About Us
The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching people how to ski and snowboard. Join us and turn your passion into a profession. Or, come take a lesson from us — friends don’t let friends teach friends. Let the snow fly!
About Us
The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching people how to ski and snowboard. Join us and turn your passion into a profession. Or, come take a lesson from us — friends don’t let friends teach friends. Let the snow fly!
Latest News
32 Degrees: Last Run – The Turns That Bind
This “Last Run” column, written by PSIA-AASI Lead Writer Peter Kray, appears in the Spring 2024 Issue of 32 Degrees. You can read the entire digital edition by logging in and visiting the 32 Degrees page on our website.
Adaptive Snowsports Pioneer Gwen Allard Honored with PSIA-AASI Lifetime Achievement Award
Adaptive snowsports instruction legend Gwen Allard was honored with PSIA-AASI’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Awards & Recognition Night at National Academies in Big Sky, Montana, last month.
First Chair Podcast Catches Up with Members of the 2024-28 National Team
PSIA-AASI named the members of the 2024-28 National Team after an extensive tryout process that culminated in Big Sky, Montana, last month. Here, new team member Melodie Buell and returning team member Chris Rogers share some of the highlights – and challenges – of their personal journey on the First Chair Podcast.
PSIA-AASI Celebrates Emily Lovett’s Educational Excellence as a Cross Country Ski Instructor
Emily Lovett, who recently stepped down from her role after two terms as coach of the PSIA Cross Country Team, was one of the inspirational instructors honored at the annual Awards & Recognition Night at National Academies in Big Sky, Montana, last month.
32 Degrees: What Makes a Great Examiner? Region Training Events Set the Scene
This article by PSIA-AASI Education Development Manager Angelo Ross appears in the Spring 2024 Issue of 32 Degrees. You can read the entire digital edition by logging in and visiting the 32 Degrees page on our website.
2024 PSIA-AASI Team Selection: Thank You to the Selectors!
From current and past team coaches, past team members, and some of the country’s top examiners and educators, thousands of hours were put into evaluating PSIA-AASI National Team candidates. Selectors put the utmost thought and examination into fair consideration of each person’s technical, teaching, and people skills. We appreciate the selectors’ hard work and dedication to our association!