About The NZSIA
The New Zealand Snowsports Instructors Alliance has been training and qualifying NZ Snowsports instructors since it was established in 1971. NZSIA incorporates Ski, Snowboard (SBINZ) Telemark and Adaptive divisions and is recognised internationally for producing professional and knowledgeable instructors able to teach and perform on snow at a high standard. NZSIA divisions have developed a qualification framework that not only caters to our distinct New Zealand environment but also prepares our instructors to teach in the many diverse cultures and conditions encountered whilst working internationally.
NZSIA is a member of ISIA (International Snowsports Instructors Association) and participates in the International Interski Congress held every four years.
Mission Statement
Delivering with excellence, internationally recognised snowsports qualifications and professional development.
– To be New Zealand’s certification body for Snowsports Instruction in accordance with the ISIA standards.
– To provide premier training and continued education of Snowsports Instructors within New Zealand.
– To act in accordance with our values and guiding principles, which are: Fairness, teamwork, innovation, passion, transparency and cultural diversity.
– To further the recognition of Snowsports Instructors and their role within the industry.
Latest News
Smartwool – new member benefit
40% off any full-priced item for NZSIA members. Simply sign up to the Pro Purchase Program via the link below. Upon signing up, you will receive an email from Smartwool (please check junk mail) requesting the proof of your affiliation with NZSIA. Please send Smartwool...
Kiroro in Japan are recruiting for Snowsports Instructors and Patrol 20/21 season
Kiroro Ski and Snowboard Instructors 2020-2021 Season Do you have a passion for teaching and want to share your knowledge of snow sports with others? Do you love endless deep snow and exciting new cultural experiences? If so, look no further, this is the job you’ve...
50% Industry Discount Available on NZSIA Courses
In the weeks and months to come after the school holidays, NZSIA and SBINZ are offering a 50% discount for any Instructors (full time or part-time) doing L1, L2 or L3 exams. So it is an awesome opportunity to upskill or to cross over disciplines. Go...
SBINZ LEVEL 1 Walkthrough
Instructor Vacancies at First Traxx Malaysia
First Traxx Malaysia is recruiting! As we go in to our 4th year of operations we are looking for more enthusiastic instructors to teach Ski and Snowboard in Tropical Malaysia on our state of the art ski simulator. Level 1 or 2 Ski and Snowboard instructors are...
The White Room in Niseko is Recruiting
The White Room GK: First Niseko Affiliated Ski School Operated by HKer strive to create a sustainable and rewarding environment to staff. We are calling for interested parties to join our 20/21 team Successful Full Time Staff will receive: Season Pass Visa assistance...