CSIA Levels 1, 2 & 3 Ski Instructor, 18 Weeks, Sun Peaks

CSIA LEVELS 1, 2 & 3 SKI INSTRUCTOR COURSE

From £11750

This is the ultimate way to spend a season in the mountains. 18 full weeks of training that can be tailored to suit your needs with different options and flexibility to give you the course you want. At the end of it, you'll come out more qualified and experienced than you could even have imagined.

In one season you can:

Train for Level 1 and 2 and work towards L3 and other qualifications in the Academy Program.
Gain dual qualifications in skiing and snowboarding
Take a leisurely approach to attaining CSIA Levels 1 and 2 ski instructor qualifications
Gain your Level 1 and 2, and then join the full Ski Patrol program (£725 supplment)

The Academy is our new 6 week program which focuses on multi skills training that pushes your skiing further and looks great on your CV. You'll not only work towards your Level 3 but also focus on back country training, off pistes skills, Mountain Patrol and a comprehensive 4 day first aid course.

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What's included

The Trip

Flights
For maximum flexibility courses can be booked with or without flights.
Flights depart from London, UK. Flights from alternative airports can be arranged, please contact us for a quote for this service.

Transfers
Outbound and return transfers are included as standard with all bookings including flights.

Shared hotel accommodation
Price is based on a triple share studio.
Price for Twin Share: £12900

We can accommodate couples and friendship groups upon request. A limited number of single rooms are available for an additional £300 per week.

Breakfast & evening meals 4 days a week
A buffet breakfast with hot & cold options is served Monday - Thursday.
Evening meals are served 4 nights per week across 5 restaurants in resort. We work closely with restaurants to ensure a varied and well-balanced diet is available. Dietary requirements are accomodated.
The meal plan include gratuities - so you don't need to budget for tips on meals included in your package.

Season lift pass
Whether you join Winter Sports for 3 weeks or 18, the lift pass you receive is season-long. This means if you decide to extend your stay or return to the resort within the season your lift pass will still be valid.
Lift pass benefits include discounts in selected shops and restaurants as well as on some activities, equipment rentals, maintenance and repairs.

Resort Representative
A rep is in resort all season to oversee the course. Reps are knowledgeable about the resort, qualifications and training, and have often taken part on the course previously.

Training Package

Level 1 and 2 Training
On Snow Training is provided 4 days a week by CSIA level 3 & 4 instructors, with an extra day scheduled for shadow teaching with the school. As you approach the exams Level 1 and 2 course conductors will provide one-to-one feedback and training.

Level 3 Academy Training
During the Academy course you'll receive 19 full days of instruction plus extra days for Ski School and Mountain Patrol shadowing. You'll receive 8 days of L3 instruction, 3 days of Patrol training, 4 day NUEC 2 outdoor first aid course and 4 days of back country and off piste training. There will also be time to sign up for the L3 modules should you wish to push your skiing further.

NUEC 2 First Aid
The first aid course is highly respected and gives you over 30 hrs of practical remote first aid skills, not only useful on the ski slopes but also any outdoor setting. It is accepted as the level for assistant guides, white water rafting guides and ski patrol support to name a few.

CSIA Level 1 ski instructor exam
The level 1 course exam is included in the price.
Level 2 & 3 modules and assessments can be booked directly with CSIA by the participant upon completion of the level 1. Level 2 costs approx $950, Level 3 costs approx $1400.

Full Patrol Course (£725 Supplement)
The Mountain Patrol course will cover all the situations, skills and accreditation that you need to learn to join the team on the mountain. With up to 40hrs of training each week, this is one of the most in depth ski courses we provide. During the course you’ll learn about, toboggan handling, patient extraction, air rescue, helicopter orientation, mountaineering and many other essential skills. You'll also become certified in the NUEC 3 110hr first aid, avalanches safety and advanced protocol.

CSIA Membership & Instructor Licence.
As part of your course we enrol you with the CSIA. Membership for the year is included and you will be provided with a login to the CSIA website where you can sign up for the level 2 & 3 exams. Upon completion of level 1 you will be a licenced instructor.

Shadow Teaching
Shadowing real lessons is an important part of training to be an instructor and helps prepare trainees for exams. Working closely with the sports school, we arrange for all participants have the opportunity to shadow the sports school on days off from pro-coaching.

Additional Training Option
Further certifications are available throughout the programme.
Including Avalanche Skills Training, Adaptive Ski Instructor Qualification, Race Coaching certification and Park course.

Visa Assistance & Job Opportunities
We have partnerships and connections with several sports schools across the world, and can offer guidance to help you to find employment as instructor once qualified.
We provide comprehensive advice and assistance when applying for working holiday visas.
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Snow Ready Fitness Plan
Created for Winter Sports by a personal trainer & snowboard instructor, this 8 week pre-season fitness programme targets the muscle groups used in skiing & snowboarding and will make sure you are snow-fit in time for the start of your course.
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Accomodation

Course Schedule

Flying out in November, you’ll be amazed at the amount of early snow in Canada and enjoy early-season skiing before most resorts in Europe have opened. Training begins a couple of days after arrival, and being an early bird on the slopes means you won’t have to share the mountains with hundreds of people. You can learn the terrain, get to meet the locals and settle in to enjoy an unforgettable white Christmas. We encourage you to select your own approach to training, so you’re able to progress as fast or as slowly as you want. Once you’ve passed your Level 1 skiing instructor course, you’re free to develop your talents and continue to enjoy the resort.

The snow school at Sun Peaks Resort is a centre for instructor training and attracts some of the best CSIA level 4 instructors in the country.

The 18 week programme offers the widest variety of options and the maximum potential for gaining several qualifications in just one season. This unique season-long course is an ideal option for gap years, career breaks and instructors looking to start-out in the industry. The long season, huge ski area and friendly resort atmosphere will capture your heart - it's not a coincidence that many customers return to work there each year.

SUN PEAKS RESORT

A picturesque ski-in ski-out resort, with the second largest ski area in Canada.
Enjoy 3 mountains of gladed areas, bumps, steeps, powder, long cruisers, terrain parks and 2 Alpine bowls across 4270 acres.

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CSIA Levels 1, 2 & 3 Ski Instructor Course, 18 Weeks, Sun Peaks Resort, Canada

CSIA LEVELS 1, 2 & 3 SKI INSTRUCTOR COURSE