Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

Why Turoa Snowsports Institute?

The Turoa Snowsports institute is one of the most affordable instructor training programs in the world. We offer the unique advantage of working weekends for the snow school once you have completed the NZSIA Level 1 course (providing you have a working holiday visa). As well as getting paid this also means you will be able to include real work experience on your resume for positions in northern hemisphere ski resorts. It will also make you eligible for rehire within our snow school.

How do I obtain a working holiday visa?

Our working holiday and airfare partners BUNAC (UK) and IEP (NZ) can hook you up with all the required paperwork and airfares as well as placement with Whistler Blackcomb Ski School for the northern hemisphere winter.

What is the town of Ohakune like?

Ohakune is situated in the centre of the North Island of New Zealand and is approximately 20 minutes drive from the Turoa Ski area. It is a thriving ski town with banks, supermarket, post office, ski shops restaurants, cafes and a vibrant nightlife based around several bars and nightspots.

Why is Turoa Snowsports Institute cheaper than other programs?

We are able to offer a high quality program for less than the competition because the program is facilitated directly by the snow school and not by any third party organisation. This also allows us the opportunity to offer you actual instruction work with the snow school on a part time basis.

What are employment opportunities like?

We anticipate the vast majority of candidates will be successful in obtaining their NZSIA Level 1 and Level 2 certifications this is no different to any other training program and will set most participants up for success in gaining employment in the USA, Canada, and Japan. In addition, your experience as a bona fide instructor with our Snow School and the resultant references will set you ahead of the pack.

What resorts in North America could I expect to work for?

The management and training team at Turoa Snow School have direct links with the ski schools of Vail Resorts (Vail, Breckenridge, Keystone, Beaver Creek in Colorado and Heavenly in California) and Telluride Colorado as well as various other resorts in Colorado, Utah, California, and the Lake Louise area in Canada. Our working Holiday partners, BUNAC and IEP, also have a special relationship and will be able to place participants with Whistler Blackcomb in BC, Canada.

For ENQUIRIES or to REGISTER contact:

Glenn Bradley

Manager, Turoa Snow School
gbradley@mtruapehu.com