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Outer Reef Surf Instructor Academy
Train with Outer Reef around the world, where the waves are fun and the vibe is real. Jump into epic surf trips across Bali, Java, and the Mentawai Islands. Our 4, 8, and 12-week courses are fully ISA and ILS backed — so you can surf, travel, and teach anywhere across the globe.
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Surf Instructor & Lifesaving Courses Worldwide
Train with Outer Reef in the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, southern Spain, Morocco and Bali. Choose ISA Surf Instructor, ILS Surf Coach Rescue, Beach Lifeguard and complete instructor academy pathways.
Whether you want a 3-day rescue course, a 7-day ISA and ILS package, or a longer academy experience, this page connects you to the right course and destination.
Choose Your Surf Instructor Course Pathway
Outer Reef offers internationally recognised surf instructor and lifesaving courses for people who want to work in surf schools, surf camps, outdoor centres and coastal environments.
You can train close to home in the UK, join one of our European course weeks in France, Portugal or Spain, or travel further for warm-water training in Morocco and Bali.
Train Across Europe, Morocco And Bali
These images show the bigger Outer Reef pathway: surf instructor training, rescue development, surf camp life, accommodation, travel energy and the destinations that make this more than a qualification.
Train In The UK, Europe, Morocco Or Bali
Each destination offers a different mix of waves, accommodation, training style and surf lifestyle. Use the destination cards below to choose the right course location.
Surf Instructor Courses UK
Train at our home base in Pembrokeshire, Wales with surf instructor, lifesaving, beach lifeguard and outdoor instructor pathways.
- ISA Surf Instructor training
- Surf Coach Rescue training
- Beach Lifeguard courses
- Outdoor instructor development
France ISA & ILS Courses
France is one of our strongest European training bases, with course options in Soustons Plage, Vieux Boucau and Mimizan.
- 7-day ISA and ILS packages
- 3-day ILS courses
- Atlantic surf conditions
- Accommodation options
Portugal ISA & ILS Courses
Train in the Algarve or Ericeira with Atlantic waves, warm weather and complete instructor and rescue training options.
- Algarve course weeks
- Ericeira course weeks
- 7-day ISA and ILS packages
- 3-day ILS courses
Fuerteventura, Spain
Corralejo, Fuerteventura offers warm-weather European training and a strong route for ISA and ILS course weeks.
- 7-day ISA and ILS
- 3-day ILS
- Canary Islands training
- Consistent surf environment
Surf Instructor Courses Morocco
Morocco is a warm-water surf destination for surf instructor training, lifesaving and beach-based coaching progression.
- Surf instructor pathways
- ILS rescue training
- Beach Lifeguard options
- Warm-water destination
ISA Surf Instructor Course Bali
Bali is our tropical academy destination for surf development, coaching progression and international surf instructor training.
- ISA Surf Instructor pathway
- Academy-style training
- Surf development
- International surf lifestyle
ISA & ILS Booking Links
Use the links below to book directly by destination. Choose the 7-day ISA and ILS package if you want the full instructor and rescue pathway, or choose the 3-day ILS option if you only need Surf Coach Rescue training.
Soustons Plage, France
Choose a complete 7-day ISA and ILS package or a focused 3-day ILS Surf Coach Rescue course.
Vieux Boucau, France
Train in Vieux Boucau with ISA Level 1 and ILS options for surf instructor and lifesaving progression.
Mimizan, France
Join the Mimizan course pathway for a complete ISA and ILS week or a shorter ILS rescue course.
Algarve, Portugal
Train in the Algarve with a full ISA and ILS course week or complete the 3-day ILS Surf Coach Rescue pathway.
Ericeira, Portugal
Train in one of Portugal’s best-known surf destinations with ISA and ILS course options.
Corralejo, Fuerteventura
Train in the Canary Islands with warm weather, surf coaching progression and ILS rescue training.
Which Course Should You Choose?
Start with the route that matches your goals. If you want to become a surf instructor, choose the 7-day ISA and ILS package. If you are already coaching and only need the rescue element, choose the 3-day ILS course.
For surfers who want to start teaching beginner surf lessons professionally.
For water safety, rescue skills and surf coaching environments.
For experienced coaches who want to progress their coaching skills.
For students who want more surf development, experience and career direction.
A Complete Instructor Academy Pathway
Outer Reef connects surf coaching, lifesaving, beach safety, surf development, instructor academies, surf travel and career advice into one joined-up pathway.
- Training experience since 1999
- 4,500+ instructor graduates
- ISA Surf Instructor pathways
- ILS Surf Coach Rescue training
- UK, Europe, Morocco and Bali course options
- Career advice and progression support
Explore More Instructor Training Pages
Use these pages to compare the wider Outer Reef instructor training pathway.
Surf Instructor Academy FAQs
What is the best course if I want to become a surf instructor?
The 7-day ISA and ILS package is the best route for most students because it combines surf instructor training with essential rescue training.
What is the 3-day ILS course for?
The 3-day ILS Surf Coach Rescue course is ideal if you already have coaching experience or only need the rescue and water safety element.
Where can I train?
Outer Reef offers training pathways in the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, Morocco and Bali, with different course options depending on the destination.
Can I speak to someone before booking?
Yes. If you are unsure which course or destination is right for you, contact the Outer Reef team and we will help you choose the best pathway.
Book Your ISA & ILS Course
Choose your destination, build your qualifications and start your journey into surf coaching, lifesaving and instructor training with Outer Reef.
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