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Read & learn more from our blog topics ranging from ski instructor course stories, international ski seasons, the most common ski injuries and how to avoid them and, how to get a working holiday visa for Canada to name a few.

March 8, 2023

Carving out a career in the Snow-sports industry with Rich Waldie

We caught up with Rich, who is our Ski School Manager at Mount Hutt. Continue below for the hear about Rich’s cool pathway in the ski indust

February 21, 2023

Ski Instructor Course Story: Q&A with Matilda Harding

Craving adventure? Matilda spend her Gap Year becoming a ski instructor in Japan. Read about her journey here.

November 7, 2022

EA Program Overview

EA is a community of like-minded souls that have a passion for the mountain lifestyle. The perfect slope. Ultimate Freedom.

October 26, 2022

What's it like doing a winter ski season in Japan

Tradition. Culture. Charm. Authenticity. Gastronomy. Hot spring onsen. World-class skiing. Powder, powder, powder. Japan has it all.

October 16, 2022

Get ahead – Canadian visa for winter 2022

What makes Canadian working visas such a hot commodity is the fact that there is a limited number available each year for each nationality.

July 13, 2022

What's it like doing a ski season in Canada?

Alluring mountains, abundant national parks, year-round adventure activities, & reputation for having the friendliest people on earth...

May 31, 2022

Ski instructor Course Story. Q&A with Zac Anderson

We caught up with one of our snowboard instructor course interns in NZ. Find out how Mikey's season with EA went in this Q&A and video.

November 16, 2021

How to Apply for a Working Holiday Visa for Canada in 2023

Everything you need to know about applying for a Canada working holiday visa in 2023. Here are our top tips & application process outline.

March 29, 2021

2021 EA Ski & Snowboard Photo and Video Competition

This year in 2021 we hosted our second annual photo and video competition for our interns. Tag us (#EASkiAndSnowboard).

March 10, 2021

How to Get a Canadian Working Holiday Visa in 2021

If you are over the age of 18 and considering a working holiday in Canada, you'll need to get a working holiday visa so you can get a job.

December 2, 2020

Ski Instructor Course vs Internship: What's best for you?

Most popular routes to becoming an instructor are through a ski instructor training course or an instructor internship.

August 10, 2020

What's it like doing a ski season in Switzerland

This guide includes everything you need to start planning your epic awesome winter season in Switzerland.

July 16, 2020

The ultimate guide to a Ski Season in New Zealand

Our guide to a ski season in New Zealand covers all you need to know, ski field info, accommodation tips, life hacks & popular activities.

May 20, 2020

Turn your passion into a career | Instructor Case Study & Video

As soon as he finished school in the UK he jumped straight onto our ski instructor course in Japan to turn that passion into a career.

May 20, 2020

Celebrating the Winter 2019/20 EA Ski Season

With the 2019/2020 ski season coming to an unexpected ending; we wanted to take a moment to share some awesome stuff our interns got up to.

December 12, 2019

A Ski Season in Queenstown by Mara E. Ozarchevici

Mara is instructing at Mt Seymour in her home city of Vancouver. Read her personal account of a EA Ski & Snowboard instructor course here.

November 14, 2019

Most common ski injuries and how to avoid them

Here are a few techniques and tricks you can use to minimise the risk of injuries this or any ski season.

October 16, 2019

How to become a ski instructor in Japan

Ski jobs in Japan might seem hard to come by but with the right training and resort contacts, this dream could be your reality.

October 9, 2019

Snowboard Instructor Course Story: Q&A with Mikey Hazzard in Queenstown

We caught up with Mikey Hazzard one of our snowboard instructor course interns in Queenstown for a few laps at Coronet Peak in New Zealand.

September 24, 2019

Four Reasons To Do A Ski Season in Japan

Some of the world's driest powder, varied terrain & minimal chairlift lines, Japan has become one of the best ski destinations in the world.

August 21, 2019

Top 10 reasons why you should become a ski instructor.

After years of debating the top reasons to become an instructor, we've finally managed to narrow it down to our official top 10.

July 15, 2019

Visualising a career as an instructor

Working as a ski or snowboard instructor doesn’t have to be a wild fantasy, it’s an achievable, rewarding career.

June 27, 2019

Where can an instructor internship take you?

We recently caught up with Matt Gillespie one of our EA Alumni from Lake Louise, Canada back in 2015/16.

May 8, 2019

2 common mistakes people make when planning their ski season

We’ve heard it all before, it may be cliché but it’s true. Taking that leap of faith to do your first season really can be life-changing.

April 17, 2019

Benefits of a gap year before university

If you’re finishing school and still thinking about what to study at university then maybe a gap year is for you.

March 18, 2019

How to travel alone without being lonely

Not only is a solo trip an opportunity to learn more about yourself, it also gives you the freedom to explore the world the way you want to.

March 15, 2019

Why SHOULDN’T you do a ski instructor course?

A ski instructor course is a fun valuable way to enjoy a winter gap, improve skiing, do world travel with one of the coolest jobs on earth.

March 8, 2019

Ski Instructor Story: Lydia Brian

We recently caught up with Lydia who is currently doing an 11-week ski instructing training course at Lake Louise in Canada.

March 8, 2019

Life as a female ski instructor: What it takes to get to the top

Jenny teaches at the Lake Louise ski resort in a profession where other women disappear once they reach a certain level. How does she do it?

February 20, 2019

Snowboard Instructor Story: Jon Heddou

We recently caught up with Jon Heddou who is currently working as a snowboard instructor at Niseko Go Snow.

February 15, 2019

Instructor Story: Q&A with Abie Jackson

We caught up with Abie Jackson who is currently working in Canada as a ski instructor with EA Ski & Snowboard at Lake Louise in Alberta.

January 30, 2019

Instructor Story: Q&A with Myrtille Heissat

Mymy was working as a surf instructor in Norway before joining EA Ski & Snowboard on a ski instructor internship in Japan.

January 8, 2019

What's it like doing a ski season in Japan?

Mountains, culture, cuisine, and demand, It's why so many EA Ski and Snowboard interns choose Japan to become instructors.

December 10, 2018

Is the ski instructor exam actually hard?

One misconception that exists in the ski industry is that only top-level skiers and snowboarders can become ski and snowboard instructors.

November 23, 2018

Should Snowboarders Become Ski Instructors?

Here's why you should take the time to consider becoming a dual qualified instructor with EA Ski and Snowboard on an instructor internship

November 23, 2018

How to become a ski instructor on a budget

Becoming a ski or snowboard instructor can lead you down an exciting career path with quality training & getting the right qualifications.

November 13, 2018

How to Become a Ski or Snowboard Instructor in Canada

Leaving university, thirsty for a career change or wanting to experience a winter gap year abroad, becoming a ski or snowboard instructor?

November 5, 2018

Instructor Story: Hannah Wilson

Hannah had recently completed her master's in physics at University when she decided to take a winter gap year and become a ski instructor.

November 2, 2018

Day in the life of a ski instructor

Three years on, Jess is still travelling the world working full time as a ski instructor. She gave us a sneak peek into how that looks.

October 26, 2018

Carving out a career in snow sports with James Winfield

Here are some key questions from the webinar that James and Ash answered, handy for anyone considering a career in snow sports.

October 16, 2018

Instructor Story: Josh Earle

Josh has successfully turned his love of skiing into a career. Read more in his story and advice here.

September 20, 2018

Working Holiday Visas for Japan: Everything You Need to Know

Here’s everything you need to know about getting a working holiday visa to join EA Ski & Snowboard in Japan this season.

September 19, 2018

Train this season at Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Revelstoke Mountain Resort: Enchanting skiers & snowboarders with its perfect powder, scenery, terrain opportunities since December 2007.

September 18, 2018

Instructor Story: Cody Plant

Since completing his ski instructor internship, Cody has travelled the world sharing his love of skiing & making pretty rad connections.

September 17, 2018

Instructor Story: Kurt McMahon

Kurt always dreamed over returning to Lake Tahoe one day and becoming a snowboard instructor. Read how he achieved his dream with EA here...

September 4, 2018

Instructor Story: Tom Chamineh

Tom was working as a Real Estate Investment Analyst in London. Ready to take a break he signed up for an EA snowboard instructor internship.

August 17, 2018

Ru's journey to becoming a ski instructor in Japan

The Japanese Alps we're calling Ru, and it was time to turn endless summers sailing into a winter season adventure!

August 17, 2018

Instructor Story: Nico Williams

Craving adventure, Nico Williams traded in his comfortable job as a security consultant to become a ski instructor in Japan. Read how here.

July 24, 2018

Four reasons to do a ski instructor course in Japan

Boasting some of the best driest powder, varied terrain & bearable chairlift wait times, Japan is one of the world's best ski destinations.

July 17, 2018

Your guide to becoming an instructor in Japan

Snowboarding in Japan is an activity on the bucket list of almost every intermediate to advanced level snowboarder around the world.

July 3, 2018

Why you should become a Dual Certified Instructor?

There a handful of reasons why it is a great idea to be an instructor who is certified under both disciplines of Skiing & Snowboarding.

May 11, 2018

Becoming a ski or snowboard instructor - Top advice

Joe Stephens shares his experience on EA's Ski and Snowboard Instructor Internship Course. It set him up with a career as a snow pro.

April 13, 2018

Philippa's top 10 reasons for recommending Niseko, Japan

Read Philippa's 10 reasons to go to Niseko, Japan on a winter gap year experience with EA Ski and Snowboard.

April 10, 2018

Becoming a ski instructor at Castle Mtn Resort

My biggest problem with Castle Mt is when we get to the top of the hill nobody can agree on what run to do as there are so many good ones.

March 23, 2018

Getting your working holiday visa for our courses

Anyone coming from outside of the country destination will normally need a valid visa type to work in an Instructor role. See our advice...

March 15, 2018

Live, work and play at Cypress Mountain in Canada

Mitch has a few points of what you need to know when heading to Cypress mountain on a gap year or winter season with EA Ski & Snowboard.

March 14, 2018

Top tips to make the most of Spring skiing in resort

Here at EA Ski & Snowboard, we have put together our list of tips to make the most of spring skiing in resort!

March 2, 2018

5 reasons why being a Snowsports instructor is the best job on the mountain

Why is ski instructing the best job on the mountain? It's sharing what you love with people that wouldn’t otherwise have that experience.

February 27, 2018

What's holding you back from your instructor dreams?

3 things that may be holding you back from your dream gap year & joining EA Ski and Snowboard to train, qualify & work as a ski instructor.

February 26, 2018

My experience - becoming a ski instructor in Niseko

Read here about Emily's experience of becoming a ski instructor in Niseko, Japan with EA Ski & Snowboard.

January 12, 2018

Becoming a CSIA ski instructor at Cypress ski resort

Mitch trains for and becomes a qualified ski instructor in Cypress, CANADA! Read about Mitch's experience here...

January 8, 2018

Completing an avalanche skills training course

If someone asks if you want to do an AST (Avalanche Skills Training) course.. do not hesitate.. say yes and worry later!

December 20, 2017

Training for and sitting the level one NZSIA exam

Read about Philippa's experience of training for and sitting the level one NZSIA exam at Niseko, Japan.

November 16, 2017

Canadian visa application process

To help you tackle the admin nightmare that is a Canadian visa application, we have put together this list of steps to get you started.

October 17, 2017

The Instructor Training Conundrum

The ski and snowboard instructing industry is a competitive place. People are finding it harder to get a job as an instructor. But why?

June 15, 2017

Choose Your Office

Many people shudder at the idea of leaving a stable job and a routine lifestyle, if that’s you, don’t continue reading...

June 9, 2017

Arriving in Queenstown to become a ski instructor

Read what Nora had to say about arriving in Queenstown, NZ to become a ski instructor with EA Ski and Snowboard.

May 12, 2017

EA Ski & Snowboard Intern wins Cypress Rookie of the year

Chase fills us in on what he enjoyed most about working as a Snowboard Instructor at Cypress and some inside tips!

May 1, 2017

Ski instructing jobs at Club Med Japan

Club Med, nestled at the foot of Japan's most impressive ski slopes, 30,000 ha+ of skiable terrain & easy access to Hokkaido’s backcountry.

March 16, 2017

Japan's newest hot spot | Rusutsu

Rusutsu. One of the most sought after snow destinations on the planet! EA Ski & Snowboard has some top tips for surviving a winter in Japan!

March 3, 2017

Ski Instructing Jobs Switzerland

EA Ski Instructor Courses in Switzerland for skiers at least intermediate level, want to learn how to rip up the mountain and teach others.

February 22, 2017

What are ski school employers looking for?

Kia, from Cypress mountain, tells us about what Ski Schools are looking for after completing the EA Ski and Snowboard Training Courses.

February 10, 2017

Snowboard Instructor Internship Castle Mountain

Read all about Jordan Pierce's Snowboard Instructor Internship at Castle Mountain, Calgary, Canada...

January 13, 2017

From School Teacher to Ski Instructor in Canada

Lorna has made the transition from school teacher to ski instructor student, embarking on a career change into the mountains...

December 19, 2016

From Snowboarder to a Qualified Ski Instructor

We caught up with Matt to ask him a few questions about how his ski internship is going at the Big White Ski resort in Alberta, Canada!

December 9, 2016

Meet Tristan... Our Ski USA specialist!!

Meet Tristan... the newest member on our team of EA Training Consultants. Tristan is the person to talk to about skiing & riding in the USA.

September 27, 2016

Why Jordan Myers chose Canyons Ski School

Read all about why Jordan Myers chose Canyons Ski School in Japan & why EA stood out as a great opportunity to get into the ski industry.

October 28, 2015

Ski Instructor Courses in California

California has some of the most famous prestigious ski resorts on the globe, which have helped create some famous skiers and snowboarders...

February 10, 2015

A winter season in the USA | Emma Smith

Our 2014 EA Instructor Scholarship winner Emma Ross Smith. Emma is training / working as a ski instructor at Northstar, Tahoe, USA.

October 31, 2014

Ski and Snowboard Tuning guide

For the cost of a few shop tunes, you can outfit yourself with the tools you need to keep your skis/snowboards performing in top condition..

January 9, 2014

First few days as a ski instructor | Moana Meyer

Based in Cypress, Canada, Moana Meyer is living the dream training / working. Life after exams & day-to-day of being an ski instructor...

January 5, 2014

A season at Northstar | Victoria Gorman

EA’s 2013 Ski instructor Course Scholarship winner Victoria Gorman has begun her experience of a lifetime at Tahoe, USA.

December 19, 2013

Ski instructor training wrap up

Read about how Nigel Sainsbury is reaching the end of training to becoming an internationally qualified ski instructor at Norquay in Canada!

December 19, 2013

Preparing for the CSIA Level 1 exam | Moana Meyer

Moana Meyer is one of our interns who is based at Cypress in Canada for the EA ski instructor course. Its crunch time - exams!

December 16, 2013

Anna Blog - arriving in Big White

Anna is currently living the ski bunny dream at Big White, Canada. Check update on how things are going on her EA Ski Instructor course...

December 11, 2013

Victoria heads to Northstar USA

Victoria is another of our EA interns completing her training and qualifications to become a ski instructor at Northstar in Tahoe, USA!

December 10, 2013

Ski training at Norquay Mountain

Find out what it takes to be a Ski Instructor at Norquay, Banff, Canada with Nigel Sainsbury, currently training for his CSIA qualification.

December 10, 2013

EA Snowboard Instructor Course - Jackson Gillis - Blog 1

Next up on our blog and in line for an EA Snowboard Instructor Course is Jackson Gillis, writing in from Norquay in Banff, Canada...

November 28, 2013

Canada ski instructor course - First Blog

Here is Nigel's first blog before EA's ski instructor course kicks off, and a look at his epic beard before it sadly disappears...

November 28, 2013

An interview with Joshua ahead of his winter season

Joshua's about to head to dreamy snowy Canada! Here he'll become a ski instructor, joining EA's ski & snowboard on their instructor course.

September 9, 2013

The Level 1 NZSIA Exam

It was one hard but rewarding week for Bryce Wilson on EA's Ski instructor courses, as the interns take on the level 1 ski instructor exam!

March 5, 2013

Jock becomes a qualified instructor

Here is a course diary update fresh from EA's Ski Instructor Course in Japan from Jock Robinson.....

February 13, 2013

Ski Instructor Training - What's the training like?

We've had a few questions about what the training actually involves in a ski or snowboard instructor training or internship course with us.

October 3, 2011

Japan powder and culture overview

Japan is the perfect destination to become an instructor. Here's an insight of what the snow's like in Japan, and what else you can expect.

June 9, 2011

How To Search With Your Avalanche Beacon

Use this five-step primer on how to search for a victim buried by an avalanche then practice, a lot.

May 5, 2011

How to Sharpen Your Ski/snowboard Edges

Read all about how to sharpen and fine tune your Skis and Snowboard edges in this informative blog post.