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Flat Water Sup Instructor Course

Candidates will have some SUP experience able to use the boards in flat water scenarios and possess relevant water safety certification in order to conduct safe lessons and provide lifesaving support. Candidates will be required to attend the 2 day course and put through a professional course aimed at teaching instructors to deliver safety, technique, risk assessments, venue safety, equipment checks and fun well structured lessons leading to strong customer service and positive customer experiences.

After completing the 2 day course you will be required to complete 20 volunteer teaching hours to gain experience with qualified coaches before conducting a final lesson by yourself to be assessed by a senior coach. Upon completion of your final assessment you will be put into the ISA database and awarded you internationally recognised ISA certification and be ready to begin a new chapter as a qualified SUP instructor.

About This Course

Introduction
Paddle boarding is the fastest growing sport in the world so what better time to turn your passion into a career! Our ISA Flat Water SUP Instructor course will enable you to teach all over the world with an internationally recognised qualification. The ISA Flat Water SUP Instructor Course is designed for introductory SUP instructors that are teaching the sport in the flat water environment.
Duration
2 Days
Price
£350
Prerequisites
· A good level of fitness is required.
· Confident swimmer.
· Show an interest and passion for the sport.
· Completion of the ISA Introduction to SUP Instructing E-Learning Course (additional $50 fee paid directly to the ISA).
Requirements
You will need to complete your ISA/ILS Instructor Water Safety (or similar) certification and a minimum of 20 hours of practical work experience. If you are interested in completing any of these with us, please let us know when you book.
Course Outline
· Role of a SUP instructor.
· Duty of care & Safety guidelines.
· Risk assessment & Venue Analysis.
· Equipment maintenance & storage.
· Teaching methods & lesson planning.
· Key skills development.
· Assessment.

Course Destinations

Flat Water Sup Instructor Course
WALES
Flat Water Sup Instructor Course

Course Dates

DateLocationCountryBooking
21–22 Mar 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales
11–12 Apr 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales
9–10 May 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales
20–21 Jun 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales
15–16 Aug 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales
17–18 Oct 2026Pembrokeshire, Gupton FarmWales

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