DAY ONE:
9.00 am
- Enter names and addresses on attendance form
- Ascertain any medical/dietary issues
Surf Instructor Course overview
Introduce self,
Set the tone for the course.
Collaborative and enjoyable.
Brief descriptive overview
Describe the delivery methods, i.e.
Theory modules delivered as per course contents over two days.
Practical sessions (tutorials) delivered by on beach practical sessions (both days) and classroom workshop.
Brief description about The International Surfing Association.
Surf instructor Assessments
Coaching candidates will be assessed as competent / not yet competent within the workshop and practical sessions of:
- Venue analysis
- Lesson planning (group assessment)
- Delivering the planned lesson (deliver lesson segment)
- Demonstrate practical surfing skills
- Assess lesson delivery (self-assessment)
If the coaching candidate is deemed not yet competent in any criteria they will have the opportunity to develop these competencies during post course supervised coaching hours.
Note: Owing to time constraints, specific needs of the candidates and the important requirements of workshops and practical sessions the course presenter may need to editorialize the modules that contain extensive content.
E.g. ‘Safety of Surfers in Your Care’ Module 2 – Page 18, the focus of the module is developing a venue analysis guide which requires the candidate to have an understanding of how to identify a ‘safe surfing venue’ and ‘duty of care obligations’.
Surf and weather conditions although part of the safety aspects of selecting a venue can be briefly explained rather than a comprehensive approach.
The manual can be seen as a comprehensive resource and reference for the Level One coach. The course presenter does not necessarily need to quote verbatim to get the message across.
Course delivery (day one continued)
9.30 am Candidates chat
One of the key attributes a coaching candidate needs to develop is the
ability to communicate confidently to individuals or groups.
A strategy to encourage the development of oral skills, is to have each
candidate give a brief 2-3 minute talk relating to the listed headings.
Name
Where they live
Employment
Relevant qualification, teaching experience etc.
Surfing experiences
Reason for attending the course
Future goals
If candidate is hesitant or unsure – presenter to prompt using the headings as guides to encourage and support the candidate.
Presenter can record pertinent information such as teaching – coaching experiences etc. and utilize the experiences of the candidate to assist them logistically during the course, i.e. Facilitators – Beach assistants – Assessors etc.
10.00 am Morning break
10.30 am Role of the Coach – Module 1, Page 10
State competencies.
Note: One hour is allocated for this module which owing to the content allows the course presenter scope to cut the module short or lengthen the time for module two if required.
This module touches briefly on the qualities an effective coach requires, i.e. communication, organization, knowledge and importantly the role a coach can play in the community.
Teaching basic surfing rules and environmental concerns are vital with overcrowding of some surfing breaks and the need to protect the eco-system of the beach and ocean environments.
Refer to the ‘Coach’s Code of Ethics’ – Page 17.
Explain that the coach will need to understand and sign off as part of the accreditation process.
Course delivery (day one continued)
12.00 am Safety of the Surfer in your Care – Module 2, Page 18
State competencies
Editorialize this unit:
Candidates need to understand ‘Duty of Care’ obligations and surf lesson safety guidelines and how to identify a safe surfing venue.
The course presenter can touch briefly on weather conditions and marine creatures and focus on preparing candidates for the practical exercise in developing a quality venue analysis guide. Refer ‘Selecting a Safe Venue’ – Page 27
Give brief preview of what the candidate can expect from the course presenter delivered ‘Learn to Surf’ lesson.
12.30 pm LUNCH
2.00 PM On beach practical session
Venue analysis - Page 28
Presenter and candidates to be prepared with appropriate clothing, sun protection, fresh water, clip board and workbook.
Proceed to designated beach.
Employ sound environmental practices, i.e. don’t walk on dunes etc.
Candidates to assess suitability of the beach and surf venue for a beginner surf lesson.
Candidates to record assessment on venue analysis sheet in provided workbook.
Presenter delivered learn to surf lesson – Page 29
Presenter to deliver standard lesson plan format, utilizing candidates as entry level students. Co-presenter or trainee presenter can act as on beach or in surf demonstrator. If required utilize candidates with relevant experiences to assist.
Utilize effective teaching formations, i.e. explanation – demonstration – participation, and immediate positive feedback.
Teach skills sequentially and introduce safety elements throughout the lesson.
Explain the core principles of safety, enjoyment and skill development.
Emphasize good outdoor teaching practices.
3.30 pm Afternoon break
Course delivery (day one continued)
4.00 pm Coaching methods – Module 3, Pge 30
State competencies.
Explain key headings of explanation, demonstration, participation, feedback.
Refer model, page 31.
Inclusive coaching segment is important to encourage the coaching candidate to adapt and modify their coaching methods and lesson plans – Page 32
Refer and explain effective coaching during the lesson – Page 34
4.30 pm Skill development – Module 4, Page 36
Refer to the differences and characteristics of the beginner, intermediate, advanced surfer.
Refer to core skills, Page 39 – 40.
Talk through one particular core skill referring to the utilization of cues and how to correct common errors.
5.00 pm Finish
