ASI sets the worldwide standard for accreditation for surfing, stand up paddle and bodyboarding.

Annual renewal and audits are conducted to ensure high quality operations and training.

Accredited Instructors	highly experienced hold water rescue and senior first aid qualifications trained in safety and risk management implement minimal environmental impact practices when delivering lessons Become a surfing instructor Become an SUP instructor Become a bodyboarding instructor
Accredited Schools	Employ accredited instructors Abide by ASI worldwide Policy and Procedures Have high standards of operational safety and risk management Implement “child protection” and “child friendly” practices Comply with government laws and licences Have comprehensive insurance cover Provide high quality and safe equipment (boards, rash vests, wetsuits) Prohibit discrimination towards any group or individuals High standards of ethics Have a complaints and feedback process Abide by student to instructor ratios
Surf Schools	Student to instructor ratios: maximum of 8 students to 1 instructor
Stand Up Paddle	Student to instructor ratios: Enclosed flat water location: maximum of 8 students to 1 instructor “Dead flat” ocean water (protected bay) location: maximum of 8 students to 1 instructor Flat water ocean (protected bay) location: maximum of 3 students to 1 instructor Surf (non busy) location: maximum of 2 students to 1 instructor Surf (busy) location: 1 student to 1 instructor
Bodyboarding	Student to instructor ratios: maximum of 8 students to 1 instructor
	Find an ASI accredited school Find an ASI accredited camp/tour Become ASI Accredited Be recognised for high standards of operations and training. Use the ASI logo as the sign of quality.