The Organization is the Brainchild of Dr. Jamal Rashid Al-Khanji
A business man and serial entrepreneur Based In Qatar and conducting business internationally . The Idea started in 2013 when Dr. Alkhanji Realized that there is no spearfishing training program anywhere in the world in comparison to similar sports like Freediving and Scuba Diving . Through preliminary research he also realized that many of the students enrolling in those courses do that with the intention to spearfish. Having said that none of those courses did actually teach the candidates anything about spearfishing which made their practice of the sport more challenging , dangerous and expensive . There were many factors to consider that a Spearo needed to know to become a more effective hunter that can practice the sport in a safe and environmentally conscious manner .
In partnership with Chris Martin Coates one of the most famous spearfishing Guides in the world And a team of international experts, The Academy started developing the training program in 2014.
After many months of testing and refining the program the first official Spearo Level 1 course was conducted in Qatar in February of 2017
To be the leading spearfishing training and certification organization worldwide
To Teach the world how to spearfish effectively ,safely and to be conscious and protective of our marine environment
- ISA will strive to be the world most advanced , recognized and respected dedicated spearfishing training program .
- ISA will put all its resource to develop and advance through research the sport of spearfishing.
- ISA will relentlessly work to make spearfishing a safer sport and consider safety of its students ,instructors and members at all time .
- ISA will be totally dedicated to its instructors and members worldwide while ensuring that they are served with highest standards of professionalism and excellence .
- ISA will develop state of the art training programs that are constantly updated and improved and adapted to all regions where its training programs are conducted .
- ISA Will Always protect the environment and marine life and will make that an integral part of every training program it develops
Meet Our Team
CEO Message
Throughout history, man’s love for the ocean was evident in every civilization. There is a bond that has always kept us attached to the sea whether it’s searching for adventure and exploration or seeking food to provide for our selves and loved ones. No matter what the reason, we always knew that this relationship is surrounded by danger and many challenges, which is what probably made it more appealing.
We at the International Spearfishing Academy started with that love for the ocean and all its creatures. We want you to see our oceans as a GOD given gift that has to be protected for future generations. We want to change the misconception about spearfishing being a bloody sport that’s only about killing fish, and show you that it’s practiced consciously to harvest food sustainable. Above all, mastering this activity is an art that demonstrates our appreciation and respect for the marine environment. What we take from the ocean we must give back. So, with the help of our sea-loving friends, a group of expert spear-fishermen and scientists embarked on a journey to create the first structured, specific, methodical spearfishing training programme.
This program is the result of curating years of research and expertise put together to form a simple-to-understand, state of the art, hands-on training that will make spearfishing safer, more productive and environmentally conscious. Join us on this journey and try this amazing sport, and maybe one day even teach it to others. We promise you that it will change your life forever.
What We Are Now
Current Statust
under the laws of Qatar
ISA currently is an official entity And registered under the trade laws of Qatar
Qatar Business Incubation Center
ISA is Supported by Grant from QBIC (Qatar Business Incubation Center ) .
Entrepreneurship AWARD
ISA is nominated for the Qatar Entrepreneurship AWARD (ROWAD QATAR ) 2017
students graduated
More than 100 students graduated from ISA programs
Location and Instructors
ISA courses conducted In QATAR, USA , KUWAT, OMAN, UAE , SOUTH AFRICA and more than 12 ISA INSTRUCTORS from 10 different countries
Multilingual Programs
ISA Courses are available in English, Spanish, French and Arabic