Working towards the NZSIA Stage 1 Qualification, you will not only receive professional training to improve your own technique and teaching methods, but also have the opportunity to work in a ski-school environment, picking up the tricks of the trade from working ski instructors.
CSI and NZSIA Level 1 Qualifications:
There are 2 main qualifications you will be looking to complete during this ski/snowboarding instructor programme - the NZSIA CSI and NZSIA Stage 1. These are the New Zealand equivalent of Ski/Snowboard Instructor qualifications and are recognised worldwide.
CSI: The Certificate in Ski Instruction (CSI) is an entry-level qualification that permits you to teach novices to advanced beginners. The course takes approximately 4 days to complete and requires you to demonstrate the ability to teach basic principles, analyse individual ability i.e. strengths and weaknesses, class handling, safety and to be able to deal with both children and adult beginners.
NZSIA Stage 1 and SBINZ Stage 1:The New Zealand Snow-sports Instructor Alliance and Snow Boarding Instruction New Zealand Stage 1 course is a requirement for anyone looking to instruct skiing/snowboarding. It permits you to teach up to Advanced Intermediate level and is generally a minimum level qualification for anyone looking to work in a ski school. The course itself takes 5-8 days to fully complete and requires you to demonstrate the ability to:
Ski Course:
- Understand the basic teaching model and learning processes
- Teach basic turns to advanced parallel turns (with pole plant)
- Individual analysis
- Demonstrate knowledge and give information on technical processes
- Manage class safety and organisation
What’s Included in the Programme
- 14 weeks shared accommodation
- NZSIA registration fees, manual, CSI exam fees, Stage 1 exam fees
- Daily transport to the mountain
- Full season pass for the Ruapehu ski areas
- Evening clinics
- Video analysis sessions
- Ski school clothing
- Paid opportunities with the ski school (once qualified and if you have a working holiday visa)
- Comprehensive programme support and 24 emergency assistance
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- International flights to New Zealand
- Working Holiday Visa
- Meals
- Health and travel insurance, which must cover you for winter sports training
- Airport transfers
- Any trips/excursions above the mentioned itinerary
Prices & Durations
New Zealand Ski Instructor Course £5,599
