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This program requires participants to be at least 18 years old.

How long is this program?

The program runs for 1-3 months.

What's included in this program's fee?

The program fee includes accommodation and some activities.

Where is this program located?

This program is located in Banff, Canada.

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11 Week Lake Louise Ski OR Snowboard Instructor Training Course

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EA Ski and Snowboard Training

5 (3 reviews)

EA Ski and Snowboard Training

5 · 3 reviews

Location

Canada
- Banff

Length

4 - 12 weeks

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Activities

Skiing Snowboarding Snowmobiling Snowshoeing

Timeframe

Winter

Age Min.

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What's Included

Accommodation Some Activities

Last Reviewed: Feb 22, 2022

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About Program

Train to become a ski or snowboard instructor in Lake Louise, Banff - one of Canada’s top resorts. Voted Canada’s Best Ski Resort at the 2017 World Ski Awards, Banff is known for its epic snow, stunning scenery, and world-class terrain.

EA Ski and Snowboard Training offers instructor courses perfect for launching a snow sports career or taking a legendary gap year in North America.

What’s included:
✔ Accommodation options
✔ Avalanche safety & first aid training
✔ Lift pass
✔ Level 1 & 2 instructor training
✔ Level 1 exam fees
✔ Association membership
✔ Mountain transfers
✔ Coaching webinars
✔ EA Program Manager support
✔ Flight & insurance discounts

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Program Highlights

Accommodation.
World-class training.
Internationally recognised qualifications.
Season lift pass, social events, special deals on flights, insurance and more.

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Right from the word go we were this big crazy family who spent all day on the mountain and then all night hanging out having fun.

After 4 weeks of intensive training I felt like a completely different skier who could take on any challenge the mountain had to offer.

Working as an instructor was a dream come true, and there were constant learning opportunities throughout the season. I felt more self-confident after my season with the belief that I could accomplish anything I set my mind to.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

I was nervous about travelling across the world on my own, but I didn’t need to be. The other interns all have the same interests and it’s the best feeling ever getting to know everyone. I’ve since travelled the world skiing with the people I met on my internship! My advice, give it 100% and embrace the moment - it’s going to be the most fun and set you up for endless adventures.

Well to start off, the trip to San Francisco was a lot of fun. I really enjoyed getting to know the other EA members before we arrived at the resort. Once arriving in Lake Tahoe, everyone settled into their condos, it was nice to be close to everyone for the first two weeks, it allowed us to socialize and build great friendships. Our two week training was very informative and educational. We trained for two weeks on snow before we took our exam. I felt very prepared to sit the exam. We also got to know our trainers very well throughout training. Getting paid to snowboard is so amazing...I do not want to go back to my other job! Everyone who has a passion for the sport should at least try this out for a season!

My experience was definitely one for the books. Though I’ve skied off and on throughout my life, I wasn’t as prepared for the workout I got from having a fun, hands-on learning program as I did at the EA program in Northstar CA. It’s definitely a great way to get into a great passion that will open the doors for a worldwide career. If you’re young, love snow sports, want to share your passion with others, and live to travel, I recommend doing this program.

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Hannah Stuart

Program

11 Week Lake Louise Ski OR Snowboard Instructor Training Course

Job Title

Marketing Coordinator

After completing an internship and instructing some more seasons, Hannah joined the EA team in the marketing department. Her ski instructing experience, love for snow and naturally, her understanding of how the internship program works made her a perfect fit for the company. She loves setting soon-to-be instructors up in this industry and watching them enjoy the snow as much as she does!

What is your favorite travel memory?

It's hard to pinpoint a single moment. I enjoy the feeling when a plane takes off and you know you're heading to a different country. I enjoy the fact that when traveling, your mood is naturally lifted and also finding the little tidbit parts of other cultures that Google can't show you and that you can't find anywhere else. There's always something new to learn and new things to see for yourself.

Not to mention the fact that when traveling, you always come home appreciating it and what you have that little bit more. It gives you a positive outlook on life and that is a great thing.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I never thought that training as a ski instructor would open the door for me to work in the digital marketing industry and that I would be able to encourage others to join me in this profession and follow their love of snow.

Now, my experiences and knowledge are put to good use and in this position, I am able to help other keen people around the world become instructors too.

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What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

What began with a ski instructing internship and ski instructing for one of our program participants in Canada has resulted in Revelstoke Mountain Resort, BC employing Tom as a full-time photographer for the resort and he now owns his own photography company as a result.

He is a specialist in snow photography and videography and has no plans to stop anytime soon.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

Well as I am a skier, I would personally pick the ski instructor internship plus program. Although this is the more premium internship option, for my own personal development, this program would have more to offer.

You receive everything that the internship program has to offer including the world-class training, the guaranteed job offer at the resort of your choice, the examination fees, and accommodation throughout the course. However, it also includes other helpful courses and training such as level two training, park & freeride training, an avalanche safety course, and a first aid course.

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About EA Ski and Snowboard Training

Fast track your career as a ski or snowboard instructor and enjoy the best winter of your life with EA Ski and Snowboard Training. Whether your a seasoned professional or have only stepped on the slopes a few times, EA Ski and Snowboard Training offers instructor training programs to suit all abilities. On a training program with EA Ski and...

11 Week Lake Louise Ski OR Snowboard Instructor Training Course