Monkey Moo Moos was created last year by Simon and Karen, a couple who were looking to change their work/life balance.
Sharing a passion for VW campervans, kitesurfing and travelling the couple launched www.monkeymoomoos.co.uk, The original VW camper experience.

Monkey Moo Moos offers the hire of an original and classic 1978 type 2 devon moonraker camper, named  Olive,  she has been tastefully restored and looks gorgeous .
You cannot help but smile as soon as you see her!

Simon and Karen feel very passionate about customer service and will go the extra mile to ensure your adventure in Olive goes smoothly with as much fun as possible.
Olive can be hired for any occasion and can be tailored by yourself  for the duration you require.
Weddings, Monkey Moo Moos offers a very competitive wedding package and also offers corporate hire for promotion and advertising.

There are no hidden extras with Monkey Moo Moos, The price quoted is the price you pay, Bike rack, awnings, etc are free as an optional extra.

If you are looking for something different this year check us out at www.monkeymoomoos.co.uk or contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Regards
Simon Moore

The Monkey Moo Moos team

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it -07906 578147

Its that time of year again and we have got some great prizes if you enter our Annual Survey

We need your feedback on the areas we cover so we can improve the services to our members and make sure what we are doing is meeting with our members approval

There are some great prizes thanks to our Sponsors Flexifoil , RRD and Palmera Local

Prizes
1st - Flexifoil Proton 9m Kite, Rasta colours worth £860
2nd - Flying Objects Harness worth £100
3rd - Palmera Local Hoodie worth £45

It only takes 2 mins with only 18 questions

Closing date 15th February

BKSA Members only

Click here to start survey

Prize winners will be announced in the March edition of our Newsletter

Thanks to our sponsors:

www.flexifoil.com

www.flyingobjects.com.au

www.palmeralocal.com

Poole Kitesurf Club was set up in March of this year as a means of joining together local kiters and we quickly grew to 200 members.  

Shortly afterwards we were approached by Poole Harbour Commisioners via the Harbour Master who was concerned with safety especially in Poole Harbour and it was made clear that unless safety and regulation were considered a ban of could be in place in Poole harbour. The club was asked to be the main point of contact for the Harbour Master in an independent and equitable manner to ensure that kiting remained viable long term locally for the masses as well as the local shops and schools who's very existence relies on Poole Harbour being accessible.

We have for years been blessed as having Poole harbour on our doorstep, the 2nd biggest natural harbour in the world, with its shallow waters and stunning scenery. However with the explosion of the popularity of kiting over the years and the proximity of the main road and hazards of the sea wall and often over 100 kiters on the water the harbour has become possibly hazardous for all users and the pubic. The club is committed to working with the PCH, council and local stakeholders and local kiters to keep the facility of the harbour safe and sustainable.

To ensure the messages of safety reach a large population I am inviting you to join Poole Kitesurf Cub so your voice can be heard,

In addition to the more formal side of regulation and safety the club has a fantastic social scene and we meet for a beer and a natter most Thursdays. I have been keen throughout to keep the club FREE to encourage as many members as possible to join and be a part of something that could be very exiting.  The networking via the social medium of Facebook has been very successful allowing people to meet to kite ensuring you always have a kite buddy to share your fun, often there are 20-30 club members on beaches across the south coast you can join.

The club also organises an annual Fundraising summer party, last year we raised £4,500 for MacMillian Cancer Care and this year we aim for raise in excess of £10,000 for charity.

Over the winter when kiting is not possible there are frequent trips to other events such as snowboarding and paint balling. The club despite its name welcomes kiters of all disciplines, water land and snow.

How do you join ?  All we require are your BKSA membership details and expiry dates and and enter your details here .. http://www.poolekitesurfclub.co.uk/p/join-club.html

When you renew your insurance via the BKSA please ensure you join via the club on the drop down menu here and we then receive £5 into the funds of the club to put towards safety and recognition. British Kitesurfing Association - BKSA

We are planning to host some training events in the new year which we we open to all members for free and all such events will be advertised via e-mail to members as well as on our Facebook like page https://www.facebook.com/Poolkitesurfclub

and on our very busy and interactive group on facebook.

and there are now new forums on the clubs website for those who do not use Facebook.

http://poolekitesurfclub.freeforums.org

The club is still very much in its infancy and as we develop with more members and income from joining and renewing members we will be developing club rashes, tags for harnesses mail shots and newsletters.

Come and join us, have a voice and be part of something that is proving to be successful and very exiting !

Kind regards

Gary

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Website: www.poolekitesurfclub.co.uk

Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/PooleKSC

We are delighted to announce formal affiliation of the Student Kitesurfing Association (SKA) to the BKSA.

As of today, the Student Kitesurfing Association is formally recognised as an affiliated club of the British Kitesurfing Association.  Kitesurfing students can join the SKA via the BKSA joining page by selecting the type of membership they want (student, family, regular etc.), then choosing 'Student Kitesurfing Association' from the drop-down list of clubs.

The SKA are holding a Slider Jam this weekend (11-13th Nov) at Par Sands, Cornwall.  More info at the SKA website, here.

A team at Queen’s University Management School in Belfast want your help!

They are conducting a study that looks at the kind of outdoor activities people do or do not take part in.  They are asking members of associations like ours to take part in this study to explore what people do, why they participate and general behaviours.  This research study is funded by the British Academy, and all participant information is kept confidential.  You only need to leave an email address if you want to be considered for one of the 30 prizes available.

Understanding the kind of outdoor activities people take part in and how this relates to lifestyle choices is an important part of promoting such activities and the associated positive impacts.

The survey takes approximately 10 minutes and when you participate you could win one of 30 prizes.  Prizes on offer include membership of the National Trust, a compass, a wind-up torch or the adoption of a tiger!

They hope to get a good representation from people who enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities.  If you would like to take part please click on the link and follow the instructions on screen.

The link:  http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/outdooractivities_queens

[The project team comprises of Dr Diane Holt and Dr Patrick McCole, more information on their project can be found at ecopreneuring.org.uk].

The ISAF Team

We were really pleased to host The British Kitesurf Association with the team from ISAF for kitesurfing lessons.

ISAF, based in Southampton, are the International Sailing Federation (the FIFA of sailing world) who have taken on Kitesurfing as the extreme end of sailing and looking worldwide to organise world class events and possibly add kitesurfing as a class in the Olmypics. This is a big deal for kitesurfing as a sport and we were very pleased they chose X-train and West Wittering as a location.

Kitesurfing originally became a class of ISAF in order to claim the sailing world speed record in 2008. This record was then increased again by Rob Douglas in 2010 (56.65 knots)

Since Kitesurfing took the outright world speed sailing record in 2008, kitesurfing became a class of ISAF to claim the record.This record was increased again by Rob Douglas

We had a cracking team on hand for the coaching, including Kirsten Borse (4 times world kitesurfing champion), Ellie and Myles from Easy Riders in Poole and James Crowe from X-Train West Wittering

Richard Gowers, the chairman of the BKSA was also on hand to help. He commented “It’s great to see the ISAF team trying kitesurfing – we want them to understand the kitesurf experience and enjoy it!”

Tamsin, Q, Al, Dan and Clive were put through their paces with an initial power-kite session in the field at West Wittering beach and then straight out into the shallow, tidal lagoon for some body dragging sessions. The wind was light – about 10 to 15 knots and there was plenty of flat water. The conditions gave every chance of progress to board skills, edging and getting up for the first time to get the real kitesurfing experience.

The second day was not so windy. Everyone had a SUP session in the morning, followed by a second kitesurfing session in the afternoon.

Thanks to X-Train and West Wittering Windsurf Club for hosting the event.

www.x-train.co.uk

www.2xs.co.uk

Traditional surfboard leashes have proven to be dangerous on water and land and any type of leash can cause impediments.

The GO-Joe is a ‘leash free’ tool to assist in the retrieval of your kiteboard without fear of being impacted by a leashed board after a spill. The GO-Joe is perfect for beginners and intermediates learning board recovery techniques, and for schools who want to minimise the time their students spend retrieving their boards. Advanced riders taking on crossings and open water sailing in rough conditions will appreciate the faster board recovery too.

The GO-Joe simply bolts into the grab handle inserts on your board, your grab handle will still fit, and is inflated with your kite pump. The special ‘hourglass’ shape flips your board over even when it lands foot-straps down, and reduces drag from spray from the board rails. When you lose your board, the GO-Joe acts as a sail and blows the board downwind to you, you just need to park your kite at 12 o’clock and wait for it to arrive.

The GO-Joe retails at £59, ready to fit to your board and comes in a range of colours to stand out against your riding environment.

Schools and centres should get in touch with Ocean Rodeo to receive special discounts on the GO-Joe and other schools equipment.

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For a video of the GO-Joe in action, check out www.oceanrodeo.com/kiting/go_joe

Make the Most of Your Coast – British Beach Week Launches Seaside trips, the most popular domestic visit British Beach Week (23rd – 31st July)launches to celebrate the UK coastline cottages4you reveals most popular UK beaches for 2011

When it comes to UK holidays, it seems nothing beats a visit to the British seaside, but according to holidaymakers, only a third of us would consider extending a visit into an overnight stay.

The poll, carried out by the UK’s leading holiday cottage letting agency cottages4you, found that although the nation prefers a coastal visit over a countryside or city break, most people (47 per cent) only consider a day trip. The survey was commissioned ahead of the cottages4you British Beach Week, which runs from 23rd to 31st July. The week aims to encourage people of all ages to fully explore the nation’s beaches and highlight the boundless opportunities the UK’s coast has to offer.

Whether it is kite surfing for the adrenalin junkie or beachcombing and rock-pooling for families, there is something for everyone to enjoy, in all weathers! The majority of coastal lovers identified their main reason for visiting a British beach as a chance to spend time with the family (40 per cent), with small resorts being the most popular. Only five per cent said their visit was for a specific beach activity, such as surfing, despite the abundance of facilities available across the country. Nick Rudge from cottages4you said: “With miles of coastline to explore, many of which are within only a few hours’ drive, the British seaside is the perfect holiday destination with plenty to see and do. “We’re launching British Beach Week to highlight the variety on offer. Whether you want an adrenalin-packed holiday with water sports, fun-filled resorts with amusements or simply a stunning backdrop to your family break, we have cottages throughout the UK where you can base yourself and enjoy all the UK coastline has to offer.” For those needing inspiration on where to go for a week’s stay or short break on their next staycation, cottages4you has also revealed the UK’s top beach destinations, based on booking figures for Summer 2011.

What’s more, to make the most of your summer, cottages4you is offering up to 20 per cent off many holidays during the school holidays. To find out more, visit www.cottages4you.co.uk

Top 10 UK beach destinations*

1. Cornwall
2. Isle of Wight
3. Sussex
4. Kent
5. Dorset, Exmoor and Somerset
6. Hampshire 7. Norfolk North Coast
7. Wales
8. Lakes, Cumbria and the North West
9. Devon

* Based on 2011 booking figures to June 2011.

June 2011-Maxsurf.co.uk  is hired for professional extreme sport photography  ‘sea yourself in action’.  by a local bunch of  surf heads, to cross the English Channel at Guinness Book record speed, whilst raising bucks for the children’s charity Demelsa.

V-Dub Victoria & danger john from Maxsurf  supported 2 ribs professionally skippered by Henk & Will from Rye ‘kites on board’’. During which time the English Channel had received strong south westerly winds for 3 days consistently!

Huge swell on the departure day Sunday 19^th, of June.  Touching force 7, 25ft  swells  when crossing the separation zone (13 miles out) 2 kitesurfers failed due to swell base & nerves. One rib went throw a wave flooding it & close to capsizing! Ending in stressed crew & a broken console. After contemplating calling it off a few times! we endeavoured to continue for the money raised for Demelsa charity, to which 2 kitesurfers arrived off Boulogne (Wayne & Tom made it) both boys where massively stocked and extremely exhausted! Recovery of the kites to the ribs was interesting to say the least (antics galore) only due to excellent helmsman ship skills by the ribs skipper. Battled huge house size waves to keep afloat and safe.

Camera footage was great upon departure but very limited during transit oddly enough...

Wayne AKA ‘Worsil’ & Tom AKA ‘tiny tops’ crossed in 2hrs 30mins, but sadly not recorded due to camera failure and the radical storm we rode through.

The boys ended up in a French bar & the ribs stayed in port until the next day, as no way was any one going aboard in that type of sea again. After spending 40 years at sea since childhood this was without doubt one of the most radical trips ever. Thanks boys!

Live coverage below (wait near end & see huge swell base to the right..)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1568TGb_DZ0

Words by Danger John

pictures by V-Dub Victoria from Maxsurf.co.uk   

Notice of decision in regard to membership conduct enquiry.

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A group of 8 students from Cardiff University Kitesurfing Club are putting their kitesurfing skills and endurance levels to the test by kitesurfing across the Bristol Channel!

(a company limited by guarantee)

Notice of Annual General Meeting
Notice is hereby given that an annual general meeting of the British Kitesurfing Association (a company limited by guarantee) will be held at The Conference Room, The Waterfront Hotel, Porthcawl, South Wales, CF36 3YR, on Saturday 19th March 2011 at 5.00 pm to transact the following business.

Please try to arrive in good time (be seated by 4.50 pm) Membership cards or membership confirmation emails will be checked on arrival.

Please find below:

Chairmans Report (pdf)

Treasurer and Financial report (pdf)

Candidate Bios (pdf)

Last AGM minutes(pdf)

Proxy Form(pdf)

Attendance record(pdf)

Proxy Form (doc.)

Agenda

Minutes of 2010 AGM
1.To approve the minutes of the 2010 AGM of the BKSA and to authorisethe Chairman to sign the same.

Chairman’s report
2.To receive a report of the Chairman on the activities of the BKSA since the last AGM 

Treasurer’s Report
3. To receive a report of the Treasurer on the finances of the BKSA.

Attendance Report
4.To receive a report on the attendance of Board Directors at meetings of the BKSA since the last AGM.

Election of Officers / Directors
5. To (re)-elect as Officers of the BKSA and to appoint as Directors of the BKSA:

(a) Chairman Candidate: Richard Gowers
(b) Vice Chairman Candidate: Peter Shaw
(c) Secretary Candidate:Marc Rowley
(d) Treasurer Candidate: Jason Holland
(e) Head of Training Candidate: Andy Gratwick - (to be elected by board for the term of 2011)

Election of Non-Executive Directors
6. To elect as Non-Executive Directors of the BKSA:

Candidates:     David Knottenbelt (formerly Secretary) 
Fred Le Ballois
Ted Moir

7. Any other business

By order of the Board
David Knottenbelt
Secretary

British Kitesurfing Association

Notes
1. Full and adult Family members of the BKSA whose membership is current are entitled to one vote each at the AGM (articles 3.3 and 77). The vote may be cast in person or by proxy.
2. Full and adult Family members are entitled to appoint a proxy to exercise all or any of their rights to attend, speak and vote at the meeting and you should have received a proxy form with this notice of meeting. You can only appoint a proxy using the procedures set out in these notes and the notes to the proxy form.
3. A proxy does not need to be a member of the BKSA but must attend the meeting to represent you. Details of how to appoint the Chairman of the meeting or another person as your proxy using the proxy form are set out in the notes to the proxy form. If you wish your proxy to speak on your behalf at the meeting you will need to appoint your own choice of proxy (not the Chairman) and give your instructions directly to them.
4.If you do not give your proxy an indication of how to vote on any resolution, your proxy will vote or abstain from voting at his or her discretion. Your proxy will vote (or abstain from voting) as he or she thinks fit in relation to any other matter which is put before the meeting.
5.The notes to the proxy form explain how to direct your proxy how to vote on each resolution or withhold their vote.
To appoint a proxy using the proxy form, the form must be:
·completed and signed;
·sent or delivered to the Secretary at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; and
·received by the Company no later than 48 hours before the time fixed for the meeting.
6. Following the meeting of the British Kitesurfing Association (a company limited by guarantee) there will follow the final annual general meeting of the British Kite Surfing Association (an unincorporated association).
At this meeting the Chairman will provide a report on the transfer of the unincorporated association’s assets and liabilities to the Company and of the runoff of the association’s business.
This notice also constitutes notice of that meeting.

Contact
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British Kitesurfing Association
A company limited by guarantee
Registered in England and Wales under number 6978015. Registered office: 14A Albany Road, Granby Industrial Estate, Weymouth DT4 9TH.

BRITISH KITESURFING ASSOCIATION(A Company Limited by Guarantee) 

Notice of Intended Date of Annual General Meeting
 
Date:         Saturday 19th March 2011
Time:         5-8pm
Venue:       Confrence Room, The Waterfront Hotel, Porthcawl, South Wales  CF36 3YR  

Any Member wishing to stand for office (as an Officer or non-executive director), or who wishes to propose a resolution for consideration at the AGM, should give notice of the same to the Secretary in accordance with the requirements of the Articles of the Association.

Any such notice must be received by the Secretary no later than Friday 18th February 2011.A notice that a person wishes to stand for office must be accompanied by the name and contact details of the Members proposing and seconding the candidate and must be accompanied by a biography of the candidate (no more than 200 words).

Notices should be sent by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

A full list of candidates for office and the agenda for the AGM will be circulated at least 14 days but not more than 28 days before the appointed date for the AGM. 

British Kitesurfing Association (a company limited by guarantee). Incorporated in England and Wales under number 06978015.

Registered office: 14A Albany Road, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9TH.

The BKSA has just launched its 2010 membership Survey

You can win

1st-  Hadlow board and fins www.flexifoil.com

2nd - Pro Limit Wetsuit www.pro-limit.com

3rd - Pro Limit Harness


 

CLICK HERE

 You must be a BKSA member - check your email !

Open till 15th January 2011

Winners will be in Feb Newsletter

Many thanks to Flexifoil and Prolimit

Have a great Christmas and Happy New Year from all at the BKSA

After 110 mile and 9 hours on the water all the riders completed the massive Kitesurf trip from Ireland back to England.

Hampered for over a year by the weather finally the team got the break they needed and completed the trip.

A great welcome from family, friends and local people saw them arrive together, in style, to Silloth West Beach.

Fraser Dooley, Martin Sandwith, Stuart Wood, Nick Elliott and John Flynn all arrived in good form and even had enough stamina left for a champagne celebration on the beach.

Many thanks to all the supporters and sponsors  who have made this trip
work.

Please check out the website www.kitesurfirishsea.co.uk over the next few
days for accounts of the trip and photos.