11-week snowboard instructor courses
The Package
We appreciate there's a lot of information to take in, so if you have any questions please feel free to contact us on +44 (0)845 365 1525 or email info@nonstopsnowboard.com. After seven years running our 11-week courses we're confident the following package is a winning formula...
Included
Airport Transfers
We include a shuttle service between the airport and the resort. The departure date and times are coordinated with the times of the group flights we arrange from London to Canada. If travelling at other times or on different dates then we can advise you on the public transfer services available.
Shuttle to the resort
In Fernie & Red Mountain we own our own buses and provide a weekday morning and afternoon shuttle to/from the resort. In Banff and Whistler a season bus pass is included for use on the public buses.
24-hour staffing
Accommodation
Course centre
Available in Fernie & Banff
Continental breakfast
Provided weekdays in Banff & Fernie.
Dinners
Provided four days a week in each resort. These are both healthy and hearty to help you recharge after a day of lessons.
Full season lift pass
Up to 25 hours/week professional coaching
1-to-1 private coaching sessions
These are run before your Level 1 and Level 2 exams and offer you the chance of individual tuition to iron out any problems you may have.
Lift queue priority during lessons
Video analysis
A great tool which we use on a weekly basis. The resorts have some great feedback facilities.
Weekly technical sessions
Level 1 CASI examination fees
Work experience in local ski school
Once you have gained your Level 1 you are able to gain work experience at the local ski school. This will make your CV stand out from the crowd and also allow you to develop your teaching technique - an all round good experience.
Instructor Career advice
During the course there will be a seminar on working as a ski instructor covering job applications, work visas and typical hours and wages. In addition you will receive our 40 page advice handbook on "working as a ski instructor" which includes a directory of ski schools around the world.
60 Credit Activities
The credit activities are a key part of the 11-week course and form some of the highlights of your trip. These activities are included in the cost of the course and include activities like Cat-skiing, snowmobiling, winter first aid, avalanche awareness and so much more. Make sure you check out all the information in the menu tab.
Selected weekend trips
As part of the 'Credit Activities' scheme we organise trips to other ski resorts in Western Canada so that you can experience other mountains and enjoy a fun weekend away.
Cat-Boarding
This is a highlight of most people's trips to Canada and is available in the 'Credit Activities' package.
Avalanche course & certification
An informative 2-day course for anyone keen to ski off-piste and is available in the 'Credit Activities' package.
Board maintenance tuition
Weekly social events
Farewell party
Optional extras
Flights (approx £500)
We arrange return flights on Air Canada for those travelling between the UK and Canada. Flights cost around £500. You can opt for a flight on your booking form. If you arrange your own flight you can meet us at the airport for the group transfer bus to the resort. Please contact us with any questions.
Evening classes
There are a range of evening classes available from sports massage to photography. These cost around $70 - $120 depending on the course. Details will be provided in the lead up to the course.
Not included
Travel insurance
We can provide some information on suitable cover upon booking.
Snowboard kit
If you don't yet own equipment it tends to be cheaper to buy rather than rent. We have arranged discounts in local stores - plus you'll get much better advice and service in the resort you do your course in. Boards, bindings, boots range from $1000 - $2000. Please note that helmets are now mandatory for the CASI exams.
Lunches & weekend meals
Spending money
Typical costs: Lunch: $15, Dinner: $15-35. Pint of beer: $5.50. Glass of wine: $7.
Additional instructor level exam fees
The Level 1 exam fee is included, but because not everyone chooses to take further instructor exams their fees are payable in Canada direct to the govening bodies. The Level 2 exam will be approx. $545 and the Race Coach and Park courses are approx. $300 each. The training for these additional courses is included.
