Ski Definition
Snowsports Professionals
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New Summer 2020 Private Lessons
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What we do at Ski Definition
working with our Partners: Ski Inspired + BB Ski School
Improver Courses
Europe - 5 Days
These courses are for all levels of skiers looking to improve their skiing skills on slopes that you feel confident with. To gain also more confidence at your current level and develop your skiing to a standard where you can start to explore more of the mountain. We look after all levels of skiers who can move around on various runs, Green , Blue , Red & Black piste skiing. Different levels of groups / abilities, will always be separated with a level to suit your ability. You will always have the knowledge that the groups ability will always be at your level and with multiple groups, finding the correct level of group, we will always taken care of you, with the highly professional team supporting you all the way.
Improving your skiing skills is what this course is designed to do.
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Intro Off Piste
Europe - 5 Days
These courses are for all parallel skiers looking to improve their first time in the off piste or to improve their skills in skiing off piste. To gain more confidence at your current level and develop your skiing to a standard where you can start to explore more of the mountain, side piste and the off piste with more confidence and knowledge. We look after all levels of skiers who can move around on various runs, Red & Black pistes. Different levels of groups / abilities, will always be separated with a level to suit your ability. You will always have the knowledge that the groups ability will always be at your level and with multiple groups, finding the correct level of group, we will always taken care of you, with the highly professional team supporting you all the way.
Skiing Off Piste & Side piste for the first time or improving your skills and knowledge to venture away from the piste, is what this course is designed to do.
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IASI Level 2 Ski
Europe Exams
The level 2 entry is a minimum standard of holding the current Level 1 and holding a valid current IASI licence. This is a 6 day assessment for the Level 2. During the course you will be assessed on the basic principles of skiing, & knowledge of them and how we teach them. How these are used in teaching the Core Skier Development progression, from first time skiers to basic parallel turns, in a mountain environment. You use the basic teaching & learning styles to deliver the basic principles and how to keep students Safe with the FIS RULES and group management, in a mountain environment. You will use the Skier Performance Analysis Model to be able to give feedback on learners needs and development, whilst teaching in a mountain environment. Skiing performance will be looked at in Short and Long turns, Bumps & Variable snow conditions in the mountain environment on Blue runs. Your Mountain awareness & weather knowledge will be assessed, with in your leadership skills, all within the mountain environment.
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IASI Level 1 Exam
What is an IASI Level 1 Exam
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The Level 1 Ski Instructor exam, is the first award available in the alpine qualification pathway. Holders of this award can work in the closed environment of an artificial slope or indoor snow dome. Teaching beginners of all ages from never skiing before, up to basic parallel standard. You will always have support of a snow school as a level 1 instructor. The award only allows the holders to deliver lessons booked through a recognised snow school and no independent work is allowed. You must always follow the regulations of the snow school and work within the remit of the levels placed by the snow school.
Skiing Standard for Level 1 Qualification.
To enter the course, the standard of skiing is parallel turns, be able to control you speed and link your turns from the top of a blue run. Some experience of skiing on snow in the mountain environment, is useful, but not always expected. Teaching or coaching experience is useful, but again not essential. The ability to ski at a basic parallel standard is the main requirement, you will learn new skills during the course with will improve your personal performance and knowledge of snow sports. Learn all instructing skills in teaching, delivery and safety.
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Family Fun Week
What is a Family Fun Week
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These weeks are normally around the February Half Term & Easter Holidays. Group packages can be organised with family and friends at any time of winter. Accommodation, airport transfer, lift passes, equipment & group lessons. We offer the lessons for all levels of leaners with instruction / guiding offered to meet your requirements. The groups will be split on ability and groups can also be divided by Adults / Kids. The main aim is for everyone to relax, have fun whilst being guided/ taught to improve their skiing skills, safely around the mountain. Meeting for drink stops and lunch breaks is easily organised. The groups will be looked after by the team from 9.30am to 3.30/4pm each day, with start & drop of times, places arranged each day. You let us know what you want to do. We work closely with our in resort partners SkiInspired, who are the UK travel company based in the resort of Baqueira-Beret for over 20 years.
Make the most of your family holidays with the Ski Definition Team organising your trip, looking after your needs during your time in the mountains. We can organise small families, to big groups of multiple friends and families. We have the professional team always on hand. You give us the details, dates, numbers of persons and we will put everything in place for you all. Come join the team, for a wonderful experience in the mountains of Baqueira-Beret, in the Spanish Pyrenees.
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9 Week Instructor
Level 1 + 2 Qualification
What is a 9 Week Instructor Training & Exam Course
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Working with our partners at BB Ski School & Ski Inspired to deliver this course with Ski Definition. This course is delivered over 9 weeks to allow you time to achieve the, Level 1 Ski Instructor exam & Level 2 qualification.
These are the qualification that is needed to then work for the company that gets you trained and qualified to the international standards followed by IASI the Irish Association of Snow Sports Instructors. You can decide what package you are after, course / exam only or full package including accommodation & food. Lets us know what you want to do. Have fun, become qualified and start the new career working in the mountains with a like minded people enjoying all the mountain and resort in Baqueira, Spain has to offer. Come join Ski Definition, BB Ski School & Ski Inspired team for a fantastic season.
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Private Lessons UK
1 Person
What is a Private Lesson 1-2-1
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Private lessons on a 1-2-1 bases are the best way to get that personal improvement you have been looking for. We put the importance on your personal skiing improvement. We discuss your aims, where you would like to take your skiing and then build the lesson around your needs to improve your skills.
All levels are welcome from snowplough turns to instructors of all levels. The Snow Centre Hemel is a great facility to build confidence, ingrain the skills with drills and get the most out of your practise time. Not being on the mountain, this is the best way to get ready for the slopes, or keep your fitness up and keep your development going in the off season. Tell us what you would like to achieve and we will support, train and achieve your goals with you. You will get video feed back, a development plan and we will set realistic targets for your personal development.
Price is per person.
These are 2 Hour Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Private Lessons UK
2 Persons
What is a Private Lesson 2 persons
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Private lessons with 2 persons is a great way to get your personal improvement, with a partner of a similar standard & cost effective. We put the importance on your personal skiing improvement, this can be delivered with 2 persons looking at similar goals or they can be different. We discuss your aims, where you would like to take your skiing and then build the lesson around your needs to improve you & your partners skills.
All levels are welcome from snowplough turns to instructors of all levels. The Snow Centre Hemel is a great facility to build confidence, ingrain the skills with drills and get the most out of your practise time. Not being on the mountain, this is the best way to get ready for the slopes, or keep your fitness up and keep your development going in the off season. Tell us what you would like to achieve and we will support, train and achieve your goals with you. You will get video feed back, a development plan and we will set realistic targets for your personal development.
Price is for 2 persons.
These are 2 Hour Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Private Lessons UK
Groups
What is a Private Group
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Private group lessons are great way to get quality practise time with friends, and keep the costs low. You get plenty of snow time, with lots of drills to improve your skills. The drills can be split between different levels of ability if required. Everyone will get personal and group feed back. Breaks & lunch will be during the day, to maximise your energy levels. You can have personal or group goals which will all be achieved during the day. You simply tell us what you & your friends would like to achieve during the session and we will plan the day around your goals. You will get personal video feed back, a development plan and we will set realistic targets for your personal & group development. Price is per person.
These are 5 Hour Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Ski Instructor
CPD-Refresher| Group/Private Session
What is a CPD - Refresher
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CPD-Refresher days which will qualify for CPD / Refresher requirements for the major Snowsports associations, around the world.
These will be run by IASI (Ireland) SSS (Scotland) Educators, Trainers, Examiners, who will cover the requirements for all national governing bodies. This can be booked for individuals or as private groups of up to 4 people. Various content and topics can be delivered for you which can be ski / snowboard specific. We will make sure all areas will be covered from teaching, technical, customer service & updated ISIA / IVSI plus any new snow-sports industry related information.
Level 1 & 2 qualified instructors need to do these as follows. 1 day every 3 years if no other courses or modules are completed.
Level 3 & 4 qualified instructors need to do these as follows. 1 day every year or 3 days for 3 years if no other courses or modules are completed. First Aid is 2 days every 3 years.
These are Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Improver Days
What is an Improver Day
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Get the most out of your skiing with like minded skiers & a highly qualified educator-instructors, delivering your group session. You gain more from getting direct feedback on your performance to achieve your own goals, during the session. Your skills will be developed, you will get a video review & feedback to keep you focused on your improvements. The day will look at drills to improve your skills, develop your awareness of your performance, and give you confidence and understanding skiing principles. These sessions are delivered from 10am until 3pm with a mid morning break for video review and then a lunch break. We aim to get the most out of the day. Practise time is essential with the correct development ideas. Understanding your skiing performance and being aware of what you do and how you can change your input to get a more accurate outcome.
These are 5 Hour Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Instructor Training
Exam Preparation UK
What is Instructor Training / Prep
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Instructor training / Prep, is there for anyone looking to become an instructor or developed to a higher qualification. Having educators examiners in the Ski Definition team. We know what is needed for each level of instructor qualifications. We assess the exams, so we get you to understand your skiing & teaching performance to give you the best preparation for every level of qualifications. With over 30 years of snow sports instructing / coaching & examining. We are the ideal team to get your performance in all areas ready for all levels of qualifications.
Private or Group sessions are available and we will cover the elements for your qualification / goals.
These are Sessions, including
Tuition - Lift Pass - Equipment
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Ski Instructor
Training + Exam Prep
Level 1 -Europe
What is Instructor Training Level 1
IASI: Learnit-Loveit-Liveit
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These courses are for clients looking to become instructors or who are developing through the instructor pathway. Level 1 Qualification. To gain more confidence at your current level and develop your skiing to a standard for the instructor level 1. To improve your knowledge in all areas of Basic Principles of skiing and understand the process to teach at each level of the instructor qualification. We give you the skills to ski, teach, give feedback at at the appropriate level of teaching, understand how to develop skiers performance and understand all areas of safety, enjoyment and the learning process. Each level of qualification requires different skill sets, to perform as skier and as a teacher. All areas of teaching skills will be covered and give you the correct preparation for any examination level you are looking to attend.
IASI: Learnit-Loveit-Liveit
The team of highly trained professional instructors & examiners will train and develop you in
preparation for all levels of qualifications.Covering on snow and off snow sessions, with drills to improve your skills, to show you how to use drills to improve yours and learners skills and how these are used with different learning styles to become a great instructor working in the UK or Europe. IASI- Irish Association of Snowsports Instructors.
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From: £449.00 Book Now
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Ski Instructor
Training + Exam Prep
Level 2 -Europe
What is Instructor Training Level 2
IASI: Learnt-Loveit-Liveit
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These courses are for clients looking to become instructors or who are developing through the instructor pathway. Level 2 Qualification. To gain more confidence at your current level and develop your skiing to a standard for the instructor level 2. To improve your knowledge in all areas of Basic Principles of skiing and understand the process to teach at each level of the instructor qualification. We give you the skills to ski, teach, give feedback at at the appropriate level of teaching, understand how to develop skiers performance and understand all areas of safety, enjoyment and the learning process. Each level of qualification requires different skill sets, to perform as skier and as a teacher. All areas of teaching skills will be covered and give you the correct preparation for any examination level you are looking to attend.
IASI: Learnit-Loveit-Liveit
The team of highly trained professional instructors & examiners will train and develop you in
preparation for all levels of qualifications.Covering on snow and off snow sessions, with drills to improve your skills, to show you how to use drills to improve yours and learners skills and how these are used with different learning styles to become a great instructor working in the UK or Europe. IASI- Irish Association of Snowsports Instructors.
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From: £449.00 Book Now
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Ski Instructor
Training + Exam Prep
Level 3 & 4 Europe
What is Instructor Training Level 3/4
IASI: Learnt-Loveit-Liveit
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These courses are for clients looking to become instructors or who are developing through the instructor pathway. Level 3+4 Qualification. To gain more confidence at your current level and develop your skiing to a standard for the instructor level 3+4. To improve your knowledge in all areas of Basic Principles of skiing and understand the process to teach at each level of the instructor qualification. We give you the skills to ski, teach, give feedback at at the appropriate level of teaching, understand how to develop skiers performance and understand all areas of safety, enjoyment and the learning process. Each level of qualification requires different skill sets, to perform as skier and as a teacher. All areas of teaching skills will be covered and give you the correct preparation for any examination level you are looking to attend.
IASI: Learnit-Loveit-Liveit
The team of highly trained professional instructors & examiners will train and develop you in
preparation for all levels of qualifications.Covering on snow and off snow sessions, with drills to improve your skills, to show you how to use drills to improve yours and learners skills and how these are used with different learning styles to become a great instructor working in the UK or Europe. IASI- Irish Association of Snowsports Instructors.
SkiDefinition Youtube Channel
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From: £449.00 Book Now