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BASI Level 3 & 4 Work and Train Course

Zermatt, Switzerland | Winter 2026/27

Teach during peak weeks. Train for free during quiet ones.

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What Is Work & Train?

This is not your average training course. Our Work and Train Program allows Level 2 instructors to join our team in Zermatt, teach during the busy weeks, and receive free professional training from BASI Trainers and ISTD instructors throughout the quieter periods.

You’ll live, work, and train in one of the most iconic resorts in the world - surrounded by a team of like-minded instructors working toward the same goals. Whether you want to pass a specific BASI Level 3 or 4 exam, complete your full ISIA qualification, or just take the next step in your teaching journey, we’ll help you get there.

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The Offer

  • Free training (200–300 hours) included for all instructors who secure a teaching role with us

  • Flexible weekly coaching blocks adapted around your teaching commitments

  • Structured development plan tailored to your goals

  • No training fees — just your commitment and contribution to the team

  • Work permit eligibility required (see below)

What’s included on the course?

On snow

✔ 200–300 hours of coaching from BASI Trainers & ISTD instructors

✔ Technical, teaching, off-piste, freestyle & race-focused training

✔ Mountain safety, avalanche awareness, and second discipline sessions

✔ Video analysis and performance feedback

Off snow

✔ Personal mentoring and career planning

✔ Theory sessions, CV support, BASI pathway advice

✔ Optional German lessons & fitness coaching

✔ Social events & community support

Experience

✔ Up to 200 hours of teaching with Connect Snowsports

✔ Interview preparation & CV review

✔ Real client experience and BASI-relevant shadowing

What’s Not Included

✘ Season lift pass (discounted trainee rates available)

✘ Accommodation (we’ll help you find shared housing if needed)

✘ Insurance (accident/travel)

✘ Equipment servicing or rental

✘ Food, drink, and local transport

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Teaching Opportunities

Once accepted into the program, you’ll be invited to interview for a teaching position with Connect Snowsports. Successful candidates can expect:

  • 4–10 weeks of work, depending on availability and demand

  • Teaching assignments that align with your training and exam schedule

  • A team environment built on support, progression, and professionalism

This model allows you to train, teach, and take exams in one resort — with guidance from a coaching team that truly invests in your long-term development.

Important Notes on Work Permits

  • EU passport holders are eligible for a work permit and can remain in Switzerland for the full winter

  • Non-EU passport holders are typically limited to 90 days in Switzerland and may not be eligible to work

  • We’ll guide you through this in advance and help find a training-only pathway if needed

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Meet Your Team

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    Hannah

    BASI Trainer & Connect Founder

    Empathetic, technical, and deeply invested in your coaching journey.

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  • A smiling man wearing a white ski helmet and goggles, dressed in a dark green winter jacket, standing in a snowy mountain landscape under a clear blue sky.

    Steve

    BASI Trainer

    A calm, analytical coach who gets results through clear feedback and meaningful progression.

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    Johnny

    BASI Trainer

    Dynamic, passionate, and deeply skilled in performance development across all strands.

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  • A man smiling outdoors in snowy mountains, wearing a brown jacket, black gloves, and a helmet with goggles.

    Harry

    ISTD Instructor

    Versatile and experienced, with a freestyle edge and strong presence in variable terrain coaching.

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Why Join this programme?

  • No upfront training costs - save your resources for exams, travel, and living

  • Build real-world teaching experience while training at the highest level

  • Live and train in Zermatt, one of the world’s most iconic and inspiring resorts

  • Be part of a team that challenges, supports, and grows together

  • Work with examiners and trainers who are active at BASI Level 3 and 4

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Spaces are limited. If you're serious about progressing and want a winter of growth, apply now.

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