Level 1 Surf Coach Award

Prerequisite:

• A current NaRS Beach Life Saving Qualification
• At least two years personal surfing experience

The Level 1 Coach will demonstrate that their Personal Surfing Ability is of an acceptable standard. They will further demonstrate that they are competent to coach surfers (on land and in the water) from Beginners (never surfed before) through to Intermediate Level (able to paddle outside, catch green waves and ride right and left whilst performing basic manoeuvres).

Level 1 is aimed at individuals, with experience of surfing, who are new to surf coaching and who wish to coach basic surfing techniques.

The Level 1 Award is the minimum requirement for Surfers wishing to teach the sport as Accredited Coaches.

All awards are valid for three years from the date of the Coaching Accreditation Course or until the relevant lifesaving qualification expires (whichever is earlier).