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NOUS DONNONS DU POUVOIR À NOTRE JEUNESSE

Notre vision est d'éveiller la passion des enfants et des jeunes de 7 à 17 ans pour les sports d'action tels que le kitesurf, le wing foil, la planche à voile, le SUP et le vélo, et de leur apprendre la bonne technique pour pratiquer le sport en toute sécurité.

New for 2026 — La Ventana, Baja

Following the Young Blood wing foiling camp in the Columbia River Gorge, Duotone is expanding its youth development program with its first official Young Blood kiteboarding camp at Duotone Pro Center La Ventana, located in Baja California Sur, Mexico.

This two-day camp is designed to prepare young freestyle riders for competition, with GromFest taking place just three days after the camp.

Beyond improving technical riding skills, the program focuses on competition training, building confidence, fostering connections among young riders, and developing the knowledge and experience needed to transition into competitive kiteboarding and pursue future opportunities in the wind sports industry.

Athletes will experience a simulated competition environment, complete with judges, score sheets, buoys, flags, timed heats, and horns. The goal is to help riders understand how they are scored, develop their own competitive strategies, and maximize their individual scores regardless of how other riders perform.

Young Blood Camp

ACTIVITY

Competition kiteboarding camp for young athletes interested in making the most of kiteboarding competitions.

DATES

December 21–22, 2026

Weather backup: December 23, 2026

VENUE

Duotone Pro Center La Ventana (Baja Joe’s)

PARTICIPANTS

Experienced kiteboarders ages 7–19

PRICE

$200 USD

Scholarships available by inquiry

CAPACITY

Maximum 15 participants

Young Blood Camp

EXAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2026

9:00 AM — Check-in and welcome

10:00 AM — Warm-up, equipment setup, competition skills discussion

11:00 AM — First riding session and coaching on the water

1:00 PM — Lunch; food and beverages provided

2:00 PM —First look at judging/scoring sheets

2:00–5:00 PM — Practice heats

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2026

9:30–10:00 AM — Warm-up, buoys set

10:00–11:00 AM — Media, sponsorship and social media workshop/challenge

11:00 AM–1:00 PM — Coaching on the water

1:00 PM — Lunch; food and beverages provided

2:00–5:00 PM — Practice heats

5:30 PM — Awards dinner

Schedule is tentative and subject to weather & conditions

Young Blood Camp

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Professional coaching

Off water training

Lunch on both camp days

Dinner Tuesday evening

Photography

Swag bag

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Lodging

Travel and local transportation

Personal kiteboarding equipment

MEET YOUR COACHES

Young Blood Camp

Grom Gormley and Rachel Callahan — Camp Directors

Nadja

Layne Mullard — Coach

Wing Foiling

Justi Vonada — Coach

Grom and Rachel bring nearly 40 years of combined kiteboarding competition experience.  They also produce the Lighthouse 1000, Bridge of the Gods, Gorge Blowout, as well as working directly with KB4C, GromFest, and Cortez Crown.

Nadja has an extensive background in wing foil coaching, having taught for a variety of schools and now owning and operating her own camps and clinics under Rove Retreats based in Hood River and La Ventana. Nadja continues to push her own riding level and loves to do freestyle as well as downwinding and riding swell.

KayKay spends her year chasing wind and teaching Yoga between her home in La Ventana, Mexico and other windy destinations like Hood River, Oregon and Egypt.  KayKay is an experienced teacher in both yoga and wing foiling, bringing her love of catching waves and freestyle to the mix.

Young Blood Camp

FAQS

What if there is no wind? 

Alternative activities may include Tow foiling, foil-assist opportunity, beach games and group activities, food, and competition studies.

Is the gear provided?

No.  However, we will have some gear available for testing.  Please inquire inadvance if there are specific items you would like to try during the camp.

Will a jet ski be available?

Yes. Coaches will have access to a jet ski for instruction, filming, and safety.

Do parents need to attend?

Yes. Parents are allowed to be present and involved during camp hours. The program also encourages families to connect with one another.

What should participants pack?

Appropriate water wear. You will need a wetsuit. Thickness will depend on conditions. Helmet, Impact Vest, Full Kiteboarding Set-Up. Reusable water bottle, sunscreen, hat, snacks, and anything you might need for a full day at the beach.

Who can answer other questions?

Rachel Callahan:

Email: rachelcallahanbotg@gmail.com

WhatsApp : +1-209-559-1952

Baja Joe’s - Callejon 725, Insargento, 23232 La Ventana, B.C.S.