NZ: 5-Week Instructor Course: Level 3
NZ: 5-Week Instructor Course: Level 3
Rookie Academy’s 5-Week “Power” course is your gateway to achieving Level 3 certification and excelling in the ski instructing industry. With a proven track record of success, our programme is tailored for ambitious skiers seeking advanced training.
Small group sizes ensure you receive personalised coaching from world-class Rookies specialist trainers, focusing on skiing mechanics, teaching methods, and skill application. This course goes beyond certification, preparing you to excel in real-world teaching environments.
Training takes place in Wanaka, renowned for its stunning scenery and challenging terrain, offering the ideal environment to elevate your skiing and instructing career to the next level.
The course offers Level 3 certifications through recognised associations, including CSIA, BASI, and PSIC/PSIE. Simply select your preferred option when booking. For those pursuing certification through NZSIA, Rookie Academy provides the option of Elite Camps hosted by Josh Duncan-Smith and Harry McFadden.
Through intensive training, you'll deepen your understanding of skiing fundamentals, improve your performance, and learn to inspire others. Stand out in the competitive ski industry with Great Skiing, Made Easy.
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Camp Dates
Camp Dates
3 August - 4 September 2026

Live the experience of riding uncovered.
This intensive certifications, training, and camps will refine your skills, challenge your understanding of high-performance techniques, and move you closer to your goals either personally or in the snowsports industry. A must for anyone looking to take their abilities to the next level.
World-Class Training
Led by Rookie Academy's expert trainers in small groups for personalised focus
Rookie Academy Philosophy
Open-minded, factual approach to skill development
Progressive Learning
Train with different coaches and focus on improving all-terrain skills
Increase Skills
Emphasis on adapting and evolving in diverse mountain conditions