Note: The NSYA will be continuing with implementation of the new CYA Learn to Sail Instructor Program in 2010. 

Any, questions, please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at the NSYA office 
(902) 425-5450 ext 312.
For a diagram of the new Instructor Program 
click here .

Learn to Race Instructor Course
May be offered in Spring 2010

 2010 Course Information & Dates

Instructor Clinics are comprised of 4 components.
1 - Tune Up/Pro D weekend
2 - Sailing Fundamental Course (theory in the classroom)
3 - Technical Course (on-water coaching)
4 - In-field Evaluation (real setting evaluation of coaching skills)

You must complete the Tune Up Day and Fundamental Course (in any order) prior to attending the Technical Course.

Tune Up / Professional Development Weekend 
This weekend is a way for the Learning Facilitators to ensure that you can still sail at the pre-requisite level (Bronze 4 for White Sail Coaches, and Bronze 5 for Bronze Sail Coaches). You'll also received professional development training in Safety, Running an Effective Program and more.
All candidates must attend the weekend.

Fundamental Course
The Sailing Fundamental Course is the new Theory component designed specifically for sailing coaches and instructors. NSYA is the only organization to offer this course. If you took this course in 2004, 2008, or 2009 you do not need to take it again. This course never expires and is the foundation for all CYA Instructor courses. It replaces the old NCCP Theory Part A and Part B courses. If you have the Part A and/or Part B course you are still required to take the Fundamental Course.

Technical Course
This 3 day course is where your dryland and on-water coaching skills are evaluated by the Learning Facilitators.

Below you will find pre-requisites for the White Sail Coach & Bronze Sail Coach levels

If you have any questions, please contact Frank Denis, NSYA Executive Director at (902) 425-5450 ext 312.

White Sail Coach Level

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be a trained Canadian Yachting Association White Sail Instructor qualified to teach up to the White Sail 3 level. Trained status expires one year after the clinic and if you would like to continue to teach sailing next summer, you will be need to successfully complete an evaluation of your White Sail coaching skills with a certified CYA Evaluator.

Pre-Requisites

- Minimum of 16 years of age before teaching
- First Aid; minimum Emergency level - Must be Current 
- - Swimming Award: RLSS Boat Rescue or Bronze Medallion - Must be Current. Boat Rescue Course Information
- Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card - MUST HAVE BEFORE START OF COURSE 
- Bronze 4 Sailing Certificate - MUST HAVE  BEFORE START OF COURSE 
- Sailing Fundamental Course - This course is included in the Instructors Course if you don't already have it.
 

Certification Requirements

- Successful completion of the Make Ethical Decisions online evaluation found athttp://nccpeval.coach.ca/production/med/e/default.asp
- Successful completion of the White Sail Coach evaluation with a certified CYA Evaluator

Bronze Sail Coach Level

Upon successful completion of this level, candidates will be trained (qualified) to teach Bronze 4 & Bronze 5 levels (but not White Sail 1-3). Trained status expires one year after the clinic and if you would like to continue to teach sailing next summer, you will be need to successfully complete an evaluation of your Bronze Sail coaching skills with a certified CYA Evaluator.

Pre-Requisites 

- Minimum of 16 years of age before teaching 
- First Aid; minimum Emergency level - Must be current - 
- Swimming Award: Boat Rescue Course Information or Bronze Medallion - Must be current 
- Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card 
- Bronze 5 Sailing Certificate - MUST HAVE  BEFORE START OF COURSE 
- Sailing Fundamental Course  

Certification Requirements

- Successful completion of the Make Ethical Decisions online evaluation found athttp://nccpeval.coach.ca/production/med/e/default.asp
- Successful completion of the Bronze Sail Coach evaluation with a certified CYA Evaluator

For more information, contact:

Frank Denis                                                                   
NSYA Executive Director                              
425-5450 ext. 312                                          
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