Course Information
Overview:
This course is available as a physical workshop or an online flexible learning course.
Find more details below and select the best course option for you.
Aim:
Deliver basic SUP lessons, short SUP paddle tours and SUP rentals at exposed waters locations.
This course builds on the ASI Level 1 SUP instructor (Enclosed Flat Water) course and focusses on exposed waters hazards, techniques and instruction methods.
Locations:
Qualified to instruct at Exposed Waters locations, defined as:
- coastal beaches and bays
- harbours and large inland bodies of water greater than 1 km (0.6 miles) wide
- shore break less than 1½ feet
- swell size less than 2ft
- no breaking waves
- wind speed less than 12 knots, offshore wind less than 10 knots
- no more than 250 metres from shore
Career Outcomes:
- Stand Up Paddle Instructor in the SUP or outdoor recreation industry.
- Industry job roles that require SUP knowledge (e.g. marketing, sales, retail).
Topics Covered:
- Identify exposed waters SUP lesson/activity risks and hazards
- Emergency processes and response
- Logistics and how to plan exposed waters SUP sessions
- Suitable boards, equipment and resources
- Methods to manage clients safely in exposed waters
- Deliver basic exposed waters SUP lessons and SUP activities
- Evaluating your own SUP sessions
- Identify correct and incorrect technique using ASI assessment competency guide
- Use video analysis to assess your own paddling ability
- Demonstrate correct paddling technique including the 5 phases of the paddle stroke in exposed waters
- Understand how to negotiate swell (not breaking waves) - into swell, alongside swell, with swell
- Understand how to perform step back pivot turns - heel side and toe side
Entry Requirements:
Before starting this course:
- have at least 100 hours on water SUP paddling experience in exposed waters.
- able to paddle with confidence, correct technique, knowledge and safety ASI L2 SUP Wise level
- plus be confident in paddling in miniumum swell of 2ft and wind speed of 15 knots.
- have completed or are completing the ASI Level 1 SUP Instructor (Enclosed Flat Water) qualification.
- English speaking skills.
Delivery Options:
Workshop : An intensive course that focuses on the major components, with the ability to interact with the trainer and the group.
Duration: 1 day.
Online : Study in your own time with ASI's e-learning platform. Upload video to demonstrate skills.
ASI's E-learning Platform
ASI's e-learning platform provides access to training manuals, videos, reference materials and assessments. Access is available for all the above delivery options.
Course Requirements:
- Complete multi-choice online tests.
- Demonstrate correct paddling technique in exposed waters at a coastal location.
- Complete paddling mission test - paddle for 1km in under 10 mins, in exposed waters at a coastal location.
- Complete 10 hours practical work experience, assisting in the delivery of lessons of tours in exposed waters, at an ASI or approved SUP school.
Other
- Submit a current SUP water rescue or surf rescue certificate
- Submit a current senior first aid certificate
- Have completed the ASI Level 1 SUP Instructor qualification.
Note: above can be provided within 12 months of enrolment.
Time to Complete
You have 12 months to complete all course requirements.
What we provide:
Level 2 Stand Up Paddle Instructor (Exposed Waters) Training Manual
SUP Instruction Logbook
ASI membership valid for 12 months
Equipment:
The following equipment and clothing is required to complete the training:
- Flat water stand up paddle board, paddle, coiled leash
- SUP clothing suitable for paddling
In addition, for the Online learning option:
- Computer or mobile phone to access ASI e-learning platform
- Video camera or mobile phone to take video of practical skills and submit online
Certificate issued:
ASI Level 2 Stand Up Paddle Instructor (Exposed Waters) Certificate
Valid for 12 months