International Surf Instructor Courses UK, Europe, Morocco, Sri Lanka, Bali & the Mentawai Islands| Learn, Get Certified & Teach Globally

Welcome to the world's leading ISA Surf Instructor Courses and SLSGB Beach Lifeguard training. Get internationally accredited and teach surfing anywhere in the world with recognised qualifications in Europe, Asia, and beyond.

ISA Level 1 Surf Instructor Course + ILS Water Safety Award

Our comprehensive surf instructor courses combine:

• ISA Level 1 Surf Instructor Certification (International Surfing Association)
• ILS Water Safety Award (International Lifesaving Federation)
• Post-course accreditation hours included
• Global job placement referral system worldwide

Surf Instructor Course Locations Worldwide

Train with us at premium surf destinations:

• Surf Instructor Courses UK – Wales
• Surf Instructor Courses Europe – France, Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands)
• Surf Instructor Courses Asia – Bali, Indonesia
• Surf Instructor Courses Morocco – Taghazout 

Why Choose Our Surf Instructor Courses?

✓ Globally Recognized – ISA & ILS accredited qualifications accepted worldwide
✓ Multiple Locations – Train in Europe, Asia, or the UK
✓ Expert ISA Presenters – Pioneered Europe's first ISA & ILS combined courses
✓ 100% Job Placement support – Work opportunities in France, Europe, Bali & globally
✓ All-Inclusive Training – Accommodation, meals, and certification included
✓ 4,500+ Graduates – Join our global network of certified instructors

About the ISA/ILS Global Partnership

The International Surfing Association (ISA) and International Lifesaving Federation (ILS) have established the universal global standard for surf instructor courses and SUP instructor water safety certification. Since 2017, this program has trained over 290 instructors across 17 countries.

The ISA/ILS International Surf Instructor Aquatic Rescue and Safety Course is the only internationally recognized surf instructor qualification accepted worldwide.

World-Class Course Presenters

Our ISA-approved presenters pioneered the first combined ISA & ILS surf instructor courses in Europe and have been delivering world-class training for over 25 years across multiple continents.

Our ISA presenters have been running courses for many years and has managed with the thumbs up from the ISA and pioneer Europe first ever ISA & ILS awards to be run in Europe.

The International Surfing Association (ISA) and the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS) have entered into a key strategic partnership together to establish a universally recognized, global standard water safety course and certification for surfing and stand-up paddle (SUP) coaches and instructors. In its first year (2017) this course was wildly successful being run 27 times in 17 countries for 290 surf and SUP instructors.

The ISA/ILS International Surf and SUP Instructor Aquatic Rescue and Safety Course is specific for the surf instructing environment and available for all ISA and ILS Members to access. The course can be presented by ILS Member Organizations and those with formal endorsed trainer/assessor qualification.

Dean Gough
SSA President
ISA & SLSGB Official Presenter
office@surf-school-alliance.org
07769903653