For Christmas, my mom gave me Kiteboarding lessons and yesterday was my first class. My teacher is a world class windsurfer and kiteboarder, his name is Jorge Tarzan (as in “George of the Jungle”). The class was awesome. I learned how to fly several different kinds of kites, large and small and learned the zen artistry behind trying to fly a kite that can lift you 50 feet off the ground, while trying to stay attached to a surfboard, while navigating on water. Well actually, I haven’t made it onto the board yet, but Jorge had me take the kite out into the water so i could have it drag me around for awhile and I was surprised at how much easier it is to fly in the water, then it is on the beach.
Tomorrow is my next lesson and we’ll probably go directly to getting on the board, in the water. Jorge says I’m a natural at this. I can’t wait to get out there and learn tricks. here are some great photos that i found online.
this is the kite. looks small, but this thing was intense. at least 8 feet across.
