In Sept 2000 the Irish Federation of Land and Sandyacht Clubs passed the mantle on to the Irish Power Kite Association ( IPKA ) who once again hosted a European Championship in Ireland, this time the class 8 European Championships on Benone beach in 2005 .IPKA changed its name to the Irish Power Kite and Sandyacht Association  ( IPKSA  )  in 2007 yrs ago !So Irelands pedigree within the International Land based Windsports community goes back many years and some of the original members from the Irish Fed are still active members of IPKSA.
The many years of International competitions and working with local authorities and organisations has brought a wealth of experience to the IPKSA members.IPKSA is the a members association and represents its members locally and at International levels. IPKSA aims to assist in promoting safe practice of land based windsports and representing its members with local authorities and national organisations in an officially recognised capacity. Primarily IPKSA is about like minded people pooling their knowledge and resourcefulness to participate in and promote Power Kiting, Kite Buggying and Sandyachting in a safe family friendly and social environment which respects the needs and requirements of its members and other beach users. The IPKSA also frequently arrange for beach litter picks and offer our many years of expertise to local authorities when required to do so. Working together with County Councils and local authorities throughout Ireland  North and South the IPKSA organises frequent beach events which attract a considerable following and bring a welcome boost to the sporting community and economies of the event area.
See you on the beach !