Registration for this event closes at Sat 30 Aug 2025 09:30.
SG-Coach Level 1 Course (Full Integration)
Welcome to our coaching course, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to coach new sailors the basics of sailing/windsurfing/wingfoiling. This course covers the development of your coaching philosophy, fundamental sport science, and coaching methodologies.
Sailing Coach Pre-Requisites:
- Strong passion to share sailing knowledge and develop people
- Possess a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving license (PPCDL) and standard first aid with CPR & AED certification
- Proficient in sailing:
- Minimum Level 1 sailing dinghy proficiency
- Have basic understanding of the Racing Rules of Sailing (Part 2)
- On a single-handed dinghy, be able to:
- Sail all points of sail and trim sail accurately without veering off course
- Round marks in a seaman-like manner (perform the correct procedures and taking the correct rounding lines)
- Perform roll tacks and gybes
- Perform a man overboard rescue (within 2 attempts)
- Sail backwards for 10 seconds
Windsurfing Coach Pre-Requisites:
- Strong passion to share sailing knowledge and develop people
- Possess a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving license (PPCDL) and standard first aid with CPR & AED certification
- Proficient in windsurfing:
- Minimum Level 1 windsurfing proficiency
- Have basic understanding of the Racing Rules of Sailing (Part 2)
- On a windsurf, be able to:
- Sail all points of sail and trim sail accurately without veering off course
- Round marks in a seaman-like manner (perform the correct procedures and taking the correct rounding lines)
- Perform tacks and gybes
WingFoil Coach Pre-Requisites:
- Strong passion to share sailing knowledge and develop people
- Possess a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving license (PPCDL) and standard first aid with CPR & AED certification
- Proficient in wingfoiling:
- Have basic understanding of the Racing Rules of Sailing (Part 2)
- On a wingfoil, be able to:
- Sail all points of sail and trim sail accurately without veering off course
- Round marks in a seaman-like manner (perform the correct procedures and taking the correct rounding lines)
- Perform 2 consecutive foiling gybes
Module 0 – Administration Overview & Competency Assessment
Module 1 – Coaching Philosophy and Practices
Module 2 – Sport Development System
Module 3 – Racing Rules of Sailing
Module 4 – Safe Sport and Water Sport Safety
Module 5.1 – Anatomy and Physical Preparation
Module 5.2 – Strength and Conditioning (Children and Adult)
Module 6 – Biomechanics and Technical Skills (Science of Sailing)
Module 7 – Sport Nutrition
Module 8 – The Theories of Coaching
Module 9 – The Coaching Process
Module 10 – Building Positive Culture in my Sport
Module 11 – Coaching Fundamental Sailing Skills
Module 12 – Overall Assessment (scheduled approximately 1.5 months after module 11)
In addition to the modules stated in the course content, participants will be required to:
1) Complete e-learning modules via SportSync prior to the commencement of the course.
2) Undergo two attachment sessions (to be arranged with Coach Developer after attending the course). Attachments must be completed within one month after the conclusion of module 11 (coach fundamental sailing skills) and before module 12 (overall assessment)
3) Take the SG-Coach Theory Level 1 and Foundational Sports Science examinations at Republic Polytechnic (examination fees excluded in this course).
Exemption Information:
- You are required to provide your SportSync ID during the registration process. If you do not have a SportSync ID, kindly register with SportSync beforehand.
- Participants with the following certifications may request for exemption of examinations:
- SG-Coach Theory Level 1 / NCAP Theory Level 1
- Basic / Foundational Sport Science
- Sports-Related Degrees or Diplomas
Registration Information:
- A minimum of 3 participants are required for the course to be run.
- To faciliate course administration, registration will close 2 weeks prior to the commencement of the course. No exceptions will be made.
Course Fees (Examination Fees Excluded)
Standard |
$1080 (incl. GST) |
Possess EITHER
SG-Coach Theory Level 1 / NCAP Theory (or Technical) Level 1
OR
Basic Sport Science / Foundational Sport Science Certification
|
$864 |
Possess SG-Coach Theory Level 1 / NCAP Theory (or Technical) Level 1
AND
Basic Sport Science / Foundational Sport Science Certification
|
$540 |
Students of Institutes of Higher Learning or NS Servicemen |
$680 |
Current full SG-Coach Level 1 certified coach in Sailing / Windsurfing / Wingfoiling and intending to be certified for another pathway class (i.e., Sailing / Windsurfing / Wingfoiling) |
$200 |
Southeast Asian / Asian / Olympic Games Medallist |
$150 |
To support the growth of WingFoil coaching in Singapore, the Singapore Sailing Federation has introduced the WingFoil Coach Pilot Scheme under the SG-Coach Level 1 Course. This initiative aims to address key barriers limiting the expansion of the WingFoil coaching pool — namely, concerns over course costs and the need to increase WingFoil coaching in Singapore.
To be eligible for this scheme, interested coaches must:
- Register for the SG-Coach Level 1 Course and make full payment of the course fee.
- Obtain endorsement from your club’s Programme Manager to support your registration.
- Notify the Singapore Sailing Federation of your interest in the scheme via the survey link here: https://www.sailing.org.sg/surveys/8079
- Attend the SG-Coach Level 1 Course.
- Within 1 year of course completion, fulfil both of the following requirements:
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Upon meeting the above requirements, the Singapore Sailing Federation will reimburse the full course fee.
Note: This scheme is a pilot initiative and will be reviewed in 2026 to assess its effectiveness in developing the WingFoil coaching community.
For more information or any other questions, please email the Singapore Sailing Federation at info@singaporesailing.org.sg