If your dream job is working as a Ski/Snowboard Guide, Bike Guide, Rock Guide or Alpine Guide, you’re lucky!
Whistler Adventure School (WAS) gives you the opportunity of graduating in your passion while enjoying Whistler’ natural environment.
Ski/Snowboard Guide Training Diploma
The Ski / Snowboard Guide program is designed to train a student and improve his skills to succeed as a ski/snowboard instructor. This program trains the student in the fundamentals of skiing and snowboarding. During the program, the students must do an assignment that contains the summary information of the learned technics in outdoor activities.
Entry Requirements
- Advanced skiing/snowboarding skills
- Minimum 18 years old
- International English Language Testing System(IELTS) General Training
Listening: 4.5 | Reading: 3.5 | Writing: 4 | Speaking: 4
Program Course hours:
- Ski / Snowboard Guide Level 1 22.5 hours
- Ski / Snowboard Guide Level 2 67.5hours
- Ski / Snowboard Guide Level 3 67.5 hours
*There’s a possibility of been trained to get an ACMG/UIAGM level.
Program Costs
- Tuition Fee International C$ 5,000
- Application Fee C$ 125
- Ski Gear Rental Fee C$ 150
- Ski Gear Rental Deposit C$ 250
- November
- December
Length of Study
- 157,5 full time hours within 6 months
Credits
- 8
Whistler Bike Guide Training Diploma
This certificate will teach you to succeed in the Bike Guiding field. You will learn the necessary skills and techniques, starting with a 4 theoretical-practical modules.
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR) 80 h
- Instructor level 1 22.5 h
- Trail Mechanic 22.5 h
- Guiding Clients 22.5 h
After the academic phase, you will have a Co-op Internship period where you will run through all the learned concepts in a real work environment.
The total duration of the program
- 5 full-time hours in a 6 months period
Course requirements:
- Advanced cycling skills.
- 18+ years old
- International English Language Testing System(IELTS) General Training
Listening: 4.5 | Reading: 3.5 | Writing: 4 | Speaking: 4
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fee C$ 5150
- Application Fee C$ 125
- Lab Supplies C$ 75
Enrolment:
- March and April
Credits
- 12
Whistler Rock Guide Training Diploma
This certificate will teach you to succeed in the Rock Guiding field. You will learn the fundamentals of Rock guiding and techniques of climbing thanks to three theoretical-practical modules of Rock Guiding.
In this program, you will learn how to determine and plan a multi-pitch rock climb, how to generate risk management protocols, safety for clients, Identify a variety of rock climbing techniques, knots, top roping, etc.
- Rock Guide Level 1 22.5 h
- Rock Guide Level 2 67.5h
- Rock Guide Level 3 67.5 h
*There’s a chance to be trained to an ACMG/UIAGM level.
To accomplish the program, students have to do a summary work assignment, which includes all the information related to the rock climbs and the different reached levels.
Total duration of the program
- 5 full-time hours in a 6 months period
Course requirements:
- Climbing skills.
- 18+ years old
- International English Language Testing System(IELTS) General Training
Listening: 4.5 | Reading: 3.5 | Writing: 4 | Speaking: 4
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fee C$ 5000
- Application Fee C$125
Enrolment:
- July
Credits
- 8
Whistler Alpine Guide Training Diploma
This certificate will teach you to succeed in the Alpine Guiding Industry. You will learn the fundamentals of Alpine guiding and techniques of mountain climbing, thanks to three theoretical-practical modules of Rock Guiding.
In this program you will learn how to determine and plan a multi-pitch rock climb, how to generate risk management protocols, safety for clients, Identify a variety of rock climbing techniques, knots, top roping, etc.
- Alpine Guide Level 1 22.5 h
- Alpine Guide Level 2 67.5 h
- Alpine Guide Level 3 67.5 h
*There’s a chance to be trained to an ACMG/UIAGM level.
The practical part of this program takes place in the alpine valley of Whistler, where students can test their alpine skills in an exclusive landscape.
To accomplish the program, students have to do a summary work assignment, which includes all the program experiences.
The total duration of the program
- 5 full-time hours in a 6 months period
Program requirements:
- Physical + climbing skills.
- 18+ years old
- International English Language Testing System(IELTS) General Training
Listening: 4.5 | Reading: 3.5 | Writing: 4 | Speaking: 4
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fee C$ 5000
- Application Fee C$125
Enrolment:
- July
Credits
- 8
Adventure Tourism Winter Diploma
This certificate will teach you to succeed in the snowmobile and winter backcountry outings. You will learn the fundamentals of backcountry travel and techniques with exposure to all types of terrain from mountains to rivers, alpine peaks and rock walls.
Courses:
- Snowmobile Guide 5 h
- Backcountry Skiing/Snowboarding 5 h
- Snow Orientation 5 h
- Co-op Work Experience5 h
Total duration of the program
- 270 full-time hours in a 6 months period
Program requirements:
- Valid Driver License.
- 19+ years old
- Proficient English
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fee C$ 7000
- Application Fee C$250
- Snowmobile Rental C$ 500
- Helmet Rental C$ 75
Enrolment:
- November
Credits
- 12
WHY CHOOSE WHISTLER IN BRITISH COLUMBIA.
Whistler is a place that offers a wide range of leisure possibilities throughout the year. The charming Whistler Village sits at the foot of the mountains that host the world’s best ski slope and the world’s best mountain biking park, golf courses, hiking trails, spas, shops, and restaurants. Endless activities that will make you enjoy sports and feel the nature in an outstanding way.
The atmosphere of Whistler is special. A bucolic place where to fall in love with nature. Where your mood becomes an explorer hungry of adventure, Where your soul blends with the essence of the mountains.
In a nutshell, Whistler is a top place in British Columbia, which you cannot miss. Thanks to the numerous top-notch awards in hotels, restaurants, golf course and ski slopes, this place has become a favorite for adults and children from all over the world, regardless of the time of year.
In winter you can ski or snowboard at Whistler Blackcomb, which is the best ski slope in North America. If you are a fan of the snow, it’s your place. Skiing, snowboarding, Nordic or cross-country skiing, heli-skiing, ice skating, dog sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and a wide range of leisure activities that will make you enjoy the mountains as never before!
For the summer, Whistler is also a must that you cannot miss. Enjoy the wonderful natural landscapes, descend the slopes of the mountains by bicycle, play golf in one of its 4 fields of competition, visit the lakes, hiking, water sports, quad excursions or off-road excursions are some of the activities most popular among its visitors.
In addition, Whistler is just 2 hours from the city of Vancouver. The modern architecture of the city and its spectacular natural surroundings will leave a mark on your memories and your heart.
Vancouver is a young city full of student life. In its streets, you will see young people of different nationalities with backpacks and folders, charming cafes, hand-made shops, medicinal marijuana dispensaries, and Asian-influenced restaurants.
In the Downtown area, you will find shops and shopping streets such as Granville Street, Robson Street, Burrard Street, or Alberni Street (where the most luxurious stores are located). You will also find restaurants, shopping centers, convention centers, the majestic Stanley Park and its seawall, more than 8Km long.
Vancouver has a milder climate than Whistler because of its location and proximity to the ocean. Unlike other locations in the country, the weather is quite mild. The average temperature in summer is between 7 and 14ºC, although there are summer days that can reach up to 35Cº. From October to March it usually rains a lot (about 165 days a year) and there is a humidity of 70% on average. In winter it can reach -17Cº, and although it is a rather low temperature, it’s nothing compared to the -40ºC that have been registered in other provinces.
Vancouver was recognized in 2012 as the best city in Canada by the Readers Choice Awards of Conde Nast Traveler. Its mountains, lakes, forests, rivers, ocean and natural parks make Vancouver a city worth exploring.
Here we show some photos of Whistler, Vancouver, and its surroundings.
Whistler Village:
Garibaldi Lake
Lynn Canyon
The city of Vancouver and Stanley Park
The Certified programs of Whistler Adventure School will train you to be a successful professional in the Ski/Snowboard guiding, Bike guiding, Rock Guiding, and Alpine Guiding fields.
If you’d like to study one of this selected programs in the exclusive natural paradise of Whistler, email us at international@uvanu.com and you´ll improve your English language skills while getting certified to work in your dream job!
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