The LSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor Course is the first step in the LSIA instructor qualification pathway and the official entry point into the LSIA certification system. This course is designed for competent skiers who want to begin their professional journey as ski instructors and work within the international snowsports industry.
LSIA (Lithuanian Ski Instructors Association) is a full member of ISIA – the International Ski Instructors Association. This means that LSIA qualifications are part of the international instructor education system used by ski instructor organizations around the world.
The Level 1 qualification provides the fundamental technical skiing knowledge, teaching principles, and professional skills required to begin working as a ski instructor.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Duration: 5 days (40 hours)
The learning process is based on a balance between practical on-snow training and theoretical sessions. Participants receive intensive coaching on their skiing performance while also learning the foundations of ski instruction and lesson organization.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Technical skiing development
Participants improve their own skiing and develop clear technical demonstrations.
• Fundamental skiing movements and biomechanics
• Edge control, pressure control, and balance
• Turn development and speed management
• Personal skiing improvement through coaching and feedback
Teaching methodology
Participants learn how to structure and deliver ski lessons safely and effectively.
• LSIA teaching model and lesson structure
• Teaching beginners and lower-intermediate skiers
• Communication and guest service principles
• Movement observation and basic analysis
• Understanding student progression
Professional knowledge
Participants are introduced to the structure of the snowsports industry and the responsibilities of a professional instructor.
• Safety principles and responsibility on the mountain
• Terrain selection and group management
• First Aid basics in alpine environments
• Professional conduct within a ski school
ASSESSMENT
Assessment takes place throughout the course and focuses on three main areas:
• Technical skiing performance
• Teaching skills and lesson delivery
• Theoretical and technical understanding
Successful candidates receive the LSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor certification.
PROFESSIONAL STATUS
LSIA Level 1 instructors are qualified to teach beginner and lower-intermediate skiers within organized ski schools.
The Level 1 qualification is the first step in the LSIA instructor education pathway and allows participants to continue toward higher certifications.
Qualification pathway:
Level 1 → Level 2 → Level 3
LSIA Level 2 corresponds to the ISIA Blue level.
LSIA Level 3 corresponds to the ISIA Stamp level.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum age: 17 years at the start of the course
• Confident skiing on blue and red slopes
• Ability to perform controlled parallel turns
• No previous teaching experience required
WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR
The Level 1 course is suitable for:
• Skiers who want to start working as ski instructors
• People interested in the international snowsports industry
• Skiers who want to improve their own technical skiing level
• Future instructors planning to continue to Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications
WHAT COMES AFTER LEVEL 1
After completing Level 1, instructors can continue their development in the LSIA education system by participating in the Level 2 course and further modules required for higher certifications.
Level 1 provides the foundation of professional teaching, technical skiing understanding, and long-term development within the international ski instructor pathway.
If you would like to participate in an upcoming LSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor Course, please contact us for upcoming course dates and registration information – info@snowpros.lt.
