What are the five world’s greatest ski runs?

9th June 2023 There are hundreds - thousands - of ski runs for you to choose from across the world, from Canada to France, Italy to Switzerland. All have their merits, this much is true - but when it comes to the best of the best, which ones come out on top?

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How to do a ski season: A 8-step guide for budding adventurers

2nd June 2023 There are so many ways how to do a ski season, and not one way to do it right.

You might have an appetite for adventure, a desire to let yourself go for a few months by partying away the nights after long days of ski instructing. Or you might be one for the smaller things in life, basking in the panoramic mountain views and curling up in the evenings with a hot choc. Either way, there are plenty of things to sink your teeth (and skis) into.

And in this guide to working a ski season, we’ll get you started in the right direction so you can tailor the trip to your needs: pathways, planning and travel advice included.

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Snow Skool Graduate News and Views

25th May 2023 Alumni round up from across our Snow Skool resorts in Canada, France and New Zealand. Snow Skoolers come from a variety of backgrounds and for a variety of reasons. Everyone has a different experience but one theme that remains constant across these stories, is LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE. Read on to find out how ...

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Ski & Snowboard Instructor Courses - Guide for Parents

19th May 2023 From your child’s point of view our courses will always look like the best thing since sliced bread: on snow seven days a week with like-minded individuals, spending time abroad with access to an incredible social scene and extra off-snow excursions. As well as a recognised qualification at the end. What’s not to love? However, it can be more daunting from a parents’ point of view.

Here's our guide for parents of those wanting to do ski and snowboard instructor courses.

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10 astonishing sabbatical travel ideas for intrepid travellers

5th May 2023 Always had a hankering to go globe trotting? Feel like you need to press the restart button to get your work-life balance back on track? We feel you! That’s why we’ve put together this unbeatable list of sabbatical travel ideas, so if you’ve got a career break lined up or are considering one, you’ll know exactly what to do with it.

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SnowSkool NZ starts on the 1st July 2023 ... and there is ONE SPACE LEFT …

29th April 2023 SnowSkool have one place left on our New Zealand Cardrona instructor course. Does it have your name on it? It's a mega opportunity to hone your skills on the hill and discover one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Not to mention throwing open the gates to an endorpin filled career on the slopes worldwide. Read on to find out more ...

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How to become a ski instructor in Canada in record time

14th April 2023 What does a Piña Colada and a budding ski instructor in Canada have in common? They both require a careful blend of knowledge, practice and technique to achieve smooth results...

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SnowSkool Diaries ‘23: Banff, Final Weeks

7th April 2023 Some bitterly cold weather (-30 degrees C!) thankfully didn't last and we had great weather for our exam weeks and lots of passes - congrats guys!

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SnowSkool Banff 2024 - Find out why you should get booking this awesome ski instructor course now!

4th April 2023 This is our fabulous smiley happy (and qualified!) class of 2023 soon to be setting off on their post course adventures. It's been an incredible season with 60 clients from many different countries. Could this be you next year? Class of 2024? SnowSkool Banff is 'The Original' SnowSkool (est 2003), and still the best, longest, most fun and fantastic value course on your list ... Read on to discover more ...

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