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Sailing Instructor Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Segellehrer/in

The training to become a Sailing Instructor is a specialized course, with its content and process regulated by internal rules of associations or training providers. Exact admission requirements, the duration of the training, and the final qualification titles can vary depending on the provider. It prepares you to safely and pedagogically teach sailing knowledge and techniques.

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What you do

  • Teaching sailing theory and practice to students
  • Ensuring the safety of course participants on the water
  • Planning and conducting sailing courses for various age groups
  • Maintenance and care of sailboats and equipment
  • Assessing students' learning progress and adapting lessons
  • Administering first aid if necessary
  • Organizing regattas or sailing trips

Requirements

  • Excellent swimming skills and good physical condition
  • Passion for sailing and the sea
  • Pedagogical skills and patience in dealing with students
  • Sense of responsibility and reliability
  • Teamwork skills and strong communication ability
  • Willingness to work on weekends and during holidays
  • Often a boating license (e.g., Sportbootführerschein) or willingness to acquire one

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in sailing schools or water sports centers
  2. 2Further training to become a head sailing instructor or trainer
  3. 3Self-employment with one's own sailing school
  4. 4Work on charter yachts or cruise ships
  5. 5Specialization in specific sailing disciplines or boat types

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Sailing Instructor Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 850 to 1,150 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Sailing Instructor Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Sailing Instructor Ausbildung?

Excellent swimming skills and good physical condition; Passion for sailing and the sea; Pedagogical skills and patience in dealing with students; Sense of responsibility and reliability.

Where can I find open Sailing Instructor Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Sailing Instructor

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.