Instructor training

YNZ survey - results show a lot of room for windsurfing development

Results of Yachting NZ biannual survey have been published. WNZ managed to get one question on windsurfing included and the results show significant potential for development. Total membership is down, but many those that run Learn to sail programmes have gained new members, and with only 2 out of 85 clubs that responded offering windsurfing there's plenty of scope to use windsurfing to grow membership. Read on for more details and to download the full survey results.

WNZ extends it's sympathy to Ken Kingsbury and family

I have just received a sad message from Ken Kingsbury to say his wife Elizabeth has passed away after a long illness. I had the opportunity to spend time with Ken and his wife when I attended a 5 day windsurfing instructors course in Rotorua - Ken was at that time the WNZ Chief Instructor and ran a windsurfing school on the edge of the lake. I well remember their hospitality at the time - and we met up again a few years ago in Rarotonga where they moved later. Our sympathy goes out to Ken and his sons Guy and Simon, and if anyone would like to contact them please contact me for Kens email address.

Windsurfing Instructors Course (Basic 2 day) - Queenstown

Tue 13 Dec 2011 - Wed 14 Dec 2011

Queenstown

This is an 18 hour course. There will be a short session on the Monday evening and then all day Tues and Wed. This allows full content of course to be learned and practiced thoroughly before Instructors gain their qualification and teach 'real' students, and for the course timetable to be tailored to make the best of the weather and tide conditions.

Windsurfing Instructors Course

Mon 19 Dec 2011 - Wed 21 Dec 2011

Wellington

Monday evening start then two full days, Basic Instructor course. See attached pdf for details.

ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES REGULATIONS have been approved by cabinet

Cabinet has approved regulations to improve safety in the commercial adventure tourism and outdoor education industries, which will come into effect on 1 November 2011. The regulations sit under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 requiring commercial adventure tourism and outdoor education operators in New Zealand who provide activities that are designed to deliberately expose participants to a managed risk of serious harm, to undergo a safety audit and be registered.

WNZ INSTRUCTORS TWO DAY TRAINING COURSE

Sat 12 Nov 2011 - Sun 13 Nov 2011

Auckland

WNZ INSTRUCTORS TWO DAY TRAINING COURSE = BASIC INSTRUCTOR.
Date/Venue: 15/16 October 2011 Auckland. Master Instructor, Pete Smith
Cost:$350
For further details contact 0274 845010 akwindsurf@gmail.com
Registration form and details can be downloaded below soon

INTRODUCTION
This is an 18 hour course. This allows full content of course to be learned and practiced thoroughly before Instructors gain their qualification and teach 'real' students, and for the course timetable to be tailored to make the best of the weather and tide conditions.

Windsurfing Instructor Course

Sat 15 Oct 2011 - Mon 17 Oct 2011

Dunedin

WNZ INSTRUCTORS TWO DAY TRAINING COURSE = BASIC INSTRUCTOR.
Date/Venue: 15/16 October 2011 Dunedin. Master Instructor, Sue Bradley
Cost:$350
For further details contact Sue Bradley 027 640 8596
Registration form and details can be downloaded below

INTRODUCTION
This is an 18 hour course. This allows full content of course to be learned and practiced thoroughly before Instructors gain their qualification and teach 'real' students, and for the course timetable to be tailored to make the best of the weather and tide conditions.

WNZ Instructor 2 day course

Tue 11 Oct 2011 - Wed 12 Oct 2011

Tauranga

Cost: $350 Date: 11-12th Oct
Master Instructor: Peter Head Venue: TYPBC, Tauranga
INTRODUCTION
This is an 18 hour course which runs from 9-6pm on both days each day (times may vary to suit the progress of the group). This allows full content of course to be learned and practiced thoroughly before Instructors gain their qualification and teach 'real' students, and for the course timetable to be tailored to make the best of the weather and tide conditions.
The course is based on the RYA teaching system, but has been simplified for New Zealand conditions, and uses a teaching method developed here which has proven effective. It is recognised and encouraged by YachtingNZ.

Jobs and training opportunities. Pt Chev, Timaru, Torbay, Learn to sail

Teenage Coaching Positions at Point Chevalier. Sailing Coach wanted in Timaru. Coaches wanted on Auckland’s North Shore - Torbay Sailing Club, Northcote Birkenhead Yacht Club. Train to deliver Learn-to-Sail.

Become a Windsurfing NZ certified windsurfing instructor for free?

Windsurfing NZ Instructor certification is possible by attending one of our courses, and with an instructors certificate you can apply for holiday jobs, while travelling overseas or here in NZ. You could get funded for this by winning an AMP scholarship - They’re looking for Kiwis with outstanding passion, commitment and potential, as well as a clear vision for making it happen. It’s also important to have a step-by-step plan for just how you’re going to get there too. Course costs vary and have not been set for the next season, so if you apply for $500 you should be covered. Whats to lose? http://www.doyourthing.co.nz