For those meeting you for the first time, introduce yourself. Where did you grow up, and how did you get into kiteboarding?

I grew up in New Caledonia, a French island located in the Pacific Ocean, with a population of around 250,000. At the age of 14, I became interested in trying kitesurfing after spotting several people practicing the sport on a small island during a walk with my parents. Seeing them sparked my curiosity and made me want to give it a try myself.

What drew you to freestyle, and what keeps you pushing in that discipline?

I initially practiced Big Air as my main discipline. After taking part in my first competition in France, in Leucate, I discovered that many kiteboarders my age were practicing freestyle. I was really impressed by their level and by the high scores they were able to achieve in this discipline. It made me want to start practicing freestyle myself.

What I love about freestyle is that it is a very technical and demanding discipline, requiring a huge amount of hard work, patience and perseverance. That is exactly what I enjoy about it. Every new trick I manage to land brings me a great sense of achievement, and every bit of progress motivates me to keep pushing my limits.

How would you describe your style on the water? What do you want people to notice about your riding?

I would describe my riding style as quite powerful. This is one of my main goals: to perform tricks with as much power as possible while remaining as technical as I can in their execution.

What I want people to notice when they watch me ride is that my riding looks both impressive and spectacular, while making everything seem effortless and natural. For me, it is this combination of power, technical ability and fluidity that makes the difference.

What is New Caledonia like for kiting? Give us the local perspective on the spots, wind, and kiteboarding community.

For me, New Caledonia is the best place in the world to practice kiteboarding. We have exceptional conditions, with very consistent wind and a climate that is perfect for this sport. It is warm all year round, and we also have wind throughout the year. But what makes this place even more incredible is its breathtaking scenery and its stunning turquoise lagoons.

Where is your favorite spot to kite, and what makes it special to you?

My favorite kite spot is a small island called Îlot Maître, located just 20 minutes by boat from the capital. It is a beautiful spot where the wind can blow from different directions, offering great conditions for kiteboarding.

This spot is particularly special to me because it is where I had my very first kite sessions. I go there by boat every weekend. It is the perfect place to train, especially early in the morning or at sunset, when there is almost nobody around and the conditions are perfect.

Describe your perfect freestyle conditions. What combination of wind, water, and kite size gets you excited?

For me, a perfect session is a sunny day with temperatures around 30°C, consistent wind between 17 and 21 knots, flat water, and my 13 m kite. These are the ideal conditions for me to fully enjoy my session and have as much fun as possible on the water.

Your freestyle approach puts a strong emphasis on precision. What makes a trick feel properly executed to you?

For me, a trick is perfectly executed when it is landed cleanly, with full commitment, the kite kept low during the landing, and most importantly, with style. Beyond the difficulty of the trick itself, I believe that style and fluidity make all the difference.

Walk us through learning a difficult trick. How do you break it down, work through failed attempts, and build the confidence to commit?

When I want to improve my freestyle skills, I need to work on several aspects in addition to practicing tricks on the water.

First of all, video analysis plays a very important role. I take inspiration from other kiteboarders who execute the tricks I want to learn perfectly, but I also analyze my own videos to identify my mistakes and any incorrect movements. I then think about the biomechanics behind each movement to understand how to improve my technique and perform the tricks with as much style as possible.

Secondly, I spend a lot of time training physically off the water to strengthen my body, improve my physical abilities and better prepare myself for potential crashes and injuries.

Finally, I practice mental visualization a lot. I try to clearly picture every movement and action I want to perform on the water. This helps me prepare both my body and my mind before attempting new tricks.

What trick or combination are you working on right now?

At the moment, I am mainly working on my rotations, with the goal of adding extra half rotations to make my tricks more technical and push my limits in freestyle.

What does a typical training week look like, both on the water and off?

A typical week is organized around the wind and weather conditions. Whenever there is wind, I try to prioritize kiteboarding and make the most of the conditions to train as much as possible.

Alongside that, I organize my schedule to keep up with my university studies and coursework. I also dedicate time to physical training to keep improving and stay in good shape.

Finally, I try to create as much content as possible for my social media platforms to share my daily life, training sessions and kiteboarding experiences, while staying as active as possible and engaging with my community.

What are your goals for the coming season, and how do those fit into your pursuit of a freestyle world championship?

My goal for the 2027 season is to reach the top 7 in the overall GKA rankings. To achieve this, I will continue training with determination, working hard and staying persistent in order to give my best and reach my goal.

What is one thing you would tell a kiteboarder who wants to progress in freestyle?

Kite freestyle is a very demanding discipline that requires a huge amount of perseverance, motivation and hard work. You should never get discouraged, even when progress is difficult, and you must keep training in all conditions. But most importantly, it is essential to always enjoy your time on the water, have fun and never forget why you started this sport in the first place.