Niam Martinez represents a new wave of Big Air riders coming out of Tarifa, Spain. With a German-Spanish background, he grew up on the beach, drawn to the wind and the water from an early age before learning to kite himself at ten.

He’s explored multiple disciplines, but Big Air is where his focus sits. It’s the height, the control, and the constant progression that drives him. Still, he values time on the water in any form, using different conditions and disciplines to build a more complete approach to riding.

Training alongside top riders such as our own, Cohan, has accelerated his development. He absorbs knowledge quickly, refining his technique while building the strength and control needed to push further. His mindset is simple: keep progressing.

At just 13, Niam is already laying the foundation for what’s ahead. Focused, disciplined, and driven by the process, he’s steadily working toward the highest level of the sport.