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Surf Instructor Course Australia - FAQ



Become a paid Surf Instructor! Live the dream experience summer beach parties, make heaps of new friends from all over the world, relax and enjoy the sun, sea and sand while learning how to become a surf instructor. The programme takes place about a 2 hour drive from Byron Bay. Here you find the secluded beaches and the surf camp where you will eat breath and live surf! You will develop your surfing abilities, train your ability to teach others and in the end you are qualified to work in the surf industry.
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    Do you have to be an expert surfer?

    To become a surf instructor you will need a basic and competent level of surfing ability, although admittedly you do not have to be an expert, much of the "skill" is gained through practice, a lot of which you will gain on this course.


    The academy is designed to produce competent surfers in 3 months that have the skills to complete certification requirements, or become an intermediate level surfer. We have our best coaches working with the students every day which provides a high level of one on one attention which allows them to improve their surfing in such a short amount of time. We use techniques such as video and photo assessment, class room theory, surf fitness, water safety awareness, and countless water time in a concentrated form to ensure we achieve our outcomes.
    All this takes place in our own surf camps with access to the best waves in all conditions, our Academy is a truly unique experience.

    Do I need a work visa?

    You do not need the work holiday visa for the training. You do have to work for 20 hours in order to get qualified but it is unpaid and considered training.  Those 20hrs are when you learn how  
    to manage the groups, pick the correct locations, and instruct the customers.  So no need for the 462 visa.  A tourist visa is fine, they are usually 90 days max.

    You do need a work visa if you are looking for work after the course however.

    Will I be training with the same group all the time I am at the programme?

    You will not be with the same group all the time as some people just do the 5 day surf camp, some stay 1 month, others 2 (surf development courses) and some 3 months just like you, as the trip starts frequently people come and go. However the instructors are the same and with surfing you make friends very easily! Soon you will find your way and make friends for life!
     

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