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
Save the Date! National Academy Registration Opens Oct. 9
Make plans now to finish your 2023-24 ski and snowboard season on a high note by saving your place at Adaptive Academy, National Academy, Rider Rally, and Telemark Academy 2024 in Big Sky, Montana.
32 Degrees: Take Heed of Two Trends Regarding Lessons
Underneath the overall level of success in 2021-22, two intersecting trends are impacting ski and ride schools: a decline in the number of students in snowsports lessons and evolving guest expectations when it comes to instruction (and the resort experience overall). How snowsports schools and individual instructors react to these trends will play a significant factor in the future of snowsports instruction.
Podcasts Welcome Pure Mountain Fun, Talk Recovery Nutrition
In these two new First Chair Podcasts, hear how new PSIA-AASI Official Supplier Pure Mountain Fun helps get kids equipped to hit the slopes, and how you can incorporate proper nutrition into your winter — and year-round — active recovery plan.
Nordica’s PROTOBER Ski and Boot Sale Starts Oct. 1
PROTOBER, PSIA-AASI Official Supplier Nordica’s annual alpine ski and boot sale officially kicks off Sunday, Oct. 1!
Ramp Up Your Education & Fitness with Live and Recorded Webinars
Don’t miss your opportunity to register now for two must-attend webinars that will set you up for success this upcoming season — one taking place tonight and the other one week from Thursday!
Professional Development Plan: National Team Member Michael Rogan
Congratulations to the 2021-2024 PSIA-AASI National Team for all the work they’ve done promoting, supporting, and assisting with the development of PSIA-AASI education materials, programs, and activities at all levels. As the team enters its final season, team coaches and members reflect on the work they’ve done for the association, their personal accomplishments, and their professional development plans — including how they think those plans can help you reach your goals this season.