Description:
The internationally recognised RYA Start Windsurfing Instructor (WI) qualification will allow you to teach the RYA Start Windsurfing course along with the RYA Youth Windsurfing Stage 1 and Stage 2 courses. The 5 days have been developed to take you from a competent windsurfer to learn to teach in a safe and fun manor, following the RYA structure.
For a career or part time job on the water and to share your knowledge and passion for the sport become a windsurfing instructor.
Dates:
- 7 – 11th July 2025
Syllabus:
- You will learn different teaching techniques afloat and ashore.
- These will be run by an RYA Trainer and moderated on the final day by an independent RYA Trainer.
- Candidates on the course will be demonstrate competence in course preparation, delivery and management, as well as customer liaison.
Pre Requisites:
- RYA Intermediate non-planning certificate along with the ability to beach start and complete a non-planning carve gybe
- Be aged 16 years or older
- Hold a RYA Powerboat Level 2 (PB2) certificate (please check our Powerboat Level 2 page if you need training)
- A valid 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work qualification
- RYA Safe and Fun certificate. This is is an online certificate run directly by the RYA which must be completed before any RYA instructor qualifications are awarded. More information can be found on the RYA website
- Active RYA membership