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Our top questions about our Instructor GAP ski courses
How do I apply or reserve a place?
Just get in touch via the Supreme Pro website or email us directly. Places are limited and fill up quickly, especially for Zermatt, so we recommend applying early. A deposit will secure your spot.
What level of skiing do I need to join?
You should be a confident skier on all groomed runs (particularly on red runs) and comfortable linking turns in control off-piste. You don’t need prior instructor experience, we’ll train you from the ground up, but you should be fit and ready for a full-time training environment.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
Yes, we recommend bringing your own skis, boots, and helmet. We’ll advise on the most suitable ski types for training and exams (generally piste performance skis). If needed, we can help you arrange rentals or purchases in resort.
Will I be able to work as a ski instructor after the course?
Yes - once you’ve passed Level 2, you’ll be qualified to apply for instructor jobs around the world. We also offer career guidance and job placement advice during and after the course.
Our top questions about the Verbier, Sauze d’Oulx and Zermatt
How much is the lift pass in Verbier?
A full season lift pass for Verbier 4Vallées is CHF 1,449.
Is Verbier a snow-sure resort?
Verbier consistently boasts some of the best snow conditions of any resort in Europe. It’s renowned for excellent snow coverage on piste and regular snow falls that provide excellent off-piste conditions. The resort is open from the end of November to the end of April.
Where is Verbier?
Located in the canton of the Valais, in the southwest of Switzerland, Verbier is bordered by France to the west and Italy to the south. It has easy transport links, situated about a two-hour drive from Geneva airport, or you can take a train from the airport to Le Chable and take the gondola to the centre of resort.
What’s the town of Verbier like?
Verbier is known for some of the best partying in the Alps, from lively aprés-ski, to fantastic restaurants and bars - it has something for everyone.
How much is the lift pass in Sauze d’Oulx?
A full season lift pass for the Milky Way ski area is EUR 900.
Is Sauze d’Oulx a snow-sure resort?
The resort has heavily invested in artificial snow making in recent years, ensure excellent snow conditions on piste all winter. With a peak of around 2,800m in altitude, it offers plenty of snow-sure skiing
Where is Sauze d’Oulx?
Located in the Piedmont region in Italy, at the foot of Monte Genevris, it is around an hour drive from Turin airport and is bordered by France, with skiing access to the French resort of Montgenèvre.
What’s the town of Sauze d’Oulx like?
Sauze d’Oulx has a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, popular with holiday makers and seasonaire, with plenty of Apré-ski bars and cosy, authentic Italian restaurants.
How much is the lift pass in Zermatt?
A full season lift pass for Zermatt is CHF 1,488
Is Zermatt a snow-sure resort?
Zermatt is the highest resort in Switerland and has the Matterhorn Glacier located at 3,899m, so consistently boasts some of the best snow conditions of any resort in Europe.
Where is Zermatt?
Located in the canton of the Valais, in the southwest of Switzerland, Zermatt is bordered by Italy to the south. It has easy transport links, with a well serviced train station in Täsch just 20 minutes from Zermatt.
What’s the town of Zermatt like?
Zermatt is famed for its’ car free town, full of boutique shops, excellent restaurants and 5 star hotels.
Our top questions about the opportunities after the course
Who provides the qualifications?
We provide the qualifications through the Irish Association of Ski Instructors (IASI), a globally recognised and respected certification. IASI’s strong reputation, combined with Ireland’s ongoing EU membership, ensures that instructors qualifying through this system have access to a wide range of job opportunities across Europe and beyond.
The Level 2 qualification is a significant step up from Level 1, which is limited to a closed environment such as snowdomes and artificial slopes and beginner areas.
Where can I use the Level 1 and 2 IASI qualification?
This qualification opens the door to teaching in open alpine environment around the world, including ski schools in many European countries, Canada, the U.S., New Zealand, and more.
What is the career pathway to become a fully certified instructor?
You can read more about the qualification pathway on our ‘qualifications’ page, you will need to pass your IASI level 3 and 4 to become a fully certified instructor, which opens the door to working in most resorts worldwide, subject to working rights.
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