Sailing Instructor Training Level 2

Requirements for Level 2 Certification

• Successful completion of the internship
• Full submission of all required documents to the VDWS office:
  • Internship documents
  • Proof of First Aid course
  • Proof of DLRG Bronze or VDWS Rescue certificat

Focus of the internship

The internship focuses on gaining teaching experience and performing teaching activities, mainly under the supervision of an instructor. The goal is to experience the multifaceted nature of the profession as a watersports instructor. All progress and experiences will be documented in the VDWS internship logbook.

Duration

At least 100 hours (approximately 21 days)

Location

VDWS-accredited internship school

Contents:

• Analysis of Teaching Units:
  • Examining the characteristics of training areas, local conditions, wind and climate conditions, water and shore characteristics, as well as the equipment and facilities of the school.
• Own Teaching Practice:
  • Planning, conducting, and reflecting on teaching attempts in consultation with the supervising instructor, considering the previously analyzed conditions.
• Support in School Operations:
  • Taking on tasks such as office work, repairs, rescue operations, and assisting in the rental operation.
• Guest Support at Events:
  • Assisting with events such as travel events, test weeks, or other activities at the internship school.
• Working with the VDWS Licensing System:
  • Preparing and evaluating exams
  • Issuing basic icenses and registering them in the VDWS checkpoint

Additional Required documents for Level 2

• First Aid Certificate:
  • Not older than 2 years
  • Duration: At least 8 hours or 9 teaching units (UE)
• VDWS Rescue, DLRG Bronze Lifeguard or a comparable certificate