ISA Surf Instructor Courses In Mentawai Resorts & Optional Boat Charter Courses Indonesia

Ready to swap the ordinary for ocean sunrises and a life spent chasing waves?

At Outer Reef Surf Instructor Academy, we deliver ISA surf instructor training in Indonesia’s legendary Mentawai Islands, combining professional coaching qualifications with world‑class waves and immersive surf travel experiences. This is more than a course — it’s a pathway into the global surf industry.

Train in one of the world’s most iconic surf destinations, learn from ISA‑certified coaches with over a decade of international instructor training experience, and join a global community of surfers committed to turning passion into profession.

ISA Surf Instructor Training in the Mentawais

Outer Reef offers internationally recognised ISA Level 1 and Level 2 surf instructor certifications, delivered through immersive, intensive programs designed for aspiring and experienced surf coaches.

Our training programs combine:

• ISA Level 1 & Level 2 Surf Coaching Certification

• Surf lifesaving qualification and revalidation

• Real‑world coaching experience in high‑quality surf

• Small group mentoring with expert instructors

Whether you’re starting your surf coaching career or upgrading existing qualifications, our programs provide everything you need in one unforgettable location.

Choose the training environment that best suits your learning style and surf goals. Both options deliver the same professional certifications, coaching standards, and access to world‑class waves.

Option Two: Resort‑Based Surf Instructor Training

Complete your ISA surf instructor certification from our Mentawai surf resort.

Enjoy the comfort and consistency of land‑based accommodation while training at reliable, high‑quality breaks located near the resort. This option balances professional development with recovery, routine, and comfort.

What’s Included:

• 7‑day intensive ISA Level 1 & Level 2 instructor training

• Resort‑based accommodation in the Mentawai Islands

• Daily surf coaching and assessment sessions

• Full meals provided

• ISA‑certified instructors and examiners

• Surf lifesaving qualification and revalidation

This pathway is ideal for surfers who prefer structured schedules and consistent training environments without sacrificing wave quality.

Option One: Boat‑Based Surf Instructor Training

Train aboard a premium surf charter in the Mentawai Islands.

Our boat‑based ISA instructor course gives you access to 20+ remote surf breaks, allowing you to coach and train in uncrowded, high‑quality conditions rarely experienced from land.

What’s Included:

• 7‑day combined ISA Level 1 & Level 2 surf instructor course

• Boat‑based accommodation aboard a premium surf charter

• Daily access to multiple world‑class reef breaks

• All meals onboard

• ISA‑certified coaching and assessment

• Surf lifesaving qualification and revalidation

This option is ideal for surfers seeking maximum wave exposure, adventure, and flexibility, all while completing professional surf instructor training.

Start Your Surf Instructor Journey

If you’re ready to gain internationally recognised qualifications while surfing some of the best waves on the planet, Outer Reef Surf Instructor Academy is your next step.

We offer a range of intensive surf and lifeguard courses to suit every level and schedule. Our 1-week intensive Surf & Lifeguard Award is perfect for beginners looking to gain essential skills quickly. For those aiming to become professional instructors, we run 3-week intensive Surf Instructor courses that combine surf development at the same time your training for your lifeguard qualifications, available in the Bali, Jave and the Mentawai Island. If you want a more personal development program, we offer 4, 8, and 12-week courses in Bali and Sri Lanka and Morocco, with a 2-week course also available in Java, giving you the chance to train, travel, and gain internationally recognised qualifications.