Casual water ski instructor at a club or school

Beginners, families, kids and teens, school and holiday groups, and club members wanting to improve.

Usually paid per lesson or per session by the club or school, or you keep a share of the lesson fee. Work is busiest in warmer months and school holidays.

• Confident water skier
• Patient, clear teaching
• Good with kids and nervous beginners
• Safety awareness on the water

• Check whether you will be engaged as a contractor or an employee, and what insurance the club covers
• Get your own public liability or professional indemnity cover if the club does not include you
• Working with children checks are set by each state or territory, so check yours
• Work is seasonal and weather dependent, so income can be uneven
• You may need a boat driver licence if you are asked to drive, check your state's marine authority

Startup costs are typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on what gear and insurance you need. Check whether the club covers insurance, as you may need your own public liability or professional indemnity cover.

Monthly revenue is typically around $300 to $2,000, depending on how many sessions you teach. Work is seasonal and weather dependent, so income can be uneven.

Check whether you would be a contractor or employee and what insurance the club covers. Also check working with children check rules in your state or territory, and whether you need a boat driver licence if you are asked to drive.