Instructors
The Zero to Hero Kitesurfing Instructor courses operate in Mombasa, Kenya and Bembridge, UK. The 9 week course starts on the Isle of Wight with an introductory weekend where the trainees are taught to wakeboard in order to develop their board riding skills. This also goes towards their training as Wakeboard and Waterski instructors. Following this the trainees fly out to Mombasa in Kenya for 6 weeks of intensive training in all aspects of Kitesurfing. In Kenya the trainees have the opportunity to see a fully operational Kitesurfing centre in action and work alongside some of the world's best Kitesurfing instructors. Life is not all about work as there will be time to explore the diversity of Kenya with excursions such as safaris. Whilst learning to Kitesurf Trainees also hone their skills as a wakeboarder and waterskier. On return to the UK the trainees enter 2 weeks of instructor training which should culminate in them attaining their instructor certificates. This phase covers not just teaching Kitesurfing, Wakeboarding and Waterskiing but also safety boat driving, first aid and other aspects of centre management which are key to their success as an instructor. All trainees who pass can then take advantage of the after course careers service.
Locations and Dates:
Bembridge, Isle of Wight, UK and Nyali Beach, Mombasa, Kenya
Course 1: 9 Weeks - Starts on 05/01/09
Course 2: 9 Weeks - Starts in May 2009; exact dates to be confirmed. Contact us for further information.
Course 3: 9 Weeks - Starts in July 2009; exact dates to be confirmed. Contact us for further information.
Prices:
Prices start at £6000 for the 9 Week course in shared accommodation. For more information visit the Location page
SkySchool also runs 6 and 8 Week Kitesurfing courses in Kenya. The 6 week course starts from £4400 and the 8 week course from £5300. For further information on these courses contact us.
Kitesurfing Instructor Courses
Qualifications:
- British Kitesurfing Association Level 3
- British Kitesurfing Association Kitesurfing Instructor
- Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Level 2
- Royal Yachting Association First Aid
- GMDSS/DSC Short Range Radio
- British Waterski Federation Waterski Instructor
- British Waterski Federation Wakeboard Instructor
- Ski Boat Driver Award
- International Certificate of Competence
Included in the Course
The course fees vary depending upon the accommodation option chosen however the price includes all accommodation, breakfast, supper, transport on site, flights, instruction and equipment. It does not include insurance, lunch or spending money. For further information or to book a course contact us.