IKO, the International Kiteboarding Organization, was founded in November 2001 as an independent and international organization in order to promote kiteboarding worldwide. Through the development of a professional network of affiliated kiteboarding centers and trained instructors and examiners, IKO provides a high quality level of teaching, with standards that are recognized and applied worldwide.

Its mission is to develop and promote the safe practice of kiteboarding, in relationship with national organizations and the industry. It is not only dedicated to continue developing kiteboarding by enhancing high quality standards, but also by creating interaction between all parties involved in the development of the sport for the benefit of all. Thanks to its status, it can adapt to the needs of an international market and to the local kiteboarding practices.

Throughout its 2001-2003 activities, IKO has developed a network of more than 110 affiliated kiteboarding centers worldwide, 11 examiners, and 660 instructors. More than 40,000 students learned how to Kiteboard according to IKO standards.

Kitesurfari is 100% commited to IKO with its proven kiteboarding instructional program and safety standards. All our instructors and affiliate instructors worldwide are IKO certified. For more information on our school visit the lessons section, email info@kitesurfari.com or call us at 866.949.KITE.