11 Week Ski & Snowboard Instructor Courses

Extra Activities

We want you to experience as much of Canadian mountain life as possible and in order to help you do so we arrange a series of extra activities throughout the season. Read below how our 'Activity Credit System' works and how it lets you experience more of what Canada has to offer.

Activity Credit System Explained

We want your time with us to be a truly 'once in a life time experience'. With that in mind we have used our exstensive experience to organise a series of great weekend activities and trips that will challenge and thrill you and will leave you with memories you will cherish forever.

So that everyone gets to choose which activities they would like to take part in we have developed an Activity Credit system. Included in the package you get 25 credits each worth $10. How you use your credits is completely up to you and if your desired activity is more than 25 credits then you can simply purchase more credits at any time before your course or when you are out there!

Check out the rest of this page for a sneak preview of some of the great activities that could be occupying your weekends while on course with us...

"I was blown away by how many great activities Nonstop had arranged for us to choose from. As if skiing everyday was not enough, the extra activities really made my time in Canada. I did a lot of research before choosing Nonstop, but it was the amount of extras included in the package that helped me decide."

Oliver Wood, 24 - Fernie 11 week course

A short film about a few of the extra activities on offer

Additional training courses

Avalanche Training (AST 1) - This two-day internationally recognised certification will educate and inform you about the dangers of avalanches and how to keep safe in the backcountry- Essential training for a responsible mountain user.
Winter First Aid - Learn how to act fast in the event of an injury on the mountain.
Winter Survival Camping - Often the highlight of many people's trip. Venture out into the wilderness and build your own snowcave before settling down for a night on the mountain- Not to be missed!

Head out into the wilderness for survival training

Winter Camping- Sleep in your own snow cave

Seeing the layers of snow in Avalanche Training

First Aid skills are vital on the mountain

Activities and Away Trips

Guided Backcountry Touring - Spend a day or more using specialised equipment to make your way through the rugged backcountry. Expert to experience untouched powder and incredible terrain!
Cat Skiing- Not to be missed! Often the highlight of the season for many, spend a day being driven to the top of otherwise inaccessible terrain by a modified snow cat. An typical day involves around 8 - 12 runs in pristine, untracked powder. Epic!
Snowmobiling - Does what is says on the tin. Your chance to let loose on your very own snowmobile. If you're in to your engines and 'boys toys', snowmobiling ticks all the boxes. You also get to view some stunning scenery as you are guided through the many local backcountry trails.
Trips to other resorts - Experience new mountains and all new terrain by visiting a number of resorts all within driving distance.
Visit Calgary or Vancouver (selected resorts only) - Go and watch an NHL hockey game involving either the Vancouver Canucks or the Calgary Flames, followed by a night on the town. A great way experience one of Canada's biggest sports, plus a chance to get out of the ski resort for a weekend.
Plus a host of other activities including snow shoeing, dog sledding, trips to hot springs and night skiing.

Snowmobiling!

Touring

Experience untouched powder Cat Skiing

Watch an NHL Hockey Game

Our Guide to Cat-Skiing

Fernie Extra Activities

AVALANCHE SAFETY TRAINING- AST LEVEL 1 (13 CREDITS APPROX.)

OVERNIGHT TRIP TO CALGARY (18 CREDITS APPROX.)

An action packed weekend watching NHL ice hockey and experiencing true 'Western' style nightlife!

GUIDED BACKCOUNTRY SKIING / SPLITBOARDING (14 CREDITS APPROX.)

A day exploring the pristine wilderness of the Fernie backcountry. This is a great chance to apply the skills learnt during the Avalanche course and finding your own fresh tracks.

DAY TRIP TO KIMBERLY (FREE)

A chance to explore neighbouring Kimberley Alpine Resort, whose extensive groomed pistes and gullies through the trees offer a great day skiing/riding.

BIG MOUNTAIN - USA (17 CREDITS APPROX.)

A weekend trip across the border to Montana. Experience Big Mountain ski resort and the traditional bars of Whitefish.

CAT SKIING (32 CREDITS APPROX.)

A chance to put your powder skills to the test in the untracked bowls and tree runs of the Fernie wilderness. A typical day includes 7-9 runs with lifts to the summit in 12-man snow cats.

SNOWMOBILING (15 CREDITS OR 8 EACH SPLIT BETWEEN TWO PEOPLE)

A favourite pastime of many Canadians, snowmobiling is an exhilarating experience and a great way to enjoy the spectacular scenery around Fernie. Led by professional guides, this half-day tour will teach you the skills to safely operate your own snowmobile.

WINTER FIRST AID (10 CREDITS APPROX.)

Developed by St Johns Ambulance this one day first aid course will give you the skills and knowledge to help yourself and others should you get injured in the mountain environment. The course will not only give you all important first aid skills, it will also look great on a CV to any potential employer.

DOG SLEDDING (8 CREDITS APPROX.)

A truly traditional Canadian pastime, head out into the Canadian wilderness being led by a team of excitable husky dogs. Not to be missed!

WINTER CAMPING (6 CREDITS APPROX.)

Lead by an experienced guide you will head outside the resort boundary, dig yourself a home for the night in groups of 2 or 3 and then settle in for a night inside your very own 'Quincy' or snow cave. A truly amazing and once in a lifetime experience and best of all you wake up on the mountain for first light and first tracks!

WEEKEND TRIP TO RED MOUNTAIN (37 CREDITS APPROX.)

Visit the home of our Red mountain 11 week course and experience yet another fantastic BC mountain! Well worth the extra credits!

WEEKEND TRIP TO BIG MOUNTAIN, WHITEFISH, USA (17 CREDITS APPROX.)

Just a short hop across the border lies Montana and the awesome big mountain resort of Whitefish! Get a stamp in the passport and yet another great mountain under your belt!

*All activities are based on last years prices, they may change if our suppliers change their prices.

Red Mountain Extra Activities

AVALANCHE SAFETY TRAINING- AST LEVEL 1 (22 CREDITS APPROX.)

This is an internationally recognised certification in avalanche safety. You will spend one day studying the theory of avalanches and why they occur, followed by a day in the backcountry checking out the snow layers and learning how to recognise high risk areas. Being avalanche aware is a key part of being a safe mountain user.

CAT SKIING (45 CREDITS APPROX.)
Cat Skiing is similar to Heli-Skiing except that instead of flying to the top of the hill you ride over the snow in a snow machine built to seat 12 people. A typical day includes 6-9 runs in the wilderness, with a chance to test your skills at skiing or snowboarding fresh powder. (This is often the pinnacle of many people's season)

WEEKEND SOAK AND SKI GETAWAY (15 CREDITS APPROX.)

A chance to visit the historic city Nelson and explore a different resort with new terrain and challenges, Whitewater Resort is a variation of the Red Mountain experience, known for its vast quantities of deep Kootenay powder! Participants stay at the Dancing Bear Hostel in the heart of Nelson. You will have time to explore the towns various boutiques, pubs and restaurants. We then travel to Ainsworth Hot springs for an afternoon of relaxation and rejuvenation, in the naturally heated pure mountain water.

SALMO NIGHT SKIING (3 CREDITS APPROX.)
Come out and enjoy an evening under the lights at the Salmo Ski Hill. Salmo is a scenic 1-hour drive from Rossland. The experience here is a different spin on skiing and snowboarding, always a memorable night.

WEEKEND TRIP TO FERNIE ALPINE RESORT (38 CREDITS APPROX.)
Spend a weekend at Fernie Alpine Resort, experience expansive five alpine bowls nestled in the majestic limestone cliffs of the Lizard Range in the Rocky Mountains. Rated one of the top ten resorts in Canada, Fernie offers endless and deep skiing and snowboarding action. Join the Fernie Nonstop crew for a night out and indulge in the nightlife of this exciting Ski Town.

SNOWSHOEING at NANCY GREENE LAKE (4 CREDITS APPROX.)

This is your opportunity to experience the peacefulness of the Canadian Wilderness. Strap on a pair of snowshoes over your winter boots and learn to stomp through the snow with ease and comfort.

WINTER CAMPING SURVIVAL TRIP (10 CREDITS APPROX.)
Experience the elements with winter camping. Build a snow cave for your nights’ sleep and learn the techniques and essentials to stay dry and warm throughout the night. Start out by snowshoeing up a marked trail to Whitewolf Ridge, and get a stunning view of Record Mountain.

GUIDED BACK COUNTRY SKIING / SPLITBOARDING (15 CREDITS APPROX.)
For this activity you will spend the day exploring the pristine wilderness and finding your own fresh tracks. Back Country Skiing/ Riding involves “walking” up hill in search of a virgin powder slope to ride or ski down.

WINTER FIRST AID (10 CREDITS APPROX.)

Developed by St Johns Ambulance this one day first aid course will give you the skills and knowledge to help yourself and others should you get injured in the mountain environment. The course will not only give you all important first aid skills, it will also look great on a CV to any potential employer.

*All credits are based on last years prices, they may change if our suppliers choose to change the prices they charge us.

Banff Extra Activities

Extra Activities listed by resort

The activities listed above are a general guide of what is on offer to you guys in each resort. Each season these lists may vary depending on availability. The credit amounts are also to be used as a guideline as these can change as well.

Weekly social events

In the spirit of team bonding we organise weekly social events such as:

Night skiing
Road hockey (a classic Canadian pastime)
Tobogganing
Pub-crawls
Supporting the local ice hockey team
Curling
House parties
Ice-skating
...and a whole lot more!

These evenings are lots of fun and help develop a close-knit friendly atmosphere.

The Curling social is a great ice-breaker!

Lots of partying...both on and off the snow!

Evening classes

We offer a selection of evening courses through local colleges. The following list is a sample of what's on offer but the courses differ depending on which resort you choose. Please contact us for further details.