SBSS Instructor Course FAQs
How long is the course?
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5 days - full attendance required
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Who is the trainer?
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An Irish Sailing Instructor Trainer - listed HERE
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How long does the qualificaiton last?
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3 years from the end of the course
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Where can I work?
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In any Irish Sailing recognised small boat sailing scheme training centre / club
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How much does it cost?
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Costs vary in different organisations
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Where are the courses run?
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In an Irish Sailing Recognised Training centres / club
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How do I book a place?
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Bookings are made directly with the club / centre
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When are the courses run?
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Courses can be run year round but are most commonly run during school holidays ...
- Easter
- Early June
- Ocober mid-term
See a list of all currently scheduled courses HERE
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What powerboat qualification and experience do I need?
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- An Irish Sailing National Powerboat certificate
- Endorsed for both tiller and console controls
- plus 20 powerboating hours logged follow certification
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What if I already hold a different Irish Sailing Instructor qualification?
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You can do a conversion course ...
- 2 day conversion for any of the SBSS instructors to convert to another SBSS Instructor e.g. Dinghy to Keelboat, Keelboat to Dinghy
- 3 day conversion for a Powerboat or Windsurfing Instructors to an SBSS Instructor
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If your questions are not answered, please email training@sailing.ie