Youth FreestyleYouth Kite-Surf
| Confirmed | Yes |
| Price Money | N/A |
| Livestream | No |
| International TV Coverage | No |
The GKA Youth Kite World Championships will return to the iconic shores of Tarifa, Spain, from September 1st to 5th, 2025
This single-stop event will determine the world’s top young riders in Twintip Freestyle and Kite-Surf across the U14, U16, and U19 categories.
Known as Europe’s kiteboarding hub, Tarifa delivers reliable wind conditions and an unbeatable atmosphere, making it the perfect stage for this elite youth competition.
Tarifa will be the ONLY Freestyle Twintip and Kite-Surf Youth competition that will happen in 2025 for the YOUTH. Tarifa will crown the Youth World Champion in both, Freestyle and Strapless men and women.
For the twintip discipline we will use the new mixed format depending on conditions. The new mixed format is based to reward the most complete rider on a twintip board. If the wind is really strong more big air elements could be added to the judging criteria. If the wind is light, more freestyle tricks will be added to the judging criteria. The format will be adaptable according to the conditions but focus will be on Freestyle.
But it’s not just about the titles. This event is also a platform for nurturing the next generation of kiteboarding talent. Riders will take part in seminars and coaching sessions led by experienced pros and industry insiders, offering valuable insight into everything from judging criteria and heat strategy to building a professional career in the sport.
🎯 Divisions: Twintip and Surfboard Freestyle for U14, U16, and U19 riders.
📢 More event and judging format details are on the way — keep an eye on our channels for the latest updates.
💬 Want to stay in the loop? Join the Youth Freestyle WhatsApp group for direct communication: Join here
We’re fired up to welcome the next wave of young talent back to Tarifa.
Let’s write the next chapter of kiteboarding history — together!
Known as Europe’s kiteboarding hub, Tarifa delivers reliable wind conditions and an unbeatable atmosphere, making it the perfect stage for this elite youth competition.
Tarifa will be the ONLY Freestyle Twintip and Kite-Surf Youth competition that will happen in 2025 for the YOUTH. Tarifa will crown the Youth World Champion in both, Freestyle and Strapless men and women.
For the twintip discipline we will use the new mixed format depending on conditions. The new mixed format is based to reward the most complete rider on a twintip board. If the wind is really strong more big air elements could be added to the judging criteria. If the wind is light, more freestyle tricks will be added to the judging criteria. The format will be adaptable according to the conditions but focus will be on Freestyle.
But it’s not just about the titles. This event is also a platform for nurturing the next generation of kiteboarding talent. Riders will take part in seminars and coaching sessions led by experienced pros and industry insiders, offering valuable insight into everything from judging criteria and heat strategy to building a professional career in the sport.
🎯 Divisions: Twintip and Surfboard Freestyle for U14, U16, and U19 riders.
📢 More event and judging format details are on the way — keep an eye on our channels for the latest updates.
💬 Want to stay in the loop? Join the Youth Freestyle WhatsApp group for direct communication: Join here
We’re fired up to welcome the next wave of young talent back to Tarifa.
Let’s write the next chapter of kiteboarding history — together!
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