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Christmas gift cards and vouchers are now available!

Kitesurfing Christmas gift cards and vouchers are now available!

Why not treat someone to what is currently the fastest growing water sport in the world.  We can offer taster sessions or full kitesurfing courses.

Christmas gift cards and vouchers are valid for one year from the date of occasion, allowing the recipient to book their kitesurfing experience on a date best suitable for kitesurfing.   All gift cards and vouchers are personalised , allowing you to have a message of your choice. Click here to order yours now.

Posted: 27th November 2011


Naish Kitesurfing Equipment for sale!

We are selling

Naish Kite Bolt 2011 complete with Bar, lines and pump (Used)
12m
9m
7m
5m

Naish Kite Cult 2010 complete with Bar, lines and pump (Used)
6m
4.5m

Naish Board Haze 135
2011 New
2010 New
2010 Used

Naish Board Momentum 2011

Card or cash accepted.

Call on 07730538935

Posted: 2nd November 2011


Kitegirl Magazine!!!

Coming soon Kitesurfing magazine for the ladies.

Click here to find out more!

Posted: 12th October 2011


Kitesurfing Exclusion Zone for Clacton-On-Sea Air Show

NO KITING ZONE at MARTELLO Beach
25th / 26th August 2011
CLACTON ON SEA AIR SHOW
This area will be a restricted area for all vessels other than official vessels patrolling the area, or any craft participating in a Programmed display or part of a programmed display on behalf of the show organisers.

Posted: 16th August 2011


Naish kitesurfing TV

Check out the Naish team in various episodes, some awesome kiting!

Episode 1BETTY DOES AMERICA (PART 1). Last summer, Naish flew Sam Light and Rick Jensen to the Gorge for the Ro-Sham-Throw Down. Being both from Europe, they were blown away by the vastness of the American West so they decided to go on a road trip…American style. They bought an old Dodge party van, named her “Betty” and hit the road!

Episode 2BETTY DOES AMERICA (PART 2). From the Gorge in Oregon, they head down the west coast on their way to Florida. But, like so many before them, they are blinded by the bright lights of Vegas and decide to make a quick stop..

Episode 3TEAM MEET UP DOWN UNDER. In this episode, Sam Light meets up with fellow team riders Jalou Langeree, Florian Daubos and young Australian Ewan Jaspan for some down under kiteboarding paradise sessions

Episode 4BOAT TRIP TO ANTIGUA. Naish teams explore and enjoy Antigua and score some Caribbean dream sessions…Check out the action

Episode 5 -SAM IN A NUTSHELL. Catch a glimpse into Sam’s 9-5 world. He spent 2 months in West Oz this winter rocking the sand bar, scoring epic wake style conditions…Check him out

Episode 6 -SNOWKITING RAGNAROK. Jo Wilson and Jalou Langeree fly to Ragnarok to be part of the Red Bull snowkiting event. The Ragnarok Red Bull event is one of the most extreme snowkiting races in the world. Wind, fog, snow and cold conditions are just part of the game..

Episode 7JESSE RICHMAN // ALL IN. Get inside the head of 18 year old all-or-nothing rider, Jesse Richman, 2x time World Champion from Maui

Episode 8 -KEVIN LANGEREE // DAY ONE. Check out Kevin Langeree’s first day on the water after being injured and land-logged for 8 months. Last month he came to Maui to start training. He’ll be back on track soon!

Episode 9 -KAI LENNY // HAWAIIAN WATERMAN.Naish Kiteboarding TV takes you into the life of 18-year old waterman, Kai Lenny, the first SUP World Champion and three-sport Naish Team Rider. SUPing, windsurfing, surfing or kiting…he just has to pick one and he shreds it

Episode 10JO AND JALOU IN SOUTH AFRICA. Jo Wilson and Jalou Langeree fly to South Africa to enjoy Austral summer. They score epic waves and freestyle conditions.

Episode 11CALIFORNIA TRIPPIN. Jesse Richman meets Nick Stuart from Naish USA in LA, drives up to San Francisco and stops in on some famous west coast spots. Sit back, grab a beer and check out the action.

Episode 12KAILUA KITE BUM. Tony “Caveman” Groman has been a fixture in the Kailua kiteboarding scene since the beginning. He doesn’t spend his time chasing or waiting for wind, he simply goes around the corner to the beach and kites every single day. He has adapted his equipment, style and attitude to just have fun no matter what the wind or the rest of the world is doing

Episode 13GERMAN QUALITY. German team riders Rick Jensen and Nils Wesch team up with videographer Andi Jansen to show you some high quality kiting and filming in Northern Germany. You’ll see some sick action in the waves, flatwater and some surprises with winches and poles.

Episode 14MAKING OF THE 2012 PHOTOSHOOT. Ever wonder what goes in to those time-frozen aerials and heart-racing action shots you see in the magazines?! Go behind the scenes with the entire Naish Kiteboarding team of riders, photographers, designers and product developers for the making of this year’s photoshoot.

Episode 15On the Road to Hatteras. It’s a long, strange trip from Charlestown, SC to Cape Hatteras, NC. Sam Light met up with Davey Blair to make the trek to the TripleS. Davey gives a crash course in “Americana” along the way. We recommend that you take a drink every time you hear Chucktown, its obvious they did…

Episode 16FRENCH TOUCH. Check out Florian Daubos and the newly crowned French Junior Champion, Paul Serin, when they rediscover kiteboarding’s birthplace: Montpellier.

Episode 17SSS. Naish team riders: Sam Light, Davey Blair, Rick Jensen and Sam Bell rocking the Sliders, Slicks, Surf and parties at the Triple S contest in Cape Hatteras North Carolina. Get ready for some action within the biggest progressive riding event of the year…

Episode 18MEET THE BOSS.  Naish Kiteboarding TV would not be complete without featuring one of the pioneers of the sport and the name behind the Naish brand. Robby Naish has lived and breathed every facet of windsurfing, stand up paddling and kiteboarding. In Episode 18, you’ll Meet The Boss and see the legend “at work”..

Episode 19JO & JALOU IN THE UK. Jo Wilson invited Jalou Langeree and Danielle Durrant to the UK for a taste of her hometown…showing that once again, you don’t need to travel to the other side of the world to get some great kiting conditions in some amazing landscapes!

Episode 20PRIVATE SESSION. This summer, Naish held a contest with Big Winds in Hood River, Oregon to give back to our Naish Kiteboarding TV fans. The winner was featured in an episode of Naish Kiteboarding TV, in a day of riding with 2x World Champion, Jesse Richman and Wake Master, Sam Light. Check out lucky winner, Peter Knof, stepping it up with some solid riding that made his two “deluxe coaches” turn their heads…

Episode 21 -WELCOME TO CHUCKTOWN. Have you looked in all the corners of your hometown and explored every single possibile kite spot? Follow along with Davey Blair as he scours Charlestown, SC for new terrain to ride. Nowhere is safe: from the Battery to Ravenel Bridge, it’s amazing what you can find in Chucktown. Check it out, y’all!

Episode 22 -WRAP UP SEASON 1. Season 1 of Naish Kiteboarding TV has delivered excitement to your desktop on a regular basis and now it’s time to go grab new footage and step it up for Season 2!  Thanks to the riders, filmers, and editors who delivered the goods and made us dream.  And a special thanks to all the viewers out there who took the time to watch. Your views are making Season 2 possible! To get you through the winter, we will keep the episodes live.  The team will be out there, so keep your eyes peeled…

Posted: 20th May 2011


Mystic Youri Zoon Kitesurfing TV

Mystic pro-rider Youri Zoon has brought out a tv series “Recorded”

Episode 1SEARCH FOR SHAPE. No more waiting… The first episode of Youri Zoon RECORDED is now live!
Youri just won the first two PKRA world cups of the season. Watch how he spent the winter to get in shape for 2011

Episode 2AIMING HIGH. In previous years things were different for Youri. To be in the top 5 of the world he considered good enough. But now there is only one thing on his mind… To become world champion.

Episode 3 -DEVELOPMENT. Trying to push the boundaries of freestyle, Youri is actively involved in developing products. With every improvement he can develop his own style further and bring more power and style. And most importantly, he can feel more… comfortable.

Episode 4 -BEING AT HOME. When you travel more than 250 days per year, it’s good to be home. And even if there is no wind, Youri finds ways to stay on top of his game. When the wind picks up, Youri takes us to a secret spot near his homespot Brouwersdam.

Episode 5JAMMIN’. Being a professional kiteboarder has its advantages. Like being invited by the BVI Kitejam to come kite and have fun in the Caribbean. Youri sets sail to Richard Branson’s Necker island to let the good times roll

Episode 6 -ISLAND VIBES. In the last episode of Youri Zoon RECORDED 2011, Youri goes island hopping in the British Virgin Islands. He rips hard at an island called Anegada, and ends up at the closing party of the BVI Kitejam on Richard Branson’s private island.

Posted: 20th May 2011


BKSA school status!!!

AKA has gained British Kitesurfing Asociation (BKSA) recognised school status for the second year running. The AKA team are proud that their professionalism has paid off and will continue to provide a high quality service.

Posted: 4th May 2011


AKA Kitesurfing Information Booklet and £100 Discount Voucher

AKA are now giving a kitesurfing  information booklet to every student that books on a 1/2/3 day course or 3+ hours of private tuition. Students will get the information booklet at the start of their kitesurfing lesson to aid them through their tuition.

The booklet includes a £100 discount voucher to spend at Fluid Lines (terms and conditions apply). The voucher will be activated upon completion of the first day of the students kitesurfing lesson.

Regards

AKA Team

Posted: 18th April 2011


Free 2011 Kiteworld Calendar

Free 2011 kiteworld Calendar to the next 10 kitesurfing 1/2/3 day course booking’s.
Quote “AKA Free Kiteworld Calendar”

Posted: 16th April 2011


Introduction into kitesurfing

Introduction into kitesurfing

To book your group on “Introduction into Kitesurfing” session, choose a date from below and call 07730538935 to book your place.

April – 2nd, 15th, 29th

May – 4th, 15th, 20th

June – 1st, 13st, 18th

July – 2nd, 15th, 28th, 30th

Aug – 12th, 15th, 27th

Sept – 2nd, 26th

Posted: 2nd March 2011