We've been running ski instructor courses and snowboard instructor courses (not to mention improver courses and internships!) since 2003. In that time, we've been asked a lot of questions!
Click on the hyperlinked question to find your answers. If you can't find the information you're looking for, contact the SnowSkool team directly.
Ability & choosing an instructor course
Which SnowSkool course is for me?
Am I too young for the course?
Am I too old for the course?
How much skiing/snowboarding experience do I need?
Do I need to be fit for the course?
Are flights included?
Can I book onto a Canada course without flights?
Kit, packing & pre-course preparation
What kit will I need for on the snow?
What kit will I need for off the snow?
What kind of skis should I buy?
Can I use any skis for the course?
What kind of snowboard should I buy?
What insurance do I need?
What prep can I do before the course?
Do I need to be able to speak a second language?
The instructor course & qualifications
Which qualifications are best?
Can I teach after the course?
What’s the pass rate?
Where can I work with my qualification?
Is there any written work on the course?
Is the Level 2 exam included?
How many trainees per trainer?
How do you decide the training groups?
SnowSkool accommodation
How do you decide the rooming?
Can I have my own room?
Can I bring my partner?
Can I have family & friends to visit?
Can I bring my dog/ cat/ pet snake?
Can I wash my pants?
Can I stay in the accommodation after the course?
Can I book onto the course without accommodation?
Finance & payments on a SnowSkool course
Can I pay SnowSkool fees in instalments?
Can I pay SnowSkool fees after the course?
If I cancel, will you refund my deposit?
Do I have to pay in British Pounds?
How much money will I need during the course?
Should I bring a credit card?
Will my ATM card work?