The Instructor Training Academy is the only instructor training program offering internationally recognised qualifications in Japan.
All courses and programs below can be booked through Travelplan as part or all of your holiday package,
call Travelplan on 1300 SKI SKI (745 754)
4 week “early bird” Course
24 NOV – 20 DEC 2008
New Zealand NZSIA CSI Certification
Qualify before Christmas, and work the holidays or even the rest of the season!! A fun, action packed, intensive course, designed to enable you to qualify for your first level of Instructor certification.
Is this course for you?
If you are a basic Intermediate skier or above and any of the following apply…
- You are short of time
- Want to improve your skiing skills
- Want to confirm if being an Instructor is for you
- Like working with kids
- Like meeting lots of different people
- Want to enjoy a fun filled month of skiing in Niseko and enjoy a japanese experience,
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 1 month - 2 resort lift pass
- 4 weeks accommodation
- 75 Hours on snow training
- NZSIA CSI 4 Day Course and Examination
- NZSIA Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Instructor training academy top
Work
A unique option for those candidates eligible for the Japanese working Holiday Visa. An opportunity to work for English speaking ski schools that cater to the International market in Niseko. We cannot guarantee work but we will arrange an interview, on successful completion of the course.
Not Included in this course:
- Airfares
- Insurance
- Food and Equipment
4 week “early bird” Course
24 NOV – 20 DEC 2008
New Zealand SBINZ CSI Certification
Qualify before Christmas, and work the holidays or even the rest of the season!! A fun, action packed, intensive course, designed to enable you to qualify for your first level of Instructor certification.
Is this course for you?
If you are a confident Intermediate rider or above and any of the following apply…
- Your have some free time but cannot take a full season off from your studies or work
- Considering working as a Snowboard Instructor
- Want to work hard on your riding skills
- Like meeting lots of different people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Can commit to 160 hours of Training in Nisekos` awesome powder paradise.
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 1 month - 2 mountain lift pass
- 4 weeks accommodation
- 75 Hours on snow training
- SBINZ CSI 4 Day Course and Examination
- SBINZ Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Instructor training academy top
Work
A unique option for those candidates eligible for the Japanese working Holiday Visa. An opportunity to work for English speaking snowboarding schools that cater to the International market in Niseko. We cannot guarantee work but we will arrange an interview, on successful completion of the course.
Not Included in this course:
- Airfares
- Insurance
- Food and Equipment
8 week “Intensive” Course
5 JAN – 25 FEB 2009
New Zealand NZSIA CSI and Stage 1
Challenge yourself to an intensive program for an internationally recognized Instructor Certification in Just 8 adrenalin filled weeks.
Is this course for you?
If you are a confident Intermediate skier or above and any of the following apply…
- Your have some free time but cannot take a full season off from your studies or work
- Considering working as a Ski Instructor
- Want to work hard on your skiing skills
- Like meeting lots of different people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Can commit to 160 hours of Training in Nisekos` awesome powder paradise
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 4 Mountain, season lift pass
- 8 weeks accommodation
- 160 Hours on snow training
- NZSIA CSI 4 Day Course and Examination
- NZSIA Stage 1 , eight day Course and Examination
- NZSIA Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Ski tuning session
- Trip to Sapporo Snow Festival
- Instructor training academy top
Not Included in this course:
- Airfares
- Insurance
- Food and Equipment
8 week “Intensive” Course
5 JAN – 25 FEB 2009
New Zealand SBINZ CSI and Stage1
Challenge yourself to an intensive programme for an Internationally recognized Instructor Certification in Just 8 adrenalin filled weeks.
Is this course for you?
If you are a confident Intermediate rider or above and any of the following apply…
- Your have some free time but cannot take a full season off from your studies or work
- Considering working as a Snowboard Instructor
- Want to work hard on your riding skills
- Like meeting lots of different people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Can commit to 160 hours of Training in Nisekos` awesome powder paradise
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 4 Mountain, season lift pass
- 8 weeks accommodation
- 160 Hours on snow training
- SBINZ CSI, (4 Day) Course and Examination
- SBINZ stage 1 (5 Day) Course and Examination
- SBINZ Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Board tuning session
- Trip to Sapporo Snow Festival
- Instructor training academy top
Not Included in this course:
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Food and Equipment
11 Week, PRO Course
Jan 5 to Mar 22, 2009
New Zealand NZSIA CSI and Stage 1
Become a qualified, highly effective professional Instructor with employment potential around the world. Enjoy the best of the Niseko Winter season and our most Comprehensive program.
Is this course for you?
If you are a basic Intermediate skier or above and
any of the following apply…
- You have time and would like to enjoy the best of the Niseko Season
- You know you need to work on your skiing but are committed to gaining Instructor certification
- Would like the time to enjoy more of Niseko without the pressure of the shorter courses
- Considering working as a Ski Instructor
- Enjoy meeting people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Would relish the opportunity of over 210 hours of Training in Nisekos` awesome powder paradise
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 4 Mountain, season lift pass
- 11 weeks accommodation
- 180 Hours on snow training
- NZSIA CSI 4 Day Course and Examination
- NZSIA Stage 1 8Day Course and Examination
- NZSIA Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Ski tuning session
- Trip to Sapporo Snow Festival
- Instructor training academy top
Not Included in this course:
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Food and Equipment
11 week “Pro” Course
5 JAN – 22 MARCH 2009
New Zealand SBINZ CSI and Stage 1
Become a qualified, highly effective professional Instructor with employment potential around the world. Enjoy the best of the Niseko Winter season and our most Comprehensive program.
Is this course for you?
If you are a basic Intermediate Rider or above and any of the following apply…
- You have time and would like to enjoy the best of the Niseko Season
- You know you need to work on your Riding but are committed to gaining Instructor certification
- Would like the time to enjoy more of Niseko without the pressure of the shorter courses
- Considering working as a Snowboarding Instructor
- Enjoy meeting people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Would relish the opportunity of over 210 hours of Training in Nisekos` awesome powder paradise
Then… the answer is YES
Included in this course:
- 4 Mountain, season lift pass
- 11 weeks accommodation
- 180 Hours on snow training
- SBINZ CSI, 4 Day Course and Examination
- SBINZ Stage 1, 5Day Course and Examination
- SBI Course Manual
- Video Analysis
- Return Transfers to Chitose International Airport
- Welcome Night and Orientation
- Back country safety and Avalanche awareness course
- Board tuning session
- Trip to Sapporo Snow Festival
- Instructor training academy top
Not Included in this course
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Food and Equipment