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PSIE Level 2 Big Mountain Coach Certification
The Level 2 Big Mountain course is designed to introduce instructors to coaching and guiding in moderate and advanced off-piste and freeride terrain. We are delighted to be delivering this course for the Professional Ski Instructors of Europe.
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PSIE Level 2 Big Mountain Coach Certification

This fun, high-energy program includes:
- Development of advanced skiing skills and terrain awareness.
- Coaching and guiding skill development in moderate and low-consequence terrain.
- Additional risk management, transceiver practice and avalanche safety.

A Big Mountain Coach is a freeride guide trained to work in off-piste, big mountain terrain located within the ski area. Great coaching in this environment requires specific skills that this training provides. The program is designed to challenge, empower and hone the understanding and skills in the alpine environment playground.

The Level 2 Big Mountain Program comprises on-snow training split into two separate 3-day modules, with an additional 1 day module dedicated to Backcountry Safety, emphasizing Skiing Skills and Guiding/Teaching Skills development pathways. It is STRONGLY recommended that the Skiing skills module be taken first as this will ensure you have the skiing competency to safely navigate the terrain required for the Guiding/Teaching module. Full Level 2 Big Mountain Coach certification requires passing both components.

More info on the course and the outcomes can be found here: ( view Level 2 detailed program summary)

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PSIE Level 2 Big Mountain Coach Certification options
Level 2 Skiing Skills and Avalanche Safety
From
450 CHF
From
450 CHF
  • From
    09/01/2025
    to
    12/01/2025
Max participants:
10
Languages: English
Resort: Verbier
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Level 2
Teaching skills
From
340 CHF
From
340 CHF
  • From
    03/03/2025
    to
    05/03/2025
Max participants:
10
Languages: English
Resort: Verbier
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Please use the ‘book now’ button to check precise availability and pricing. If the standard times shown don’t work for you, please contact our office team to discuss further options.

Verbier Ski Resort: Verbier is a picture postcard Swiss village situated in the 4 Vallees ski area. Perched high on a beautiful sunny aspect, Verbier has access to more than 400km of groomed pistes that cater to skiers of all abilities. The resort has excellent snow cover, allowing you to ski from November to May. Renowned for its off-piste skiing, the ski area has endless opportunities for thrill seekers, from steep and technical couloirs to huge powder bowls and fantastic tree skiing.

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What to expect
Start
9.00am: warm up exercises
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Early morning program
9.00am-11am: Develop an understanding of Alpine Terrain (Entrances, bowls, couloirs, chutes, steeps)
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Late morning program
11.00am-12.30pm: Apply progression up to drifted short turns in off piste terrain
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Lunch
12.30pm-1.00pm
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Afternoon
1.00pm-3.00pm Apply tactical development approaches in moderate off piste Alpine terrain. (Speed control skills and tactics, Vertical and diagonal side slip)
Finish
3.00pm: video analysis and personal planning
How to book your PSIE Level 2 Big Mountain Coach Certification
Speak to our team of highly-trained advisors

Our friendly office team are renowned for their excellent customer service. Our goal is to help make your holiday unforgettable, this starts with your initial enquiry - you can expect a quick and informative response, whether it’s by phone, email or after you have made a booking online. If it’s your first time skiing, we recommend giving the office a call and we’ll talk you through the best options for you.

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