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Location

Banff, Canada

Duration

11 weeks

Qualifications

CSIA LEVEL 1 & 2

Style

instructor

Ability

Intermediate

Advanced

Expert

Travel To

Calgary, AB

Three legendary resorts, near-unlimited terrain, and one unforgettable town. This is all about pro coaching, deep progression, and nonstop good times. With exclusive access to Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, and Mount Norquay, you’ll level up fast, boost your all-mountain flow, and earn your CSIA Level 1 + 2 — all backed by a crew of like-minded skiers and epic Canadian adventures.

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Course Spec

Style

Groomer

Powder/Trees

Backcountry

Freestyle

A blend of instructor training and freeride coaching across varied terrian. You’ll progress fast — from carving groomers to slashing powder

Ability

Ability Guide

Novice

Intermediate

Advanced

Expert

For intermediate to expert skiers ready to level up and earn their instructor certs. You’ll train in ability-based groups to keep progression dialled.

Age

18-29

30-39

40-49

50+

Perfect for gap years and post-uni adventures. If you’re passionate about skiing and the mountains, you’ll fit right in.

Nationality

UK + Europe

AUS + NZ

N. America

Other

Join a global crew of riders from all over the world. No borders — just a shared love for snow, adventure, and good times in the mountains.

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Full Course Story 11 Weeks in Banff, Canada

A full-throttle winter in the heart of the Canadian Rockies — riding three world-class resorts, living in a buzzing mountain town, and levelling up with pro coaching every step of the way. Exclusively with Nonstop, you’ll ski the legendary Big 3: Sunshine Village, Lake Louise, and Mount Norquay — a combined 8,000 acres of slopes to explore and shred.

Whether you’re fuelling a gap year or kicking off an instructor career, this course is all about unlocking your potential. With coaching that rotates between resorts, you’ll chase the best snow and conditions while sharpening your skills across a huge variety of terrain. Expect to boost technique, grow confidence, and get fully prepared to nail your CSIA Level 1 and 2 — all while building the freeride instincts and all-mountain style that set great skiers apart.

Banff delivers the full package — national park views, wild landscapes, and a town that’s always up for a good time. Each resort brings its own flavour, from steep freeride zones to mellow cruisers and freestyle parks. Off the hill, our MORE Program adds even more adventure — think road trips to places like Revelstoke, cat-skiing, night skiing, and backcountry bonfires. Your host will keep the good times rolling with weekly socials and events woven into the season.

This is winter dialled up — big terrain, deep snow, and even deeper progression. Buckle up!

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Timeline

Here’s a guideline on how your season in Banff could unfold – packed with progression, powder days, and instructor qualifications.

Weeks 1-2
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Weeks 7-8
Weeks 9-10
Week 11

Welcome to Banff and the start of something epic. After the group transfer from Calgary, we’ll kick things off with a welcome dinner and town tour. On snow, the focus is on finding your feet and exploring the Big3 – Sunshine Village, Lake Louise and Norquay. By week 2, Level 1 training ramps up, with technical drills, video analysis, and an intro to CSIA/CASI techniques on groomers.

Your CSIA/CASI training really takes-off. We’ll dial in your technique on- and off-piste and introduce your first 1-2-1 session. Expect to feel sharper and more confident. You’ll run through simulated lessons, get stuck into teaching practice, and can complete your avalanche safety training – laying the groundwork for backcountry skills.

Time to show what you’ve learned. The three-day Level 1 exam at Sunshine Village tests both your riding and teaching. Most Nonstoppers pass with flying colours – and we celebrate in style with a legendary après party. Reset with a snowmobiling adventure through deep bowls before rolling into Level 2.

Level 2 training begins. You’ll level up your carving, dynamic movement, and teaching skills – all while tackling steeper terrain and deeper snow. Practical sessions, performance coaching, and full-mountain laps will build your confidence fast. For a weekend thrill, try dog sledding through the winter wilderness.

Put your Level 1 cert to use in our Assisted Teaching Program. Under guidance from SkiBig3 pros, you’ll teach real beginners – a massive CV boost. Then, it’s off to Kicking Horse for big-mountain lines, bowls and chutes on one of Canada’s most exciting freeride playgrounds.

With the Level 2 exam on the horizon, we’ll double down on your all-mountain riding and teaching skills. We’ll cover advanced CSIA/CASI theory and offer another 1-2-1 session to fine-tune your form. This block also includes the bucket-list cat-skiing day at Fortress Mountain, an optional park certification at Lake Louise, and a road trip to freeride haven, Revelstoke.

It’s the final push towards your goals. You’ll hone short turns, bumps, and teaching skills with focused Level 2 prep. Skiers complete two CSIA prerequisite modules ahead of the assessment. You’ll be feeling in the flow across a huge range of terrain types, and ready for the finale. Heli-skiing? Oh yes – you can tick that off too.

This is what it’s all been building towards. Skiers take the final CSIA Level 2 assessment, and snowboarders face four intense days. You’ll be evaluated on your teaching and riding – pass both components and you’re qualified to teach worldwide – from Japan to Switzerland. We’ll wrap it all up with a huge Nonstop graduation party to send off the season in style.

Here’s a guideline on how your season in Banff could unfold – packed with progression, powder days, and instructor qualifications.

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Resort

Banff is unique, home to a bouncing town and three varied ski areas – Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay, collectively known as the Big 3. Between each, there’s powder, steeps, trees, open faces and parks, plus mega views everywhere you turn. Every week you’ll ride all three resorts, which we rotate between depending on the snow, weather, and kind of terrain we want to ski.

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Resorts

Average Snowfall

30 ft

Vertical

3,550 ft

Skiable Acres

7,748

Terrain
Snow
Culture
Nightlife

Banff is home to the Big 3 — three diverse ski areas offering a combined 8,000 acres of terrain and some of the best snow and views in Canada. Across Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Mount Norquay, you’ll find everything from deep powder and steep lines to tree runs, open faces, and terrain parks.

Banff’s Big3 resorts see up to 30 feet of legendary Canadian Rockies powder each season — light, dry, and endlessly skiable. Sunshine Village tops the snowfall charts thanks to its high elevation and ideal location, pulling in up to 9 metres per winter. Its 7,200-foot base-area altitude keeps the snow cold and dry. Lake Louise averages 5 metres, delivering consistent coverage across its vast terrain, while Norquay, the smallest of the three, still clocks in with 3 metres and quick access to fresh lines.

Set in the heart of a National Park, Banff is a vibrant mountain town with epic scenery and plenty of energy. It’s the central hub for accessing the Big3 resorts, connected by free shuttles. The town blends Canadian hospitality with a global buzz, offering loads to explore off the slopes — from local shops and lively bars to brunch spots, hot springs, and art galleries. The main street is always alive with things to do, and regular events like film festivals, rail jams, and wildlife sightings (hello elk!) keep the town feeling dynamic and fun.

Banff’s nightlife is as lively as its slopes — a buzzing mountain town that knows how to have a good time. After a day on the hill, the vibe shifts from laid-back après to social evenings, with plenty of places to eat, drink, and catch up with your crew. Whether you're in the mood for a relaxed pint or something more lively, Banff has you covered.

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Coaching

This course is all about progression — and our coaching is second to none. You’ll train with CSIA pros who blend technical development, instructor training, and freeride skills into every session. Whether you’re here to become a qualified instructor or just want to ski harder, smoother and with more confidence, we’ll push your limits and fine-tune your skiing across Banff’s three legendary resorts.

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Group Size

Groups

By Ability

Coaches

Level 3/4

Video Analysis

Yes

Sessions
1-2-1
Groups
Coaches
Qualifications

The typical setup is four coaching days per week, with a varied schedule that blends instructor training and all-mountain development. Sessions rotate between Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Norquay, with each day focused on refining your technique, building your teaching skills, and prepping for your CSIA Level 1 + 2. You’ll be learning by doing — and having a blast.

Before each exam, you’ll get a dedicated 1-2-1 coaching session to zero in on your goals and boost your confidence. It’s your chance to ask questions, polish the final details, and make sure you’re ready to go.

You’ll ride in tight groups of no more than 8, matched by ability and vibe. That means loads of personal feedback, peer support, and a proper crew to shred with. We keep it fun, focused and social — just how it should be.

The backbone of the Nonstop experience is the coaching team — Level 3 and 4 pros who live for the mountains and know Banff inside out. With deep experience training instructors and unlocking progression, they’ll guide you through varied terrain, sharpen your skills, and build your teaching confidence. Each week you’ll rotate between coaches, giving you fresh perspectives, different teaching styles, and new zones to explore — and keeping your development dynamic.

You’ll work towards two respected certs: CSIA Level 1, which certifies you to teach beginners, and Level 2, internationally recognised allowing you to teach worldwide. Each exam covers both skiing and teaching — and our proven coaching system is built to help you nail them both.

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Full Course Story 11 Weeks in Banff, Canada

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