NZ: Josh Duncan-Smith : Specialty Elite Camp

The only short cut to Great Skiing, Training with the Best.

$2,000.00 NZD

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Join a very special of week training, Hosted by Joshua Duncan-Smith (JDS)

Over the past 14 years, Josh has carved out a unique place among the sport’s leading figures. His relentless curiosity and daily commitment to pushing his own performance have been key to his success. This dedication hasn’t just sharpened his personal skills, it’s also made him a master at helping others grow.

Josh is known for his ability to pinpoint exactly what each skier needs, communicate it clearly, and demonstrate it with precision. It’s this rare combination that’s earned him widespread respect across the industry.To truely get better

A two-time NZSIA Inter-ski Team member and a finalist in numerous technical ski competitions throughout Asia, Josh brings world-class insight to every session.

Through this intensive week of training, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of skiing fundamentals, boost your performance, and sharpen the skills that help you learn how to learn.

Great Skiing, Made Easy.

Price includes:

Training only (lift tickets not included)
Includes four full days of training with one rest day
Tech talk session
Video analysis

Non-Refundable Deposit Terms

A non-refundable deposit of 6.5% of the total booking amount is payable at the time of booking. All deposits are strictly non-refundable, including in the event of cancellation. Please note that any discounts or promotional offers advertised on our website are not cumulative and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or offer, unless expressly stated otherwise.

Dates - 2025

Camp 1: 18th August to 22nd August 2025 - Short Turn Focus

Prerequisites

Minimum age: 18 years
Confidence ski in all terrain
At the skill level of the outlined Specialist Camp
Advance
Elite
Carve
Short turns
Moguls
Powder
Side country

Additional Information

Camp numbers:

JDS groups: Maximum of 10 participants
Group size above 7, Hosted by JDS with additional Specialist Rookies trainer.

Orientation Day:

Sunday Night Meet and Greet – Held the Sunday before camp begins at 5:30pm (location to be confirmed)

Schedule:

Four full days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday), 9:00 am – 3:00 pm with a 1-hour break

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Josh Duncan-Smith

Instagram: joshduncansmith

Josh is a highly accomplished ski instructor, coach, and examiner. As Head Trainer at Rookie Academy, he brings extensive experience from various facets of the ski industry. He holds multiple qualifications from prestigious organisations, including AMSI, NZSIA, PSIE, CSIA, and IASI, and is a member of the NZSIA Demo Team. Each season, Josh delivers private lessons, instructor certification courses, and Rookies Elite camps while also producing instructional online content. His goal in every setting is to help skiers maximise their potential. He is currently a contracted examiner for both PSIE and NZSIA. Josh’s impressive career also includes reaching the finals in multiple technical skiing competitions across Asia.

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.