Find your perfect path
Ski Instructor Courses
Turn your passion into a career. The Winter Sports Company helps skiers of all ambitions and ages, from 17 to 70+. Whether you’re working a job on the slopes or just conquering them for yourself, we will find your perfect path.
What type of course makes most sense?
Ski Instructor Courses
Turning your passion into a profession?
Our instructor courses are for skiers who want more than just a season. You’ll learn how to teach, improve your own technique, and earn globally recognised qualifications along the way.
It’s hands-on, challenging, and surprisingly rewarding – especially when you’re helping the next skier link their first turns.
Job interviews for the following season.
Ski Instructor Internships
Get qualified and working all in the same season.
Ski internships give you the training and the job. Earn your qualifications, then roll straight into paid work at a snow school.
It’s a full season, with coaching, mentoring, qualifications, and paid instructor work. All alongside a solid bunch of besties from start to finish.
Working Holiday Visa Needed
Ski Patrol Courses
Not everyone wants to teach. Some people want to charge through avalanche debris with a radio and a stretcher.
For those career-minded individuals out there.
If that’s more your vibe, our ski patrol programs are built for you. You’ll train in rescue skills, first aid, and snow safety – then put it all into practice on real terrain with real mountain ops teams.
Serious training. Proper responsibility.
11 Week All Mountain Ski Performance Camp
- from £9900
- Canada - Revelstoke
4 Week Level 1 Instructor Course With Guaranteed Job
- from £4900
- Canada - Revelstoke
Big White – Ski Instructor Internship
- from £6950
- Canada - Revelstoke
8 Weeks Fast Track Level 1 & 2 Ski Instructor Course
- from £6550
- Canada - Revelstoke
6 Week Advanced CSIA Level 2 Ski Instructor Course
- from £7350
- Canada - Revelstoke
6 Week Advanced Level 3 Ski Instructor Course
- from £5250
- Canada - Revelstoke
Ski Instructor Internship with Employment
- from £5900
- Canada - Revelstoke
The Hybrid Internship
- from £10100
- Canada - Revelstoke
8-12 Weeks Dual Resort Ski Performance Camp
- from £6550
- Canada - Revelstoke
11 Week All Mountain Ski Performance Camp
- from £9900
- Canada - Revelstoke
4 Week Level 1 Instructor Course With Guaranteed Job
- from £4900
- Canada - Revelstoke
Big White – Ski Instructor Internship
- from £6950
- Canada - Revelstoke
8 Weeks Fast Track Level 1 & 2 Ski Instructor Course
- from £6550
- Canada - Revelstoke
6 Week Advanced CSIA Level 2 Ski Instructor Course
- from £7350
- Canada - Revelstoke
6 Week Advanced Level 3 Ski Instructor Course
- from £5250
- Canada - Revelstoke
Ski Instructor Internship with Employment
- from £5900
- Canada - Revelstoke
The Hybrid Internship
- from £10100
- Canada - Revelstoke
8-12 Weeks Dual Resort Ski Performance Camp
- from £6550
- Canada - Revelstoke
Why Choose The Winter Sports Company?
Every ski season, people from all over the world trust us. We don’t do holidays, and we don’t take beginners. However, from mastering technique to earning qualifications, we welcome skiers of every background: those seeking new careers, dedicated improvers, chasing Level 3, or lifelong enthusiasts craving an unforgettable year. So, regardless of whether you’re here to work, progress, or immerse yourself in snow life, you’re in the right place.
Our ethos is that the client comes first. We thrive on positive feedback, which means we go the extra mile to ensure you’re happy. From start to finish, we offer more support than other providers, ensuring you receive the best service available.
All-inclusive Packages
Flights
World Class Training
Season Lift Pass
Accommodation
Meal Packages
Employment
Airport Shuttles
Free Visa Support
Fitness Programme
Discounts of Equipment
Qualifications
World Class Coaches
Jason isn’t just an instructor. He’s a PSIC Level 4 Senior Examiner, CSIA Level 4 Senior Examiner, and CSCF Level 3 Coach with over 30 years immersed in the world of snow sports.
His career has taken him through leadership roles at Lake Louise, Whistler Blackcomb, and Panorama – and his reach extends far beyond Canada.
Jason’s approach forms the backbone of our programs. Whether you’re a gap year student chasing Level 1 or a returning instructor eyeing Level 3, you’ll feel his influence in our course structure and our results.
“Jason made skiing cool, aesthetic, and professional, and spoke about it in a way that captured my attention and enthusiasm. He was the first person who made me truly believe that a career in the industry was possible.” – Harry Drain, 2024 season.
Even if he’s not your day-to-day coach, trust us- Jason’s presence is everywhere. And like Harry….. You’ll be better for it!
TESTIMONIALS
Talia
Panorama Level 1 & 2 Instructor Internship
- Gap Year
- 18-25
- Level 2 Complete
- Job secured
“I did a ski season in 2021/22 and it was truly the best experience of my life. I went with the level 1 and 2 internship in Canada. there isn’t a day that goes by where i don’t think about it. Rik and his whole team went that extra mile and made my experience amazing. i did my season in Panorama Mountain Resort and at first i was sceptical as i never heard of it before but when i got there, it was the most beautiful place i have ever seen. i have made friends for life through the Winter Sports Company and the training that they gave me helped me into my second season. I can’t thank them enough for all they did for me.
Iwan Fesnoux on the Panorama Level 1 & 2 Instructor Internship
“Having read the other reviews I agree with pretty much all that everyone has already said;
– Best value for money of all the instructor courses (lift passes alone cost about £1000 for a season regardless)
– Living conditions superior to expectations and what I had experienced on my other ski seasons.
– A smaller company allowing for Rik and Emma to provide a more personal experience.
– Training and development opportunities were excellent.
Great people. Great experience.”
Abbie Morris on the Sun Peaks Level 1 & 2 Instructor Internship
“This company offers you everything you could want from a ski season; incredible options, incredible people, and most importantly incredible skiing… and snowboarding!
I went to Sunpeaks resort in BC, Canada, on the 18-week CSIA levels 1, 2 & 3 ski instructor training program. The opportunities available are endless. I got all the qualifications I’d planned on and more, ending the season on 9 quals. This course and company truly offer you everything you need to get into this industry and thrive.
Our training was amazing! I was taught by a variety of instructors, each one with a new perspective and something new to teach. We also had a consistent couple of instructors for our training majority, allowing us to really get to know them and vice versa.
It has truly been an incredible season and I have all intentions of returning to Sunpeaks to continue my training and put my qualifications to use.”
Qualification Levels Explained
Designed to be completely worry-free and fully inclusive, so you can focus on progressing, qualifying, and having an unforgettable time on the mountain.
Ski Instructor Qualifications
Designed to be completely worry-free and fully inclusive, so you can focus on progressing, qualifying, and having an unforgettable time on the mountain.
The Canadian Ski Instructor Alliance is the governing body in Canada. At Winter Sports, we provide comprehensive training up to CSIA Level 3.
The Canadian Ski Instructor Alliance is the governing body in Canada. At Winter Sports, we provide comprehensive training up to CSIA Level 3.
In Europe, we focus on the British Association of Snow Sports Instructors. It is also one of the few tickets that will let you enter the French system once having completed the speed test.
Our courses in New Zealand provide training towards the New Zealand Snowsports Instructors Alliance certified qualifications, up to Level 3.
Destination & Resort Guide
Designed to be completely worry-free and fully inclusive, so you can focus on progressing, qualifying, and having an unforgettable time on the mountain.
What you need
A decent skiing level: You don’t need to be an expert, but you should be able to link turns and Ski confidently on a red run at a steady pace!
The right mindset: Ski courses are, Hands-on, Physically demanding, A mix of training + real responsibility, you need to treat it like a job, not just a holiday
The right visa: For courses in places like Canada or New Zealand, you’ll need a Working Holiday Visa… not sure what you need? Ask us
What to Expect from the Experience
- Ski instructor life includes responsibilities… not just fun. It’s a job, and commitment and fitness are required.
- Expect modest pay when starting (for Level 1/2) but scope to increase with hours, private lessons, tips, advancing levels. Main page mentions approximate earnings.
- If you treat the first season as an investment (skill + experience), future seasons become easier and more rewarding — but don’t assume immediate big profits. (Your FAQ already notes first-year break-even challenges.)
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FAQ's
How much does a ski instructor earn?
A ski instructor at Level 1 or 2 earns a modest wage (CAD$17-26 per hour) , but can quickly increase his or her potential by climbing the ladder to Level 3 or 4 within their body of qualifications. Increasing their private requests, working as a dual certified instructor, tips and bonuses and achieving mini celebrity statuses all help to bring in the endorsements and increased earnings. Till you reach those dizzy heights, a Level 3 instructor will be your benchmark and bring in approximately (CAD$23-28 per hour) but also more hours work per week as you become more employable.
How much fun is it really – or is it all training and responsibility?
The courses are going to be some of the best times you have ever had in your life. Period. Great fun, no boss, no time constraints, just getting out what you are prepared to put in. We put you with similar ages to ensure you are on similar stages in your life.
Internships are some of the best fun you’ll ever have as you grow and learn with like minded people but there are serious work elements to it and you need to treat this as a job, like you would with any new employer
