IKO Courses

International Kiteboarding Organization

Micro Extreme Sports has become the official representative of the International Kiteboarding Organization (IKO) in Turkey.



What is IKO?

We encourage the world to experience kiteboarding safely.

From beginner to advanced levels, we offer a platform where kiteboarders can find, compare, and book kiteboarding lessons, trips, and tours at IKO Centers around the globe.


Whether your goal is to learn kiteboarding, book a trip, turn your passion into a career, or gain the recognition your business deserves, you can rely on IKO to help you reach your goal with confidence.


At the end of your lesson, your riding level will be certified, and you will gain access to your certificate, recognized by IKO Centers in over 60 countries.


IKO Training Courses

IKO offers the world’s most comprehensive range of amateur and professional courses, covering every level from Discovery to Evolution and from Assistant to Examiner.

Our all-inclusive online booking platform connects you with the world’s most responsible and knowledgeable instructors, coaches, and kiteboarding schools.


Kiteboarder Courses


Depending on your level, you’ll receive an IKO kiteboarder certification at the end of your training.


Turn Your Passion into a Career

 We offer professional certification programs under IKO, including:



Professional Courses

Assistant Course

Instructor Level 1 Course

TYF Equivalency Instructor Course


Micro Kitesurf Trainings

As a school, we offer kiteboarding lessons for all levels—from beginners to advanced riders—through our experienced instructors.

All of our instructors have at least 5 years of teaching experience and hold both national and international qualifications and certifications.


We offer a variety of kiteboarding lesson options, including private and group courses, and tailor the most suitable and advantageous training packages for our guests.


Equipment

Since kiteboarding is an equipment-based sport, we prioritize high-quality gear.

We collaborate with Duotone, a globally recognized brand.

Our gear ranges from 5 to 14 meters in size, and we offer suitable equipment for both beginners and experienced riders.


To ensure student safety during lessons, we provide essential training equipment such as wetsuits, water shoes, and helmets.

We also renew our equipment selection annually to offer our guests the highest quality experience.


Best Season

Alaçatı receives wind nearly 300 days a year, so our school operates year-round.

The main season runs from April to November, with the peak season from June to October.


While June to September is considered high season, September and October are also great months for kiteboarding lesson with fewer crowds and ideal wind and weather conditions.


Facilities

Our main facility, the ASPC Surf School, offers:


  • A Duotone & ION retail shop
  • A bar/restaurant
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beach access
  • Changing rooms and showers
  • A hotel
  • Windsurf, wingfoil, and kitesurf training
  • Courses for children


We also have a separate kiteboarding area with dedicated facilities and a shuttle boat service.