Level 2 Coasties
12COS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr A. Walter.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents require basic water safety skills. Please check with Mr Walter for more information if you are choosing Coasties for the first time.
Coasties is a Level 2 course that uses riding waves eg.surfing as the context for learning. In this course you will access standards from Physical Education and Social Sciences. This course will focus on the physical skills of riding waves, fitness for surf related sports, waves, man-made waves, plastics in the ocean, surf forecasting. This is an exciting course that will involve some trips to Waihi Beach and possibly Raglan and Whangamata. The students will also get involved and help with the Surfing for Farmers and Growers initiative which will see them build relationships with their community and help with the major issue of mental health.
Costs for this course are approximate $200 for camps (two camps at $100 each).
Faculties:
Physical Education and Health, Social Sciences
Career Pathways
Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Carpenter, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Human Resources Adviser, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Massage Therapist, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Wood Processing Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Landscape Architect
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThe two camps will also have associated costs of approximately $100 each.
Students must have a good quality full wetsuit as we surf through Winter.