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How to Become a Snowboard Instructor | Snowboard Level I Certification – What to Expect (PSIA-AASI)

Thinking about becoming a certified snowboard instructor? Your AASI Snowboard Level I certification is the first step toward building a professional career in snowsports instruction — and this video shows you exactly what to expect. In this Certification Journey video, PSIA-AASI National Team members explain when you’re ready for Snowboard Level I, how the assessment works, and how to prepare with confidence. Whether you’re teaching your first lessons or planning your next professional step, this series helps remove uncertainty so you can arrive prepared and ready to succeed. It's recommended to have at least 50 hours of training time under your belt ahead of taking your Level I assessment. IMPORTANT RESOURCES FOR CERTIFICATION PREP Become a PSIA-AASI Member https://members.thesnowpros.org/register Snowboard Certification Info, Standards & Performance Guides https://thesnowpros.org/get-certified... AASI Snowboard Technical Manual https://www.qgdigitalpublishing.com/p... Teaching Snowsports Manual https://www.qgdigitalpublishing.com/p... All Digital Manuals https://thesnowpros.org/professional-... Find Training Clinics & Events Near You https://thesnowpros.org/calendar/ E-Learning Courses & Continuing Education https://lms.thesnowpros.org/ First Chair Podcast   / snowpros   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO When to Go for Snowboard Level I • Teaching beginner and novice snowboarders • Helping riders link turns and control speed • Introducing extra-small and small freestyle terrain • Creating safe, fun learning environments Level I focuses on strong fundamentals, communication, and guest experience — not advanced riding. How the Snowboard Level I Assessment Works Riding Skills • Skidded and carved turns • Control and versatility on green and blue terrain • Introductory freestyle maneuvers Teaching and People Skills • Planning safe beginner lessons • Clear demonstrations and feedback • Managing group dynamics Technical Understanding • Applying snowboard fundamentals • Explaining cause-and-effect relationships • Adapting lessons to guest needs What Assessment Day Looks Like • Teaching short peer lesson segments • Demonstrating riding tasks • Group discussions with an examiner • Professional participation and collaboration Candidates are scored on a 6-point scale. An average score of 4 or higher meets the Level I standard. How to Prepare Before Your Exam • Complete Snowboard Level I eLearning • Train with mentors and trainers • Study Performance Guides and Standards • Teach beginner lessons regularly WHOM THIS VIDEO IS FOR • New snowboard instructors • First-season snow pros • Ski and ride school staff preparing for certification • Career changers entering snowsports • Anyone wondering how to become a snowboard instructor WHY SNOWBOARD LEVEL I MATTERS Certification helps you: • Build teaching confidence • Improve riding fundamentals • Create better guest experiences • Grow professionally within snowsports Level I certification is your professional foundation and opens pathways toward specialist credentials and Level II and III certification. ABOUT THE CERTIFICATION JOURNEY SERIES The PSIA-AASI Certification Journey Series explains every step of instructor certification across Alpine, Snowboard, Adaptive, Cross Country, and Telemark disciplines. Each video helps instructors understand expectations, preparation strategies, and professional growth opportunities. LIKE if you’re working toward certification COMMENT with your Level I questions SUBSCRIBE for instructor education and certification tips PSIA-AASI — Creating Lifelong Adventures Through Education https://thesnowpros.org/ SEARCH KEYWORDS snowboard instructor certification, AASI certification, how to become a snowboard instructor, snowboard level 1 certification, snowboard instructor training, PSIA AASI snowboard certification, snowboard instructor exam preparation 00:00 Introduction: Thinking About Snowboard Level I 00:18 What Snowboard Level I Certification Means 00:59 Certification Process Overview 01:28 eLearning and On-Snow Training Preparation 02:02 Study Resources and How to Prepare 02:30 What Happens During the Assessment 02:59 Scoring System and Passing Standard 03:29 Opportunities After Certification 03:53 Final Encouragement and Next Steps 03:59 Pro Tip: What Leads to Level I Success