ISA SURF INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSES PEMBROKESHIRE, WALES
Combine your love of surfing with a surf instructor career.
Surf Instructor Courses, Lifeguard & Outdoor Instructor Training
Train with Outer Reef and start your pathway into surf coaching, beach lifeguarding, surf rescue, SUP instruction and outdoor activity leadership.
Choose from ISA Surf Instructor Courses, intensive instructor academies, lifeguard and rescue training, outdoor instructor courses and international academy pathways across Pembrokeshire, Europe and Indonesia.
ISA Surf Instructor - Lifeguard & Rescue - Outdoor Instructor - Wales, Europe & Bali
Choose Your Instructor Pathway
Not sure where to start? Choose from the main Outer Reef instructor training routes below.
What Do You Want To Train As?
ISA Surf Instructor Courses
Become a qualified surf instructor through ISA Level 1, Level 2 and international coaching pathways.
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Lifeguard & Surf Rescue
Train in beach lifeguarding, surf rescue, ILS Surf Coach Rescue and lifesaving revalidation.
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Outdoor Instructor Training
Build a wider outdoor career pathway with surf, SUP, kayaking, coasteering and leadership skills.
Book Outdoor Instructor
Surf Instructor Academy
Join longer academy-style pathways in Wales, Europe and Bali for deeper instructor development.
View Academy CoursesWhere Would You Like To Train?
Train in Pembrokeshire, France, Portugal, Spain or Bali. Each location supports a clear instructor pathway, from ISA Level 1 and Level 2 to lifesaving, rescue and academy progression.
Pembrokeshire, Wales
Intensive surf instructor, lifeguard and outdoor instructor courses.
France
ISA Level 1, Level 2, lifesaving and surf coach lifesaver pathways.
Portugal
Algarve ISA Level 1, ILS Surf Coach Rescue and lifesaving revalidation.
Spain
Fuerteventura ISA Level 1 and lifesaving course pathway.
Already Qualified? Revalidate Your Lifesaving With Outer Reef
If you already hold an instructor qualification but need to update your lifesaving, rescue or surf safety award, Outer Reef can help you stay current.
Our pathways include ILS Surf Coach Rescue, beach lifeguard training, surf rescue refreshers and lifesaving revalidation options in selected destinations including Wales, France and Portugal.
ILS Surf Coach Rescue
Refresh surf rescue, beach safety and instructor rescue confidence in Portugal.
Revalidate In PortugalBeach Lifeguard Courses
Build lifesaving, first aid, rescue and beach safety skills for professional surf environments.
View Lifeguard CoursesAll Course Dates
Check upcoming surf, SUP, lifeguard and instructor course dates across the Outer Reef network.
View All DatesChoose By Your Goal
| Your Goal | Best Course | Where To Go |
|---|---|---|
| Become a surf instructor | ISA Level 1 Surf Instructor | View ISA Courses |
| Progress your coaching | ISA Level 2 / Advanced Coaching | View France Courses |
| Update lifesaving | ILS Surf Coach Rescue | View Rescue Course |
| Start an outdoor career | Outdoor Instructor Training | Book Outdoor Course |
| Train intensively in the UK | Pembrokeshire Intensive Academy | View Wales Academy |
| Train internationally | Surf Instructor Academy / Bali | View Academy |
France, Portugal & Spain Course Pathways
Our European course network helps candidates train, revalidate and progress without needing to travel long-haul. This is ideal for UK and European surfers, Austrian candidates, seasonal instructors and surf camp staff.
Vieux Boucau, France
Surf instructor and lifesaver course pathway in a classic French surf town.
View Vieux BoucauAlgarve, Portugal
ISA Level 1, ILS Surf Coach Rescue and lifesaving revalidation pathways.
View AlgarveBali Surf Instructor Academy
Bali is best positioned as the next step for candidates who want a longer international academy experience, warm-water coaching practice and a surf travel lifestyle after building the foundations through Wales or Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which instructor course should I start with?
Most surf coaching candidates start with ISA Level 1 Surf Instructor training and then add suitable lifesaving or rescue training.
Do I need lifesaving training?
Yes. Surf instructors normally need appropriate lifesaving, surf safety or rescue training alongside their instructor qualification.
Can I train in Europe?
Yes. Outer Reef offers European instructor pathways in France, Portugal and Spain, including surf instructor, lifesaving and rescue course options.
Can I revalidate my lifesaving?
Yes. Outer Reef can support lifesaving revalidation and surf rescue refreshers through selected course pathways.
Is there a UK intensive academy?
Yes. Pembrokeshire is the main UK intensive pathway for surf instructor, lifeguard and outdoor instructor development.
Can I train in Bali?
Yes. Bali is a great progression route for candidates who want a longer international academy and surf travel experience.
Ready To Start Your Instructor Journey?
Choose your pathway with Outer Reef. Train as a surf instructor, revalidate your lifesaving, join an intensive academy or build a wider outdoor instructor career.
INSTRUCTOR COURSES | OUTDOOR INSTRUCTOR TRAINING WALES
ISA SURF INSTRUCTOR COURSES PEMBROKESHIRE
ISA Surf Instructor Training Courses in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Learn to teach surfing & travel the world with the ISA Surf Instructor Course, the only International Accredited Surf Coaching Award. Our Surf Instructor Courses are aimed at individuals who have been surfing for at least ONE years ISA Level 1 Surf Coach Award is a great way to start your career.
ISA LEVEL 1
SURF INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSES
This surf instructor training course is designed for surf instructors that will be teaching learn-to-surf lessons for beginners and early intermediate level surfers. The ISA Surf Level 1 Certification is the industry standard for surf Instructors at quality surf schools around the world. This is also the most popular ISA Course with the broadest international appeal.
On top of all that you get the rewards of seeing the faces of super stoked pupils who you have helped get to their feet. It’s the perfect job for students at college or university or during their gap year.
ISA COACHING & INSTRUCTING PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
- To establish an international system of Coaching and Instructing Courses, improving the safety and efficacy of surf instruction around the world.
- To further develop, through educational programs, a body of knowledge on which Coaches and Instructors may draw.
- To provide Coaches and Instructors with employment opportunities, encouragement and support.
- To advance surf Coaching and Instructing as a globally standardised and highly professional activity with stringent requirements.
- Over time this program has expanded to other areas of professional development education for our great sport of surfing.
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