What could be more fulfilling than joining the cadre of expert sailors who make up the ISPA Instructor Team teaching one of the world’s best sail and power boating instruction programs?
Existing ISPA instructors can get certified on ISPA.com by filling out this form after general registration.
As a certified ISPA Instructor you will be able to make money teaching virtually anywhere around the world.
One of the best ways to improve your boating skills is to become an instructor and spend more time on the water.
Our global and growing community of boaters is creating opportunity for like minded people to communicate and explore new opportunities.
International Sail And Power Academy takes the training of its instructors very seriously. Consequently, ISPA will continue to have only the most qualified Instructor Evaluations train instructors, and monitor their performance.
As an instructor, YOU ARE ISPA!
Your goal is to consistently present students with best practices by using the ISPA training manuals to provide high-quality, progressive instruction that takes students from novice to whatever level of certification they desire, up to Ocean Master.
US$50, Online
The study component can be taken online via the ISPA website (or in-person with an Instructor Evaluator). The study component has two elements as follows:
A) Methods of Instruction Course: you will learn ISPA’s training philosophy and standards through a short course and knowledge check.
B) ICR Exam: You will confirm your knowledge of the International Convention for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea through an exam.
Fees vary depending on the location and school
The Practical On-the-Water Component will be held by an Instructor Evaluator. The Practical Component typically requires 3-4 days and consists of two parts as follows:
A) Practical Sailing Skill check: The Instructor Evaluator will verify the candidates a) knowledge of ISPA techniques, and b) single-handed sailing and boat handling skills.
This verification can be conducted in several ways including through on-the-water exercises, candidate prepared videos, and or the IE’s prior knowledge and experience with the candidate.
B) Practical Clinic: The Instructor Evaluator will review the ISPA training system and practice simulated instruction.
Becoming an ISPA Instructor requires the following:
If you have been working as an instructor for other organizations, you can shorten the above process to obtain instructor certification.
If you have been working as an instructor for other organizations, you can shorten the above process to obtain instructor certification. Please email our certification committee here.
All ISPA Instructors are required to register with ISPA annually to maintain their certified status and to ensure the quality of all ISPA Instructors.
If you are already a certified ISPA Instructor, register as a free member, then fill out this form.
If you have been working as an instructor for other organizations, you can shorten the above process to obtain instructor certification.
If you have been working as an instructor for other organizations, you can shorten the above process to obtain instructor certification. Please email our certification committee at certification@ispa.com.
Canada | ||
Alberta | ||
Sindbad School of Sailing | ||
British Columbia | ||
Stowaway Adventures | ||
Westcoast Adventure College (WAC) | ||
Wind Valley Sailing School | ||
Flying Bulldog Sailing School Ltd. | ||
Barnacle Bill Yachting Service | ||
Nanaimo Yacht Charters & Sailing School | ||
Cooper Boating | ||
Newfoundland | ||
Sea School of Newfoundland | ||
Ontario | ||
Sail Superior | ||
USA | ||
Washington | ||
Tethys Offshore Sailing | ||
NW Exploration | ||
Japan | ||
Yokohama Bayside Marina | ||
Windvalley Sailing School | ||
Croatia (Split) | ||
The Ultra Sailing Company | ||
International | ||
NautiKel Adventures |
Join our team and become a world-class sailing instructor with limitless opportunities!