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 Thinking
about heading 'Down Under' for the UK summer? If you've ever considered
a career as a ski or snowboard instructor, then Peak Leaders' programmes
in the clear blue skies of the New Zealand Alps or the Andes of
South America might be of interest…
Instructor courses in New Zealand and Argentina
This will be Peak Leaders sixth year offering instructor
courses in the Southern Hemisphere, but this year there are two
main differences from previous years.
Firstly, they have teamed up with NZSKI (the biggest
NZ resort operator) to make sure that their programmes are delivered
with all the available local expertise. Secondly, after several
years of training they understand that the full package is often
too much commitment for some would-be instructors. That's why this
year they have put together two different courses for students to
choose from.
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The 'Max Pack' (22 Jul - 16 Sep 05) - A
FEW PLACES LEFT
Based near Queenstown, this programme has been designed for those
who want an inclusive, comprehensive package and includes flight
from London, hotel accom, most meals and season pass. Most importantly,
you'll get 5 days training per week for 7 weeks working for the
new NZSIA Snowsports Instructor Certificate and NZSIA Stage 1 (Ski
or Snowboard). There is also the optional add on of a chill week
in Fiji. Check this
link for details
- The 'No Frills' pack (Course starts 25 Jul
05) - NOW SOLD OUT
Based in Queenstown, for this course, you organise your own flights
and meals with budget accommodation provided. Training is 3 days
a week still for 7 weeks, also working for the new NZSIA Snowsports
Instructor Certificate and NZSIA Stage 1 (Ski or Snowboard). Participants
need to be good intermediate skiers or riders, or better. For details
check
their website
Or why not head to Argentina? A
FEW PLACES LEFT
Argentina is a proven favourite with those seeking summer snow in
South America. Based in Bariloche in the Andes, with a module in
Chile, this course runs for 8 weeks. Accommodation is a stunning,
lakeside lodge with flight, accommodation, most meals, Spanish language
training plus trip to Buenos Aires, all included. You'll train for
internationally recognised ski or snowboard certification.
Programme dates 02 Aug - 27 Sep 05. Again for info, check
their site
STOP PRESS
- Peter Kuwall, CEO of BASI has confirmed a new initiative to
run BASI courses in conjunction with Peak Leaders in Argentina.
Together with the Andes Mountains Club Bariloche, they will team
up with BASI trainers to provide training and accreditation for
the ski and snowboard instructor courses in Argentina. For more
info check
their website.
sm.jpg) Proven
success
Graduates of Peak Leaders' courses are now working as instructors
around the world. Pictured above is Louise Minden, a student from
Jan-Mar 2005 and who is currently working for Whistler Blackcomb.
Shown to the right here are Helen Johnson (completed
her CSIA in 2001) and Rob Fairman (in 2003), who both worked in
Nakiska last winter.
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