The 19 year old kiteboarder from France is considered to be one of the promising faces in the sport. Coralie answers some questions in this interview.

Do you still remember your first time on a kiteboard?
Too easy! A sensation of freedom and space. Happiness!

What do you think of the woman image in the sport?
Good! I think the girls are accepted. The girls show the dream with attractive photos in bikini, but they are not recognized like sportswomen, althought they are often better than guys...

What would you like to do to change this image?
It is like that and it is important to know how to use it, quite as much media as sponsors.

You got 1st in Europe cup, how could you explain these excellent results?
I had experience in extreme sports and in competition before. Besides that I have the possibility of kiting every day, with very good riders around. I had everything to progress fast, and I had lot of motivation, I really want to arrived there.

Can you describe me the best moment of your surfing life?
There are a lot. I would say my first session in Hawaii, the sea was turquoise and warm, lagoon in side, waves in open sea, the wind was present. It was perfect!!

Other activities?
Yes, various! Surf, Windsurf, Volleyball, Swim, Roller, Jogging, Cycle, Snow-board, Wake and many others sports. Also internet (it is crazy what we can learn on the net!) read, listen music, and party. A whole program!

Whats your ultimate aim to achieve?
To live by my passion, gain a lot of money in kite surf and become independent financially.