PSIA-AASI

8.24.2009

Summer. Snowsports instructors. Wait . . . what?

The snow will be flying before we know it, but most PSIA-AASI members are still soaking up the summer. Even though these serious skiers and riders have snow on the brain year-round, they manage to fill the off-season with some pretty awesome playtime. So, if you’ve ever wondered what snowsports instructors do when they are not skiing or snowboarding, read on . . .

We asked PSIA-AASI members from around the country how they spend their summers. Here’s what some of them had to say:

“Biking, hiking, swimming, golfing, running, or thinking about skiing.” – Bill Powell, Waterville Valley Snowsports School, Nordic Instructor, Level II

“Honestly, getting ready for ski season, both physically and mentally.” – Marc Schanfarber, Timberline Ski & Snowboard School, Children’s Technical Director and Staff Trainer

“Playing as much as possible—mountain biking, rock climbing, and water-skiing with my husband, son, and daughter. I love the off-season for having fun and taking care of my family.” – Renee Targosz, Deer Valley Ski School, Alpine Instructor, Level III

“I spend summers working for a consulting firm in Alaska. My work includes consulting companies on PR, marketing and IT, and facilitating groups and meetings.” – Chris Rogers, Steamboat Ski & Snowboard School, Snowboard Instructor, Level III

“Hiking, biking, and kayaking around Lake Tahoe.” – Jim Foley, Squaw Valley Snowsports School, Alpine Instructor, Level II

“Playing golf and working on next year’s plan of attack.” – Joseph Darmofalski, Canaan Valley Ski & Snowboard School, Snowsports Director

“Water skiing, participating in triathlons, and spending a lot of time with my family. – Anne E. Mattack, Alpine Valley Ski & Snowboard School, Alpine Instructor, Level III

“Some vacation time with family. The day job during the week.” – Ken Koellner, Wachusett Mountain Ski & Snowboard School, Alpine Instructor, Level II

“Livin’ it up Colorado-style! Hiking and getting outside as much as I can.” – Jeannie Garcia, Vail Snowsports School, Snowboard Instructor, Level I

“Thinking about our steepest run, Catapult, and how to call the shots on it.” – Jennifer Post, Catamount Snow Sports School, Alpine Instructor, Level II

“Trying to find a seasonal job that is as fun as working in the ski industry.” – Derrick Dutson, Brian Head Resort Winter Sports School, Kids Camp Manager

“I am a hiking guide and I sneak off for a blue water sail in the spring or fall.” – Sharon Dale, Vail Snowsports School, Alpine Instructor, Level III

“Dreaming of Chile.” – Brad Fiery, Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School, Alpine Instructor, Level I

“Working, cutting firewood, SCUBA diving and having fun!” – Dave Iskowitz, Camelback Ski & Snowboard School, Snowboard Instructor, Level III

“I ride horses, build things, bike a little, play in the woods.” – Katherine Rockwell, Killington/Pico Ski & Snowboard School, Alpine Instructor, Level III

“Working, mowing the lawn, playing tennis, and looking at the mountains hoping to see snow on them again.” – Geoff Arnold, Snow Summit Ski & Snowboard School, Alpine Instructor, Level I