Tell me about Verbier Ski Resort
Located in the Four Valleys, Verbier is Switzerland’s largest ski resort, and one of the world’s largest linked ski areas. It should be on every skier's bucket list. Offering incredible views, epic terrain, reliable powder and your pick of après ski locations all linked by high-class lifts. EA's ski instructor course takes place at Adrenaline Ski School. This is a suitable destination for intermediate to advanced skiers looking for nightlife, radical skiing, and decadent Swiss cuisine.
Verbier Ski Resort Facts
Verbier and the Four Valleys offer 410 kilometres of ski runs and 93 ski lifts, all included in your ONE ski pass!
Verbier is situated facing the south and because of the high elevation has been able to enjoy copious amounts of snow and extended seasons!
This means just a short stroll to the lifts and more time on snow
When you join a ski instructor course you will learn from world-class trainers and gain an NZSIA level 1 ski instructor certification.
XSpeed where top ski racers go over 200 km an hour and Verbier Ride the top free-skiing competitions in the world.
How to become a Ski Instructor at Verbier
We offer two ways to become an instructor at Adrenaline Ski School Verbier, a ski instructor internship and ski instructor internship plus. you don't have to worry too much about these now, our team can help you choose the right one based on your season goals and skills - but check out some of the inclusions and benefits!
SKI INTERNSHIP
- Accommodation during training
- World-class training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Guaranteed job offer
- Employee season pass
- Level One training
- Level One exam costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- Future job opportunities with our network of 30+ resort partners around the world
- Program managers at each location
- Training webinars
- Discounted flights and insurance
PRICE
$9,975 USD
SKI INTERNSHIP PLUS
- Accommodation during training
- World-class training
- Internationally recognised qualification
- Guaranteed job offer
- Employee season pass
- Level One training
- Level One exam costs
- Association membership
- Mountain transfers
- Future job opportunities with our network of 30+ resort partners around the world
- Program managers at each location
- Training webinars
- Discounted flights and insurance
- First Aid certificate
- Advanced technical and theory training
- Level Two instructor training
- On-snow analysis
- Avalanche safety course
PRICE
$12,975 USD
Living and working at Verbier
You will work and train with Adrenaline Ski School Verbier. Adrenaline, one of the longest running ski schools in the area, is owned and operated by experienced locals.
When you join EA on an instructor internship in Verbier, you will receive a job offer to work in Adrenaline Ski School as well as a full Four Valleys Season staff ski pass. All interns who complete their Level One exam and can ski to an acceptable standard will receive an instructor job offer.
Approximate pay rates for ski instructing in your first year are 18 Swiss Francs per hour. However, as with any ski school, there is no guarantee of hours over the season as it can vary with snow and ski lesson demand. In the past years, the price of food and drink in Verbier is standard for a ski resort. It’s not cheap, but once you are settled in and know where the local hangouts are you will be able to find the best deals, and an instructor uniform can help.
Message from Ski School Verbier Director
Luca Voisin; Director and Owner – Adrenaline Ski School Verbier.
What about accommodation?
EA trainees stay in the heart of Verbier village at the Maison Accueil Paroisse located only a short distance from the lifts. This is shared dorm style accommodation with all the comforts of home.
Included in your accommodation:
- Ski and snowboard storage
- Kitchen and bathroom facilities
- Communal living and dining area
- Free Wi-Fi
- Right in the heart of Verbier Village
- Close to bus stop, shops, restaurants and bars
EA provide accommodation during training and while you sit your exams. EA will help EA interns find alternative accommodation in Verbier when they start working.
Certification Overview
Our Ski and Snowboard Internship at Verbier, Switzerland allows you to obtain a globally recognised qualification with the NZSIA (New Zealand Ski Instructors Alliance).
The NZSIA has a long-standing history and has been training and qualifying ski instructors in its system since 1971. It is internationally recognised as a well-established, professional provider and has a reputation for high-quality and knowledge. NZSIA instructors can competently perform and
teach on snow in many cultures and conditions.
This qualification can take you anywhere.
Meet our program manager, Stan
Reviews from EA Alumni
"This is the place to come if you like freeriding and interested in becoming an EA Intern ...see more
We've passed our BASI level 1 and now we are training for our level 2. The training has been really good and varied. ...see more
It's been a great season, I really love being in Verbier, there is so much to do. The courses is great, the training was really good. The nightlife the apres, it's a great place to be. ...see more
It has been a great season I'd recommend doing a winter season to anybody, I was going to head to university and now I think I'm going to do this for the rest of my life. ...see more
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