Course Overview

Deliver SUP Pilates sessions at flat water locations, in waist deep water, no more than 50 metres from shore.

Qualified to teach at SUP Pilates locations, defined as:

• inland waters or coastal locations with flat water, no swell or breaking waves, minimal or no wind

• water depth no more than 4ft  (standing depth)

• no more than 50 metres from shore

• paddling less than 50 metres to get to the SUP pilates activity area

• Stand Up Paddle Pilates Instructor.

• Industry job roles that require SUP Pilates knowledge (e.g. marketing, sales, retail).

• SUP pilates safety, risk management covering weather, water, equipment and client risks and hazards

• SUP pilates equipment  - boards, anchoring systems, accessories

• Laws and regulations

• Pilates poses modified for SUP and onboard sessions

• A library of SUP pilates exercises 

• Providing feedback and SUP pilates technique correction

• SUP pilates session plans and sequences, set up, and ready to use in your own classes.

• Gaining and maintaining clients – SUP pilates marketing and business skills

• Basic SUP Rescue skills and basic SUP Paddle techniques

Before starting this course:

• hold a Level 3 Pilates Instructor Certificate or equivalent

• have participated in, or practiced on your own, a minimum of 10 hours of SUP pilates sessions.

• a minimum of 20 hours on water SUP paddling experience.

• able to paddle a SUP board with confidence

• English speaking skills  (online courses have translation).

It’s great to have flexible learning options!  With the choice to ensure you get the most out of your learning experience.

Workshop: 
Ideal for people who like to complete most of the course requirements at the workshop and interact with the trainer.

• Face to face training with highly qualified ASI Trainers, the best in the industry.

• Complete most course requirements at the workshop.

• Held in great locations throughout the world.

• Duration: 2 days, plus 1-2 hours post workshop test, plus 8 hours practical experience.

• Included - online reference manuals - SUP Wise Intensiv (skills) & SUP Water Safety Rescue

Online Learning:
Ideal for people who are already experienced or would like flexibility to complete their training.

• Work at your own pace.

• Using ASI's e-learning platform with access to training manuals, videos, reference materials and assessments.

• Included - online reference manuals - SUP Wise Intensiv (skills) & SUP Water Safety Rescue

• Can obtain additional coaching with face to face support from ASI Technical Coaches / ASI Accredited Schools.

• Duration: approx. 30 hours plus 10 hours practical experience.

Face to face (in-person) training. Complete most course requirements at the workshop.  

Duration:  2 days. 

What We Provide

• ASI SUP Pilates Instructor manual (paper manual and online manual)

• ASI SUP Wise Intensiv (skills) online manual

• ASI SUP Water Safety Rescue online manual

• SUP Pilates Instruction Logbook (paper)

• ASI membership for 12 months.

• 1 free re-assessment

At workshop:

• Complete theory assessments and exercises & practice on water.

• Practice SUP paddle skills and SUP rescues

• Demonstrate ability to perform SUP pilates exercises with safety.

• Demonstrate ability to prepare the class - enter the water, anchoring, organise group ready to start the session.

• Demonstrate ability to conduct SUP Pilates class with correct sequencing, techniques and safety.

After workshop:

• Complete multi-choice online tests - SUP Pilates Instructor, SUP Rescue and SUP Wise Intensiv

• Complete 10 hours of practical experience (2 hours signed off in workshop).
  Assisting in the delivery of SUP Pilates sessions at an ASI accredited SUP school or other approved SUP school. Submit logbook of hours and declaration signed by SUP school owner.
  Alternative practical hours experience is available if no ASI school nearby to you.
  Recognition of previous SUP pilates instruction experience can be accepted.

Other:

• Submit your Pilates Instructor Certificate

• Submit a current senior first aid certificate Acceptable First Aid certificates

• Submit identification

Note: First Aid Certificate can be provided before or after workshop or within 12 months of enrolment. 

Time to Complete: You have 12 months to complete all course requirements.

Study in your own time with ASI's e-learning platform. Upload videos to demonstrate skills. 

What We Provide

• SUP Pilates Instructor online manual

• ASI SUP Wise Intensiv (skills) online manual

• ASI SUP Water Safety Rescue online manual

• Downloadable SUP Pilates Instructor logbook (for practical hours)

• ASI membership for 12 months.

• 1 free assessment plus 1 free reassessment

Course Requirements

• Read online manual, view videos, complete exercises.
  

• Submit video demonstrating ability to perform SUP Pilates exercises with safety.  (10 mins video)

• Submit video demonstrating ability to prepare the class - enter the water, anchoring, organise group ready to start the session. (10-15 mins video)

• Submit video demonstrating ability to conduct class with correct sequencing, techniques and safety. (10-15 mins video)

• Complete multi-choice online tests - SUP Pilates Instructor, SUP Rescue and SUP Wise Intensiv

• Complete 10 hours practical experience.
  Assisting in the delivery of SUP Pilates sessions at an ASI accredited SUP school or other approved SUP school. Submit logbook of hours and declaration signed by SUP school owner.
  Alternative practical hours experience is available if no ASI school nearby to you.

  Recognition of previous SUP yoga teaching experience can be accepted.

Other:

• Submit your Pilates Teaching Certificate (at time of enrolment)

• Submit a current senior first aid certificate Acceptable First Aid certificates

• Submit identification

The following equipment and clothing is required to complete the training:

• SUP flat water SUP board, paddle, coiled leash

• SUP clothing suitable for SUP Pilates

• Computer or mobile phone to access SUP Wise Intensiv and SUP Rescue online reference manuals

In addition, for the Online learning option:   

• Video camera or mobile phone to take video of practical skills and submit online 

• 2 x persons to be your clients 

• Anchoring system

ASI SUP Pilates Instructor certificate
Valid for 12 months

Each year, Instructors renew their ASI SUP Pilates Instructor certificate.   
More about renewal requirements

Prior Qualifications: Hold a minimum Level 3 Pilates Teacher certification (or similar).

SUP Experience: You should have at least 20 hours on water paddling experience.

SUP Pilates Experience: You should have attended SUP Pilates sessions or practiced on your own for at least 10 hours.

Time to Complete: You have 12 months to complete all course requirements. 

Assessment Fees:  If you use up your free assessments, additional resubmissions are available for a small fee. Fees

Read more at: SUP Instructor Course FAQ's