Aloha Classic 2018 - Day 3
by International Windsurfing Tour 1 Nov 2018 08:58 PDT
28 October - 10 November 2018
Takara Ishii - Aloha Classic 2018 © Bob Carter
In this interview, Youth Cup competitor Takara Ishii talks about his goals, training, and what inspires him to be a better athlete ahead of his appearance at the Aloha Classic.
This young sailor was born in Japan and has been windsurfing since he was just five years old!
What are you most looking forward to at the Aloha Classic?
I hope I can win in the youth class again, and if possible I want to win at the Pro class. I know that the Pro class at the Aloha Classic is super high-level, so I will just do my best and hope to make it to the finals!
What inspires you to be a better athlete? How do you train?
I want to be like Marcilio Browne. He sails at the top level in the world, in every condition—even in bad conditions. I try to train just like him. Usually I'm training all day for 5-6 hours; sometimes 8-9 hours!
Where do you see the sport going in the next 5-10 years?
What do you hope for your own future in the sport?
I think the performance level is going to be so high as the years progress, and I think there will be more kids participating! In the future I hope more people discover the sport of windsurfing. I also hope to be able to compete in more contests. I hope the title of World Champion is in my future!
What excites you about this year's competition at Ho'okipa?
I hope there are big waves! Good waves! The forecast looks good for the first day so I'm super excited. And this year, I've learned a new move, so I'm hoping I can execute it during my heat!
You've been on the tour this year; How has been for you so far?
It has been SOOO GREAT to travel around the world with the IWT tour! I really like sailing in different locations and meeting new people. Every place I've been for an IWT contest has been amazing. It's a big part of why I love the IWT!