Banff Ski Instructor Course

Our classic 11 week programme is the most comprehensive course you’ll find; it truly is the ultimate season experience. Over 220 hours of coaching is only the beginning, our local course hosts will ensure that you make the most of this once in a lifetime experience!

First class training. Our team of instructors in Banff are second to none, all are qualified level 3 & 4 instructors and are dedicated to the Nonstop programme. With them, you'll have an unrivalled amount of high level coaching and, with group sizes kept to 8 people or less, you'll have plenty of one-to-one attention.

To instruct... If you've set your sites on becoming an instructor, we can give you the best possible opportunity to succeed! We've built a programme that will fully prepare you for the CSIA level 1 and 2 ski instructor qualifications, plus we'll give you a whole load of extra skills and practical advice that will set you on the path to success.

Or not to instruct... For those less interested in becoming an instructor we offer the "AMP" programme after the level 1 exam. AMP will allow you to continue developing your all-mountain skiing for the rest of the course, without worrying about teaching techniques.

Get the local knowledge. You couldn’t get a better Course Host than Emily Park. She took part in our 11 week course a few years ago, before becoming an instructor and making Banff her home. She now dedicates her winters entirely to our Nonstop programme and will be on hand to show you the best of the town and mountain, while giving you support whenever you need it.

The ultimate season. As well as ensuring you have an amazing time when you’re out skiing, we'll set up a constant stream of activities that will allow you to truly make the most of living in Banff National Park. To name just a few of them, you can go cat-skiing, visit natural hot springs, take yoga classes, go ice climbing, visit other resorts, watch ice hockey and go dog sledding. That's on top of regular social activities!

Accommodation slap bang in the centre. Banff town is buzzing! It has everything you need, with bustling streets filled with shops, bars and restaurants. Our accommodation at Irwin's Inn is the closest you'll get to the town centre, so you'll be able to go shopping or sample Banff's legendary nightlife whenever the mood takes you. Irwin’s is a great place to make yourself at home, with your own queen sized bed, en-suite bathrooms, cable TV and wireless internet. Plus you’ll have access to the hotel’s hot tub, gym, swimming pool and laundry facilities.