Explore selected surf destinations. Active service partners are marked separately from listed spots.
96 surf spots /30 countries /80 Surf schools
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Listed spots are reference locations, not confirmed partners or IASE-certified schools. Service partners are identified separately. Map positions are not meeting points; confirm local conditions and availability with the provider.
School directory: Google Maps listings categorized as Surf school, checked on 27 October 2026. A listing does not establish an IASE partnership or certification. Contact the school to confirm current details.
Shared standards. Local expertise.
Good collaboration starts with clear learning goals and clear responsibilities. We welcome schools and instructors who care about student progress, safe practice and the local surfing community.
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Teaching and progression
Build a common understanding of what a surfer can do, what they are learning next and the conditions that suit their level.
Align level descriptions, learning goals and assessment expectations.
Connect instructor development with lesson planning and student feedback.
Keep safety, local conditions and surfing etiquette part of every learning journey.
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Connection and collaboration
Help surfers find the right school and help schools share reliable information about the experiences they can deliver.
Make school profiles, teaching languages and local knowledge easier to discover.
Explore course referrals and collaboration with clearly agreed responsibilities.
Confirm availability, delivery, fees and commercial terms before accepting a booking.
Choose how to join
Surf schools
Tell us about your school, location and teaching team. Start a conversation about joining the IASE school network.
Send your school details or contact us with your background, location and goals.
Agree on the scope
Review teaching experience, safety practices and the type of collaboration together.
Confirm the next step
Set out the requirements, responsibilities and any applicable terms before starting.
An application does not automatically grant membership, certification or permission to issue certificates. School cooperation and commercial referrals are separate from certification decisions.
