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Japan: 7 days, Chinese Instructor Training course, with PSIE Level 1 exam, Asarigawa Resort

Japan: 7 days, Chinese Instructor Training course, with PSIE Level 1 exam, Asarigawa Resort

Get the "right" start to the ski instructor industry.

Regular price $2,300.00 NZD
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In our fourth decade of training experience in the ski industry, Rookie Academy brings unparalleled expertise and insight to this 3 day Level 1 instructor training course. Rookies is built on the values of fun, curiosity, kindness, respect, and achievement. We hold all our Rookies accountable to these values, believing that inclusivity is key to developing the next generation of world-class instructors.

What Makes Our Course Unique? Unlike traditional training providers, You will be up skilled in modern teaching and training techniques that support your development and prepare you for the Level 2 evaluation. Our approach is purposeful and evidence-based, focusing on skill acquisition, accurate biomechanics, physics, and inspiration, offering a specialised pathway to achieving your instructor goals  "Great skiing, made easy".

Asarigawa ResortThis classic Japanese resort, has great groomers and off piste terrain to build your skills that are necessary to be successful - You are surrounded with true local character, setup in an amazing coastal city of Otaru, with its brilliant local Japanese culture and having great accommodation and food options for relaxing after skiing.

Level 2 Exam, The exam is a four-day PSIE Level 1 - 4 days of evaluation. 


 

Price includes:

  • Three days of Rookies skills training
  • Four days of Level 1 PSIE evaluation
  • Training only (lift ticket not included)
  • PSIE membership not included
  • Rookies Swag

Non-Refundable Deposit Terms

Full payment is taken at checkout to secure your place; 6.5% of that amount is treated as a non-refundable deposit. If you cancel 60 days or more before departure, we refund the balance after deducting the 6.5% deposit and any bank or currency-conversion fees. Cancellations made 30–59 days out receive a 25% refund (we retain 75% plus fees), and cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable. Only one discount or promotional offer can be applied per booking unless we expressly state otherwise.

Accommodation

Accommodation not included

Prerequisites

  • Must hold a current PSIE or PSIC membership
  • Intermediate skier (can ski blue runs with skis parallel on groomed slopes)

Additional Information

  • 6-8 participants per group
  • 9am to 3pm on snow
  • Lift tickets not included
  • Accommodation not included

Course dates:

  • Training: 25 - 27 January 2026
  • Evaluation: 28 - 31 January 2026

PSIE/PSIC Membership

  • PSIE/PSIC membership is not included, please visit www.psie.pro/membership to purchase your membership
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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

Questions?

Get in touch – start your riding journey today