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PSIA-AASI Launches New Teaching Children Snowsports Manual

December 15, 2021

Resource Helps Educate Ski & Snowboard Instructors on How to Make Learning More Fun for Kids LAKEWOOD, Colo. (December 15, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) recently launched a new education resource, the Teaching Children Snowsports manual, that includes content to help instructors make it easier […]

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New Inbounds Uphill Travel E-Learning Course Gives You Free Tips for How to Skin Uphill

November 30, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (November 30, 2021) – The new Inbounds Uphill Travel E-Learning Course from the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) explains how to use the gear and how to apply the skills you need to learn how to skin uphill inbounds at a resort this season. Uphill travel, […]

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PSIA-AASI Partners with SPY+ Optics, Makers of Happy™ Lens Tech

October 19, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (Oct. 19, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) recently partnered with SPY+ Optics to give instructors access to premium eyewear, goggles, and helmets designed to elevate both safety and style. SPY+ Optics patented technologies include their Happy™ lens tech, the only therapeutic lens on […]

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PSIA-AASI and Women of Winter Launch Scholarship Program to Drive Inclusivity

September 29, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (Sept 29, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) and Women of Winter are hosting instructor training and certification events for Black, Indigenous, Women of Color that will encourage and support Women of Color to pursue opportunities to teach skiing or snowboarding. “This scholarship program […]

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PSIA-AASI and Women of Winter Announce New Partnership

August 4, 2021

Snowsports Education Association and Women’s Empowerment Group Partner to Make Snowsports More Inclusive LAKEWOOD, Colo. (August 4, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) recently partnered with Women of Winter to host instructor education events for female Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) that will encourage and […]

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PSIA-AASI Names Members of the 2021-2024 National Team

April 23, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (April 23, 2021) – The grueling competition is over – and the Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) is excited to announce its 2021-24 National Team. The new PSIA-AASI National Team will set the standard for snowsports instruction and embody the ski and snowboard experience. PSIA-AASI […]

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PSIA-AASI Award Recipients Honored at National Academy 2021

April 19, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (April 19, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) recognizes four individuals for their commitment to snowsports education and acting as inspirational leaders. Tom Long received the Distinguished Service Award, Mermer Blakeslee and Stacey Gerrish both were awarded the Educational Excellence Award, and Ed Younglove […]

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Learn How to Ski & Snowboard with Beginner’s Guide Video Series for Simple Tips and Tricks to Help You Get Started

March 11, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (March 11, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors and SNOW Operating, two organizations dedicated to helping beginners learn and have fun, released a Beginner’s Guide video series to help people learn how to ski and snowboard. Hosted by YouTube personality Halley O’Brien of the […]

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Free E-Learning Course Teaches Participants How to Ride a Sno-Go at a Ski Resort

February 17, 2021

Find a Resort Near You, Then Get Out and Sno-Go LAKEWOOD, Colo. (Feb. 17, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) teamed with Sno-Go to create an e-learning course that teaches new and experienced snowsports enthusiasts a new way to slide downhill on snow. A Sno-Go […]

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PSIA-AASI Partners with Givego to Bring Video Analysis Coaching to Smartphones

December 22, 2020

Receive Personal Improvement Tips from PSIA-AASI National Team Members Lakewood, Colo. (Dec. 22, 2020) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors announces its partnership with Givego, a video analysis tool, to provide skiers and riders easy access to personalized coaching from top instructors. The on-demand virtual instruction service […]

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