Snowsports
I’m an experienced snowboard and alpine ski instructor. I’ve worked around the world at major resorts in New Zealand, USA and Japan.
I like to focus on progression – basically, I help you to reach your goals, whatever they may be: make your first turn; hit a kicker; or simply explore the mountain. I love snowboarding and skiing and my aim is to share that with you so that you walk away from a lesson as stoked about the mountains as I am. I work to your pace, with safety paramount.
In my opinion, personal attention and your ability to interact with other people are the most important qualifications for an instructor, but I also hold SBINZ Level 2 snowboard, BASI Level 1 snowboard and NZSIA Level 1 ski certifications.
In 2008/2009 I was based in Niseko Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono working for Niseko International Snow School (NISS).
I’ve decided to focus on other areas of my life for the moment, so am not working seasons anymore. Instead you’ll find me hiking up and sliding down various mountains around Europe from time to time. However, for more information, suggestions or instructor recommendations, feel free to get in touch on snow@dkcy.com.