If you're dreaming of swapping your 9–5 for fresh cord and bluebird days, getting a ski instructor qualification is the first move toward living the mountain lifestyle.
At EA Ski and Snowboard Training, we offer the fastest and most supported pathway into the snow sports industry. Our world-class training programs are designed for intermediate skiers, combining world class coaching with internationally recognised certifications that open doors at ski schools at the most stash laden snow locations around the world.
Not sure where to start? We've broken it down in our 10 Step Guide on How to Become a Ski Instructor Guide—the ultimate resource for anyone ready to chase endless winter. Whether you're planning a gap year, taking a career break, or going all-in on a snow sports career, this guide covers everything from choosing the right resort to landing your first paid job on the mountain. It's your ticket to travel the world, meet new shred buddies, and ride epic terrain every day.
🔗 Read the 10-Step Ski Instructor Qualification Guide
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How to Get a Ski Instructor Qualification: Train, Certify and Land Your Dream Job in One Epic Season
The process is straightforward and packed with stoke. You’ll start by choosing from over 30 top resorts across Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, and the USA. Once enrolled, you’ll begin with intensive on-snow training led by our experienced instructors who know what it takes to succeed. Through EA’s ski instructor internship programs, you’ll work toward achieving your Level 1 or Level 2 certification with leading bodies like NZSIA, CSIA, and BASI. From carving sweet turns to teaching real clients, you will build the skills and confidence needed to become a ski instructor.
What makes EA Ski and Snowboard Training stand out is our all-in-one approach. You’ll not only get high-quality training, but also a guaranteed job offer, season-long accommodation, lift passes, and full support with visas, gear, and travel. It’s everything you need to go from passionate skier to paid instructor in one epic season for the books. You will be supported from day one and backed by a global community of instructors, coaches, and alumni who live and breathe snow.
Watch this quick video for a peek into what your first ski season with EA Ski and Snowboard Training could look like:
Whether you're taking a gap year, wanting a career change, or chasing winter across the world, EA Ski and Snowboard Training gives you a trusted platform to start strong and keep progressing. The mountain lifestyle is amazing and you get paid to shred the mountain on fibreglass with friends, immerse yourself in a new culture, grow as a person, and have a ski season that you will tell your grandkids about one day.
Here's some real life instructor stories:
- Chasing Winter: Ash Inspiring Snowboard Instructor journey.
- Stephanie's Career break as a ski instructor in New Zealand
- Harry's gap year as a ski instructor in Canada
Ready to qualify as a ski instructor? See if you qualify HERE
Why EA Ski and Snowboard Training?
EA Ski and Snowboard Training is the world's largest and most reputable ski and snowboard instructor communities. Besides being one of the worlds largest ski instructor communities, the unique opportunity to offer a job placement. This means that, as long as you pass the exam, we can guarantee a job offer at a ski school.
“So become a ski or snowboard instructor with us! Get training + qualifications + job offer – all in one season with EA Ski and Snowboard Training”
We awaken the spirit of freedom and adventure by connecting skiers and boarders around the world with epic jobs at some of the most snow-laden ski schools in the World. EA is a community of like-minded souls that have a passion for the mountain lifestyle. The perfect slope. Ultimate Freedom.
