We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to complete your practical work experience and training at Discovery Surf School. As a Surfing England-recognised training provider, we offer a vast range of lessons and courses, making us the perfect place to develop your coaching skills. Whether you are looking to build hands-on experience or teach others, Discovery is here to support you every step of the way.
Discovery has been operating since 2002, instructor courses for over 15 years, and forerunners of surf coaching videos, as producers of the internationally best selling instructional videos; 110% Surfing Techniques.



Learn from one of England's top coaches Jess Harvey. Jess is a Surfing England Trainer/Assessor, and Sport England strength & Conditioning coach. Jess is also a Discovery Surf School Manager and coach. She will be able to support you through the online learning, develop your practical coaching skills and help you grow into a competent and knowledgable surf coach.
Become a certified Surfing England Surf Instructor and take your passion for surfing to the next level. The Surfing England Recreational Award course combines online learning with in-person practical work experience, culminating in both formative and summative assessments.



• Theory: Approximately 10 hours of online theory, which can be completed at your own pace.
• Practical Training: Approximately 20 hours, with a full-day session scheduled for Monday 24th June 2025, followed by supervised training hours until formative and assessments are complete and you are ready for your summative assessment.
You can begin the online course right away, but to complete and earn your Surfing England Instructor certification, you must meet the following requirements:
Demonstrate a Minimum Level of Surfing Ability:
- Able to paddle out and turtle roll
- Catch green waves, bottom turn, and trim left and right
- Hold an up-to-date Beach Lifeguard or Surf Coach Rescue and Safety Award or complete a course prior to the practical training day.
- Complete an Online Safeguarding Course: Either the Surfing England Safeguarding Course or the NSPCC Safeguarding in Sport online module.
If this course is of interest to you or if you would like to find out more. Please don't hesitate to contact Martin, Annika or Jess.
Phone/message: 07813 639622
Email: martin@discoverysurf.com