What's included in the package

Course packages and prices will vary from one programme or activity to another.

Skiing/Snowboarding

    

Our ski and snowboard instructor training programmes in Canada, USA and New Zealand include:

• Flights (between London airports and destination)

• Airport transfers

• Accommodation (shared)

• Weekday breakfasts

• Weekday evening meals

• Resort transfers (if applicable)

• Season / lift pass

• Services of a representative

• Instructor training (approximately 20 hours per week)

• Level 1 / Certificate in Snowsports Instruction / Stage 1 course

• Level 1 / Certificate in Snowsports Instruction / Stage 1 exam fee

• Level 2 course training (12 week courses in Canada)

• National Governing Body manuals / materials

• Recreational Avalanche Course – learn how to read the snow pack, use a transceiver and how to travel in the backcountry

• First Aid Course

• Shadowing instructors / work experience

• Video analysis and feedback

• Theory sessions

• Ski and snowboard tuning clinics

• Ski jacket

• Professional photography - group / action shots

• Job search assistance / advice

• On successful completion of an International Academy course, the option of winter employment at a Crystal Holidays resort - type of work offered is subject to age and interview.

Lake Louise Nov 08 & Jan 09 courses also include a free heli-skiing trip!

The training programme consists of approximately 20 hours per week of instruction, typically from Mondays to Thursdays (with Fridays to Sundays free). You will be taught in groups of up to 8 per instructor to develop your technical and teaching skills, and to prepare you as best as possible for the examinations.

Keeping well nourished over the duration of the course is very important, and weekday breakfasts and evening meals are included in the package. For Whistler Blackcomb, two-course meals are prepared in the chalets six days a week by a qualified chalet host. For Lake Louise, meals are taken at a variety of restaurants in Banff, giving you a choice of sampling some Canadian, Chinese, Japanese, Mexican, Italian or Greek cuisine. For Cardrona, meals are also taken at different restaurants in the town of Wanaka.

Flights and transfers are also included in the package for all of our courses. For Cardrona (New Zealand), you do have the option of paying a supplement for a Round the World flight ticket in order to make the most of your trip to the other side of the world.

Scuba Diving, Flying and Helicopter courses

Flights, transfers, accommodation and training are included in the scuba diving, flying and helicopter course packages. Depending on the choice of resort, the accommodation will vary from full board, half board, self catering or room only basis. These courses are very intensive and the majority of your time will be spent either training or covering the theory/manuals as you work towards gaining your qualifications.

Why choose Crystal International Academy

Our ski and snowboard instructor training courses have been running for many years, and Crystal has strong working relationships with the world class resorts. Crystal is the largest ski operator in the UK with a proven track record and excellent reputation in the ski industry. We feature a range of different accommodations for our International Academy courses to suit various budgets and tastes, and offer full ATOL bonding and financial protection.

Our courses are run by the resident ski & snowboard, scuba diving or flying schools. The instructors take pride in their experience, knowledge and ability, and they look forward to sharing it with you. For some, the courses will enable you to develop your skills in the activity you enjoy and gain recognised qualifications. For others, the courses may be the starting point for an exciting new career. In short, you will reap the rewards from a high quality training and personal development programme. You will also get to meet a diverse range of people and probably make friends for life.

Whatever your motivations may be for choosing a Crystal International Academy course, you’re sure to benefit from a memorable, rewarding and potentially life-changing experience.