Become a WPA Level 1 Paddle Board Instructor
This is for experienced paddle boarders who want to become a WPA Level 1 paddle board instructor. You will learn how to safely teach paddle board beginners SUP Lessons. During the course you will be assessed on your paddle skills, equipment knowledge, safety skills, rescue skills, and local boat laws.
- Comprehensive understanding is required which is especially relevant when teaching and choosing proper equipment (boards, paddles, accessories, and fins)
- Learn how to teach a thorough and above all safe beginner lesson.
- Learn paddle technique, turns and the basics of race training
- Candidates must demonstrate teaching ability, skills and knowledge
- WPA (World Paddle Association) Level 1 Certified Course
- Become a Paddle Into Fitness Instructor listed in our directory
- Paddle Into Fitness Certification
Includes:
- A 2 part program
- Level 1 WPA Certification
- Bring your own board and paddle, or one can be rented from the host location.
Requirements:
- current First Aid, CPR and AED
- proficient swimmer and comfortable doing water sports
- at least 1 year SUP experience
- teaching experience
- Must be 18 or older
Accelerated format:
The theory part for the WPA Level 1 Sup Instructor course can be taken online. The water portion can be taken with us. It includes the same material as the 2 day course but at a customized pace. The cost, qualifications, and application process remain unchanged.
Contact us for more information.
