ISA course presenter for the Maldives, Dara Ahmed of Atoll Adventures, ran an ISA Surf Level One Instructor Course in the Maldives over the weekend. The course, which was run together with long time ISA presenter Mal Gregson, was successfully carried out at Coke’s Surf Camp in the Maldives with 12 attendees. The Perfect Wave Surf Experience is leading the way by certifying instructors in the Maldives at the ISA standard.

As the international federation, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for the sport of Surfing, SUP, and all other wave riding activities, the ISA proudly presents the proper development pathway for Educational Programs in the sport of Surfing and SUP. Each of these participating surf instructors will receive an internationally recognized ISA Surf Instructor Certification which will allow them to instruct Surfing at the ISA standard of safety and quality.

To see the full ISA course schedule please view the ISA course schedule here.

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Twelve Maldivian surfers receive their ISA Surf Level 1 Certification.
Photo Dara Ahmed

During the weekend of June 13-14th, 12 Maldivians were certified in the ISA Level 1 Instructor Course carried out at Malhu Surf School in the Maldives. The course was taught by Official ISA Course Presenter Dara Ahmed and Curran from Atoll Adventures, an ISA Level 1 Course Instructor. The next course in the Maldives will be taking place in July after Ramadan.

As the international federation, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for the sport of Surfing, SUP, and all other wave riding activities, the ISA proudly presents the proper development pathway for Educational Programs in the sport of Surfing and SUP. Each of these participating surf instructors receive an internationally recognized ISA Surf Instructor Certification which will allows them to instruct Surfing at the ISA standard of safety and quality.

To see the full ISA course schedule please view the ISA course schedule here.

Course participants learn proper technique on the beach from ISA Course Presenter Dara Ahmed. Photo: Dara Ahmed

Photo: Dara Ahmed

Photo: Dara Ahmed

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Course participants in the Maldives enter the water with excitement during the ISA Courses. Photo: Tim Jones

Earlier this year the International Surfing Association (ISA) announced a key strategic partnership agreement with the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS) to establish a global standard water safety course for Surf and SUP instructors and promote water safety worldwide.

In February and March the first ISA / ILS International Surf and SUP Instructor Aquatic Rescue and Safety Courses were held in both Sri Lanka and the Maldives.  These courses were very well accepted by the local instructors who found them challenging and informative. All of the instructors felt that the course gave them sound knowledge of the skills needed to operate effectively in water safety during their surf lessons.

CPR training during the ISA/ILS International Surf and SUP Instructor Aquatic Rescue and Safety Course. Photo: Tim Jones

These water safety courses were delivered by Tim Jones, ISA Course Presenter for Sri Lanka, in conjunction with the ISA Surf Level 1 Courses.  Tim Jones said:

“The ISA/ILS Water Safety Course was a major complement and huge value add to the ISA instructor courses. This new and exciting initiative from the ISA and ILS gave me confidence that the instructors in my courses were trained in both the technical aspects teaching the sport and the water safety aspects for ensuring safety during their lessons.”

ISA Course Presenter Tim Jones instructing the course participants. Photo: Tim Jones

The ISA / ILS International Surf and SUP Instructor Aquatic Rescue and Safety Courses were run over two days and included modules such as surf awareness, encountering hazards during lessons, first aid and emergency first aid, including CPR and the vital skills of board rescue.

Included in the course are also the fitness elements and tests that offer a great insight to practical physical elements and skills required during any rescue scenario.

For upcoming ISA/ILS Water Safety Courses please view the ISA Course Schedule. If you are interested in organizing a course or being a part of this program please contact alexreynolds@isasurf.org.

ISA/ILS Water Safety Courses are equipping the instructors with the skills necessary to make the water a safer place. Photo: Tim Jones

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An ISA Surf Level 1 Course took place this month in the Maldives, certifying seven local instructors.

With their internationally recognized certification, these instructors can help attribute to the development and growth of Surfing in the Maldives by spreading the knowledge and skills they learned to their students.

The course, which was conducted by ISA Course Presenter Dara Ahmed and ISA supervising instructor Ahmed Shihaz, took place at Club Med Kani, just 20 kilometers north of the nation’s capital, Male.

The course was put on with the support of Club Med Kani, Fun Sports, Maldives Surfing Association, and Atoll Adventures.

As the international federation, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for the sport of Surfing, SUP, and all other wave riding activities, the ISA proudly presents the proper development pathway for Educational Programs in the sport of Surfing and SUP.

The next course in the Maldives is taking place on July 20. Email course presenter Dara Ahmed to sign up: dara@atolladv.com.mv.

To view upcoming ISA courses around the globe, visit: http://www.isasurf.org/development-programs/coaching-instructing/course-schedule/

Seven newly ISA certified Maldivian instructors.

Course warm up.

A beautiful day to take the ISA Surf Level 1 Course in the Maldives.

ISA Course Presenter Dara Ahmed instructing the course participants.

Not too shabby a location to hold an ISA Course.

Photos: Dara Ahmed

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ISA Course Presenter in the Maldives, Dara Ahmed, has put on another successful ISA Level – 1 Surf Course held at Cinnamon Dhonveli with the participation of four Maldivian surf instructors.

Mike Shihaz, ISA Surf Level – 1 Instructor from Atoll Adventures, assisted Ahmed in the course along with Ryan Thoyyib

Dara Ahmed said:

“It’s great to have certified instructors to help the local community and to give a professional service to their clients.”

Course participants and presenters. Photo: Dara Ahmed

Not a shabby location for an ISA Surf Level 1 Course. Photo: Dara Ahmed

Practical section of the course. Photo: Dara Ahmed

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The 2019 ISA Coaching and Instructing Course calendar has kicked off with successful courses run in Nicaragua, Scotland and the Maldives, amongst others. Building upon the success of the ISA Coaching and Instructing Program in 2018, these three ISA courses trained twenty-five new ISA instructors and confirmed the appointment of a new ISA Course Presenter in Scotland.

Nicaragua

From January 14-16, 2019, an ISA Surf Level 1 Course was conducted in El Tránsito, Nicaragua. The course was presented by Marcelo Castellanos, ISA Course Presenter from El Salvador, and supported by the FENISURF and Compassion Causes. The course was the third held in Nicaragua since 2017, but the first conducted in the northern region of the country. All the participants in the ISA Course were local instructors from the area and were overjoyed with the opportunity to professionalize their abilities as ISA surf instructors.

Stuardo Torres, ISA Course Participant said:

“Marcelo went above and beyond to help us learn how to do things properly and become the best coaches that we could be. On behalf of the entire group, we feel blessed to have taken this training because our desire is to become more professional. We hope that other surfers and surf schools in Nicaragua and beyond will see our professionalism as an example to be followed. Thank you to Marcelo and the ISA for the support in making this happen.”

ISA Course Presenter Marcelo Castellanos instructing the course participants in Nicaragua.

The course included practical and theory segments.

Nicaraguan surf instructors taking their coaching and instructing to the next level.

Maldives

An ISA Surf Level 1 Course took place in the Maldives from February 10-11, 2019 with the support of Dhevihifaafa Surf Magazine and Sea Sports who are major contributors to the Maldivian Surf community. Dara Ahmed, ISA Course Presenter in the Maldives, delivered the course which increased the number of internationally trained surf coaches and instructors in the country.

All ten of the participants in the ISA Course were local Maldivian instructors from different parts of the Maldives. These instructors will use the knowledge and skillset gained from the ISA Course to contribute towards the continued growth of Surfing in their nation.

Stoked participants at the ISA Surf Level 1 Course in the Maldives.

ISA Course Presenter Dara Ahmed conducted the course, creating a more sustainable future for surfing in the Maldives.

Scotland

From January 20-21, 2019, the Scottish Surfing Federation organized an ISA Surf Level 1 Course in Thurso, Scotland with ISA Course Presenter Andy Joyce. Along with training new ISA instructors, one of the key objectives was to officially approve Scottish National Surfing Champion, Mark Boyd, as an ISA Course Presenter. Mark was assessed and assisted throughout the course by Andy Joyce and has now officially been approved to present ISA Courses in Scotland.

ISA Course Presenter Andy Joyce said:

“I really enjoyed this ISA course with the group of amazingly, enthusiastic surfers who loved sharing and participating throughout the course. It was an absolute pleasure to support Mark on his first course, he has a solid coaching background and brings this out in his confident delivery of the course. He will make an excellent ISA Course Presenter in Scotland moving forward.”

Training instructors and a new ISA Course Presenter in Thurso, Scotland.

The waves were pumping! Photo: Malcolm Anderson

The ISA Coaching and Instructing Program aims to develop the individual skills and knowledge of coaches and instructors and equip them to teach at the international standard of safety, quality, and efficacy. The ISA Courses are increasing the level of professionalism of surf coaches and instructors across the globe with the ISA Certifications validating their abilities.

Please check out the ISA Coaching and Instructing Course Schedule. to find a course near you. Don’t see a course you are looking for? Please email alexreynolds@isasurf.org to learn more.

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