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Imagine a winter where your primary focus is to rip around three epic resorts refining your skills. That’s what this snowboard performance course is all about. Making huge improvements in your technique, mastering the mountain and everything fun about snowboarding… think powder, drops, chutes and more.
An unforgettable experience I'd recommend to anyone.
Alice Marsh
11 Week Performance Course, Banff
I have loved every moment. From the staff to the people taking the course it has been amazing and I would recommend it to anyone thinking of doing it!
Andrew Thomson
11 Week Performance Course, Banff
We will train you at all three of Banff’s resorts – Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mt Norquay. The extensive riding and varied terrain across these three areas will keep you on your game throughout the season.
Crisp pistes to work on your technique and more challenging terrain to test yourself. One thing is for sure, you’ll never get bored.
Our team of snowboard coaches are the best of the best. Riding groups of similar ability, they will help develop your snowboarding technique and increase your confidence in all terrain from piste to powder.
You will receive four days of coaching each week and benefit from the experience of different instructors throughout the program.
We want you to leave Canada taking on the whole mountain and hitting terrain you never thought you could. In the first half of the course we use the CASI Level 1 instructor qualification to ensure you establish a technically sound foundation from which to develop your skills. Knowing the fundamentals of snowboard technique will put you in the best position to improve your own riding.
After the Level 1 you’ll take part in our exclusive All Mountain Pro (AMP) program. Designed to focus purely on your own snowboard performance, this is a super fun program where you’ll get coached across the entire mountain. You’ll focus on different elements of snowboarding each week and by the end of the course you’ll be riding powder, hitting drops and carving on piste with confidence and ease.
During the season you have the chance to experience tons of winter activities and trips as part of our MORE Program. With loads on offer, you can build your dream winter and make it one to remember.
Snowmobiling, cat boarding, lake skating, winter camping and trips to other resorts are just a few of the experiences on offer.
You’ll receive 25 credits ($250) to put towards the activities of your choice, and can pay additional supplements to add as many as you want once you’re in resort.
Renowned for a great nightly scene full of shops, restaurants, bars and more, Banff is constantly buzzing. And you’ll be on the doorstep of all the action at our accommodation in Irwin’s Mountain Inn or the neighbouring Red Carpet Inn.
Irwin’s has everything you need for a great stay, queen-sized beds, en-suites, cable TV and wi-fi, as well as a hot tub and gym. If you’re on a budget, the Red Carpet Inn is a great option with super social dorm rooms available.
In the first half of the program you'll train for your CSIA Level 1 before moving on to our All Mountain Pro program. You'll receive 20 hours coaching per week over four days. Your days off are for free skiing, consolidating what you've learnt and other activities. The maximum group size is 8 people per pro but typically they are even smaller.
You have the option of staying at Irwin's Mountain Inn, or in a triple room at the Red Carpet Inn. You'll have access to all the facilities at Irwin's Mountain Inn, including:
You'll be treated to a hearty breakfast at El Toro's five days per week. Options include coffee/tea, juices, cereals, toast, pastries, yogurt, fruit, as well as hot items like eggs, beans, sausages, hash browns or bacon.
Enjoy a deliscious meal at El Toro four evenings a week.
You'll be given a season lift pass to all three of Banff's resorts, so you can ski as much as you please. Come out early or stay on after, your lift pass will cover you.
If you arrive with the group flight (or land before), you can join the Nonstop transfer to the resort. All your transport within the resort is taken care of, just don't forget your gear.
Included in the course price is your Level 1 exam fee, which is held in week 5.
After your Level 1 you can choose to continue with our AMP program or, if you want to continue instructor training, you can opt for the Level 2 route.
Your host will ensure your course runs smoothly. They'll be on hand 24/7 for a chat, laugh, or to solve any problems.
You'll get two 90 minute private coaching sessions during the course, one before your Level 1 and another before your Level 2.
Throughout the program our coaches will make the most of technical video analysis to help with your development.
Each week you'll receive a technical talk on subjects like biomechanics, looking after your gear, and injury prevention.
Each week your host will organise team socials and après for all the group to get involved in.
You'll be able to get involved with many winter activities and experiences during your time with us, from cat skiing to ice hockey. We'll give you $250 worth of credits to use on the activities of your choice.
You'll have the opportunity to gain the following additional qualifications:
Come out before the course begins or stay on at the end. You'll have a season lift pass so it's just a case of booking extra accommodation.
These things are not included in the package:
We look forward to speaking with you.
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