AKSA - The Australian Kitesurfing Association

AKSA was formed in 2000 with its main role for members being to source and provide third party public liability insurance. Along with doing this, AKSA also creasted the peak-level competition known as the Australian National Kitesurfing Championships. Very quickly AKSA became involved in access protection, liaising with goverment, waterways and local authorities to ensure that kitesurfing was respected as a legitimate sport and that restricting access was taken seriously. As the association developed and memberships grew across the country to over 800 in 2004, AKSA developed a network of affiliated state and local associations so the roles of promotion, safety, access protection, competitions and general awareness could be dealt with on a state and local level.

Both AKSA's and its affiliated associations websites have become leading portals for news and information for the sport and they continue to evolve positively. As the presentation of the sport to the media, government bodies and the public is largely carried out through events, competition and promotion development is an ever increasing role for AKSA.

The future of AKSA is bright with exciting opportunities arising for further promotion and professional development for both the association and its members.

What AKSA does for all kiteboarders

AKSA works for all kiteboarders, not just its members.

AKSA ensures access to beaches and waterways across Australia are protected for all kiteboarders
Local, regional and national authorities have a point of contact to gain accurate information necessary for decisions and regulations regarding our sport
AKSA ensures our sport is well represented to the media giving greater exposure and awareness
AKSA provides safety information and accident prevention measures for all
AKSA gives both the Australian and overseas public a point of contact for information, news and queries

Get more info on AKSA at the official website