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.
PSIA-AASI Announces CEO Search
Sept. 24, 2024 -- The Professional Ski Instructors of America - American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is actively seeking candidates interested in the role of Chief Executive Officer. Based in Lakewood, Colo., (Denver metro area)
Longtime Instructor Troy Nedved Named New President and COO of Big Sky Resort
New Big Sky Resort President and COO Troy Nedved discusses how his teaching experience and the skills he’s developed over the past three decades will inform his new role.
The 2024-25 Event Calendar Is Live!
The PSIA-AASI Event Calendar is updated with regional events for the 2024-25 season. Be sure to check it out and start planning for the winter ahead. Grab your spot now – space is limited at some events!
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