FAQ

• Level 1: Your first ski instructor qualification.
• Level 2: Develop your skiing and teaching after Level 1 or another accepted qualification.
• Level 3: Progress from Level 2 towards advanced skiing and teaching.

Compare the courses and check the entry requirements. Unsure? Tell us about your skiing and qualifications.

Yes. Previous teaching experience is not required.

• Age: At least 14 on the first day.
• Skiing: Ski blue and black runs independently and confidently, using consistent parallel turns and controlling your speed.

See the official CSIA Level 1 requirements. If you are working toward this standard, ask us about preparation before booking.

You can plan a pathway through both levels, provided you meet the Level 2 prerequisites before that course. Passing Level 1 does not guarantee a Level 2 place or result. Contact us with your preferred dates so we can help you plan suitable spacing and check availability.

• Levels 2 and 3: English.
• Level 1: Different languages may be available. Courses may be taught directly in the listed language or in English with interpretation.

Check the language for your date in the schedule. Ask us before booking if you need clarification.

See the current course fees, or choose your level or venue for its dates and fee. Prices are in Japanese yen (JPY). Optional pre-courses, partial programmes and retests have their own fees; ask us about the option you need.

• Training/development and assessment in your selected programme.
• On successful certification: your qualification, a pin badge and a digital certificate downloadable from your CSIA member account.

Level 1 membership information is explained in the membership question below.

• Accommodation
• Lift tickets
• Meals
• Transport
• Ski equipment
• Membership renewal, if required

For arrangements at your selected venue, ask us before booking.

• Level 1: The membership fee is included in your course fee. Successful candidates receive membership for the rest of that membership season.
• Passed Level 1 in the same season: Another renewal is not needed before Level 2 or 3.
• Members from an earlier season: Current-season membership is required; renew if you have not already done so.
• Membership season: 1 October to 30 September.

CSIA membership information · Ask us to help check your status

You may be eligible for CSIA Affiliate Membership. CSIA reviews your overseas qualification and determines your equivalency; it does not automatically award a CSIA certification.

1. Apply to CSIA: Submit your qualifications and supporting documents through the official Affiliate Membership application ↗. Allow 10–15 business days after CSIA receives the application and supporting documents.
2. After applying, contact Nobu at OTA: Tell us your existing qualification, application date, preferred course and dates.
3. Discuss a waiting-list place: For Tomamu and Nekoma, we can check availability while your application is processed. An enquiry or waiting-list entry does not confirm a booking or guarantee a seat. We will explain the available options and how to confirm your place.
4. Send your approval and membership confirmation: After approval and payment of the annual Affiliate Membership fee, you can register for programmes appropriate to your equivalency. We will check your eligibility and explain the next steps.

You must meet the course entry requirements before participation. For Yubari bookings, contact J-STYLE about their arrangements.

At Tomamu, Nekoma Mt. and Yubari in Japan. See the venue pages for dates and local arrangements. Nekoma Mt. dates are currently tentative; ask us to confirm course operation before booking travel.

Yes — contact us and we can suggest places previous participants have used. There are no partner accommodation packages, so please book and pay directly with your chosen property. Availability and prices depend on the property and dates.

Let us know your course dates and whether you will have a car. We can help you consider nearby accommodation or alternative course dates. Before booking elsewhere, check how you will get to the resort each day.

Times and meeting points vary by venue and programme. We will confirm these in your participant information. Please check those details before arranging daily transport; contact us if you have not received them or if a CSIA system email shows a different time.

• Skis, boots and poles
• Clothing suitable for the weather
• A daily lift ticket
• Lunch or money to buy food

Before attending, read the official candidate guide linked from your level page. Ask us if you need help finding the guide or planning your preparation.

Tomamu & Nekoma Mt.

1. Sign and submit the CSIA waiver.
2. Follow the emailed instructions to provide your participant information.
3. Complete payment using the instructions provided.

Online participant registration and payment are being prepared. Yubari: Registration is handled by J-STYLE. Choose your registration route →

Submitting an enquiry does not reserve a course place.

1. Complete the waiver.
2. Submit your participant information.
3. Pay by the deadline in your booking instructions.
4. The course team will confirm completion and send your preparation information.

Waiting for a reply? Contact us.

Tell us how many people would like to join and which dates you prefer. We can check places together and discuss alternative dates or waiting-list options. Availability can change, so please confirm your place with the course team.

Partial programmes and exam-only places may be available, depending on your previous courses, qualifications and remaining places.

Tell us:

• The Level you want to take
• Skiing or Teaching
• Development, Exam or both
• Your previous courses and qualifications

Contact us to check requirements, dates, availability and fees before booking.

• Retake only the component you have not passed.
• Repeating Development is not required for a retest.
• You may choose additional Development to prepare.
• Local exam-only places and dates depend on availability.

Official CSIA Level 2 retest guidance · Discuss your retest options

Please contact the course team as soon as your plans change. We can check alternative dates and explain the change or cancellation conditions that apply to your booking. Confirm any changes with us before adjusting your travel arrangements.