Coaching

Are you interested in being a qualified surfing instructor? Your qualification could pave the way to a fullfilling career in the sport of surfing. 

Surfing Queensland presents the Surfing Australia Level 1 Surf riding Coach Accreditation Course as part of the Australian Sports Commission’s National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS). These courses cover the necessary theory components of the NCAS and the sports specific practical requirements of Surfing Australia.

Participants are invited to attend the course and then be required to complete the necessary theory and practical elements before becoming accredited. NCAS approved courses are recognized nationally and by some international affiliates of Surfing Australia’s Licensed Surf school Network.

Level 1 Surf riding Coach Accreditation Course Pre-requisites: Competence in Surfing Skills and Surf Zone Survival Skills. (NB: Beginner Surfers cannot be accredited) Level 1 Surf riding Coach Accreditation Course requisites: Attend 14 hours of lectures, Complete 20 hours coaching practice with Mentor Coaches approved by Surfing Queensland, Surfing Australia Membership or State Branch membership, Surf Life Saving Australia Bronze Medallion or approved equivalent. Complete and return a Practical / Assessment Workbook (supplied during the course)