Ski Instructor Courses

Yuzawa, Niigata

SKI INSTRUCTOR COURSES IN JAPAN

What better place to get your instructor certifications than with the people who run one of Japan’s largest ski instructor institutions! The Evergreen Alpine Academy has been operating in the Hakuba Valley for more than a decade, and has developed a reputation of excellence for our quality instructor training and certification programs. We know exactly what it takes to train instructors - we do it every day. Since our first CASI course in 2012, we have certified thousands of Snowsports instructors - we'd love to help you kickstart a new career and change your life too!

CSIA LEVEL 1 SKI INSTRUCTOR (ENGLISH COURSE)

Yuzawa, Niigata

The Level 1 ski instructor certification is for any competent parallel skier, aged 15 years or older, and seeking to work as a ski instructor. The Level 1 candidate can expect to be exposed to a variety of terrain, snow conditions and terrain features. The level 1 course is an introduction to ski teaching, CSIA technique and methodology, and the role of ski teaching within the ski industry. It combines the basics of practical ski teaching methods, technical understanding and development of guest service skills, specifically addressing children's skiing..

Skiing criteria

Please watch the Level 1 Skiing Standards Video to get an idea of what is expected.

If it is determined that your skill level falls significantly below the required standard, poses a safety risk to yourself or others, or disrupts the progress of the course, your participation may be terminated. In such cases, no refund will be issued.

Course Schedule 2026/2027

Course Registration

Please note that registrations for the course are made 3 weeks before the course starts.
You will receive complementary information and your CSIA member login approximately 14 days before the course begins.

Price 2026/2027

CSIA Level 1 English

Package: 210,000 JPY
Course: 165,000 JPY
EAA Prep Training: 60,000 JPY

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Location

Course location

CSIA Level 1 Details

Am I Ready?
The Level 1 Instructor standards require you to pass both riding and teaching evaluations. In order to help you achieve success on the course, we suggest you take the following steps in preparation, if they are available to you:

Spend time working as an assistant/apprentice instructor, in order to see a beginner lesson in action.
Book a lesson with a current CSIA Level 1 Course Conductor to get feedback on your skiing ability in relation to the technical standard.

Pre-requisites
*15 years of age on the first day of the course
*Fluent in the language of the course you registered for
*You should be a confident, independent skier, comfortable skiing blue and black runs on your own, consistently parallel while controlling your speed. The Level 1 course is not a learn-to-ski program — you will be developing your existing skiing skills, not learning to ski from scratch.

Course Description
The CSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor certification course is open to strong intermediate skiers, aged 15 years and older. Candidates on the Level 1 Course will spend time exploring skiing technique and teaching methods across a variety of venues, both on-snow (up to and including intermediate terrain) and during indoor presentations.

The CSIA Level 1 course is an introductory course, designed to give successful candidates the skills necessary to begin their role as a new instructor in the industry. Beginner teaching methods, understanding of basic ski technique, as well as lesson planning and effective communication skills will be addressed.

Candidates will receive coaching on their skiing ability, as well as feedback on their teaching skills, with the goal of reaching the Level 1 standard in both of these areas. They will also receive suggestions and strategies for long-term development. The successful candidate is certified to teach beginner skiers up to the Novice Turn level.

The Level 1 certification is a pre-requisite for the CSIA Level 2 Instructor Certification.

What is included?

3 days of CSIA course, including:
- An introduction to CSIA skiing and teaching methodology
- Strategies to develop skiers from entry level to intermediate
- Techniques and strategies for effective assessment and development
- Personal feedback on skiing performance
- Interactive preparatory Online Module to be completed during the Course, or in advance if desired
- Exam fees
- Upon successful completion of a Level 1 CSIA Program, you become a Member of the CSIA and are billed annually for Membership Fees by the National Office

Level 1 Course Candidate Guide

What is NOT included?

Lift ticket
Meals
Accommodation
Equipment/gear

Terms and Conditions

CSIA LEVEL 1 RETEST COURSE

Yuzawa, Niigata

As we aim to develop the snowsports industry and foster professional growth, we have created a comprehensive re-test program for CSIA Level 1 course, including training to ensure your readiness.

Candidates who fail skiing or teaching, or both, have 2 years (730 days) from the course date to be re-evaluated on the incomplete portion. After that period, the full course must be taken again.

CSIA Level 1 Re-test

2 Days Program for Each Component

Skiing re-test, Day 1-2 of Level 1 Course
Teaching re-test, Day 2-3 of Level 1 Course

Course Schedule 2026/2027

Course Registration

Please note that registrations for the course are made 3 weeks before the course starts.
You will receive complementary information, including access to the online e-course, approximately 14 days before the course begins.

Price 2026/2027

CSIA Re-test

Exam: 105,000 JPY / Component

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Location

Please refer to above CSIA Level 1 Course Location

CSIA Level 1 Details

Am I Ready?
The Level 1 Instructor standards require you to pass both riding and teaching evaluations. In order to help you achieve success on the course, we suggest you take the following steps in preparation, if they are available to you:

Spend time working as an assistant/apprentice instructor, in order to see a beginner lesson in action.
Book a lesson with a current CSIA Level 1 Course Conductor to get feedback on your skiing ability in relation to the technical standard.

Pre-requisites
*15 years of age on the first day of the course
*Fluent in the language of the course you registered for
*You should be a confident, independent skier, comfortable skiing blue and black runs on your own, consistently parallel while controlling your speed. The Level 1 course is not a learn-to-ski program — you will be developing your existing skiing skills, not learning to ski from scratch.

Course Description
The CSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor certification course is open to strong intermediate skiers, aged 15 years and older. Candidates on the Level 1 Course will spend time exploring skiing technique and teaching methods across a variety of venues, both on-snow (up to and including intermediate terrain) and during indoor presentations.

The CSIA Level 1 course is an introductory course, designed to give successful candidates the skills necessary to begin their role as a new instructor in the industry. Beginner teaching methods, understanding of basic ski technique, as well as lesson planning and effective communication skills will be addressed.

Candidates will receive coaching on their skiing ability, as well as feedback on their teaching skills, with the goal of reaching the Level 1 standard in both of these areas. They will also receive suggestions and strategies for long-term development. The successful candidate is certified to teach beginner skiers up to the Novice Turn level.

The Level 1 certification is a pre-requisite for the CSIA Level 2 Instructor Certification.

What is included?

3 days of CSIA course, including:
- An introduction to CSIA skiing and teaching methodology
- Strategies to develop skiers from entry level to intermediate
- Techniques and strategies for effective assessment and development
- Personal feedback on skiing performance
- Interactive preparatory Online Module to be completed during the Course, or in advance if desired
- Exam fees
- Upon successful completion of a Level 1 CSIA Program, you become a Member of the CSIA and are billed annually for Membership Fees by the National Office

Level 1 Course Candidate Guide

What is NOT included?

Lift ticket
Meals
Accommodation
Equipment/gear

Terms and Conditions

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