IKO Learn to Kite vs PADI Training

Join over 600 000 students who have learned kiteboarding with the IKO world-class methodology. Kiteboarding is a very exciting sport and understanding the theoretical aspects behind the technique is key to improving your skills and being a safer kiter. With the IKO app, we now bring the classroom to the beach and deliver this knowledge straight in your hands. The IKO app is the ultimate learning companion to facilitate your lessons and boost your progression. Beginners, speed up your learning and get on the board faster! Riding already? Progress to the next level with the Evolution riding content such as the Freeride, Freestyle, Wave Riding or Hydrofoil eBooks. No wind? No problem, study online and be ready for your next session. Download the app today to start reading for free the “Solution to Kiteboard better” eBook, where you will learn essential topics such as spot assessment, weather science, equipment, kiteboarding terminology, and much more. Whether you’re flying a kite for the first time or you’re ready to step up your game, this eBook is where it all starts. 25+ hours of online learning: 10 eBooks: All levels from Discovery to Advanced, including Freeride, Freestyle, Wave Riding and Hydrofoil 72 minutes of how-to videos: Topics such as Basic flying, Self-Landing, Water-Start, Riding upwind, Basic jumps and more. The IKO app is also home of the vCard, your official kiteboarding license recognized by the IKO community in more than 60 countries around the world. Get your riding level certified by an IKO Instructor and display your identification anywhere and anytime to rent gear and facilitate beach access. Since 2001, the IKO sets the highest quality standards for the learning and practice of kiteboarding. The IKO is the world's’ largest organization that strives for a safe and sustainable growth of kiteboarding by empowering people to experience the sport with confidence.

The PADI Training app is specifically designed for downloading your PADI Training materials. More than 70% of the planet is covered in water, providing infinite possibilities for adventure. PADI Divers hold the passport to explore the underwater world and the PADI Training app allows you to learn on the go! The PADI Training app allows you to begin living a life less ordinary anytime, anywhere.