Ben Tomasino

Originally from France, Ben established KiteWest Watersports and Tours 10 years ago in Geraldton Western Australia, after discovering it was the perfect place to combine his passion for the ocean, the outdoors, and adventure. In a few short years, KiteWest has grown from only offering kiteboarding lessons to incorporating personalized 4WD tours along WA’s magnificent Coral Coast and an array or watersport activities. KiteWest is now giving you access to surf, stand-up paddleboard lessons, yoga, and SUP yoga classes, and stand-up paddleboard ocean/river cruises. Having worked as a professional lifeguard and rescue diver in France and Australia, Ben has a strong background in water rescue as has developed some exclusive watersports and yoga retreat in and around Bali, Indonesia. Ben’s love of the ocean dates back many years. He is qualified: IKO level 3 senior kiteboarding instructor/assistant instructor trainer ISA SUP instructor ISA SUP flat water course presenter ASI Surf Instructor swimming instructor certified Yoga Alliance Vinyasa flow Yoga and SUP yoga teacher trainer Ben holds qualifications in first aid, 4WD driving, and is certified for working with children. Ben has also worked as a beach inspector and conservation ranger. His awareness of environmental and conservation issues is applied to KiteWest Watersports to ensure all activities do not have an impact on the environment.