Accommodation
Ski Instructor Programs
Are you looking for a change of career? Have you always dreamed of escaping the rat race and becoming a ski instructor? Do you need a break from work for a few weeks or months to recharge? Or do you just want to take your skiing to the next level? If so, one of our Career Break Instructor Training Programs will get you where you want to go AND you’ll have the time of your life along the way!
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Program Overview
Our Career Break Programs are aimed at guests aged 30+, who want to dedicate time to their skiing and have some certifications to show for their efforts, but don’t want to share a house with a group of 18 year olds while they do it. We offer a broad variety of programs:
- 11 week Instructor Programs – the full package, takes you from a capable intermediate (or better) skier to CSIA levels 1 and 2, AST 1 and AST Advanced, CADS 1, Park Teaching Training, or BASI 2, or additional Ski Improvement.
- 7 week Instructor Programs – get your CSIA levels 1 and 2 and AST 1
- 4 week Instructor Programs – certify as CSIA level 1 and AST 1
- 3 week CSIA Level 2 Upgrade Programs – for those who already have their CSIA level 1, certify as CSIA level 2. You can add additional weeks of Ski Improvement beforehand if needed too.
- 2 week BASI level 2 Program – if you already have your CSIA level 2 you can add this European certification
- 1 week CSIA Level 3 Training Program – already passed your CSIA level 2 and want to do more? Join us to train towards your level 3!
- Ski Improvement Programs – not sure that you actually want to qualify as an instructor? Join us for as many weeks of Ski Improvement as you like!
To find out more about what is included in each program, follow the links above to look at the program-specific page, or find out more about the course elements through the links here:
- CSIA Level 1 & 2 certification
- AST Level 1 and AST Advanced
- Backcountry day
- Park Training
- CADS Level 1
- BASI Level 2 – note that the CSIA level 2 is a pre-requisite for this and circumvents the requirement for 35 hours of teaching experience.
Here’s What’s Included*:
GENERAL
EXAMS, MANUALS + MEMBERSHIPS
TRAINING, COURSES + MODULES
*Note inclusions vary based on program type and duration
Check individual program pages for more details.
How good a skier do I have to be?
As long as you are linking turns on a blue run (low intermediate) we can accept you on to a CSIA Level 1 course and turn you into a ski god or goddess!
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
YES offers a range of accommodation options so you can choose your own experience.
- Stay in a single or twin share room in the comfortable Downhill House. This chalet is virtually ski-in ski-out and definitely the fastest way on and off the slopes. The house is typically shared by 3 – 5 guests max in 3 bedrooms and is very spacious and has a fully equipped kitchen. Ideal for those travelling alone and looking for some like-minded housemates.
- Alternatively stay in one of our 2 bedroom condos (Wintergreen Villas or Tyndall Stone Lodge) if you would prefer less housemates – the condos are close to the slopes and fully equipped too.
- We are also offering accommodation packages at the very comfortable ski in/out Blackcomb Springs Suites.
- If your really would rather have your own space, we can organize a suitable private apartment for the duration of your program (or to fit your personal travel schedule). Just let us know what you are looking for and we will get you some quotes.
- If you are joining a shorter program (1-2 weeks) we can also help you find a hotel deal that meets your needs. Just let us know what you would like and we’ll get you the best prices.
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Program Pricing
All Prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
Select your preferred program and start dates to see the prices.
Already have your own accommodation? You can join us for any program (excluding accommodation and lift pass) for $899 CAD per week. We can also help you with a Season Pass or Epic Pass if you don’t have your own, just let us know.
Add-ons: You can add our catered package, 6 dinners/week delivered weekly to you accommodation, just heat and eat when it suits you, for $70 / week.
Notes:
Accommodation availability shown here is indicative only and does not reflect real-time availability. Please contact us for more information on current availability of any particular property.
* Twin share in Hotel bookings is only available for a couple or 2 friends booking together. We cannot match you with a room mate, sorry.
** Late season, shorter 10 week, 6 week and 3 week programs will run instead of the usual 11 week, 7 week & 4 week programs. 10 week program does not include park skills, 6 & 3 week programs include CSIA certifications only, no AST.
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