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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
Certification Secrets: Level III Alpine Instructor MaryLu Cianciolo
In this installment of the “Certification Secrets” series, Level III Alpine Instructor and Chicago Snow Studio Owner MaryLu Cianciolo explains why even starting down the path to certification can create more success – and fun – in your teaching.
From the Archives: “Cultural Connections in Alaska”
For this installment of “From the Archives,” we go back a decade to the Fall 2014 issue of 32 Degrees, with an insightful feature by former PSIA Cross Country (then Nordic) Team member Megan Spurkland on instructing in Alaska Native villages.
Flynn Twins Shine in New Blizzard Ski Video
PSIA Alpine Team members Bart and George Flynn are celebrating the start of their second term on the PSIA-AASI National Team with a brand-new Blizzard ski video featuring their home hill of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
Certification Secrets: Former PSIA Cross Country Team Coach Scott McGee Says, “Get Certified as Fast as You Can”
In this installment of the “Certification Secrets” series, former PSIA Cross Country Team Coach and Cross Country Task Force member Scott McGee emphasizes why even starting down the path to certification can create more success – and fun – in your teaching journey.
Cross Country Academy Welcomes Wide Range of Ski Abilities
PSIA Cross Country Academy 2024, which takes place Monday, Dec. 2, through Wednesday, Dec. 4, is the ultimate way for experienced cross country ski instructors to kick – and glide – into the winter in West Yellowstone, Montana.
Certification Secrets: Eastern Region Examiner Mark Aiken Says Advanced Training Is ‘Your Opportunity!’
In this installment of the “Certification Secrets” series, Mark Aiken, co-author of the Children’s Alpine Field Guide, Eastern Region examiner, ACE (ski ) team member, and instructor and staff trainer at Vermont’s Stowe Mountain, shares his insight on why advanced training is every instructor’s in-house opportunity.
