Ski Instructor Course
The Austrian Level 1 ski instructor certification (formerly the Austrian Anwärter Schilehrer certification) is a comprehensive and rigorous course. SLAP training equips candidates with the skiing and language skills to succeed.
The Austrian Level 1 is equivalent to the Australian Professional Snowsports Instructors (APSI) Level 1. With this certification you are able to teach skiing to both adults and children from beginner to intermediate level.
On completion of this level in the SLAP Programme, candidates can train for the APSI Level Two (internationally recognised teaching standard) and are eligible for the second language prerequisite of the International Ski Instructors Alliance (ISIA).
Three weeks of training ... and fun
The SLAP programme is a comprehensive three week instructor training course. The course has been refined over 19 years and prepares participants ith the skiing and language skills required for the Austrian Level 1 Ski Instructors Certification.
Over the three weeks daily on-snow training will improve your skiing to instructor level. You will be taught the theory and application of ski teaching through hands-on workshops, and become skilled at snow and mountain craft and equipment preparation. You’’ll also be immersed in Austrian culture and learn German language skills.
Plus Austria is a lot of fun! Candidates still find time in between training to enjoy the unique Austrian alpine culture.
The three weeks of SLAP training culminates in both a practical and a theory exam for the Austrian Level 1 ski instructor certification.
Snow sports opportunities
Many SLAP graduates have been guided into careers in snow sports - many have just become expert skiers and had the time of their lives in the alps of Austria.
Graduates have used this qualification worldwide to secure semester break jobs in ski areas around the globe.
SLAP Programme
The SLAP programme is a comprehensive 3 week instructor training course. SLAP prepares you with the skiing and language skills required for the Austrian Level 1 Ski Instructors Certification:
- Improve your skiing to instructor level with daily on snow training
- Learn the theory and application of ski teaching through hands-on workshops
- Become skilled at snow and mountain craft and equipment preparation
- Immerse yourself in Austrian culture and learn German language skills
WHEN: 8 - 29 January, 2011
WHERE: The course takes place in Alpbach in the Tirol region.
COST: Euro 4680 (land only) (flight package also available)
Programme inclusions
The SLAP programme is a fully inclusive 3 week package:
- 4 star share accommodation with ensuite
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Training fees
- Daily lift passes
- 5 hours daily on snow ski training
- Digital analysis
- Ski teaching and technical methodology
- Presentations in English
- Austrian Ski Instructors Federation accreditation fees
- German language lessons
- German script and handbook
- All transfers during course (Getting to Alpbach)
SLAP programme costs do not include mandatory medical coverage, travel insurance (mandatory), personal expenses such as ski clothing and equipment, additional nights accommodation before or after the SLAP programme, transfers from other European or Australian cities.
