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
Winterlab in Niseko are recruiting for 2023/2024 winter
Winterlab are looking to recruit one more ski instructor to complete the team. Please send c.v. and photo to info@nisekowinterlab.com
NZSIA November 2023 Newsletter
Message from NZSIA President – Daniel Bogue I hope this message finds you well as you get underway for the summer or another winter season. As we look back on the season we have just had, I wanted to share some highlights from our recent Board and Management meetings....
Changes to NZSIA Ski L3 Prerequisites
We have received a lot of feedback around the prerequisites for Level Three, and as a result of this feedback some changes have been made. We believe these changes will make the Level three pathway simpler and more user friendly. We now have a system which allows more...
Ski Tech team selection
The NZSIA Ski Tech Team selection ran over 3 days at Mt Hutt in October with selectors Dave Taylor, Sarah Walls, Gavin McAuliffe, Colin Tanner, and Yoliinde Magill. The 22 who came along to try out were asked to present an on-snow clinic to their peers, topic given on...
SBINZ Snowboard Tech Team selection
The SBINZ Snowboard Tech Team selection ran over two days in Wanaka in October with selectors Keith Stubbs, Claire Dooney, Paul Philip and Ben Clarbrough. The crew of 17 who came along to try out were asked to present on snow whilst showing their ability to ride with...
Chinese Instructor recruitment – 中文滑雪教練招聘
日本新潟越後湯澤雪國教練滑雪學校需要中文滑雪教練。 我們在湯澤的各種不同的雪場教學，專門為客人提供高品質的服務。 如欲了解更多詳情，請盡快聯絡。 Patrick Latter: info@snowcountry-instructors.com
Newsletter – NZSIA 50th Celebrations – North Island
September update The season is now starting to wrap up as we slowly work our way through New Zealand - heading up to the North Island soon. And speaking of North Island....... road trip!! North Island 50th Anniversary Celebrations We are on a road trip North - its...
September Newsletter 2023
September 2023 Update NZSIA President - Daniel Bogue Farewells I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to collaborate with some exceptional teams throughout my life. The current team at NZSIA is no exception. Just like any great team, change...
NZSIA June Newsletter 2023
We have made it to the start line!! A short and sweet newsletter with a couple of updates including the reminder for the AGM tomorrow. If you are around, we would love to see you! AGM Holiday Inn Remarkables Park - Queenstown Address: 28 Red Oaks Drive, Frankton,...
Solis member benefit
Unfortunately, the Salomon/Solis/NZSIA offer will have to close for Winter 2023. Solis apologises to anyone who missed out but look forward to working with NZSIA to develop a new offer in the future.
Newsletter – May 2023
Temperatures are dropping, snow in the mountains - it definitely feels like our season is just around the corner!! Just a few updates for you as we get closer to our start date for the New Zealand winter 2023. North Island Rep We rolled out the nominations over the...
SBINZ WOMEN’S UPDATE & SURVEY RESULTS
A big thank you to all the wāhine who took the time to complete the female survey’s that have gone out in the last couple of years. In charting strategic gender changes in the SBINZ community, it is helpful to compare key data from the 2021 and 2022 surveys. Women...