Snow connects people.
Regardless of nationality, age, or cultural background, friendships are formed on the snow. Our mission is to share the passion and enthusiasm we feel for snow sports with people all around the world.
AUSTRIAN SKI AND SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR EDUCATION
The Snowsports Academy is the Vienna Ski and Snowboard Instructors Association – the official education provider under Vienna state law and a member of the Austrian Ski School Association (ÖSSV).
We educate ski and snowboard instructors for careers in Austria and around the world – from the 10-day Anwärter (Level 1+2) course through to the Landeslehrer (Level 3) examination.
Upon successful completion, participants receive a recognised professional certificate issued by the Vienna Ski and Snowboard Instructors Association – Snowsports Academy, qualifying them to work professionally in ski schools throughout Austria and in many other countries worldwide.
SNOWSPORTS ACADEMY EDUCATION TO
10 days
Ski instructor Anwärter (level 1+2) ->
Snowboard instructor Anwärter (level 1+2) ->
Basic education in technique, methodology, and safety fundamentals. Qualifies to work in ski schools.
10 days
Landesskilehrer 1 (level 3 part 1) ->
Further development of personal skills and learning of various techniques - such as racing, off-road skiing, mogul skiing - as preparation for the Landesskilehrer 2 - level 3 part 2 education.
7 days
Alpine course ->
Education with a focus on skiing and guiding in open ski areas, as well as acquiring alpine safety skills.
10 days
Landesskilehrer 2 - level 3 part 2 ->
Snowboard Landeslehrer - level 3 ->
Final education phase with a state-administered Landeslehrer - level 3 examination.
Official education. Recognized qualification. Direct entry into the profession.
Secure your spot in the next course now.
HOW DO YOU BECOME A SKI OR SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR IN AUSTRIA?
The Austrian ski and snowboard instructor education pathway is clearly structured and follows a multi-level system. Each qualification level builds on the technical, practical, and teaching skills acquired in the previous stage, allowing for continuous professional development and progression.
QUALITY
Worldwide, the Austrian Ski and Snowboard School enjoys an outstanding reputation and is synonymous with the highest standards of quality and excellence. These are the values we strive to pass on to you through our education programmes.
To ensure the consistent and long-term quality of our education, the Snowsports Academy is audited and certified annually by TÜV Austria according to the following ISO standards:
ISO 21001:2018
"Planning, organisation, and delivery of education programmes for ski and snowboard instructors"
ISO 9001:2015
"Organisation and delivery of events and marketing activities"
The Snowsports Academy has been awarded the title of “Sports Leading Organisation” – a seal of approval for the highest quality, sustainability and innovation in sport.
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EDUCATION
DATES
UNIQUE WORLDWIDE
The Snowsports Academy is the ski and snowboard instructors' association of Austria’s capital city, Vienna. Since its foundation in 1970, we have successfully passed on the quality and excellence for which the Austrian Ski and Snowboard School is renowned to our participants. Our education and demonstration team consists of more than 100 highly qualified ski and snowboard instructors. They are active on behalf of the Snowsports Academy for up to 240 days a year in numerous countries around the world.
The Snowsports Academy is built on four core pillars that have formed the foundation of our success for many years.
TRADITION
Founded in 1968 | Successful for 50 years | Internationally recognized
COMPETENCE
Highly qualified instructors | Authentic team | International experience
QUALITY
Practice-oriented teaching methods | Individual support | Goal-oriented work
INNOVATION
Modern teaching concepts | Holistic development | Future-oriented
TEACHING CONCEPT
TEACHING EVOLUTION
The objective of our education programmes is the holistic development of our participants’ technical skills, personality, communication abilities, as well as their awareness of nature and body movement.
These foundations enable our graduates to create engaging, enjoyable, and memorable ski and snowboard lessons while effectively passing on the knowledge and skills acquired during their education.
For this reason, our teaching concept is a key element in delivering successful, inspiring, and enjoyable ski and snowboard instruction.
PERSONALITY
COMMUNICATION
TECHNIQUE
EXPERIENCE
EMOTION & PASSION
THE WORLD OF THE SNOWSPORTS ACADEMY
Under the motto “Snow Connecting People”, we work in countries across all continents with the goal of sharing our passion for snow sports with as many people as possible.
Our experience has shown that friendships are formed on the snow, people speak a common language, and there is always a story to tell.
Current course locations & projects
Austria
Argentina
Greece
Netherlands
Georgia
China
United Arab Emirates
Egypt
Completed projects
Hungary
Belgium
Russia
Türkiye
Japan
Czech Republic
Korea
INT. Conferences
Japan
Norway
Argentina
Korea
Ireland
Austria
Switzerland
Poland
Finland
Hungary
