Deep snow, fast progression, and the start of something awesome.
Looking for a short but unforgettable snowboard season? Our 4-week instructor course in Fernie hits the sweet spot — packing professional coaching, freeride progression, and full-on good times into one incredible month in the Canadian Rockies. You’ll train with our expert CASI coaches to sharpen your technique and build the foundations to pass your Level 1.
From the trip description by Nonstop Snow
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your instructor
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: With your instructor
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability.
- Coached: Included
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- CourseGroups of 8, split by ability; video analysis
- 1 coach : 8 guests
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Ability: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
- Terrain: Groomer, Powder/Trees
- Group Size: 8
- Video Analysis: Yes
- Fernie bowls, tree lines, natural hits and powder.
- Nonstop lodge base with hot tub and town activities. MORE program examples include frozen-lake skating, night laps at Pass Powderkeg and socials.
- Sport
- Snowboard
- Max group size
- 8 guests
From the trip description by Nonstop Snow
What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Lift pass
- Meals · partly
- Lesson
- Transfers
- Pro Coaching — Professional coaching, in ability-based groups
- Video Analysis
- 1-2-1 Coaching — 1-2-1 coaching session prior to Level 1 assessment
- Season Pass — For Fernie and other RCR resorts
- CSIA Level 1 — Entry and fees for the CSIA Level 1
- Accommodation — In our ski lodge, designed for Nonstop groups
- Breakfasts — Breakfasts with hot and cold options, 5 days per week
- Dinners — Three course meal with meat, veggie and vegan options, 4 days per week
- Welcome Dinner
- Airport Transfers — Set pick up and drop off on start and end date at Calgary Airport
- Resort Shuttle — Daily shuttle to and from resort
- MORE Program — Access to our extra activities and trips
- Workshops — Nonstop-run talks on subjects like biomechanics
- Socials — Weekly group après and social events
- Hosting — Friendly hosting from our passionate team
- Nonstop Store Discount — Supportive, friendly hosting from our on-the-ground team
- 1% for the Planet — 1% of revenues support environmental non-profits
Not included
- Flights — Organise after your booking is confirmed
- Insurance — Get covered for all you need
- Equipment — Bring your own or get in resort
- Lunches
- Optional pre-stay — Join us for a week before the course start date
Day by day
Indicative timeline; the schedule may change with conditions and the group. Optional activities are not guaranteed inclusions.
- Week 1: Week 1Calgary transfer, welcome dinner, town and equipment orientation, and coaching around Fernie’s five bowls.
- Week 2: Week 2Instructor technique, teaching theory and practical drills, with a day trip to Kimberley.
- Week 3: Week 3Steeper terrain, teaching practice and one-to-one feedback. Avalanche training is optional.
- Week 4: Week 4Three-day Level 1 riding and teaching assessment, followed by a celebration. Optional backcountry touring may be available.
From the trip description by Nonstop Snow
Where you stay
Red Tree Lodge
Near downtown Fernie, with mountain views and en-suite rooms. Room setup follows the selected booking option. Facilities include a pool, hot tub, sauna, bar and restaurant, common and games rooms, movie room, ski tuning and storage, heated boot room, kitchen and laundry facilities, and Wi-Fi. Weekly housekeeping and fresh linen are provided. Included breakfasts and evening meals are served in the lodge restaurant.
Getting there
Where To Meet
WHERE
Calgary Airport, YYC
START
Your transfer will leave from Calgary Airport at 18:15 on the start date of your course. Allow time to clear border control. If travelling by air, opt for a flight that lands by 17:00.
END
Your transfer will leave from Fernie in the morning and arrive at Calgary Airport by approx. 13:30 on the end date of your course. If travelling by air, opt for a flight that departs after 16:30.
From the trip description by Nonstop Snow
Pins show the approximate main trip area—not a route, meeting point, or full itinerary. Confirm exact locations in the company's trip details.
Dates and prices
- Jan 16 – Feb 13, 20272026/27 · 28 days9,495 CADPer person, Red Tree Lodge twin-share. Room alternatives and availability are listed below.WaitlistChoose these datesNot published
16 Jan 2027 - 13 Feb 2027 — C$9,495 Current room options: Red Tree Lodge twin-share CAD 9,495; private CAD 9,495. Both room options sold out; join waitlist.
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; details as of September 15, 2026.
Good to know
Entry requirements:
You must ride blue/red terrain safely and in control, with a good level of general fitness. Solid intermediate technique is required.
Coaching schedule:
The published typical schedule is four coaching days per week. Assessment weeks and optional activities follow the course timeline; this is not a guaranteed total count of coached days.
From the trip description by Nonstop Snow