How to Become an ASI Accredited School

Display the ASI Accredited School Logo  

Featuring the official ASI corporate logo and the statement “International Standard”, instantly communicates trust, professionalism, and global recognition. With the option to use the traditional round ASI Accredited School logo, a long‑standing and trusted symbol of ASI accreditation.

Display the ASI Accredited Instructor Logos 

ASI Accredited school owners can display the ASI Instructor logo, highlighting  the owners personal certification level and reinforcing level of expertise within the industry.

ASI Accredited School Certificate  

Issued annually for ASI Accredited Schools.  Display your Certificate in high‑visibility areas—such as your reception, training spaces, licence and application submissions, digital platforms, and professional work portfolios—to reinforce trust, compliance, and international accreditation.

ASI Accredited School Excellence Certificates & Badges

This certificate recognises ASI schools for their commitment to maintaining high standards, awarded at key milestones based on the duration of their ASI accreditation.
Bronze Level: 2 years / Silver Level: 5 years / Gold Level: 10 years / Platinum Level: 15 years

MARKETING

Listed on the ASI Worldwide Map - giving customers an easy way to find your school while publicly confirming your accreditation status, complete with an enquiry button that sends messages directly to you, location map and a dedicated page about your operations - written by ASI.  Also ideal if you don’t yet have a website.
Enhanced Listing for Schools –  about the team, services,  locations, facilities, accommodation, tourism attractions.   See ASI Worldwide Map

Social Media Articles  - ASI creates and news posts about you, that you can also share.

ASI Accredited School - Flags and Large Stickers - ASI flags make your school stand out on the beach / shoreline, while outdoor waterproof stickers on vehicles and sign boards extend your visibility across the community—building trust and reinforcing your accredited status wherever you operate.

OPERATIONS

Access to ASI Operational manuals documents - Essential for safety and compliance. ASI provides ready‑to‑use operational and safety documents—accessible via the member login—including SOPs, Workplace Health & Safety manuals, risk management plans, emergency response plans, a range of operational forms including:  waiver forms, incident forms and safety checklists.

Operations Audit and Feedback  – At the start of each season, ASI supports schools in a simple, yet effective self‑assessment of their operations, with ASI providing guidance and feedback. The aim is to help with operational efficiency, strengthen safety, improve consistency, and maintain compliance—ultimately enhancing professionalism and trust with students.

Insurance & Working with Children Checks - In some countries, ASI offers access to great-value insurance tailored for schools and can facilitate working with children checks.

TRAINING

ASI Training Course Discounts - Reduced fees on select training courses. School loyalty discounts with a 5% discount in year 3 and a 10% discount in year 5.

ASI Wise Learn to  Programs – ASI's Wise Learn to  programs, are ready to use, pre-designed to enhance profitability and streamline lesson planning.  With training resourses, certificates and Wise logos.
Surf Wise  / SUP Wise / Bodyboard Wise  

SUPPORT

Business - ASI serves as a valuable sounding board for general business queries, offering guidance tailored to the unique challenges the operator may face.  

Operations  - we help manage your instructor records and location‑specific risk documents, for easy retrieval.

Job Promotion – advertise for instructors and other staff across the ASI network.

News updates – keeping you informed on developments and opportunities.

Networking Opportunities - Join a global community of schools and instructors, participate in events like the ASI Air Retreats, at discount fees.

Fees

• Australia & Asia. Australian Dollars.  Set up fee: AUD $250.  Annual fee: AUD $690

• Europe. Euro. Set up fee:  €150. Annual fee:  €450  

• UK. GBP.  Set up fee:  £130.  Annual fee:  £ 380  

• USA-America's & Middle East. USD$.  Set up fee:  US$180.  Annual fee:  US$495  

   

Notes:

• Set-up fee : a once only fee  

• Annual fee:  12 months

• Dual sports:  Schools only, additional sport 50% discount.

• Eligibility:  hold ASI Accredited instructor certification.  Non ASI instructors can transfer at reduced fees.

Apply here - APPLICATION form

Enquiry
I am interested in being an ASI accredited school. ENQUIRE Here

The ASI School Accreditation Scheme provides structured guidance to operators, ensuring they meet the highest international industry standards. It sets clear expectations so that all activities are delivered safely and appropriately, aligned with each student’s skills, experience, and developmental needs.

Covering:

• Accredited Instructors

• ASI Codes of Conduct for ASI Accredited Schools  

• ASI Codes of Conduct ASI Accredited Instructors

• Risk management and safety

• Operational standards for safe and structured delivery of lessons and activities

• ASI Instructor Activity Standards   Surfing - SUP - Bodyboarding

The process to become an ASI Accredited School is simple and fully supported. You’ll have access to ASI’s operational documents, templates, and assistance whenever you need it, making accreditation straightforward and stress‑free.

• Review and Agree to bide by the ASI code of practice, policies and procedures, risk management standards

• Instructors are ASI accredited

• Have location risk and safety and emergency response documentation

• Have liability insurance in place, as applicable to your country

• Adhere to local business regulations and licencing

• Provide safe and suitable equipment

• Have refund, complaints handling and feedback policies

• Provide structured and safe lessons

Apply here - APPLICATION form

Enquiry
I am interested in being an ASI accredited school. ENQUIRE Here