Elite SUP Instructor Training Programs Lead by Misty
Most don’t think of paddle boarding as a hard sport, its fun and awesome full - body workout in the water and sun.
Few people get any guidance or proper instruction from a knowledgable guide. Even though its a super fun sport, it can turn dangerous quickly. Lots of people can do it but that doesn’t mean they know how to do it safely & effectively.
FlatWater 1 Paddle Board Certification
SUP strokes & effective technique
Water safety, which covers, among other things, emergency preparedness and rescue techniques
On-water group management and communication
Leadership skills
Teaching concepts and techniques
How to teach the basic elements of stand up paddling
Approaches to teaching students of varying ages, abilities, skill levels, and limitations
Lesson formats and preparation
Methods of teaching basic paddling techniques
SUP gear and equipment overview
This course covers the skills needed to teach both a 1 and 2 hour basic SUP class confidently and safely.
- Beginners. You should have solid SUP skills.
ASK ABOUT CLINICS IF YOUR ARE NOT READY!
*This not a beginner course. Should have a strong paddle skills and experience.
- Weather is always another aspect of the weekend, we will make arrangements for any rain or storms on the weekend.
Flat Water Certification 1 and SUP Yoga certifications.
June 27 - 29, 2025
CURRICULUM
Flatwater1 is a two day paddle only training that covers technique, safety, teaching skills and business guidelines. Training covers material from PSUPA manual.
SUP Yoga training is combined with Flatwater 1 material and how to lead asana on the water. Training covers material from PSUPA manual.
*Early Bird Rate - $870 until 4/1/25
$930 tuition includes
+ Flatwater 1 certification & SUP Yoga certification
+ Digital manuals from PSUPA ( Flatwater 1 & SUP Yoga)
+ PSUPA instructor benefits including business listing, pro discounts, and more.
Training can be separated from each other too! See below for details on single trainings.
Instructor Training Combo Online and In Person
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Flatwater1 is a two day paddle only training that covers technique, safety, teaching skills and business guidelines. Training covers material from PSUPA manual.
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After the Flatwater 1 program, we can continue on to SUP yoga training. Learn how to transform your skills from yoga on land to the board. Caring for students and equipment setups.
This is a sign up for the SUP Yoga training portion only. SUP Yoga training is combined with Flatwater 1 material and how to lead asana on the water. Training covers material from PSUPA manual.
Requirements
+ PSUPA membership
+ Flatwater 1 certification
+ Current CPR & First Aid certification
+ 200 HR yoga certification (or current enrollment)
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This way you can start your certification wherever you live, at any time of the year, and practice before meeting in person. The online learning model is accessible at anytime after receiving payment. Allowing you to study at your own pace, and refresh your learning after the certification. SUP rental equipment is included, or if preferred, students can bring their own equipment.
Certification will cover all the PSUPA standard essentials to help you develop and improve your SUP teaching and business skills. Training including water safety, different water types and presenting skills for others to learn.
2 Online meetings before meeting in person. In person count for a half day to cover on the water skills, including water safety, paddle technique, and teaching others.
Please request more information on training through Zoom & videos.
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Please reach out to organize your recertification in Flatwater or River training.
Misty is a SUP professional through PSUPA - Professional Stand Up Paddle Association
Training will be in Sylvan Lake, MI.
Renting a SUP for the training is extra in the cost of training.
Jump start training online and finish water portion in person.
Please message for details. Misty 248-480-6080 or Email