With the sharp rise in tuition fees and huge competition for graduate jobs, there has never been a better time to invest your hard-earned cash in a professional training course.
Leaving university saddled with tens of thousands of debt is fast becoming an unpopular choice, especially as the debts increase and the jobs decrease.
By taking a vocational or professional course, school leavers can take their first step onto the career ladder years before their university bound friends.
At The Winter Sports Company students have the fantastic opportunity to invest their time and money in training to be a ski or snowboard instructor.
These exciting training courses not only provide the skills and techniques needed to succeed in the winter sports industry, they offer a tremendous amount of fun and adventure.
Snow sports are increasing in popularity season by season, with thousands of job opportunities available across the world all year round.
A professional qualification will vastly increase your chances of landing your dream job in some of the top destinations in Europe, Canada and beyond.
Canadian ski and snowboard instructor qualifications are recognised all over the world, and with a constantly expanding contacts list The Winter Sports Company can help you find work.
Some clients follow the snow all around the world and work back to back seasons year after year.
The Winter Sports Company take great pride in the support we offer to our clients after they have qualified as a ski or snowboard instructor.
Details of the many jobs available are passed to successful clients and interviews are even arranged on your behalf.
We advise you about the visa requirements for all the counties you may be working, and enjoy hearing from you about your career.
Keeping in touch with successful clients not only benefits you, but helps us build up our knowledge for the ski and snowboard instructors of the future.
So if you are passionate about skiing and snowboarding and would love to start a career in the sport you love, why not take a look into the training available and invest in your future.
For more information, or to talk with people who actually do live and work within the winter sports industry, take a look at our web site and contact our office with any questions.
Train to be a CSIA Level 1, 2 and 3 Ski Instructor
Tree Line Runs – Deep Powder Bowls – All Mountain – Park – Race Training – Back Country
Our objective at the Winter Sports Company is to deliver the best and most cost effective ski instructor courses available anywhere in the world.
To ensure you have the best possible chance of success it is important you spend as much time on the snow as possible, receive the best training available and have enough time to relax after a long day on the slopes.
High Level Training everyday
To accomplish this you will be trained for 5 hours per day at Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia, Canada. Sun Peaks Resort is a high level training centre, regularly conducting ski instructor courses for level 3 and level 4 instructors, as well as being one of the only international race training centres in Canada.
The Ski-in Ski-out facilities allow you to start and finish your day without the hassle of long bus journeys, so your days are shorter but time on the slopes is longer.
We have added additional modules to our training programmes including race training (with an option to race every Friday), all terrain skills, and snow park coaching. We have also included in the price a certified CADS course – which is an introduction to teaching people with disabilities.
Become a level 3 ski instructor 6 - 8 week courses
You can further enhance your skiing and teaching skills by taking part in our level 3 ski instructor training courses. Read more...
By introducing more course content and giving you more on snow training time than any other company, we believe we have developed the best ski instructor courses available.
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Quick guide to our: All-Inclusive Packages.
Live the dream Ski like a professional
Are you a qualified snowsports instructor?
The mystery behind where you can teach and what else you should know.
The Winter Sports Company help to reveal the facts about the variety of different snowsports qualifications and where they will permit you to work.
50 Days of Professional Training
Ski in - Ski out, or Snowboard from your door every day at Sun Peaks Resort - Canada
The Winter Sports Company are considered the leading ski instructor course and snowboard instructor course providers. No other company include
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Our ski instructor courses and snowboard instructor courses are guaranteed to give you the ultimate experience in the mountains. Early morning powder runs are a regular pastime at Sun Peaks Resort and freestyle, park and race training are all part of the programme.
As instructors ourselves we have developed the ultimate ski instructor courses and snowboard instructor courses. We have listened to client comments and put together a course that will improve your ability on the slopes and vastly enhance your chances of working within the industry.Not only will you come away with an internationally recognised qualification, but you will also have experienced life living and working on the mountain.
GAP year - Career Break - Employment Opportunity - This is the course for you!
"The Winter Sports Company package is great value for money. It goes above and beyond other programmes by providing a wider variety of course options and offering employment opportunities to successful clients."
So many good reasons to join The Winter Sports Company at Sun Peaks Resort
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Sun Peaks Resort - British Columbia - Canada
Sun Peaks is a world-class ski-in-ski-out resort and the second largest ski area in British Columbia. Its fantastic ski and snowboard school will provide you with first-rate training and plenty of opportunities to shadow instructors at work.
Ski Instructor Internships. Earn while you learn at Sun Peaks Resort, Canada!
The Winter Sports Company are looking for skiers & snowboarders to train to be instructors.
• Are you self motivated, confident and enjoy working in a team?
• Can you confidently link turns on European red runs?
• Are you available between Mid November 2012 and April 2013?
• Or Nov 2013 & April 2014?
• Do you want to teach the sport you love?
• Then call THE WINTER SPORTS COMPANY on 01736 763402.
Level 1 and 2 Snowboard Instructor Courses From £4280.00
Snowboard like a Professional at Sun Peaks Resort - British Columbia
Deep Powder bowls – Tree Line Runs – Back Country - Park
Snowboarding is one of the largest growth sports at the moment, so there has never been a better time to train to become a Snowboard Instructor.
During your snowboard instructor course you will receive - Instructor training, all mountain training (off piste), race coaching and park. You will even be able to train at night on the floodlit slopes and Snow Park.
With your hotel on the slopes you are only seconds away from your snowboard lessons, so you have more time on the slopes, and more time to relax.
The best and most cost effective
Our objective at The Winter Sports Company is to deliver the best and most cost effective snowboard instructor courses available, and our commitment to your success is second to none.
We are based at one of the best resorts in Canada and second largest in British Columbia. Sun Peaks Resort is known for its amazing terrain, deep powder bowls, and tree line snowboarding, as well as its floodlit snow park.
Learn from the best instructors
The Winter Sports Company use only the best instructors available. All of our snowboard instructor course trainers are of Level 3 and 4 standards, and you will receive 25 hours on snow coaching every week.
GAP year, Career Break, or a starting in a new profession, whatever your choice our snowboard instructor training courses guarantee you snowboard like a professional every season.
These are the coolest and most amazing snowboard instructor training courses available, so pick up the phone and call us today, or email your enquiry and we will get back to you soon.
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Live the dreamSnowboard like a professional
CSIA Level 1 & 2 and CASI Level 1 & 2 Programmes
At Sun Peaks you ski or ride to work every day. No early starts, or buses to catch.
Welcome Meeting
On the first morning there will be an introductory meeting. The rest of the day we will spend showing you around the town, sorting out lift passes and meeting instructors. Those of you buying equipment will have ample opportunity to do so and will be able to take advantage of some of the great deals available.
Course Procedure for CSIA Skiers and CASI Snowboarders
Five hours on snow coaching a day, five days a week. Total 25 hours per week.
On the morning of your first day of training you will be assessed and sorted in to groups according to ability.
- Week 1-3, Level 1 instructor training. 25 hours per week.
- Week 4, Level 1 instructor course/exam and assessment. Approx 25 hours. Snowboarders please note that helmets are mandatory for level 1 & level 2 exams.
- Week 5, Shadowing and teaching. You will be working closely with the snow school and using your newly acquired level 1 qualification.
- Week 6 - 9, Level 2 instructor training. 25 hours per week.
- Week 10, Level 2 instructor course/exam and assessment. Approx 32 hours.
- Week 11, Free skiing and Snowboarding and the opportunity to take further qualifications. Start of level 3 CSIA instructor training.
This is an outline plan of the 11-week course and may change slightly. You are encouraged to take other courses once you have passed Level 1. These can be arranged and fitted in with Level 2 training.
Group Training Ratios
With an average of eight students to each instructor you will receive an exceptional level of personal attention, increasing your likelihood of success.
Outline
The course provides on-mountain training five hours per day, five days a week.
Skiing / Snowboarding Techniques
First instructors will assess your current ability. Then you will be taken back to basics and good habits introduced in to your technique. We build from there, using proven methods so your ability significantly improves throughout the programme.
Teaching and Work Experience
During the training programme you will be shown how to plan lessons and how to handle classes effectively. This will be learnt through practical situations while you are shadowing and teaching with an instructor and dealing with real customers.
You are encouraged to shadow an instructor as often as you can in order to gain as much experience as possible.
Customer Service Training
Becoming a good ski or snowboard instructor is not just about being a good skier or rider; it is about working with people. Customer service is essential and is highlighted throughout the programme and particularly during the level 1 & 2 course / exams.
Equipment Maintenance
Maintenance of your equipment is vital if you wish to get months of consecutive use out of it. We run a module on equipment tuning delivered by one of the equipment maintenance departments at Sun Peaks Resort.
How to become a better snowboarder – Snowboard instructor courses in Canada
Snowboarding has become one of Britain’s most popular recreational winter sports and every winter people are asking us “How do I become a better snowboarder”
One of the best ways to become a better snowboarder is to take lessons as often as possible or alternatively you could take a few months off and take part in a snowboard instructor training course.
You may ask “How do I become a better snowboarder and sustain the standards once I’ve achieved them?”
The ideal solution is to take part in a snowboard instructor training course in Canada which includes an exam at the end. As a snowboard instructor you are a member of an international organisation who keep you up to date with all the information you need in order to maintain your skills and knowledge of the snowboarding industry.
You will be able to teach snowboarding as an instructor throughout Europe for a little as one week each season. These deals include all your transport, food, uniform, plenty of free snowboarding and a nice pay packet at the end. You can of course teach anywhere in the world and continue to do season after season if you so desire.
In effect you can enjoying free snowboarding holidays or paid work for as long as you like - and at the same time be part of an elite group of professionals.
The Winter Sports Company have some amazing “All Inclusive packages” which include flights, transfers, accommodation, food, training, exams and a seasons lift pass.
“How do I become a better snowboarder” - See - snowboard instructor training courses in Canada.
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Guaranteed Employment with “The Winter Sports Company”
There is huge demand for ski and snowboard instructors all over the world, especially during peak periods. If you are determined to work within the industry and have qualified as a ski instructor or snowboard instructor you should be able to find employment, and we are there to help. There are hundreds of instructor jobs available and the following season you could find yourself working anywhere in the world, including one of the many resorts in Australasia.
Sun Peaks Resort
Vincent Lafontaine, the Sun Peaks Resort sports director, and Ian Logan, the recruitment officer, are in a position to offer full time employment to all of our successful level 2 instructors every season.
Providing you demonstrate respect for the “Alpine Code of Conduct”, and you are punctual and reliable throughout the programme, you will be invited for an interview with Vincent Lafontaine and Ian Logan, with a view to working at Sun Peaks Resort the following season.
This is an exclusive agreement between The Winter Sports Company and Sun Peaks Resort Corporation, and is a great demonstration of the confidence they have in our company, and in their own training instructor and facilities.
Mount Niseko – Japan
We have an exclusive agreement with Mount Niseko ski school and can guarantee work to at least 6 of our ski or snowboard instructors every season. This exclusive agreement is only available to The Winter Sports Company and is a demonstration of the confidence ski and snowboard schools have in our training programmes.
We provide all our clients past and present with regular updates of ski instructor jobs and snowboard instructor jobs that become available worldwide.
Interviews for Level 1 and Level 2 Instructors
You will have the opportunity to work in Europe and Canada every season - including the season you train in. We have an agreement with a Canadian ski school who are happy to employ our Level 1 qualified instructors. This is an on-going agreement and you can if you wish work a full season as a level 1 instructor.
We will conduct interviews towards the end of the course and successful applicants will be offered work in Canada and up to four weeks work in Europe. Anyone who completes the level 1 course in February could be working in the Alps at Easter!
“If you decide not to be involved in the winter sports industry the experience and qualifications gained with us will enhance any CV, and will be a talking point at any interview”.
Invest in your future – Invest in The Winter Sports Company.
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We have collected together a list of the most important questions for potential ski / snow instructors, please click a question to see more information:
What qualifications can I expect to get?
The qualifications you are working towards are:-
- CSIA - Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance. (level 1 with level 2 optional)
- CASI - Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors. (level 1 with level 2 optional)
- CADS - Canadian Association of Disabled Skiers (for Skiers and Snowboarders)
With additional training included (optional)
- Equipment tuning
- Racing
- Freestyle
- Off piste/chutes/steeps
- Moguls
- Deep powder
Are the qualifications recognised internationally?
Yes. We have clients who have worked all over the world including the Southern hemisphere countries of New Zealand, Australia and Chile.
In the Northern hemisphere we have clients who are working as far away as Japan, and as close as Scotland. Many have taken work in Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France, Andora, Norway, Spain and of course several have gone back to work at one of the many resorts within Canada and the USA. Some clients complete our training programmes in April, and are working in the Southern hemisphere two months later in June.
What standard do I need to be?
Ideally you should be at least a low intermediate or better. i.e. be able to link turns down a blue run and not fazed on red runs, but we have had clients who have not had any experience at all who have passed Level l during the 11 week programme.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age for our courses is 16. There is no maximum age. If you feel fit enough then go for it. The oldest person we have trained (and passed) is 63.
What equipment do I need to bring with me?
You should own all of your own equipment including soft goods such as hats, gloves, thermals, trousers and jackets etc.
If you are buying new skis or a snowboard it is important to discuss the specification of it with us first, as there is certain criteria required that will help you during the course. It is possible to buy all of the equipment you require in the resort, and should you need any help we will be there to advise you accordingly.
How much money will I need to bring?
Other than the money for equipment purchases, you will need approximately £100 per week to buy lunches and any other evening entertainment you require.
What is the food like?
We proudly boast to provide the best and most varied food than any other instructor training company.
You will have a selection of meals available at 3 or 4 different restaurants every day throughout the duration of the whole instructor training programme. No other company provide you with as many options.
What if I have special dietary requirements?
All reasonable dietary needs are met, and the proprietors of the restaurants will be happy to discuss your dietary requirements personally.
What Is the nightlife like?
There are plenty of opportunities to party and many bars, cafes and restaurants to choose from including the local night club.
Sun Peaks Resort is not far away from the vibrant city of Kamloops (where many of the resort workers live and commute from every day). It is not uncommon to travel down to the city for some evening entertainment, such as hockey games, cinema, shopping malls, bars and night clubs etc.
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Trennere Trewartha Road
Praa Sands
TR20 9ST
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1736 763402
Email: wintersportscompany
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