About Us
The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching people how to ski and snowboard. Join us and turn your passion into a profession. Or, come take a lesson from us — friends don’t let friends teach friends. Let the snow fly!
About Us
The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching people how to ski and snowboard. Join us and turn your passion into a profession. Or, come take a lesson from us — friends don’t let friends teach friends. Let the snow fly!
Latest News
Monica Young Earns Her Alpine Level II in Treble Cone, New Zealand
Western Region member Monica Young shares how she earned her Alpine Level II certification in New Zealand and what it means to her to continue striving for advanced certification.
32 Degrees: Meet the 2024-28 National Team Members
The Fall 2024 issue of 32 Degrees magazine is out and it includes a special feature on the 2024-28 PSIA-AASI National Team, which sets the standard for U.S. ski and snowboard instruction.
Pro Offer Etiquette: Follow These Four Simple Rules
If you plan to use your members-only PSIA-AASI Pro Offers to refresh some of your gear before the season starts, review the rules of the road for this valuable member benefit. Otherwise, the deals you may get today could disappear tomorrow – for everyone.
National Scholarship Window for the 2024-25 Season Closes Oct. 31. Apply Now!
PSIA-AASI scholarships help snow pros achieve their professional goals by providing resources to offset expenses in their quest to increase their knowledge and improve their skills. As a friendly reminder, applications close Thursday, Oct. 31!
National Team Member Brian Smith Shares His Most Memorable Teaching Experience
As we get ready to kick off a new season, Alpine Team member Brian Smith shares his most memorable teaching experience, one that taught him patience, humility, empathy, and gratitude all in the same lesson.
PSIA-AASI Welcomes Hot Chillys as Official Supplier
PSIA-AASI welcomes Hot Chillys as the association’s newest official supplier. For professional instructors, the mission at Hot Chillys is to keep you so comfortable you forget they’re even there.