Freestyle Ski Instructor - Summer Camps

Winsport; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Freestyle Ski Instructor to join their Summer Camps team. This role focuses on developing young athletes' freestyle skills in a fun and safe environment. You'll lead engaging sessions on trampolines and dry slopes, while also promoting teamwork and social skills among participants. If you have a love for skiing and a commitment to fostering excellence in youth, this is the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating memorable experiences and enjoy the thrill of working in an outdoor setting this summer!

Qualifications

• Must have experience instructing freestyle skiing and working with youth.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, tailored lessons to guests based on their skill levels.
• Plan and lead sports-based programs while ensuring safety protocols.
• Engage in non-teaching duties and assist with guest accommodations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Freestyle Skiing Instruction

Youth Development

Problem-Solving

Education

Freestyle Fundamentals Course

Current First Aid and CPR C

Valid Freestyle Alberta Membership

Job description

Description

WinSport Summer Camps is seeking a dynamic and passionate individual for the position of Freestyle Ski Instructor. If you have a genuine interest in working with youth, developing young athletes, and a commitment to excellence we invite you to apply.

In a fun summer camp environment you will develop your athletes' fundamental freestyle skills on trampoline and dry slope, as well as provide exceptional outdoor experiences in other sports and activities that cross-train skills such as balance and coordination.

As a camp freestyle instructor your primary role is to work with freestyle camp participants and provide a fun, welcoming, and safe environment to develop new freestyle skills, social skills, and recreate in the great outdoors. This camp runs from Monday through Friday and will include 90-180 minutes of dryland freestyle instructing per day alongside instructing some of the many other sports and camp activities that WinSport has to offer, such as Soccer, Gaga-ball, and exploring in Eastlands.

As a Freestyle Ski Instructor for Summer Camps, you strive to approach your work to align with our 4 key behaviours which are at the core of who we are and what we do at WinSport.

We are Safe

We are Welcoming

We are Inspiring

And we are Creative

Responsibilities

• Be mindful of the inherent risks associated with skiing and conduct work and self accordingly.
• Understand the inherent risks within the context of terrain parks and be mindful of developing and demonstrating skills safely.
• Understand the inherent risks associated with the use of freestyle training facilities: Trampolines, Super Tramp, and dry slope and conduct work and self accordingly.
• Make decisions that consistently put your safety and WinSport guests’ safety first, following WinSport safety policies and procedures.
• Safely provide lessons to all guests tailored to their skill level and goals based on training from CSIA or NCCP/Freestyle Alberta.
• Plan, lead, and modify sports-based programs daily, operating both independently as a group leader and collaboratively with others.
• Ensure the Alpine Responsibility Code and Terrain Park etiquette is covered and abided by in all ski lessons.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, and maintain accurate class cards, including recording each child’s secure pick-up code for safety.
• Actively contribute to a safer workplace by identifying hazards and risks.
• Work with people of all ages, abilities, and personalities.
• Exhibit a positive attitude, strong communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Be a professional and courteous representative of WinSport, Canada Olympic Park.
• Maintain an understanding of all ski products to assist guests and make recommendations for future lessons.
• Mediate conflicts amongst participants, consistently and fairly using the principles of healthy play training to minimize lost play time.
• Exhibit a passion for summer and winter sports and for helping students develop their skills and achieve their personal goals.
• Deliver clear and concise lesson content that is well thought-out and intentional for the guest’s needs and goals.
• Demonstrate leadership by providing quality instruction and a positive guest experience in all camp activities.
• Provide a high standard of technical knowledge in Freestyle skiing.
• Understand the LTAD and Sport for Life sport development models and how they apply to the group you are instructing.
• Utilize positive-first feedback strategies that empower guests and fellow instructors.
• Engage in non-teaching duties including hill set-up and take-down, rental shop assistance, lesson check-in, waiver confirmation, and school group organization.
• Seek and take guidance and leadership from Team Leads in instructional and group settings.
• Evaluate your athletes and administer an off-season training program for participants appropriate to their stage of development. Communicate with team members to align programming and development of athletes.
• Be proactive and take note of the team’s needs and be willing to complete tasks as the need arises.
• Adjust communication and skill development strategies to appropriately fit the needs of the guest, including level, age, and interests.
• Assist with the accommodation of guest needs in every situation possible, with a mindset focused on guest service, problem-solving, and adaptability.
• Demonstrate a safe work practice at all times by adhering to all WinSport safety policies and procedures and ensuring one’s own safety is preserved along with the safety of co-workers, direct reports, and WinSport guests.
• Be mindful of all safety hazards/concerns within the work environment and ensure all safety issues are reported to the appropriate individuals.
• Review all OH & S notices/meeting minutes as they are distributed or posted on OH & S boards located within all departments.

Qualifications

• Available to attend Team Member training (Sunday June 22, 2025 – Thursday June 26, 2025)
• Must be available Monday-Friday for 9 out of 10 weeks during the operational calendar from July 2 to August 29.
• Availability for scheduled shifts between 07:30 am – 05:00 pm Monday – Friday.
• Current criminal record check with vulnerable sector search.
• Freestyle Fundamentals course and air 1 required.
• Must have previous experience in instructing freestyle skiing.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience instructing youth and developing freestyle skiing skills.
• Experience working with children and youth in camp or day program environment is an asset.
• Valid Freestyle Alberta membership required (Valid July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025).
• Current First Aid and CPR C is required.

Physical Demands

• The job is frequently expected to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing more than 20 lbs (without the assistance of mobile, powered equipment).
• Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is frequently required (i.e., between 25% and 75% of time on the job).
• Physical work pace and/or exertion requires somewhat rapid movement and/or effort to 'keep up' and brings on a moderate amount of physical fatigue.
• Work outdoors in variable weather conditions for extended periods.
• Maintain a high level of positive energy throughout the day.
• The job is frequently expected to lift, carry, throw, push, or pull objects (sporting equipment).

Join us in creating positive and memorable experiences for our community while enjoying the perks of being a valued member of the WinSport team. Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary!