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Verbier BASI 1 & 2 Ski Instructor Course

Spending a season in the epic resort of Verbier is a great way to kickstart your career & qualify as a ski instructor. Famed for its incredible freeride terrain and lively party scene, this is the ideal European resort to work and party towards your goals. Training alongside our level 4 training team you will genuinely transform your skiing while surrounded by a massive crew of like-minded people. Spend a season immersed in one of the world’s greatest resorts while you work towards internationally recognised qualifications.

Level

Our BASI 1 & 2 courses can take those who are already comfortable on all red runs through to their BASI level 2. We advise that students have had around 8 weeks of ski experience and are at the very least a level 4 on our level guide.

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Course Length:

10 Weeks

Qualifications Included

BASI Level 1 & 2

Outdoor First Aid Course

Average Age:

18 – 24

Course Type

Ski Instructor Course

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Introduction What’s included?Meet your Coaches The Accommodation Course Schedule

Introduction

There are very few, if any, resorts in Europe that beat Verbier as a base to start your Ski instructor Career. Our Coaching team is made up of some of the highest qualified instructors in Verbier and many are BASI Examiners. All hold specialist off-piste and Freestyle qualifications and are perfectly placed to help you make massive changes to your skiing.

Unlike other programmes that use a one size fits all programme we tailor the training to our students with much more individual coaching and the smallest groups for coaching of any provider in Verbier. Our flexible training meets the needs of our students and is only ever delivered by fully qualified BASI instructors.

While working towards your BASI level 2, you will spend time race training in gates/stubbies on the Bruson Stade, in the park with Freestyle coaches, in the bumps, working on Piste-Performance and off-course skiing some of the incredible Freeride Terrain that Verbier has to offer. This combination of training helps you become a rounded skier and talented instructor.

As with all of our long residential courses, Avalanche equipment is included as standard. Avalanche safety and rescue training are essential skills for any aspiring Freeriders. Our team focus on developing these skills throughout the course, and by the end of the programme, you will be able to safely navigate off-piste without a guide.

What’s Included?

Full Season Lift Pass
For the entire ski area
Yours to keep for the season.
280 Hours of Training
Throughout the Course
Your training is split into sections as follows

210 Hours of Personal Performance Training

35 Hours in the BASI Level 1

35 Hours of Ski School Shadowing
Transfers from Geneva
Return
We will organise transfers from Geneva to Verbier. We care about our impact on the environment and choose electric vehicles where possible. If arriving by train we can pick you up from Le Chable train station.
Language Lessons
Online Tuition and App access
We use the Rosetta Stone Enterprise package. This gives you access to unlimited online tuition with certified teachers and use of their app.
BASI Level 1 & 2 Exam
The BASI Level 1 exam is a 4-day course and the BASI Level 2 a 10-day course. These are pass or fail exams and will require you to focus.
Avalanche Safety Equipment
Transceiver, Shovel and Probe.
This equipment is yours to keep and we provide extensive training on how to use it properly. You will need a backpack to keep your shovel and probe in while skiing.
Accommodation
For the duration of the course
Please see the accommodation tab for full details.
First Aid Course
2-day First Aid Programme
A specialist outdoor first aid course. With a specific focus on cold-weather injuries.
BASI Membership Fees
Plus Online Resources
Your first year of Membership fees is included in the course. In order to maintain the validity of the qualification these need to be renewed annually.
Avalanche and Mountain Safety Training
A deep dive into all the essential skills
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.
BASI Child Protection Module
A requirements of BASI and essential for shadowing kids groups.
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.
Freestyle Lessons
With a qualified Freestyle coach
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.
Race Training on the World Cup Stade
With a experienced race coaches & ex-racers
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.
Video Analysis
Off-snow sessions with plenty of individual feedback
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.
Ski Servicing
Help looking after your kit and keeping your skis sharp.
We break down all the essential skills at the start of the course then explore more advanced techniques throughout the rest of the programme.

Our Verbier Coaches

Ally Johnson

Verbier

Murray Whyte

Verbier

The Accommodation

We have a number of accommodation options in the resort. Those who book early will be able to choose which chalet they would like to be in. If there are dramatic differences in the quality or the location of a property this will be reflected in the cost of the course. Please see the booking section for more details.

CHALET TO BE CONFIRMED

We are yet to confirm the exact accommodation for the 2022/2023 Courses.

Accommodation Features;
All the accommodation will have Wifi and a fully equipped kitchen. We aim for twin rooms and a max of 4 students per bathroom.
Property Information
The photos are examples of apartments we have used in the past.

Please Note – There is no catering included in our Verbier Packages. They are entirely self-catered.

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Week 1
1
Resort Orientation, First Aid and Avalanche Safety
You will arrive on Monday the 28th of November. Unless we have seen abnormal snow fall the resort will still be shut.

On Tuesday our team will take you to our resort partner Ski Service to organise your skis and boots. In the afternoon there will be an introduction to the course, our trainers and the online resources available to you.

On Wednesday and Thursday, you will do your 2-day outdoor first aid course. On Friday you will practise Avalanche Safety and rescue drills.

Your on-snow training then begins on Saturday morning and we hit the ground running with all the off-snow and admin stuff done and dusted so no one misses any time on snow.
Week 2
Racing, Off-Piste & Technical Skiing
This week focuses on more adventurous technical skiing. You will spend 3 days in the gates on the stade. Practising slalom turns, controlling speed and line with ex-racers. In the afternoons we’ll focus on teaching sessions and technical understanding. Towards the end of the week, we’ll begin putting into practice the off-piste safety training and avalanche rescue.

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Week 2
Week 3
3
BASI Level 1 Exam
This is a 4-day training and assessment course, with online learning pre-requisites.

The Ski Level 1 Instructor is the entry-level course for students who wish to join the BASI Education System. This qualification is ideal for those wishing to find employment in a UK snowsports centre. Level 1 qualified instructors may work within a controlled environment in a UK snowsports centre or in a mountain environment within a recognised snowsports school, under the direct supervision of a BASI L2 qualified instructor (equivalent or higher).
Week 4
First Aid & Off-Piste with Supplementary Skills
During this week you will do your 2-day first aid course. This is primarily done in a classroom environment. In addition to the First aid course you will spend the morning skiing Off-Piste Skiing and the afternoon’s Park Skiing or Race training on the stade.

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Week 4
Week 5
5
Increasing the Tempo
This is a fun week. We park some of the technical training to increase the tempo and practise skiing with more fluidity and style. You will spend time On and Off-Piste dependent on the conditions.
Week 6
Shadowing
In order to successfully complete your BASI 1 you need to do 35 hours of Ski School Shadowing. We complete that during half term and you will help our full time team with our Kids Ski lessons.

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Week 6
Week 7
7
Park Skiing or Racing
This week is all about high paced, high energy skiing on the piste. We’ll focus on speed, line and pressure to stay in control when speeds pick up. We will also play in the park developing our tricks. This is a prime opportunity to try a backflip or 360. Our instructors can help you build confidence and break down the movements to help you land perfectly.
Week 8
Mountain Safety Skills
This week focuses on staying safe off-piste. However, we are not just focusing on avalanche safety. You will spend time ski touring, working on map reading and navigation, refining your avalanche awareness and learning some basic rope work. By the end of the week you should be happy to lead a group off-piste, safely choose a route and follow it using just a map and perform advanced rescue techniques including crevasse rescue with ropes.

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Week 8
Week 9
9
BASI Level 2 Exam Week 1
This is a 10 day on-mountain training and assessment course in which Technical and Teaching skills are developed and assessed. The following subjects are included:
- Central Theme, Piste Performance, Bumps, Steeps, Variable snow and Freestyle
- Technical understanding of the Central Theme and beyond
- Performance analysis of the Central Theme and beyond
- Communication skills
- Developing performance
- Match teaching to customer needs
- Teaching principles
- TIED and the use of teaching tools
- Lesson flow and content
- Climate setting
- Reviewing skills
Week 10
BASI Level 2 Exam Week 2
Successful students will be able to ski to a competent level, and have the knowledge, ability and understanding to safely teach alpine skiing up to and including parallel standard on marked pistes. Individuals who do not reach the required level may be required to resit all or part of the course.

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Week 10

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Verbier
Level 1 & 2
28/11/2022 – 05/02/2023
10 weeks
Twin Room
£8000
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Verbier
Level 1 & 2
28/11/2022 – 05/02/2023
10 weeks
No Accommodation
£4500
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Verbier
Level 1 & 2
(February Start)
05/02/2023 – 16/04/2023
10 weeks
Twin Room
£6500
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Verbier
Level 1 & 2
(February Start)
05/02/2023 – 16/04/2023
10 weeks
No Accommodation
£4500
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Exams Only (No training)

Verbier
Level 1 Exam Only
13/12/2022 – 16/12/2022
4 days
No Accommodation
£435
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Verbier
Level 2 Exam Only
23/01/2023 – 03/02/2023
2 weeks
No Accommodation
£670
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Get a taste of our Courses

Made all the way back in 2013 the video to the right gives you a taste of what you can expect on our courses.

Verbier BASI 1 & 2 Ski Instructor Course

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Exams Only (No training)

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Get a taste of our Courses

Need help with your booking?
Give us a call, we’re here for you.