Why become a snowboard instructor ?
May 20th, 2025
Why become a snowboard instructor ?
Here are 5 reasons to start now
Snowboarding isn’t just a sport its a lifestyle, a career path, an amazing opportunity to be part of an awesome community and connect with like minded people who share the same passion. Whether you are a teenager thinking about the next step or someone looking for a career change or wanting to grow your riding skills. Becoming a snowboard instructor can be life changing.
Build a skill set
Being a snowboard instructor is way more than being able to ride at high speed. You will develop skills that are important in all walks of life:
Communication
Leadership
Responsibility
Problem solving
Customer Service
Turn a passion into a purpose
If you love snowboarding, why not take some time to learn the skills needed to teach other which is an exceptionally rewarding experience. You will have the opportunity to ride lots !
Enhance your University or career profile
For students an instructor training course will show maturity, independence and dedication. A BASI level one is equivalent to 7 UCAS points. The BASI system has been working with the university of Edinburgh to aligned the system. The BASI system is also aligned with the European Qualification Framework (EQF). Quailifactions will also set you apart when creating a C.V and will help enhance your overall profile.
Travel
Once qualified you can work in different countries, mountain ranges and resorts across the globe. From Europe to Canada, From Japan to New Zealand. A qualification will give you a ticket to be abe to work and and travel with many adventures along the way.
Join a community
By becoming a snowboard instructor you will be joining an amazing community who all share a deep passion for life in the mountains.
Start your journey with us
Come join our Snowboard instructor training course in Verbier, Switzerland. We have offer one of the leading courses on the market, please get in touch for more details or check out our instructor training here