Meribel BASI 1 & 2
Ski Instructor Courses Meribel
France
The season of a lifetime
Fastrack your dreams to qualify as a ski instructor while spending a winter in the world-famous resort of Meribel. Famous for its vast ski area and lively party atmosphere, this is the ideal European resort to kick-start your instructor career. As the season progresses, your skiing will transform as you work towards the internationally recognised BASI 1 & 2 Qualification. In 11 weeks we have to fit in piste performance training, freeride and freestyle sessions with sponsored athletes, and of course your BASI exams. Don’t worry though there is still time for the odd apres ski session at the Folie or Rond Point. If you are thinking about doing a ski instructor course in Meribel then look no further.
What’s Included?
The Resort
Have you searched for the perfect ski instructor courses Meribel? Well, now you’ve found it!
A skiers paradise set in a stunningly picturesque town. You will instantly feel at home and never want to leave. Whatever your level, Meribel will surprise and challenge you time and time again. From wide open powder fields to hidden tree runs, mogul lines and world cup pistes the skiing has something for everyone.
Based at the heart of the enormous 3 Valley’s the worlds largest ski area, you have access to 5 of Europes best ski resorts. From the snow-sure peaks in Val Thoren with steep north-facing couloirs and wide-open powder fields right across to the myriad of secret tree runs in Courchevel. The only way to experience the best Meribel has to offer is to spend a season here and learn from a local.
Away from the snow, Meribel has a buzzing atmosphere. With live music and World-class DJ’s playing from dusk till dawn. If you want a season where you can do everything, then look no further.
Our Coaches
Our coaches are handpicked from our teams across the Alps to reach your potential, cement your love for the sport and show you the best terrain on the mountain. All of our coaches are qualified to the highest internationally recognised level, and many are BASI examiners. Meaning they know precisely what you have to do when the exams roll around. During the course, you will become versatile all-mountain skiers capable of tackling anything the mountain throws at you. Your training will develop your skiing in all areas from Piste Performance to freestyle, building your technical understanding and honing your teaching skills.
Whatever your goal, this program provides the best way to advance your skiing and continue your progression. With all the training, kit and support you need to become one of the world’s best instructors or take your riding to a level that will make others envious.
New Generation ski instructor training centres Meribel residential programme is an11 week course. Training for eight weeks of this course is delivered by New Generation. The other three weeks of this course are provided by BASI Trainers supplied and approved by BASI under our BASI Partner Agreement.
Josh Maddison
Zoe Campbell
Dan Wilson
The Accommodation
We know that one of the most important parts of creating a successful residential ski instructor training course is the accommodation and food. A good nights sleep, somewhere comfortable to relax in your downtime and a tasty meal to keep your energy up to make sure you can keep up on and off the slopes. For this reason, all our students stay in chalets, not hotels or apartments. You all eat together in your teams with home-cooked meals prepared by your host. Breakfast is supplied every day with lunch, dinner and even afternoon tea five days a week.
Chalet Casse Noix has five twin rooms, each with a bathroom. A massive open plan living area and a ski room equipped with servicing benches. The living area is the perfect chill out area, with huge comfy sofas, British TV and Wifi. Once spring rolls around, there is also a garden for chilling in the sun. Don’t take our word for it though – check out the video.
The Qualifications
During the program, you’ll work towards your BASI (British Association of Snowsports Instructors) Level 1 & 2. BASI offers a great route into the industry, with the Level 2 being recognised in ski schools around the globe, from right here in Europe to Japan, New Zealand and China to name a few.
The BASI level 2 will open doors to teaching clients of all ages on marked runs within the resort boundary. If you are looking at doing this programme as part of a gap year, then the BASI 2 has a few added benefits. It is aligned with the EQF (European Qualifications Framework) meaning you can use it to help secure access to further education. You will also find that during your university holidays there are plenty of opportunities to head out to the Alps and teach during the peak weeks.
Not quite what you were looking for?
Choosing the right course for you is an essential part of the process and will make your experience far more rewarding. If this course is not quite right then why not look at some of our other ski instructor courses?
Go Deeper
If our ski instructor courses in Meribel weren’t what you were after… Find out more about our Courchevel Ski Instructor Courses and life as an instructor. Our journal has entries from past students, current coaches and guest athletes to help you make the most of your course.
