Surf Instructor

Location
Bilaj Aljazayer
Workplace
On-site

About this role

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Role:

Surf Instructor

Location:

Bahrain Surf Park, Bilaj Al Jazayer

Reporting to:

Head of Surf Instructors

 


YOU ARE PART OF WHAT WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

 

Our Vision at Bahrain Surf Park is to bring surfing to the nation, and develop passion for health, wellbeing and fun through Waves for All.  We will attract visitors from all continents, growing Bahrain’s surf and beach culture, and act as a catalyst to establish Bahrain not only as the Premier Surf Destination of the Middle East, but as a leading destination for fun - with Water, Waves and Surfing at our core.

 

We will create smiles, happiness, and wellbeing through safe fun activities for all backgrounds, abilities and generations, now and into the future.

 

 


OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE

 

Under the supervision of the Head of Surf Instructors, you will be responsible for welcoming and assisting Bahrain Surf Park guests, ensuring they enjoy a safe, engaging, and memorable surfing experience.

As a Surf Instructor, you will deliver high-quality surf lessons and sessions adapted to each guest’s skill level, from beginners discovering the basics to advanced surfers refining their technique.

With an open and friendly personality, you will create a positive learning environment, manage group dynamics and stress situations effectively, and provide excellent guest service tailored to everyone’s needs and objectives. Your passion for surfing and ability to teach with clarity and enthusiasm will help inspire guests to progress and build confidence in the water.

 


 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Supervise and coach all types of guests: children, teenagers, adults, people with disabilities, schools, and private groups
  • Conduct group lessons and sessions, private coaching sessions, and introductory classes according to the surf park’s standards and safety protocols
  • Deliver advanced coaching sessions for experienced surfers (depending on qualification and experience)
  • Ensure proper use, maintenance, and organization of surf equipment and facilities
  • Provide clear, encouraging, and personalized feedback to guests to help them progress
  • Provide an amazing overall guest experience
  • Assist with guest orientation, including equipment fitting, safety briefings, and surf theory explanations 
  • Support the operations team during peak periods and contribute to the smooth running of daily sessions 
  • Maintain a professional, friendly, and welcoming attitude, always representing the surf park’s values
  • Participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and continuous improvement of surf coaching methods
  • Work extended periods of time, including weekends, school and public holidays
  • Direct contact with visitors in day-to-day activities

 

 


 Qualifications

 

ü  Valid surf instructor certification (ISA Level 1 or national equivalent required; higher levels preferred) 

ü  Valid First Aid and Surf Rescue certification (ILS, SLSGB, SLSA or equivalent)

 

Experience

 

ü  Proven experience as a surf coach or instructor, ideally in a wave pool or structured surf school environment

ü  Experience in a leisure resort, surf resort or hospitality setting is a plus

ü  Experience or familiarity with Middle East environment and culture is a plus

ü  Previous experience in a surf park or artificial wave environment is a strong plus

 

Professional Skills&Attributes

 

ü  Ability to adapt teaching style to all ages and abilities, including complete beginners and adaptive surfers

ü  Team player with great people skills, with a proactive attitude and ability to motivate and inspire guests

ü  Must have tact and discretion in dealing both with visitors and colleagues 

 

Personal Qualities

 

ü  A strong desire to get people active and improve accessibility and inclusivity for all

ü  Committed to working early mornings, later nights, weekends and holidays as required when the site is at its busiest

ü  Fluent English is required (B2 minimum), Arabic a plus (highly desirable)  

ü  Physically fit, safety-conscious, and able to stay focused in a dynamic environment

 

 


Benefits and Perks

 

  • Competitive salary with career growth opportunities 
  • Shared accommodation available for the team
  • Unique workplace only meters from the ocean 
  • Access to surf sessions in a world-class Wavegarden facility
  • Professional uniform provided (rash vest, sunglasses, boardshorts, t-shirt, hoodie, wetsuit)
  • Be part of a dynamic, multicultural team pioneering surf culture in a new region
  • Share the health and lifestyle benefits of surfing with the local community
  • Join a new and exciting growing industry
  • Medical insurance, holiday allowance (as per Bahraini Law)
  • Staff discounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOW YOU DO IT:

Our Team Culture depends on all our team pulling together, and competencies and behaviours matter.  Through our performance appraisal process, the Senior Management Team at Bahrain Surf Park is committed to supporting you to behave and perform according to our values.

 

Waves for All:   
We are inclusive in everything we do.  We nurture everyone from the complete novice to expert surfer and all in between. We do this with equal respect for everyone, and without judgement.  We champion diversity.  We have integrity and are genuine.  We do what we say we will do and do it in a way that aligns with our values – every minute of every day.  We deliver ‘Waves for all’ through positive interactions with our guests and strive to get it right first time.

 

Bringing the Aloha Spirit to Bahrain:

We love and respect Hawaii - the birthplace of surfing - and we embrace their Aloha Spirit in everything we do. Our positive work environment and culture embodies at its core a unique, nurturing and compassionate essence which promotes kindness, understanding & harmony among people, regardless of their background or beliefs.

 

Vitality:

We support each other because everyone matters.  People are our business, define who we are and what we are. We care.  We work collaboratively as one team, sharing ideas, knowledge and insight to achieve our common purpose. We have the knowledge, skills, enthusiasm and passion to make a difference to everyone around us.  We do things ‘The BSP Way’.  We recruit with Attitude in Mind. Our people-centric culture drives everything we do, and underpins the way our guests feel about us, resulting in our ultimate business success.

 

We Strive for Excellence:

We do everything to the best of our ability and never accept second best.  Our first priority is SAFETY.  We are resourceful and create the best possible experience for our guests and our BSP team.  We look for new ways of doing things, embrace change and overcome difficulties through Teamwork and open and honest communication.

 

Creating Smiles:

Everything we do and how we do it is about creating safe and memorable experiences for our guests. We are a SMILE FACTORY!  J Our passion is to ensure everyone who visits Bahrain Surf Park has THE BEST experience and shares the joy with their friends and family, and wants to return again and again…     and again..    

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Top Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Shared accommodation
  • Access to surf sessions
  • Professional uniform
  • Medical insurance
  • Holiday allowance
  • Staff discounts