The Fever - May

Published Sun 16 May 2021

It’s been a big few months in the kitefoiling space as we transition into a winter season that is sure to provide some epic foiling conditions for all. This edition of the fever includes information about upcoming clinics and regattas in our northern states. These clinics will offer up some great training and racing options in warmer weather and will be ideal for those looking to escape the winter vibes of southern states. We have clinics and events coming up in Northern Queensland at the end of June, and if you are looking for a great week of warm foiling, and some epic racing, then I absolutely encourage you to come along. It will be a big weekend in Townsville with the V8 supercars also in town, so be sure to book early.

The ASF program sailors have also been announced and the first team camp has been held to kickstart the development of sailors who will make up the next generation of this class. Technical camps for these sailors will be held around the country over the next 12 months, and will be sure to push our athletes and showcase the sport in different communities around the country.

In other news, look out for upcoming news about introductory kite-foil clinics popping up at the KA Season Launch Expo's around the country, as well as some other launch style events in southern states when the thermal season starts again. We are very keen to run a launch camp in NSW and Victoria when the thermal season starts again, so if you are interested, please send an EOI to the email provided below.

Please use the update section below to also find news and relevant EOI information about potential launch camp options over the coming months. We are currently looking to roll out camps and training support with local coaches and clubs to bolster the daily training environment in ‘location appropriate’ training hubs. If you or your local training community have ideas on this space for your area, please feel free to reach out to see if more assistance can be provided.

Tight lines,

Ryan Palk
National Pathway Co-ordinator - Kitefoiling
ryan.palk@sailing.org.au

Header Image: Drew Malcolm Photography ©️ 2020

NEWS

The Australian Sailing Performance Pathways Futures Program Announced

The ASF Team of sailors has been announced with 5 sailors included in the National Program.

Find out More

Tentative Event Dates for 2021 International Season

Tentative dates have been published here on the IKA Events Page. While it is unknown if travel will resume internationally, there be some exceptions for some competitors to attend target events.

World Sailing Votes in Favour of Formula Kite for Alternative events at Paris 2024

World Sailing's Council have approved the Men's and Women's Kiteboarding (Formula Kite) and Men's and Women's Two Person Dinghy (470) as the first and second alternative event proposals to Mixed Offshore at Paris 2024 following their meeting at the 2021 Mid-Year Meeting.

Upcoming Queensland State Championships/NKFS Stop # 3 and Pre-Event Clinics

The QLD Kitefoil Championship will be hosted by the Townsville Yacht Club on the 2 - 4 July. There will be pre-regatta clinics beforehand to support you with training options in the lead up to what should be a fantastic event. Click the below links for more information on the regatta, and use the buttons below this post to register for pre-event clinics. Please note, an AS membership, or temporary membership (SailPass) for participation at clinics and race meets is required.

Qld Championships Entry

NKFS Series Guide

Introduction to Kitefoil Performance Clinic

Kitefoil Racing Skills Clinic

National Kitefoil Series - WA State Championships deliver great racing with testing conditions

The WA states were held over the first weekend in March with an end of season seabreeeze on day 1, before offshore easterlies on day 2 and 3. The racing was fierce and fast through the entire fleet, with some new faces showing up for the 3 day event.

Rules of The Game

Kite Racing has slightly different definitions and rules that can leave sailors and judges alike scratching their heads. For a dive into the important discussions and definitions that matter for Kite Foil Racing - click below!

Lecture Me!

IKA Youth Foil Class Website and dedicated events calendar

The IKA one-design youth kite-foil racing class website has been launched. See here for updates on events, results and more.

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MEET THE FLEET - RIDER PROFILE

Each month we will share a different profile here on our national newsletter. The aim is to capture and share the stories, experiences and lessons from our community and make sure we aren't just names on a scoreboard!

YES,WE WANT YOU!

If you are reading this newsletter, you are part of the Australian Kitefoiling Community! We would encourage you, whether you are a rider, parent, volunteer, avid spectator etc to fill out a profile that can be found here.
These profiles will also live on Kiteboarding Australia's website.

Click the name for this month's profile: Craig Rawson

CAMPAIGN CORNER

Racing Rules of Sailing

Formula Kite Class Page

International Kiteboarding Association

IKA Long Term Calendar

Project Vanguard

IMPORTANT UPDATES

EVENTS

TRAINING CLINICS, LAUNCH CAMPS AND REGATTA'S

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
2021 OPEN PERFORMANCE CAMP LOCATION: JBSC, PERTH - NOVEMBER 25 - 29
2021 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AND NKFS FINAL LOCATION JBSC, PERTH - DECEMBER 1 - 5
202 1 EOI SUMMER LAUNCH CAMP - DECEMBER 11 - 14 (TBC)
2021 PERTH KITE RACING SEASON SERIES AND CLUB INFORMATION

QUEENSLAND
2021/22 SUNSHINE COAST KITE RACING SUMMER SEND SERIES
2021 PRE REGATTA KITEFOIL CLINICS LOCATION TOWNSVILLE - JUNE 29 - 1 JULY
2021 QLD KITEFOIL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS AND NKFS STOP #3 LOCATION TOWNSVILLE - JULY 2 - 4
2021 GIRL KITEFOIL LAUNCH CAMP - Expressions of a interest for a Gold Coast Camp.

VICTORIA
202 1 KITEFOIL LAUNCH CAMP Expressions of Interest - December 16 - 20 TBC
2022 SAIL MELBOURNE 2022 LOCATION RBYC - JANUARY 13 - 17 2022 [Pre-Regatta Clinic Information TBC]

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2021 ADELAIDE KITEFOIL RACING - SOCIAL RACING DAYS - TENTATIVE DATES 2021-22
2021 SOUTH AUSTRALIA KITEFOIL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS AND NKFS STOP #4 LOCATION LBSC - NOVEMBER 6 - 7

NEW SOUTH WALES
2021 EOI NSW YOUTH CLINIC: Kitefoil Introduction Clinic LOCATION POINT WOLSTONECROFT - SEP 29 - OCT 1
2021 Expressions of Interest NSW LAUNCH CAMP LOCATION SYDNEY DECEMBER TBC

KITEBOARDING AUSTRALIA SEASON LAUNCH EXPOS
Can’t get to a clinic or camp? This year we are looking at providing a clinic style exposure event to the basics of kitefoiling at the KA Season launch events in each state. These events will run every 2 weeks, rotating around each state from September to November. These events are a great way to meet new people, find out about new gear hitting the market, and learn some new skills to take into the new season. More information to come soon.

WHAT IS A 'LAUNCH CAMP'?
If you are competent at kiteboarding, curious in kite-racing or wanting to get into either, then a launch camp may be for you. Designed to give you a taste for the progression and performance of kite racing, the camp will help you understand your optimal pathway, enhance safety and meet likeminded people in your community to get better, together. It is a pre-requisite for these camps to already be a competent kiteboarder who can stay upwind on a twin tip and has reasonable kite relaunch skills in moderate winds. For more information on where to learn the entry level skills to kiteboarding, find a Kiteboarding Australia Kite School in your area.

COVID-19
For the up and coming events, each state shall be following the restrictions, issued by the state/territories.
For more information, >> Click Here. All activities, the host club and AS are adhering to these guidelines.

The calendar of all official AS events can be viewed via the AS website here; please remember to check back to the calendar for updates