Kitesurf : HOW TO GET STARTED

You’ll need to be at least 18 to be an instructor and up to date First Aid and CPR certification. Then you’ll need to earn your certificate as a Level 1 Instructor.  You’ll need to be a capable kite surfer, and have your own gear. Some schools will have gear you can borrow.

 

As Level 1 Instructor you can teach two students with one kite. To reach Level 2 Instructor you need to pass an online exam, and have booked in at least 160 teaching hours to at least 20 students. Once you are a Level 2 Instructor you can set up your own school. There are some fast track courses that can get you to a qualified Instructor in just a few months. Check out some of our popular searches by region to find a few

 

Select a region on the left for more information. You can message an employer on Work the Wilds to ask what they would accept. Find an employer HERE.  When you have registered you can post any questions to our Wild Chat Board for personalised feedback.  Register for Free. If you become a Green Flash Member you can spread the net a bit wider by increasing your communication ability and have your profile featured

 

*Please remember that this is general information. We keep it as up to date as possible, but it's important you do your own research and know all the risks and requirements before heading out into the Wilds. If you are an expert in your sport and/or would like to become a contributor for Work the Wilds, please drop us an email at info@workthewilds.com or Contact Us