Why not take some time out?

If you need a break from the day-to-day routine of the workplace or a complete change of career, our courses can provide the inspiration or direction you may be looking for. Many delegates who have completed one of our courses have left their old lives behind and embarked on a new career as an instructor. We can help turn your dreams into reality!

           

Quotes:

“An excellent blend of freeriding and tutorial. The course has improved my riding to a higher level and furthered my knowledge of snowboarding. I now have the skills and ability to make a career change!!”.

Heath Wakelin, Cardrona, New Zealand 2007

"After 8 years in Engineering I decided to change career and train to be an Instructor, and after selling my house and car, I booked the International Academy course in Whistler after finding it on the internet. I expected to make some new friends, have fun skiing, learn new skills, and leave with some qualifications. The course surpassed all expectations. I’ve made some life long friends from so many different backgrounds. The skiing is the best in the world and Whistler Blackcomb resort is massive. The instructors are all really friendly and professional. The Crystal staff and Chalet facilities are great. Whilst here I’ve completed an avalanche awareness course, first aid course, Level 1 ski instructor course and been heli-skiing, all of which I’d do again without hesitation. I will hopefully be using my qualifications in NZ this summer or in North America or Europe next winter".

Robert Wilson, Whistler 2007

"I am very pleased to have done the course and am very much in love with skiing and instructing. I now work at Lake Louise Ski School, I am going back for my fourth season. It is a great place to learn and an even better place to work! If you are an outgoing sociable person with a passion for snow and all things that go with it you really should give this a shot!!!"

Onnor Collister, Lake Louise 2002

   

"I think that the International Academy is a great scheme. It gives you an opportunity to try something different. Something that, growing up in London, you think you could never achieve. The course is well thought out, set up and a great experience for all those taking part. I am now beginning my fifth season at Lake Louise, I have a house in Banff, a beautiful Canadian wife, a gorgeous nine month old son and a lifetime of skiing ahead of me".

Jon Abrahams, Lake Louise 2001