What did the wind bring you in 2023?

2024 is around the corner. Here is a quick brief of what happened at the IKO and IWO in 2023. [From the IKO]( [Kitesurfing in Brazil]( 2023 Wrap up, Get ready for 2024! Hi {NAME}, Thank you all for being part of this incredible Kitesurfing community which never stops growing! To wrap up 2023, we have put together 3 blogs to get you inspired, 2 key figures of the IKO and 1 quiz to help you organize a kitesurfing trip in the coming months. See you in the water in 2024! [Kitesurfing in Brazil]( Examiner success story Mariano Lorenzetti is the first Examiner to reach 100,000 hours of teaching kitesurfing. Not only is this number impressive, the blog that explains how he did it is full of great inside tips of what is so exciting about kitesurfing and teaching this sport. "For me, it's fantastic. The feedback I have received throughout my career is the greatest charge, the stimulus that drives me forward. It's a continuous challenge to find the right way to train the person who wants to become an IKO Instructor (professional or kiter who simply wants to immerse themselves fully in the world of kitesurfing). Each course is a life experience that still gives me goosebumps today." [Read the full blog]( Everything you need to know about Kitesurfing From the story of the birth of the first kite to how the sport has evolved to become what it is today, nothing is left out of this complete Guide. “What is remarkable is not only the growth but the diversity of kiters personas within the sport. Contrary to popular belief, kitesurfing is not only attracting top athletes and adrenaline junkies - kitesurfing most recently has begun attracting people of all ages and all horizons from kids to grown-ups, fathers, mothers, lawyers, ex-presidents, dentists, plumbers, fortune 100 company CEOs and pretty much converting in anyone who tries it.” [Read the full blog]( [Kitesurfing in Egypt]( Kitesurfing and Wingfoiling working hand in hand Find out the life of a school owner and Examiner for both IKO and IWO. Daniele’s story will make you want to start wingfoiling and spend even more time on the water without a doubt. “One of my best wingfoil experiences was in November 2021 in Jericoacoara, Brasil, where I had the opportunity to surf long and clean gentle waves. That day I realized how smooth it is gliding on the foil only by the energy of the wave. Wingfoil is a fusion of different water sports which allows you to get the best out of each one.” [Read more]( IKO Key figures of 2023 This year, IKO has certified no less than 700 Kitesurfing Instructors. 100% of the feedback at the end of the course are positives. Here are some keywords that come out the most: Humbling experience. I've learned so many new tips and tricks. I have reinvented my own teaching style. I feel more knowledgeable. This IKO program has exceeded my expectations. I am excited to apply the proper knowledge I've learned to my students. Opportunities don't happen, you create them. Book a course for 2024 and seize this opportunity. [Learn more about the IKO Courses]( [Book an IKO course]( IKO redistributes 1% of its benefits toward philanthropy activities. This takes the form of beach clean up, donation to NGO or sponsorship of the IKO course in third world countries. This year 6 instructors have gained their IKO qualifications, enabling them to work with a higher income than if they were uncertified. We congratulate Luis Angel, Yoel, Jose in the Dominican Republic and Angelo, Abdou, and Stephano in Madagascar for putting up the work and becoming proud IKO Instructors. [Learn more about the giving back project]( [Kitesurfing in Egypt]( Where to travel in the coming months? When planning a kitesurfing trip, all you want to know is where the wind is blowing! After this question, you can refine your search with 3 more: the wind force, the use of a wetsuit or not, and the type of board you prefer to use. Take our quiz and find out the destinations that fit your preferences. [Take me to the quiz]( [Kitesurfing in Egypt]( Elevating the IKO Experience: Website Upgrade and Enhanced Features for a Growing Community IKO has embarked on an ambitious project to update our website in order to accommodate the largest and continually growing database in the world. This update is essential to advancing and enhancing our services. This project presents both a challenge and an opportunity for the IKO community. However, with the dedicated efforts of our IT department, we are committed to overcoming these obstacles and improving the user experience. Our goal is to provide a unique and enriched platform for all kitesurfing enthusiasts, whether they are beginners, enthusiasts, or experts. This year, we have made significant improvements and refinements to our Centers, course and destination listings, and have added helpful filters. Additionally, we have replaced our outdated ticket system with a more user-friendly and effective multilingual chat feature. 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