The following Right of Way guidelines should be adhered to when Kite Surfing:

Western Australia is a very popular destination for kitesurfers, not just locals, but interstate and overseas vistors. By producing the guidelines outlined in the location guide (bottom panel) we hope to encourage people to be responsible and show respect to other kiters and beach users, so that we may continue to enjoy some of best kiting locations in the world.
 

The kitesurfing season typically runs from October to March, when regular seabreezes (SW) ranging from 15-25 knots can be expected. Winter kiting can be extremely hazardous with frontal winds and is only recommended for expert kiters. Air temperatures can range from 20C - 40C during the summer months and sea temperatures can range from 17C - 22C.

Kite Surfing is easy to practice safely with a little forethought and common sense. Ultimately we are responsible for minimizing the risk to ourselves, and others, which will help protect the future of this great sport be very CLEAR about your responsibilities.

Conditions - Look - Equipment - Attitude - Respect
 

The WA Kite Surfing Association is the Western Australian representative body for the sport of Kite Surfing. In affiliation with the Australian Kite Surfing Association our major roles are promoting safety and protecting beach access while developing positive attitudes and relationships between kiters and beyond to the wider community. This includes providing our members with public liability insurance, representation at an official level when dealing with Local and State Government, delivering a calendar of events…