Professional Training
Instructor Courses · Sail & Powerboat · IYSA Certified
An IYSA instructor qualification allows you to do what you love and earn from it. IYSA offers three instructor-level courses — from Assistance Instructor to fully qualified Bareboat Skipper or Powerboat Skipper Instructor. Each programme develops teaching methodology, safety management, First Aid instruction and IYSA course delivery skills.
All instructor courses cover: theory & psychology of teaching · IYSA programme standards · First Aid methodology · vessel safety checks · practical cadet supervision.
Bareboat Skipper Assistance Instructor
Sail — assistant level
Pathway into IYSA instructor status. Assist a lead instructor during IYSA courses while building teaching experience and formal qualification.
Can teach / assist on:
Bareboat Skipper Sail Instructor
Sail — fully qualified
Fully qualified IYSA sailing instructor. Lead and certify students independently on IYSA sailing and entry-level powerboat programmes.
Can teach / assist on:
Powerboat Skipper Instructor
Powerboat — fully qualified
Fully qualified IYSA powerboat instructor. Lead and certify students on IYSA powerboat, PWC and VHF programmes independently.
Can teach / assist on:
IYSA Instructors are exempt from annual membership fees for the first five years of their instructor career. Upon passing theory and practical examinations the candidate is awarded IYSA Instructor status and may immediately begin teaching. Max 6 cadets per instructor during practical sessions.
Earn From Your Passion
Turn your sailing experience into a professional teaching career with internationally recognised credentials.
No Membership Fees
IYSA instructors pay no annual membership fees for the first five years of their instructor career.
International Recognition
IYSA certificates are accepted worldwide. Teach in Croatia, Turkey, Greece, Russia and beyond.
Structured Pathway
Clear progression from Assistance Instructor through Skipper Instructor to Trainer — grow with IYSA.
Teaching Methodology
Learn proven methods for theoretical and practical instruction, safety management and First Aid delivery.
IYSA Support
Direct support from IYSA central office for course registration, certification and cadet records.
Ready to Become an Instructor?
Contact IYSA to find an upcoming instructor training course near you.