RYA Start Windsurf Instructor

RYA Start Windsurf Instructor Course (16+ years)

Windsurfing is, with doubt, one of the most exhilarating watersports and to be able to teach others to get up and get going on a board will give you enormous satisfaction. Generations of parents and young people also know the value of practical, certificated training courses, which provide recognised qualifications leading to employment in the watersports leisure industry. Students should hold the following qualifications prior to the course:

RYA Start Windsurf Instructor

This ever popular 5-day course is for competent windsurfers who are looking to teach the Start Windsurfing course and the Youth Windsurfing Scheme.

RYA Windsurf Instructor Package (4 weeks)

Our 4-week course is tailored to give you the qualifications needed to work as a Windsurf Instructor within the UK or overseas. The course covers windsurf skill development, RYA Powerboat level 2, RYA First Aid, VHF and RYA Start Windsurf Instructor

RYA First Aid

The principles of first aid with the emphasis on working in a water-based environment. Valid for 3 years and recognised for all RYA Instructor qualifications.

RYA Powerboat Level 2

Includes basic seamanship skills such as handling the boat safely under power in a variety of conditions and you will spend time practising manoeuvres such as coming alongside and man overboard. Some high speed work will also be undertaken, generally outside the harbour.