{"id":5617,"date":"2018-02-23T02:41:43","date_gmt":"2018-02-23T02:41:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.surfguides.org\/?page_id=5617"},"modified":"2018-02-23T02:55:10","modified_gmt":"2018-02-23T02:55:10","slug":"surf-instructor-level-1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.surfguides.org\/courses\/surf-instructor-level-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Surf Instructor Level 1"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Overview:<\/h3>\n

The Level 1 Surfing Instructor training course is your first step in becoming a surfing instructor. \u00a0 Learn how to safely deliver lessons, group student management and how to create effective lesson plans. \u00a0At the end of this course, you will be prepared to start delivering lessons with confidence and a ready to use format.<\/p>\n

Aim:<\/h3>\n

Deliver, plan and assess beginner sessions.<\/p>\n

Locations:<\/h3>\n

Beginner level surf locations: \u00a0surf no larger than 1\u00bdft (\u00bd metre)<\/p>\n

Career Outcomes:<\/h3>\n

Surfing instructor in the surfing or outdoor recreation industry.Industry job roles that require surfing knowledge (e.g. marketing sales, retail, travel)<\/p>\n

Topics Covered:<\/h3>\n

The role of the surfing instructorIdentifying laws and regulations that apply to conducting surfing lessonsClient management and safetyIdentifying surfing lesson risks and hazardsEmergency processes and responsesLogistics and how to plan surfing sessionsSuitable boards, equipment and resourcesCommunication skills for the surfing environmentInstruction and coaching methodsCreating lesson plansAssessing students performanceEvaluating surfing lessonsMinimising environmental impacts (social & natural)Abide by student to instructor ratios: maximum of 8 students to 1 accredited instructor.<\/p>\n

Entry Requirements:<\/h3>\n

Before starting this course, you must have:<\/p>\n

500 hours surfing experiencesurfing skills and knowledge\u00a0equivalent to Level 6 Intermediate Surfer.\u00a0 Able to effectively\u00a0ride waves, with control and\u00a0link and perform intermediate level manoeuvres – top turn, bottom turn and cutback in 3ft surf.<\/p>\n

Delivery Options:<\/h3>\n

The Level 1 Surfing Instructor course can be completed by:<\/p>\n

Attending a workshopFlexible learningApprenticeshipTransfer-Update<\/p>\n

Course Requirements:<\/h3>\n

Delivery Option – Workshop<\/h4>\n

This intensive 2 day workshop will focus on completing the major components of the course. Some additional homework is also required to complete assessments and gain practical on-the-job instruction experience.Ideal for: students who want to cover theory components in an intensive format.<\/p>\n

Workshop course requirements:In order to gain your Surfing Instructors qualification, you will need to:<\/p>\n

Complete written assessments.Demonstrate your\u00a0Level 6 Intermediate Surfer\u00a0surfing skills.Demonstrate beginner level lesson delivery.<\/p>\n

After the workshop:<\/p>\n

Complete 25 hours practical work experience, assisting in delivering surfing lessons, with an accredited or approved surf school.Complete a written assessment to demonstrate your intermediate level surfing knowledge and provide video or photos surfing at a another surf break, demonstrating intermediate level surfing manoeuvres (including linking manoeuvres and performing cutback or re-entry).<\/p>\n

Before or after the workshop, provide copies of:<\/p>\n

Personal identification (e.g drivers licence or passport)Surf Rescue certificate \u00a0and \u00a0Senior First Aid certificate, OR Lifesaving (Combined Rescue & First Aid certificate).<\/p>\n

Surf Rescue: \u00a0 Date of certificate is no more than 2 years old from date of completion (or 1 year old for Australia) \u00a0Find Approved Surf Rescue Training Providers<\/p>\n

Senior First Aid: \u00a0The certificate date must be no more than 3 years old from date of completion. \u00a0Find Description and Approved Senior First Aid Training Providers <\/a><\/p>\n

Duration:Workshop: 2 daysPlus: post workshop practical work experienceYou have 12 months from date of workshop to complete all course requirements.<\/p>\n

What we provide:<\/h3>\n

Level 1 Surfing Instructor Training ManualLevel 1 Assessment & Competency Record BookLearn to Surf for Beginners level DVDLearn to Surf Intermediate level manualUse of Level 1 Surfing Instructor\u00a0logo12 months membership<\/p>\n

Equipment:<\/h3>\n

The following equipment and clothing is required to complete the training:<\/p>\n

Surf clothingFibreglass surfboard to demonstrate intermediate surfing skills.Beginner soft-top boards with soft fins and leash<\/p>\n

Certificate issued:<\/h3>\n

Level 1 Surfing Instructor(valid for 12 months from date of workshop)<\/p>\n

Additional certificate issued:<\/h3>\n

Australia OnlyASI is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and also issues the following certificate to students undertaking training in AustraliaAustralian Department of Education. Registered Training Organisation\u00a0RTO ID 91496\"\"<\/p>\n

Statement of Attainment in Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation (SIS40313)for units of competency:SISOSRF202A Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditionsSISOSRF303A Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvresSISOSRF409A Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skillsSISOSRF201A Demonstrate surf survival and self rescue skillsSISOSRF304A Perform a simple rescue in moderate surf conditionsSISOOPS201A Minimise environmental impact practices<\/p>\n

Renewal:<\/h3>\n

Renewal requirements. \u00a0click here<\/p>\n

FAQs:<\/h3>\n

Do you have a question?\u00a0 See the\u00a0FAQ’s page:\u00a0click here<\/p>\n


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