Course Requirements
Here is what to expect in the PIF Online Certification Course + In Person Skills Testing
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You should be a proficient swimmer (able to swim 25 yards) and be comfortable doing water sports. It is recommended that you have at least one year of SUP experience
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Even though we will cover water safety, first aid, and lifeguard techniques, and you will submit videos demonstrating these skills, it is recommended to go through a full lifeguard training course. It is not required, but very useful!
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Complete the Paddle Into Fitness course! Read all the course notes, look at the photo How To's, watch the videos, and pass all the quizzes. Pass the WPA Level 1 Test and PIF Final Test.
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Submit the required videos on board rescues, advanced stroke technique, pivot turns, and the signature PIF beginner lesson. Your stroke and pivot turn doesn't need to be perfect, we want to see where you are at, and help you progress!
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Book your IN PERSON skills testing with Gillian in California or at any of our Master Trainer locations, at any time for your convenience.
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Upload your CPR/AED & First Aid Certificates. Read through the post certification notes, submit your photo for the ambassador page, purchase insurance, and look for your certificate in the mail!
Course curriculum
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1
Welcome to Paddle Into Fitness
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Introduction: Message from Gillian Gibree
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About Paddle Into Fitness
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Course Requirements
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2
The Sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding
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History of Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
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SUP Apparel
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Types of Boards
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Choosing a Paddle
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Other Equipment
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Equipment Video
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Equipment Quiz
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3
Water Safety
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Stand Up Paddleboard Safety
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Water Regulations
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Ocean Safety
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River Safety
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Emergency Situations and Rescues
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Emergency Treatment Guidelines
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Spinal Injuries
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Other Emergencies
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Water Safety Quiz
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Water Safety Submission
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4
Beginner Stand Up Paddleboard Instruction
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Getting Started
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Beginner Stroke Technique & Turn
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Teaching a Beginner Lesson
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Beginner Lesson Video
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Beginner Lesson Teaching Cheat Card
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Beginner Lesson Submission
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5
Advanced Stroke Technique & Turns
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Advanced Stroke Technique
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Advanced Stroke Video
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Advanced Turns
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Advanced Turns Video
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Advanced Stroke & Turns Submission
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Timed Mile Submission
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6
Business of SUP
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Business of SUP Yoga & Fitness
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Internet Marketing
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7
Quizzes and Course Completion
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WPA Quiz
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Paddle Into Fitness Test
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Post Training Information
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CPR/AED/First Aid Submission
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Ambassador Listing Submission
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Ambassador Location and Address
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Feedback Form
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