Ski and snowboard instructor course
CSIA / CASI Level 1 Instructor Certification
Part of the route toSki & Snowboard Instructor·Safety ticket
A 3-day intensive on-snow certification course qualifying skiers and snowboarders to instruct beginners and children at commercial mountain resorts.
How long
3 Days
Cost
$549–$610
Schools
11 in BC
🏫Where you can take this: 11 schools
THE ROUTE
How this program works, step by step
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The route (8 steps)
1Grade 11 Preparation
2Grade 12 Graduation
3Admissions & Prerequisites
4Application Process
5Program Curriculum
6Where to Take It
7Licensing & Certification
8Career Destination
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STEP BY STEP
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Step 1 of 6
What you need to get in
- Minimum 14 years of age for CASI snowboarding or 15 years of age for CSIA skiing
- Competent parallel skier or confident snowboarder on intermediate blue groomed trails
- Must provide personal ski or snowboard equipment, helmet, and valid resort lift pass for course days
- Minimum 14 years of age for snowboarding (CASI) or 15 years for skiing (CSIA)
- Confident parallel skiing or riding ability on all intermediate blue runs
2
Step 2 of 6
How to apply
- Register online through the Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance (CSIA) or Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI)
- Courses scheduled from November through April at mountain resorts across British Columbia
- Course registration fee of $552.98 CAD (Early) or $608.28 CAD (Regular) plus annual association dues
3
Step 3 of 6
Ski and snowboard instructor course
⏱ 3 Days- 3 consecutive days (24 hours) of on-snow instruction, video feedback, and practical teaching workshops
- Step-by-step beginner teaching progression from first-time equipment fitting to linked sliding turns
- Class management, youth teaching psychology, and mountain safety rules under the Alpine Responsibility Code
- Personal riding analysis, stance balance, edging mechanics, and turn shape demonstrations
4
Step 4 of 6
Where to take it
⏱ 11 schools in BC- Big White Ski Resort Snow School — 3 days ($610)
- Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance & CASI — 3 days ($553 – $608)
- Cypress Mountain Snow School — 3 days (Not published)
- Grouse Mountain Snow School — 3 days (Not published)
- Hart Snow School — 3 days (Not published)
- Mount Washington Alpine Resort Snow School — 3 days (Not published)
- Mt. Seymour Snow School — 3 days (Not published)
- Revelstoke Mountain Sports School — 3 days ($549)
- and 3 more, see the list below
5
Step 5 of 6
Exams and registration after
- Continuous practical evaluation during the 3-day course by an accredited Level 3 or 4 course conductor
- Level 1 Instructor certification card and national teaching membership recognized across Canada
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Step 6 of 6
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SCHOOLS
Where you can take this(11 schools)
Compare tuitions, campus locations, and delivery formats across approved institutions in British Columbia.
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Duration3 days
Tuition$610
DeliveryIn-Person
“Certified 3-day on-snow CSIA Level 1 instructor training at Big White Ski Resort developing beginner teaching methodology and technical demonstration skills.”
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Duration3 days
Tuition$553 – $608
DeliveryIn-Person
“National Level 1 ski and snowboard instructor certification standard delivered at host mountain resorts across BC with central registration via CASI/CSIA.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“National Level 1 ski and snowboard instructor certification clinic hosted at Cypress Mountain covering entry-level teaching progressions and risk management.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Three-day on-mountain course teaching beginner instructional methods, customer service, and technical demonstrations with Grouse Mountain Snow School.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryHybrid
“Blended certification pathway in Prince George combining digital candidate prep modules and workbook review with 3 days of on-snow practical instruction.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Vancouver Island flagship 3-day instructor clinic delivering beginner student instruction, ski/snowboard biomechanics, and on-snow practical evaluation.”
🌲
Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Practical on-snow ski and snowboard instructor training preparing candidates to meet national Level 1 standards and beginner lesson delivery on Mt. Seymour.”
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Duration3 days
Tuition$549
DeliveryIn-Person
“Intensive 3-day instructor certification clinic delivering beginner lesson planning, mountain safety, and practical guest coaching at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Fraser Valley regional 3-day instructor certification workshop focusing on beginner group dynamics, terrain selection, and safety guidelines.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Comprehensive 3-day national instructor certification clinic and rookie training workshops delivered by certified evaluators at Sun Peaks Resort.”
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Duration3 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Official 3-day CSIA / CASI Level 1 certification courses on Whistler Mountain teaching beginner lesson progressions, class safety, and skiing/riding technique.”