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RYA Start Windsurf Instructor

Kickstart your windsurfing teaching career with this 5-day RYA Start Windsurf Instructor course. Learn how to inspire and instruct the next generation of windsurfers both on and off the water.
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Activity overview

This action-packed course guides you through effective communication techniques and practical teaching methods for both afloat and ashore sessions. Over five days, you’ll develop the skills needed to confidently deliver beginner windsurfing lessons and manage students in a safe, fun, and engaging environment.

Guided throughout by experienced RYA Windsurf Trainers and moderated on the final day by an independent trainer, you will be continuously supported and assessed to ensure you meet the high standards required to become an RYA Start Windsurf Instructor. By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and competence to teach both the Start Windsurfing course and Youth Windsurfing Scheme Stages 1 and 2.

What to expect

  • Teaching techniques afloat and ashore
  • Effective communication and coaching methods
  • Lesson planning and session management
  • Safety management and student supervision
  • Delivery of Start Windsurfing and Youth Windsurfing Scheme Stages 1 & 2

Prerequisites & course minimum requirements

Participants must hold RYA Powerboat Level 2, RYA First Aid, RYA Safe and Fun, and the RYA Intermediate Windsurfing (Non-Planing) certificate. These prerequisites ensure you have the essential skills and knowledge to safely and confidently teach beginner windsurfing.

RYA Intermediate Non-Planing

Build on your skills from the Start Windsurfing course to make manoeuvres quicker, smoother and more accurate.

Key information

Timings

9:30am - 4:30pm
with a break for lunch around midday

What's included

Wetsuit
Buoyancy Aid
Spray Top and Trousers
Helmet
 

What you need to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Drinks
  • Suncream
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Spare pair of closed-toe shoes to wear in the water
  • Lunch and snacks
  • Water bottle
  • W33 RYA Windsurfing Instructor Manual
Emma Bannister
Emma Bannister
Centre Manager

“We build our programmes around each individual’s requirements, with consideration to their needs, aspirations and strengths. Seeing the impact that a visit to ASC Reading can have on young people is incredibly rewarding, whether they’re here for a few hours to decompress, or for a week packed with adventure and new experiences.”

Timings

9:30am - 4:30pm
with a break for lunch around midday

What's included

Wetsuit
Buoyancy Aid
Spray Top and Trousers
Helmet
 

What you need to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Drinks
  • Suncream
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Spare pair of closed-toe shoes to wear in the water
  • Lunch and snacks
  • Water bottle
  • W33 RYA Windsurfing Instructor Manual
Ross Dixon
Ross Dixon
Chief Instructor

“At ASC Portsmouth, we pride ourselves on our state-of-the-art facilities that cater to all. Our range of activities, from sailing and kayaking to climbing and sustainability workshops, ensures an engaging experience for everyone. As a team, we are committed to creating inclusive programmes that adapt to different learning styles and abilities, ensuring every participant can challenge themselves and grow. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to helping each individual discover their potential in our unique outdoor classroom.”

Where can this take you?

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RYA Intermediate Windsurfing (Planing)

Take your windsurfing skills to the next level with our RYA Intermediate Windsurfing (Planing) course. Learn to use a harness and foot straps, sail in stronger winds, and master planing…

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Why book with Andrew Simpson Centres?

  • Top-Quality Equipment
    Our fleet is well-maintained and regularly updated, ensuring you train with the best sailing gear available.
  • Expert Coaching & Development
    Our professional instructors follow a structured development programme, helping you progress at every level.
  • Not-for-Profit Impact
    Every booking supports our charitable mission to make sailing accessible to all, reinvesting in the sport and future sailors.
  • Unforgettable Experience
    Whether you're learning the basics or refining race tactics, you'll gain confidence, skills, and a love for the water.
  • High Safety Standards
    Safety is our top priority, with expertly trained staff, well-maintained equipment, and strict safety protocols in place.
  • Flexible, Customised Courses
    We tailor our courses to each participant, ensuring you get the most out of your time on the water.
  • Low Instructor-to-Sailor Ratios
    Smaller group sizes mean more personalised coaching, helping you develop skills faster and with confidence.
  • Accessible for All
    We offer inclusive courses designed to support individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN), making sailing accessible to everyone.
5 day instructor level course
from £440

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