CSIA Instructor Certification Courses
ABOUT CSIA Instructor Course.
For the 2024/25 ski season, you can get your Canadian CSIA ski instructor certification right in Niseko, Japan!
No need to hop on a plane to Canada or New Zealand for top-notch ski instructor training! We bring the internationally recognized CSIA courses right here to Niseko and Rusutsu, Japan. Whether you’re aiming for Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3, our experienced Canadian examiners are ready to help you sharpen your skills at some of the best resorts around.
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About CSIA
The CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance) ski instructor is the most recognized ski instructor certification system in Canada, with its pathway consists of 4 levels.
Level 1 is an introductory certification for ski teaching, primarily for instructors teaching beginners. Starting from Level 2, the required task and terrain difficulty increase, with higher demand on skiing performance and teaching abilities.
Levels 3 and above require more comprehensive skills and precise manoeuvres, including long turns, short turns, and moguls. Each certification level emphasizes the safety component. Through systematic training, you will build a robust foundation for skiing techniques and teaching methodologies, while improving your skiing and instructional skills, and effectively guiding students to enjoy skiing safely.
We also offer specialized pre-course training before each offifical certification level course, conducted by highly experienced trainers. This training will help you become familiar with the skiing standards and teaching framewoeks, and will give you practice opportunities. It will ensure you are well-prepared and set you up for success.
CSIA Level 1 Certification Course + Pre-Course Training
The Level 1 certification course is open to anyone interested in anyone who is interested in becoming an instructor for recreational skiers. Candidates will learn basic skiing techniques and teaching methods for beginner to intermediate terrain, receive coaching on skiing techniques and feedback on their teaching to meet Level 1 standards. You will also receive advice and feedback for yoru long-term development and will gain a deeper understanding of how to advance in your ski teaching career. Successful candidates will be qualified to teach students from beginner to lower intermediate levels.
The Level 1 Ski Instructor Certification is for any skier over the age of 14 that is a competent parallel skier. During the program, you can expect to be exposed to a variety of terrain, snow conditions and teaching practice opportunities.
CSIA technical fundamentals.
Ski improvement.
Teaching children.
Customer service and communication skills.
Pre-Course Training: December 16-17 (2 days)
Level 1 Course: December 18-20 (3 days)
"Bilingual (Mandarin/English) Courses Available"
Early Bird Deadline : November 30, 2024
February 2025
Pre-Course Training: February 1-2 (2 days)
Level 1 Course: February 3-5 (3 days) Mandarin
Level 1 Course:February 6-8 (3 days) Mandarin
Early Bird Deadline : December 15, 2024
Regular Price :
Early Bird : 52,100 TWD／239,000 JPY
* Enjoy an early bird discount of 2,200 TWD / 10,000 JPY off the original price. After this period, the price will return to the original rate, and the discount will no longer be available.
Price : 43,400 TWD / 199,000 JPY
* Registrations accepted after the Early Bird deadline
Specific language depends on the course session.
Have good communication ability.
Be 14 years or older on the first day of the course.
- Includes 2 days of training if enrolled in pre-course training.
- Registration and material fees for the exam.
Not Included:
- Lift ticket.
- Accident insurance
(must be purchased separately).
Level 1&2 Standards
Level 1&2 Teaching Demo
CSIA Level 2 Certification Course + Pre-Course Training
To enroll in the Level 2 certification course, you need to be a CSIA member who has obtained Level 1 full certification or foreign equivalency. This course is designed for those who wish to enhance their professional knowledge as instructors and create exceptional learning experiences for their clients. It aims to improve “situational teaching” skills by integrating practical ski teaching methods, skiing techniques, and customer service skills.
The Level 2 certification course is divided into two branches: skiing and teaching. To attain the complete Level 2 certification, members must participate in and pass the courses and exams for both branches. However, it is also possible to take the courses and exams separately for each branch.
For example: after successful completion of Level 2 teach training (2 days), you can choose to take the Level 2 teach exam only.
High-performance skiing on blue runs, black runs, and ungroomed terrain.
How to evaluating and developing advanced skiers' technique.
Cause and effect analysis between ski-snow interaction and skier movement.
Technical Exam: Select One
Intro to Parallel or Wedge Turn
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Completion of Level 2: March 26-31 (6 days)
Level 2 teaching course: March 26-27 (2 days)
Level 2 Skating Lessons: March 28-29 (2 days)
Level 2 Exam: March 30-31 (2 days)
Early Bird Deadline : March 10, 2025
Early Bird : 78,800 TWD／360,000 JPY
* Enjoy an early bird discount of 3,200 TWD / 15,000 JPY off the original price. After this period, the price will return to the original rate, and the discount will no longer be available.
Price: 71,000 TWD / 325,000 JPY
Teaching / Skiing / Exam, any one option:
Price: 28,300 TWD / 130,000 JPY
* Registrations accepted after the Early Bird deadline
Specific language depends on the course session.
- 6 days of certification courses.
- Exam registration and material fees.
Not included:
- Lift tickets
- Accident insurance.
(must be purchased separately)
LEVEL 2 SKI EXAM
Level 2 Ski Exam consists of 4 tasks. It requires the candidate to demonstrate coordinated movement patterns, rhythmical execution of task on goomed conditions. Some performance elements are maintained, but standards will be adjusted when skier is under pressure, conditions change or demands increase
Intro to Parallel
Type : Medium Turn (9 – 11m)
Speed : Medium Speed
Performance : Drifted
Pitch : Blue
Surface : Groomed
Qualities :
Linked turns.
Speed remains consistent.
Rotational Control results in the appropriate steering angle for the objective.
Edging Control results in outside ski directing COM throughout.
Skis change edges at transition simultaneously.
Short Turn
Type : Short Turn (less than 1 cat track)
Speed : Medium Speed
Performance : Drifted
Pitch :Blue
Surface : Groomed
Qualities :
Speed remains consistent throughout.
Steering results in deflection of COM across the run.
Edge grip is apparent below the fall line.
Type Free Run
Type : Free Run (Terrain interpretation)
Speed : Medium Speed
Performance : Drifted
Pitch : Blue
Surface:Unprepared, small bumps, choppy snow
Qualities:
Turn shape and line are adjusted to terrain.
Speed remains consistent.
Snow contact is controlled at will.
CSIA technical elements are applied.
Technical Exam: Select One
Intro to Parallel
Type : Intro to Parallel Demonstration
Speed :Medium
Performance : Drifted
Pitch : Green
Surface : Groomed
Qualities:
Round Linked turns.
Speed remains consistent.
Outside ski steering angle achieved at initiation resulting in balance against outside ski.
Skis match below the fall line.
Wedge Turn
Type : Wedge Turns
Speed : Slow
Performance : Drifted
Pitch : Green
Surface : Groomed
Qualities:
Round linked turns.
Speed remains consistent.
Outside ski steering angle achieved at initiation resulting in balance against outside ski.
Both skis remain on inside edges.
Turn shape will be rounded off more on Blue terrain and less so on Green runs.
Level 1&2 Standards
Level 1&2 Teaching Demo
CSIA Level 3 Certification Course + Pre-Course Training
The CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance) Level 3 certification course is designed for ski professionals with teaching expience and wants to further advance their career. It’s an advanced-level teaching certificate that comprehensively assesses a candidate’s skiing and teaching abilities in various terrains and snow conditions.
To enroll in the Level 3 certification course, you need to be a CSIA member who has obtained Level 2 full certification or foreign equivalency. A Level 3 ski instructor possesses a deep understanding of the relationship between skiing skills and performance. They can ski at an advanced level in various terrains and adapt lesson plans and teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students.
The Level 3 certification course is divided into two branches: skiing and teaching. To attain the complete Level 3 certification, members must participate in and pass the courses and exams for both branches. However, it is also possible to take the courses and exams separately for each branch.
For example: after successful completion of Level 2 teach training (2 days), you can choose to take the Level 2 teach exam only.
High-performance skiing on blue runs, black runs, and ungroomed terrain.
How to evaluating and developing advanced skiers' technique.
Cause and effect analysis between ski-snow interaction and skier movement.
Technical Exam: Select One
Outside to Outside Hop or Bracquage
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Complete Level 3 Course: February 22 - March 1 (8 days)
Level 3 Teaching Course: February 22-24 (3 days)
Level 3 Skiing Course: February 25-27 (3 days)
Level 3 Exam: February 28 - March 1 (2 days)
Early Bird Deadline : February 5, 2025
Early Bird :98,200 TWD／450,000 JPY
* Enjoy an early bird discount of 3,200 TWD / 15,000 JPY off the original price. After this period, the price will return to the original rate, and the discount will no longer be available.
Price: 76,900 TWD / 352,000 JPY
Level 3 Skiing or Teaching Course
Price: 21,850 TWD / 100,000 JPY
Level 3 Exam
Price: 32,700 TWD / 150,000 JPY
* Registrations accepted after the Early Bird deadline
Specific language depends on the course session.
- 6 days of certification courses.
- Exam registration and material fees.
Not included:
- Lift tickets
- Accident insurance.
(must be purchased separately)
LEVEL 3 SKI EXAM
CSIA Level 3 ski examination consists of five skiing tasks, requiring candidates to demonstrate stable high-performance skiing in complex snow conditions.
Medium Turn
Type : Medium Turn (9 – 11m)
Speed : Medium Speed
Performance Steered
Pitch : Blue
Surface : Groomed
Qualities:
Round Linked turns
Speed remains Consistent
Rotational Control results in the appropriate steering angle for the objective
Edging Control results in outside ski directing COM throughout
Skis change edges at transition simultaneously
Short Turn
Type : Short Turn (within 1 cat track)
Speed : Advanced Speed
Performance : Steered
Pitch : Black
Surface : Groomed
Qualities:
Speed remains consistent throughout
Round, linked turns
Steering results in deflection of COM across the run
Edge grip is apparent at or above the fall line
Skis remain parallel throughout
Long Turn
Type : Long Turn (14 – 18m dependent on ski choice)
Speed : Advanced Speed
Performance : Steered
Pitch : Blue/ Black
Surface : Groomed
Qualities:
Round, linked turns
Speed remains consistent
Steering of BOS directs COM from fall line
Bump Run (fall line)
Type : Bump Run (fall line)
Speed : Advanced Speed
Performance : Steered
Pitch : Blue/ Black
Surface : Bumps
Qualities:
Speed remains consistant
Turn shape and line are adjusted to terrain
Skills are blended to produce an overall fall line run
Snow contact is controlled at will
Technical Exam: Select One
Outside to Outside Hop
Type : Outside to Outside Hop
Speed : Medium
Performance : Steered/ Carved
Pitch : Green to Blue
Surface : Groomed
Qualities :
Speed remains consistent
Pressure Control provides controlled “hop” through transition
Transition is from inside edge to inside edge
Edging Control results in immediate grip and direction of COM
Inside ski remains parallel and off the snow throughout
Bracquage
Type : Bracquage
Speed : Slow
Performance : Drifted
Pitch : Blue/ Black
Surface : Groomed
Qualities :
Rotational Control used to lead turning effort with the lower body
Momentum is mainly in fall line with some deflection due to ski design
Skis remain parallel throughout
Skill Blend and timing/ coordination of transition does not produce an arc
Level 3 Standards
Note
In the event of weather-related closures or other force majeure factors, the examiner reserves the right to adjust the course schedule and arrangements as necessary while ensuring the course content is fully delivered.
Within 14 days of the course start date, no transfers or name changes are permitted, and the fees are non-refundable.
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