Ski Instructor Course
SLAP ski instructor training equips you with the skiing and teaching skills to become a ski instructor.
In just 3 weeks, you will improve your skiing to instructor level, enjoy a fun, overseas holiday, learn a second language and take the next step to being paid for doing what you love!
The Austrian Level 1 ski instructor certification is a comprehensive and rigorous course equivalent to the Australian Professional Snowsports Instructors (APSI) Level 1. With this certification you can teach skiing to both adults and children from beginner to intermediate.
Three weeks of training ... and fun
The SLAP programme, refined over 20 years, includes three weeks daily on-snow training that will improve your skiing to instructor level. You will be taught the theory and application of ski teaching 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 and a ski experience unlike any other country! Candidates still find time in between training to enjoy the unique Austrian alpine culture.
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
SLAP prepares you with the skills required for the Austrian Level 1 Ski Instructor Certification:
- Improve your skiing to instructor level
- 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
The SLAP programme is a fully inclusive 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 instruction
- Presentations in English
- Austrian Ski Instructors Federation accreditation fees
- German language lessons, script and handbook
- All transfers during the course (pick up at Innsbruck airport) (Getting to Alpbach)
# SLAP programme costs do not include mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance, personal expenses such as ski clothing and equipment, additional nights accommodation before or after the SLAP programme, or transfers from other European or Australian cities.
