A series of focus groups were organised at the end of 2011 where the ISA met with Instructors, Senior Instructors and Managers from all disciplines of ISA Training Centres. Upon discussion with both Instructors and Instructors Trainers it was agreed that the previous Instructor Conference format was not delivering adequate revalidation standards. Based on these findings the ISA revamped the revalidation process.

The ISA now provides revalidation weekends on an annual basis which gives instructors the opportunity to practice their skills with coaching from peers and Trainers alike. It is a more hands on approach to revalidation. These revalidation weekends ensure that standards of instruction are maintained as well as an opportunity for instructors to meet. Instructors do not have to attend two conferences in one year and therefore can stagger their attendance. Remember that even if in date, ISA Instructor qualifications are only valid when the holder also has a current Emergency Care certificate. Instructors can still revalidate by upskilling or doing a day with a Trainer.

	Attend A Revalidation Weekend . We have organised 5 instructor revalidation weekends in the three main disciplines Sailing, Windsurfing and Powerboating. They will help instructor brush up on their teaching skills and background knowledge.
	Undertake a revalidation day with an Instructor Trainer. To do this you will need to contact a trainer directly. See here for a list of Trainers Contact Details.
	Upgrade your qualification. By upgrading your qualification to a more advanced or senior qualification you automatically will revalidate your original instructor certificate. There are a number of great courses on offer from Advanced Powerboat Instructor Courses, Kites & Wires Courses and the Go! With Style Instructor Courses.   You can search for an endorsement course below.