SnowSkool Blog

Skiing vs. Snowboarding - which is faster?

It’s a question that’s been around as long as both snowsports have: which is faster - skiing or snowboarding?

With both sports relying heavily on gravity to get from top to bottom, perhaps it’s not as simple as you think? Unfortunately, we think it is.

But let’s look at the detail:

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What can ski instructors do in the summer off-season?

During the ski season, there is a great demand for instructors in ski resorts all over the world. However, as the off-season approaches the demand reduces and vanishes. So, what should ski instructors do during the summer to keep a paycheck coming in while waiting for the ski season to start again?

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How to become a ski instructor in Austria

It's no wonder skiing in Austria is so popular and all of the elements that make it so can be enjoyed by ski instructors, too. Which is why so many people want to work there, as well as go there on ski holidays.

But where to start with getting a job as a ski instructor in Austria? Let’s break the process down step by step.

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Why become a Ski Instructor? 5 Reasons…

If you're thinking of becoming a ski or snowboard instructor this year - then here are 5 reasons why it's a great career to get going with:

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How to become a ski instructor in China

Here is our 5-step guide on how to become a ski instructor in China – to make the passage simpler for those tempted by this new (but far from forbidden) fruit.

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CSIA Level 2 Exam Guide

The final stop for skiers on our Banff and Big White courses is the CSIA Level 2. Our trainees have an extremely consistent 90%+ pass rate when they go on to tackle Level 2, however that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t be prepared to stand the best chance of passing:

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**EXPIRED** - PRICE FREEZE! - Jan 2020 Ski & Snowboard Instructor Courses Now Available to Book!

We are ready to take bookings in advance for 2020 course start dates and are currently offering an early-bird price freeze. These courses and prices are available to book now!

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How to Become a Ski Instructor in Chile, South America

With the growing interest in emerging ski resorts around the world, the popularity towards skiing in Chile (and also Argentina) is increasing and so is the number of instructors looking for jobs there.

So, here is our guide on how to become an instructor in South America, in 5-steps:

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Gap year ski instructor courses: 5 reasons you should do one

If you are thinking about taking some time off between School and Uni, or between Uni and the commencement of a career, and looking for some inspiration, it is likely that you’ll have come across the option to do a ski instructor course as part of a gap year.

It sounds like a great option but let’s try to find out if this is the right thing for you to do. 

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How to become a ski instructor in Andorra - Interview

Andorra is a bit of a hidden gem when it comes to ski instructing. Find out what it's like and how to become a ski instructor in this tiny mountain nation.

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