Jumping can be dangerous, only experienced boarders should attempt this.

Once you've got up a bit of speed, start with the kite in a comfortable position, about halfway down the wind window in the direction you are traveling, crouch down, start to drift downwind slightly to gain more speed then push down with your trailing foot and edge hard upwind, at this point you should have the kite swinging up fast at the edge of the wind window, push off with your legs when the kite is at its zenith or just past it - you should now be in the air, it may not last long depending on kite size so quickly turn the kite in the direction of travel again but try and keep it roughly above your head don't forget to bend your knees on landing and happy jumping!

(Showing Kite Movements While In The Air)

Remember to keep a large distance downwind of you incase anything goes wrong and be safe.

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