Kite and Wing WA | KWA

NEW DATES ADDED - Kiteboarding Australia Instructor Training Course
2021-12-03 17:00 - 2021-12-12 20:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | WA
The level 1 instructor course is a 5 full-day course. KA are planning an instructor course over two weekends to allow those who work through the week the opportunity to get involved. The course dates will be:

▫️ December 3 (5pm-8pm)

▫️ December 4 (9am-5pm)

▫️ December 5 (9am-5pm)

▫️ December 10 (5pm-8pm)

▫️ December 11 (9am-5pm)

▫️ December 12 (9am-5pm)

Sign up to the new course here – https://www.kiteboardingaus.com.au/events/120552/

An instructor course is an awesome opportunity to learn new skills, open a new career pathway or make yourself more comfortable showing mates how to kite.
The course is fun & interactive, you will get the opportunity to spend time at the beach in real-life practical situations as well as spend time learning the critical information needed to teach beginner kiteboarders safely.

Enrollment requirements
Registration for event closes at Fri 05 Nov 2021 23:59!
Riding proficiency is explained and detailed on the pre-entry form, which must be completed and returned directly to the Kiteboarding Australia recognised school hosting the relevant course. Further to this, all candidates must also hold:

A valid powerboating qualification
A valid Apply First Aid qualification or equivalent
A valid Kiteboarding Australia Membership
Shadow teaching (at a Kiteboarding Australia recognized (or approved) school) – let us know if this will be a problem
Valid Working With Children Check when teaching children

Kiteboarding Australia can put you in touch with centers for training in all of the above. Some of this training may be done after the start of the ITC, if so your pass or otherwise will be dependent on completion of that training. Specific questions on this should be sent through as to your case.
Register HERE: https://www.kiteboardingaus.com.au/eventsregister/98908/

Season Launch Kite & Wing Expo
2021-10-30 12:00 - 2021-10-31 16:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Leighton, Western Australia, 6159, Australia
Season Launch Kite & Wing Expo

October 30 @ 12:00 pm – October 31 @ 4:00 pm

The Season Launch Kite & Wing Expo is scheduled to kick off in WA 30th & 31st of October!
We’re excited to announce that the Season Launch Kite Expo is now being transformed into a two-day festival. The new day will consist of a series of progression clinics across the Kite Foil, Wave, Wing, and Freestyle disciplines. Register your interest in a progression clinic here.
We’re also thrilled to announce the inclusion of Wings into the expo – we’re looking forward to welcoming the wing community along to the event.
Register above and stay in touch with KWA for the chance to go in the draw to win epic new prizes!
Time
The expo will take place between 12pm – 4pm
Locations & Date
Perth, Saturday 30th October, and Sunday 31st October
Register -> Expo-> Kite Foil | Freestyle | Waves | Wings
* Please note: You must hold a Kiteboarding Australia / State Association membership to participate in the progression clinics, this is an important insurance requirement & a benefit of being a KA member
Demos & Brands
We are excited to have the best brands in the business at the Season Launch Kiteboarding Expo. On display will be the most cutting edge technology at the same place!

FAQ ‘Frequently Asked Questions
How can I win epic new kiteboarding gear?
There will be many ways to win multiple prizes across the expos. The best way is to register on the Kiteboarding Australia “Season Launch Kiteboarding Expo” page for your chance to win, make sure you come and visit the KWA team on the day to sign in and make sure you are there on the day to claim your prize!
What are Have a Go Sessions?
Have a Go Sessions are designed to give new kiteboarders their first chance of flying a kite. It’s the first step to becoming a kiteboarder and we will create a safe environment for you to learn the basics!
Can I join/ renew my Kiteboarding Australia/ State Association membership at the event?
Yes, speak to the KWA epresentatives about joining/ renewing your membership
Is there a cost for the expo?
No, the Kiteboarding Expo’s are a free event.
I want to exhibit products at the Expo, how can I do this?
If you have a question or want information on how you can exhibit product at any of the expo’s, please email contact@kiteboardingaus.com.au or call +61 499 071 116.
Covid-19 Safety
As with everything we do, safety is our number one priority. To ensure our community is safe, we will be following the latest health advice for safe event management. Event attendees:
– Will be asked to sign in when attending the event in person
– Must maintain physical distancing of 1.5 meters with any other person
– Should practice hand sanitisation
– Must stay home if they have any Covid-19 Symptoms or have been in contact with a Covid-19 case in the last 14 days
– Bring their own water bottles & food

North Kiteboarding WA State Freestyle Titles
2021-02-20 | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
The Kiteboarding Western Australia North Kiteboarding State Freestyle Titles have been approved for next Feb!! Proudly sponsored by North Kiteboarding & Mystic! This season’s the State Freestyle Titles will be run at Safety Bay on the weekend of the 20th Feb 2021 with the following backup dates: Sun 21st Feb and the following two weekends. All events will be dependent on the COVID19 status near the time of the event however we will do our upmost best to ensure the event will run, so far, so good!
Divisions are Amateur, Junior (18 & under), Women’s Open, Masters (35 & over) and Legends (50 & Over). A presentation will be held after the competition at Safety Bay Yacht Club. Cost for the Event is $25 if you are competing, free to all who want to watch!

2021 KWA State Wave Titles
2021-01-30 10:00 - 2021-01-31 18:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Wedge Island, Wedge Island, Western Australia, 6044, Australia
Cabrinha National Wave Series 2021
KWA STATE WAVES RE-SCHEDULED
Cabrinha National Wave Series 2021 Registrations for the 2021 KiteboardingWA Cabrinha State Wave Titles are open!! Proudly sponsored by Kite Addiction, Cabrinha and North Kiteboarding! This year the Cabrinha State Wave Titles will be run at the Northern end of Wedge Island beach on Saturday the 30th of January 2021 with Sunday the 31st as a back-up date. As we are now running the event on one day the competition will kick off as soon as the winds kicks-in and we can get the heats underway.
Divisions are Amateur, Junior (18 & under), Women’s, Open, Masters (35 & over) and Legends (50 & Over). A presentation will be held on the Sunday Evening after the competition. Cost for the Event is $25 if you are competing, free to all who want to watch!
The event is part of the ‘Cabrinha National Wave Series” which includes the State Title and the National Title in Torquay, Victoria between the 5th and 8th of February 2021
* Kiteboarding WA / AUS membership is required. You can also purchase membership here.

WA Surf, Duotone and Kiteboarding WA’s Female Development Clinic
2021-01-23 14:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
Run by Duotone sponsored rider and qualified coach Dan Anderson these clinics will focus on trick progression and the development of our female riders.
The clinic will be held at The Pond, Safety Bay with rider briefing at 2pm and coaching until 5pm. Riders to meet on the grass outside WA Surf. All riders will need to be current members of Kiteboarding Australia and have a minimum standard of being able to ride confidentially upwind.
We will be running the training session in competition format to prepare for the WA State Freestyle event. Please make yourself aware of the competition guidelines (National Freestyle Series Rulebook) as we will be introducing these on the day.
COVID-19 Safety
As with everything we do, safety is our number one priority. To ensure our community is safe, we will be following the latest health advice for safe event management. Event attendees:
– Will be asked to sign in when attending the event in person
– Must maintain physical distancing of 1.5 meters with any other person
– Should practice hand sanitisation
– Must stay home if they have any COVID-19 symptoms or have been in contact with a COVID-19 case in the last 14 days
– Bring your own water bottles & food

WA State Wave Titles 2019
2019-11-09 | Brighton Beach, 204 The Esplanade, Scarborough, WA, 6019, Australia
Cabrinha National Wave Series 2019
Registrations for the 2019 KiteboardingWA Cabrinha State Wave Titles are open!!
This year the Cabrinha State Wave Titles will be run at South Brighton Beach on the weekend of 9th & 10th November, from about midday onward. The following Saturday is available as a back up, hopefully the wind delivers this year!
Proudly sponsored by Kite Addiction & Cabrinha once again and also jumping on-board this season is North Kiteboarding!
Divisions are Amateur, Junior (18 & under), Women’s, Open, Masters (35 & over) and Legends (50 & Over). A presentation will be held on the Sunday Evening after the competition.
Cost for the Event is $25 if you are competing, free to all who want to watch!
Register at: https://www.kiteboardingaus.com.au/events/52166/
The event is part of the ‘Cabrinha National Wave Series” which includes the State Title and the National Title in Torquay, Victoria between the 21st-24th February, 2020.
* Please note you must be a KWA full member or event member to participate. You can become a member here!

Safety Bay Kite Karnival
2019-02-01 - 2019-02-03 | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
The Safety Bay Kite Karnival 2019 will be held over 3 days from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd February 2019.
The Safety Bay Kite Karnival is a 3 day community kite event featuring the Australian Freestyle Kiteboarding Nationals Competition, to be held at “The Pond” opposite Safety Bay Road in Safety Bay, Western Australia.
Besides the Kiteboarding Freestyle National competition with qualifying heats for Juniors, Womens and Mens divisions there will be other kite events including an expression session, big air and even a body dragging competitions for even broader participation and spectator involvement.
Even better, there’s going to be other attractions for non-kiters and families, including taster lessons, etc

Kite Karnival Freestyle Clinic: Competition, conditioning & freestyle
2019-01-12 13:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | WA
Development Clinic Two: Competition, conditioning and freestyle
Join Kiteboarding WA in conjunction with WestOz Kiteboarding and Duotone for round two of their development clinic aimed at developing freestyle kiteboarding within WA.
With the Kite Karnival event featuring the Australian Freestyle National’s fast approaching, coaching will be provided to those interested in future competition riding and riders looking to improve their current freestyle riding. These clinics will cater for both girls and guys and both unhooked and hooked tricks. Content will cover how to physically train for riding, injury prevention, how to ride/train for heats and finish with on the water coaching. Riders can expect small friendly groups with expert coaching from previous national champion and physiotherapist Dan Anderson and 2 x national champion Chrissy Gaudieri.
Registration is essential and riders will be provided with a free Duotone hoody and tee shirt to get your stoke going! The clinic will be held at The Pond, Safety Bay on Sunday Jan 12th. The clinics will run from 1-5pm with riders meeting on the grass outside the new WestOz Kiteboarding headquarters (formerly WA Surf). The clinic is free of charge but all riders will need to be current members of KiteboardingWA aka Kiteboarding Australia for insurance purposes. If you sign up now, you will be entered into a draw to win a free kite! (Competition ends 30th Sept 2018).

Kiteboarding State Racing Titles
2018-12-22 | WA
The Kiteboarding State Racing Titles date is TBC.
More details to come.
Please see https://www.perthkiteracing.com for more info.

WA State Freestyle Titles 2018
2018-12-15 | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
The WA State Freestyle titles will be held at “The Pond” in Safety Bay on Saturday December 15th, 2018.

Freestyle Clinic - Lift your riding
2018-11-18 13:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
Development Clinic One Lift your riding
Girls and guys wanting to learn how to unhook, boost higher or learn new hooked tricks, get involved! Kiteboarding WA in conjunction with West Oz Kiteboarding and Duotone are helping to take your riding to the next level with this development clinic. The clinic is open to all non-sponsored riders that are looking to progress into old school (board offs, one footer, spins) or new school tricks (unhooking).
Riders must be a member of KiteboardingWA (WAKSA/KA) and have a minimum standard of riding including: being able to ride upwind, handle most conditions, be comfortable with normal jumping and have no issues with relaunching. Riders can expect small friendly groups with expert coaching from past national champions and professional Duotone rider Dan Anderson.
Registration is essential and riders will be provided with a free Duotone hoody and tee shirt to get your stoke going! The clinic will be held at The Pond, Safety Bay on Sunday Nov 18th. The clinics will run from 1-5pm with riders meeting on the grass outside the new WestOz Kiteboarding headquarters (formerly WA Surf). The clinic is free of charge but all riders will need to be current members of KiteboardingWA aka Kiteboarding Australia for insurance purposes. If you sign up now, you will be entered into a draw to win a free kite! (Competition ends 30th Sept 2018).

Kiteboarding Australia Instructor Course - November 12-16
2018-11-12 08:00 - 2018-11-16 17:00 (Australia/Perth) | WA
An instructor course is an awesome opportunity to learn new skills, open a new career pathway or make yourself more comfortable showing mates how to kite. Kite on the beautiful beaches of Perth.

Enrolment Requirements

Riding proficiency is explained and detailed on the pre-entry form, which must be completed and returned directly to the Kiteboarding Australia recognised school hosting the relevant course. Further to this all candidates must also hold:

A valid powerboating qualification

A valid Apply First Aid qualification or equivalent

A valid Kiteboarding Australia Membership

Shadow teaching (at a Kiteboarding Australia recognized (or approved) school) – let us know if this will be a problem

Kiteboarding Australia can put you in touch with centers for training in all of the above. Some of this training may be done after the start of the ITC, if so your pass or otherwise will be dependent on completion of that training. Specific questions on this should be sent through as to your case.

Exact Location: TBC
Register at: www.kiteboardingaus.com.au

WA Freestyle State Titles
2018-02-25 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Woodmans Point Beach 3, 132 Cockburn Rd, Munster , WA, 6166, Australia
The Western Australia Freestyle State Titles will take place on Sunday 25th February at Woodies Beach 3.
There will be a division for juniors, men, women, masters and amateurs. If you are only doing basic tricks, we encourage you to enter in the amateurs division!
Entry fee is $20
Register at: https://www.kiteboardingaus.com.au/events/13034/

Australian Freestyle Kiteboarding Nationals
2018-01-25 - 2018-01-28 | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
WA Kitesurfing Association (WAKSA) in association with Kiteboarding Australia is excited to bring to you the Cocos Keeling Islands & Zephyr Tours Australian Freestyle Kiteboarding Nationals! The competition will be held at the home of the sweet, butter-flat water spot, The Pond, over the Aussie Day long weekend at the beautiful world class location in Safety Bay. The event will bring the kite boarding community and public together from across Australia for one long weekend of kiting, competitions and family friendly activities from yoga classes to ‘have a go’ sessions.
Registrations are now open!!! More info can be found on our Nationals Page at http://waksa.org.au/Afkn-2018

Lancelin Ocean Classic 2018
2018-01-11 10:00 - 2018-01-14 17:00 UTC | Lancelin, Perth
Entries are open for the 2018 Lancelin Ocean Classic!
If you’ve got the thirst for Windsurfing, Kite-surfing, Stand Up Paddle, Jet Ski and Ocean Ski’s then you won’t want to miss it!
Following on from the success of last year’s event, LOC 2018 is set to be the best yet! Held over a massive Friday and Saturday with Thursday and Sunday as reserve days.
The weekend will consist of the Wind-Surfing and Kite-Surfing Wave comps on the Friday, the Saturday will be the Ledge to Lancelin Marathon, the 10-12KM SUP and Ocean Paddle, as well the Jet Sport West Jet Ski Race!
As always if you enter both the Marathon and the Wave event you will receive a 20% discount on the entry fee for the wave event.
https://www.lancelinoceanclassic.com.au/
https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=25482

Lighthouse to Leighton
2017-12-09 | Leighton, Western Australia, 6159, Australia
Australia’s favourite kiteboard race, the Red Bull Lighthouse to Leighton, returns on 9 December, 2017.
You can be a part of the fun by heading down to the beach to cheer in the 140 competitors as they race to shore. Now in its 8th year, the race is a ‘must do’ for serious kiters who take on the 19km open ocean course from Rottnest Island to Leighton Beach, Fremantle.

WAKSA Wave State Titles
2017-11-11 - 2017-11-12 | Brighton Beach, 204 The Esplanade, Scarborough, WA, 6019, Australia
Registrations for WAKSA Wave State Titles are open!!
This years State Wave Titles will be run at South Brighton Beach on the Weekend of 11 & 12 November, from about midday onwards. The next weekend is available as a back up.
Proudly sponsored by Kite addiction & Cabrinha once again!
Divisions are Amateur, Junior (18 & under), Women’s, Open, Masters (35 & over) and Legends (50 & Over). A presentation will be held on the Sunday Evening after the competition.
Cost for the Event is $20 if you are competing, free to all who want to watch!

Naked Kitestock 2017
2017-02-18 08:00 - 2017-02-19 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Lancelin, -31.033669, 115.335631, Lancelin, Back Beach, WA, 6044, Australia
Get excited, Kitestock is BACK for 2017!!!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
WAKSA is bringing you the stripped down version, Naked Kitestock! Come hang out with us on the 18th to 19th of Feb in Lancelin for demos, downwinder, freestyle and not forgetting the legendary Saturday Shindig, naked style! #nakedkitestock
Event Schedule:
SATURDAY 18th FEBRUARY
9.00am Registrations open
9.00am – 5.00pm Kiteshop Demos
10.00-11.00am Kite conditioning, and Injury prevention session
11.00am Daily Briefing
1.30pm EPIC Downwinder Safety Briefing
2.00-5.00pm EPIC Downwinder Lancelin to Wedge…
7.00pm Saturday Shindig
SUNDAY 19th FEBRUARY
9.00am – 3.00pm Kiteshop Demos
10.00-11.00am Kite conditioning, and Injury prevention session
12.00-2.00pm Freestyle and Big Air Event
3.00pm Event Concludes
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Airush Freestyle State Titles
2017-02-04 12:00 - 2017-02-05 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Woodmans Point Beach 3, 132 Cockburn Rd, Munster , WA, 6166, Australia
The Airush WAKSA Freestyle State Titles will be run at Woodman Point Beach 3 on the 4th February 2017 (Back-up date 5th February) from about midday onwards.
Divisions:

Open
Women’s
Juniors to 18
Masters 35+,

Registration / Entry is $20 per competitor. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
You must be a WAKSA member to compete otherwise you can pay a one off event membership fee of $60 via the Kiteboarding Australia Website.
You MUST pre-register as you wont be able to register on the day at the beach.
See you there!

Lancelin Ocean Classic
2017-01-12 08:00 - 2017-01-15 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Lancelin, -31.033669, 115.335631, Lancelin, Back Beach, WA, 6044, Australia
A four day event encompassing Open Ocean Racing, Big Air, Wave and Freestyle.
For more information, check out http://www.lancelinoceanclassic.com.au

WAKSA Xmas Party
2016-12-11 16:30 - 19:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Floreat Surf Life Saving club, Floreat
WAKSA will be hosting their Christmas Party on 11 December 2016 at Floreat Surf Club from 4pm.
Join us for beers and a BBQ to thank you for your support this year and kite season so far!

Redkite Charity Downwinder *Cancelled due to no wind*
2016-12-11 12:00 - 21:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Brighton Beach, 204 The Esplanade, Scarborough, WA, 6019, Australia
It’s that time of year again when the WA Kitesurfing community fly the kite for children and young people with cancer in the annual WAKSA Redkite Downwinder!
Redkite provide essential financial, educational and emotional support from the devastating point of diagnosis, through treatment and beyond. WAKSA’s ongoing support of these services is celebrated every year on this great day of kiting. Get on board for your chance to win some great prizes as the highest fundraiser!
This year the event will take place on 11 December 2016 and will be followed by the WAKSA Christmas party. Meet at Scarborough beach at 12pm for a bus to Leighton, followed by the WAKSA Christmas Party at Floreat Surf Club from 4pm.
For WAKSA Members, go straight to the Everyday Hero Website and set up your Fundraising Profile.
For non WAKSA members, there is a $30 entry fee which you can pay via the Redkite Registration Page. The entry fee will go towards covering the event expenses and insurances. Once you have registered, you can then set up your Fundraising Profile.
For more information about the Redkite cause and to set up your fundraising page, please visit FAQs or go to the Everyday Hero Website
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Hydrofoil Pro Tour - Final Round
2016-11-26 08:00 - 2016-11-29 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | TCYC Rockingham, 2 Val Street, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
More details to come on this racing event!

National Kiteboarding League (NKL)
2016-11-25 08:00 - 2016-11-27 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Pond, Safety Bay, 62 PENGUIN ROAD SAFETY BAY WA, Australia
The NKL Series is coming to Perth in November!
The event consists of a Freestyle Comp ($90 entry) where winners will be invited to the NKL grand final in QLD to compete against other states.
There is also the CABRINHA BIG AIR – CASH for BOOSTING!! ($50 entry)
And the Kite Kids Youth Exhibition presented by WEST OZ Kiteboarding along with the HAVE – A- GO for ya friends.
Newcomers are welcome – last year stats had the series showing 22% of entrants were new to competition!
For more information, check out the NKL Series Website

Formula Kite Racing Nationals
2016-11-24 08:00 - 2016-11-25 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | TCYC Rockingham, 2 Val Street, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia

WA Wave State Titles
2016-11-20 09:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Brighton Beach, 204 The Esplanade, Scarborough, WA, 6019, Australia
CLICK TO SEE COMP RESULTS
This years State Waves Titles will be run at South Brighton Beach on the weekend 19/20th November from about midday onwards.
Divisions:

Open
Women’s
Amateur up & comers (2 year kiting max)
Juniors to 18
Masters 35+,
Legends 50+.

Entry is $20 per competitor. You must be a WAKSA member to compete otherwise you can pay a one off event membership fee of $60 ($80 total) via the Kiteboarding Australia Website.
You MUST pre-register as you wont be able to register on the day at the beach. Registrations close on Fri 18th Nov.
To sign up for yearly WAKSA membership or just a one off event membership, click the link below.
https://kiteboardingaus.com.au/join-renew/

Season Opener - Kite
2016-11-05 13:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Woodmans Point Beach 3, 132 Cockburn Rd, Munster , WA, 6166, Australia
Join us for a casual kite jam down at Woodies Beach 2 and 3 for the season opener. Everyone is encouraged to come down no matter if you can do a handle pass or just a back-roll.
Australian National Champion Simon Wichtermann, will be providing a coaching clinic on the day to share his tips on how to nail a trick. Must be WAKSA member to join the clinic.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Season Opener - Social
2016-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Luna Leederville, 155 Oxford St, Leederville, WA, 6166, Australia
Come along to the screening of HD Kite Movie Chapter One while catching up with fellow kiters. After the screening, stick around for the after party, raffles, giveaways and more!
For more information, check out www.upwinder.com.au and join the Facebook event.

WA Racing State Titles
2016-02-20 10:00 - 2016-02-21 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | WA
Perth Kite Racing Club is proud to be hosting the 2016 WAKSA State Racing Titles!
Event is held at Coogee Beach over the weekend of the 20th and 21st of February.
Event registrations are open for those who wish to compete or are looking for information please contact PKR at perthkiteracing@mail.tidyhq.com
REGISTRATION AND EVENT INFORMATION at https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?eventID=2078&formID=56198
The weekend is open to all spectators, friends and family who want to come see what Kite Racing is all about!
Get amongst it!!
