﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>International Academy RSS News Feed</title><link>http://www.international-academy.com/</link><description>The latest news from  International Academy</description><copyright>(c) 2013 International Academy. 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skiing may have its charms, it also has its risks, as budding instructors should find out for themselves.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/budding-instructors-advised-to-be-wary-of-springtime-skiing-risks.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 9 Apr 2013 10:48:31 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5085</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Whistler gets even more money to spend on festivals and arts events</title><description>Canada’s top ski and snowboard resort will be given even more money to spend on attracting big-name acts to the slopes.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-gets-even-more-money-to-spend-on-festivals-and-arts-events.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:10:33 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5063</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler to welcome ski stars of tomorrow for annual Cup</title><description>The slopes of Whistler will once again play host to some of the world&amp;#39;s top winter sports talent this spring.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-to-welcome-ski-stars-of-tomorrow-for-annual-cup.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 2 Apr 2013 09:20:46 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5060</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Share and Win!</title><description>Share our photo on Facebook and Win!</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news/share-and-win.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5037</guid><category>General News</category></item><item><title>Ski instructors win age discrimination case</title><description>A group of ski instructors have been told they can continue working on the slopes</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/ski-instructors-win-age-discrimination-case.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:06:36 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5033</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Enjoy the Yoga Festival at Val d'Isere this April</title><description>The first festival of its kind will be held in the French resort between 5th and 7th April</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/enjoy-the-yoga-festival-at-val-disere-this-april.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:12:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5020</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Family-friendly Whistler is perfect for ski instructors with young children</title><description>Typical ski instructor courses are composed of students from all walks of life</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/familyfriendly-whistler-is-perfect-for-ski-instructors-with-young-children.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5008</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler's natural wonders offer the perfect break from the classroom</title><description>Whistler remains one of the best places on the planet to get back to nature</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistlers-natural-wonders-offer-the-perfect-break-from-the-classroom.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:50:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5007</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Fresh funding to make Whistler music festival the biggest and best yet</title><description>Check out Whistler&amp;#39;s World Ski and Snowboard Festival this year</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/fresh-funding-to-make-whistler-music-festival-the-biggest-and-best-yet.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 7 Mar 2013 16:43:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5004</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler earning reputation as best late-season ski resort</title><description>The Canadian mountain resort has much to offer</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-earning-reputation-as-best-lateseason-ski-resort.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 6 Mar 2013 17:04:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=5002</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Why you should head to Cardrona for your snowboard instructor course</title><description>Check out the New Zealand resort&amp;#39;s Olympic halfpipe</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/why-you-should-head-to-cardrona-for-your-snowboard-instructor-course.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:06:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4994</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Extreme sports on offer in Whistler</title><description>If you&amp;#39;re thinking of doing a ski instructor course in Whistler, look at what else you could get up to while you&amp;#39;re there</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/extreme-sports-on-offer-in-whistler.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:34:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4989</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>French court rules only qualified ski instructors can work as hosts</title><description>Ruling bans unqualified staff from giving informal tours</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/french-court-rules-only-qualified-ski-instructors-can-work-as-hosts.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:10:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4988</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Prince Harry chooses Verbier for ski holiday</title><description>The young royal hit the slopes with his girlfriend</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/prince-harry-chooses-verbier-for-ski-holiday.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:51:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4984</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Celebrity names open new Verbier restaurant</title><description>James Blunt, Lawrence Dallaglio and Carl Fogarty open La Vache</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/celebrity-names-open-new-verbier-restaurant.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:28:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4969</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Ski with an Olympic athlete at Whistler</title><description>The Canadian resort is running a programme for guests to be coached down the slopes by Olympians</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/ski-with-an-olympic-athlete-at-whistler.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:01:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4967</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Ski instructors can use new Street View function to find their way around Whistler</title><description>Google has added new ski runs and resorts to its map app</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/ski-instructors-can-use-new-street-view-function-to-find-their-way-around-whistler.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 8 Feb 2013 16:22:21 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4952</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Get app-y on the slopes of Whistler</title><description>New app allows skiers to track their progress</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/get-appy-on-the-slopes-of-whistler.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 6 Feb 2013 10:56:33 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4945</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Try cross-country sessions to encourage those with disabilities to ski</title><description>A taster session is being held in Canada this month</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/try-crosscountry-sessions-to-encourage-those-with-disabilities-to-ski.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 5 Feb 2013 17:05:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4944</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Savvy ski instructors get experience with families to land top Whistler jobs</title><description>With Whistler looking to become even more family-friendly, savvy instructors know they can&amp;#39;t just concentrate on teaching experts</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/savvy-ski-instructors-get-experience-with-families-to-land-top-whistler-jobs.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 1 Feb 2013 11:25:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4940</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Enjoy WinterPride Festival at Whistler this February</title><description>There will be a host of events and performances to see and do</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/enjoy-winterpride-festival-at-whistler-this-february.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:50:44 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4938</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Always find the right insurance before starting your ski instructor course</title><description>You could find yourself being financial penalised if you are not covered for certain types of winter sports</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/always-find-the-right-insurance-before-starting-your-ski-instructor-course.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:48:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4939</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Where to drink in Whistler</title><description>The Canadian mountain resort was found to spend three times as much on alcohol than the rest of BC</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/where-to-drink-in-whistler.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:07:55 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4934</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Check out the Carnevale festivities in Livigno this February</title><description>The Italian resort is as little as seven hours by road from Verbier</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/check-out-the-carnevale-festivities-in-livigno-this-february.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:05:34 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4935</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Life after the slopes in Verbier</title><description>Kick back after your tutoring sessions at the apres ski scene</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news/life-after-the-slopes-in-verbier.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:17:25 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4936</guid><category>General News</category></item><item><title>Plans to upgrade Whistler resort unveiled</title><description>Plans to invest millions of dollars upgrading Whistler&amp;#39;s chairlifts have been unveiled.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/plans-to-upgrade-whistler-resort-unveiled.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:20:02 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4915</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Ski instructors advised to be wary of possible risks on the slopes</title><description>Both veteran and new ski instructors need to be wary of the risks posed by mixed-use slopes.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/ski-instructors-advised-to-be-wary-of-possible-risks-on-the-slopes.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:46:54 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4913</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>The best skiing in Verbier</title><description>Check out some of the finest pistes in Verbier.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/the-best-skiing-in-verbier.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:22:37 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4898</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Ski instructors: don't forget winter sports cover</title><description>Winter sports insurance should be on everyone&amp;#39;s ski check list.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/ski-instructors-dont-forget-winter-sports-cover.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:12:21 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4894</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Whistler ready for event-packed month</title><description>The next few weeks will see the Canadian resort of Whistler come alive with events.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-ready-for-eventpacked-month.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 8 Jan 2013 13:31:38 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4893</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Get involved with FWT Club in Verbier</title><description>Verbier&amp;#39;s ski and snowboard school is teaming up with the Freeride World Tour to host teaching sessions.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/get-involved-with-fwt-club-in-verbier.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Dec 2012 10:01:23 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4876</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Best ski apps for 2013</title><description>With the new season well underway, here&amp;#39;s a look at some of the best apps for skiing.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/best-ski-apps-for-2013.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 10:13:06 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4875</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Celebrate Whistler 'storm season' in January</title><description>Whistler is known for its snow and most of it seems to fall in January.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/celebrate-whistler-storm-season-in-january.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Dec 2012 13:57:46 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4874</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Verbier ranks 2nd in global ski resort report</title><description>Why choose Verbier for your ski instructor course?</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/verbier-ranks-2nd-in-global-ski-resort-report.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:59:58 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4873</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler: apres-ski guide</title><description>Whistler has no shortage of watering holes.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-apresski-guide.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 10:55:41 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4867</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Off-piste skiing guide: Verbier</title><description>Off-piste is what it&amp;#39;s all about in Verbier.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/offpiste-skiing-guide-verbier.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:38:10 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4864</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Top tips for driving to Verbier</title><description>Many people doing ski instructor courses like to drive to the Alps.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/top-tips-for-driving-to-verbier.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:29:12 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4858</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Fancy a day in Whistler's backcountry?</title><description>Whistler&amp;#39;s famous backcountry just got bigger.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/fancy-a-day-in-whistlers-backcountry.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:11:49 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4849</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler on track for record snow base</title><description>Whistler is on course for a record breaking season, and it&amp;#39;s only December.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-on-track-for-record-snow-base.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 6 Dec 2012 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4845</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Ski instructors: know the rules of the piste</title><description>Ski instructors should set an example of good skiing etiquette.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/ski-instructors-know-the-rules-of-the-piste.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 4 Dec 2012 09:55:54 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4834</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Heli-skiing in Whistler: the ultimate experience</title><description>There&amp;#39;s no doubting heli-skiing in the back country of British Columbia is one of the greatest experiences on snow.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/heliskiing-in-whistler-the-ultimate-experience.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:34:18 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4828</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Another great season over at Cardrona: anyone ready for 2013?</title><description>The 2012 winter season in New Zealand was another one to savour.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/another-great-season-over-at-cardrona-anyone-ready-for-2013.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 10:01:45 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4824</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Verbier open for business</title><description>This weekend saw Verbier open for the season.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/verbier-open-for-business.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 10:47:36 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4805</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>One-metre snow base offers promising start to Whistler season</title><description>Nearly one metre of snow greeted skiers as Whistler officially opened for the season yesterday (November 22nd).</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/onemetre-snow-base-offers-promising-start-to-whistler-season.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:38:14 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4784</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Canada ski instructors 'offer faster progress'</title><description>Ski instructors in Canada get to provide a more bespoke service to clients.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/canada-ski-instructors-offer-faster-progress.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:49:05 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4766</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Whistler to open for skiing early</title><description>Whistler Blackcomb is opening early thanks to plenty of snow.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-to-open-for-skiing-early.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:38:21 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4752</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler named one of Canada's top employers</title><description>Whistler Blackcomb is one of the best places in Canada to work.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/whistler-named-one-of-canadas-top-employers.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 9 Nov 2012 10:26:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4742</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Whistler Blackcomb tops resort listings</title><description>Whistler Blackcomb is Canada is the number one resort in North America.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-blackcomb-tops-resort-listings.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 7 Nov 2012 12:21:58 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4732</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Verbier opens after heavy snow</title><description>Verbier has opened early thanks to heavy snow in the Alps.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/verbier-opens-after-heavy-snow.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 5 Nov 2012 11:26:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4729</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Lifting the lid on ski helmets in Canada</title><description>Canada is leading the push for greater use of helmets by skiers and boarders.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/lifting-the-lid-on-ski-helmets-in-canada.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 2 Nov 2012 12:33:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4718</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Being a ski instructor – what's it really like?</title><description>Views on what it&amp;#39;s like to be a ski instructor depend on who you talk to, but it&amp;#39;s hard not to think it&amp;#39;s about the best job on the planet.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/being-a-ski-instructor--whats-it-really-like.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:07:16 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4727</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Cardrona ski instructor Sam Lee joins World Freeride Tour</title><description>The World Freeride Tour is welcoming Cardrona ski instructor Sam Lee this season.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/cardrona-ski-instructor-sam-lee-joins-world-freeride-tour.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2012 10:49:08 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4728</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Cardrona's new World Cup course opens</title><description>Cardrona Alpine Resort in New Zealand has a new World Cup course.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/cardronas-new-world-cup-course-opens.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:14:43 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4725</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Whistler has the lot</title><description>Whistler has everything from a world-class terrain park to some of the best back country skiing on the planet.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-has-the-lot.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 2012 12:37:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4726</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Best October skiing in Tignes</title><description>Tignes has some of the best snow conditions in Europe.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/best-october-skiing-in-tignes.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:36:10 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4724</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>March date set for X Games Tignes 2013</title><description>The fourth edition of the X Games Tignes hits the Espace Killy in March.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/march-date-set-for-x-games-tignes-2013.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 14:36:44 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4723</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Kitzsteinhorn glacier shaping up for another good late autumn</title><description>There is already plenty of snow up on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier above Zell am See and Kaprun.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/kitzsteinhorn-glacier-shaping-up-for-another-good-late-autumn.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:06:43 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4722</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Get a taste for the mountains at London's Freeze Festival</title><description>London&amp;#39;s Freeze Festival will be a great chance to sample the mountains in the capital.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/get-a-taste-for-the-mountains-at-londons-freeze-festival.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2012 11:51:18 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4721</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Spending a season in Verbier – know the night spots</title><description>Verbier has a great selection of bars and clubs to unwind after ski instructor courses.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/being-a-ski-instructor/spending-a-season-in-verbier--know-the-night-spots.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 8 Oct 2012 09:23:11 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4719</guid><category>Being a Ski Instructor</category></item><item><title>Whistler Blackcomb season pass deal running out</title><description>Time is running out to take advantage of the Whistler Blackcomb early bird season pass.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/top-skiing-resorts/whistler-blackcomb-season-pass-deal-running-out.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 4 Oct 2012 09:16:29 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4720</guid><category>Top Skiing Resorts</category></item><item><title>Guaranteed instructor jobs for Verbier graduates</title><description>Successful Verbier graduates will be eligible for gainful employment with the ski school.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/guaranteed-instructor-jobs-for-verbier-graduates.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:26:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4569</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>New castle mountain programme</title><description>International Academy are now offering snowboard and ski instructor courses at Castle Mountain Resort which provides awesome backcountry and cat skiing experiences.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/new-castle-mountain-programme.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 1 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4537</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>Epic spring powder days at Lake Louise</title><description>15cm of new snow has fallen since 6am (Mar 1) and it is still snowing!!! 17cm of snow overnight (Mar 5), 47cm in the last 48 hours, and 59cm this week means powder everywhere at Lake Louise!
Another 20cm is forecast to fall by Tuesday morning which will make for awesome spring skiing and riding conditions at Lake Louise ski area!</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/epic-spring-powder-days-at-lake-louise.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 5 Mar 2012 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4556</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>New Austrian Instructor Courses starting October 2012</title><description>International Academy are delighted to offer a new instructor training programme in Austria which takes place over the autumn on the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier near Kaprun.

The programme will run from 13 Oct - 24th Nov 2012 on THE glacier in Austria surrounded by the highest peaks in the country. With it's snow sure skiing and snowboarding at 3000m above ski level, fresh Autumn powder snow, varied and challenging runs, breathtaking views and it's extensive snow parks, the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier is</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/new-austrian-instructor-courses-starting-october-2012.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 4 Jan 2012 11:58:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4557</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>ski deals with off the piste holidays</title><description>Off The Piste are offering fantastic ski deals on trips to the France for the 2011/12 season. After 16 years of leading the student snow sports market, they have now opened their doors to the masses, offering fantastic rates to groups of all sizes.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/ski-deals-with-off-the-piste-holidays.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 2 Nov 2011 11:58:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4577</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>Follow us on Facebook</title><description>Check out our Facebook page and catch up on all of the latest news on our top snowboarding and ski instructor courses and destinations.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/follow-us-on-facebook.aspx</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4578</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>IA ski &amp; snowboard instructors set to return to Lake Louise</title><description>Seven people who completed our 12 week ski and snowboard instructor training courses at Lake Louise from Jan - Apr 2011 are set to return to the resort to work as instructors this winter season.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/ia-ski--snowboard-instructors-set-to-return-to-lake-louise.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 5 Sep 2011 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4579</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>100% pass rate on NZSIA/SBINZ Level 1 exams</title><description>Well done to everyone on the Cardrona course in NZ having now successfully attained the Level 1 qualification and become a certified ski or snowboard instructor!</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/100-pass-rate-on-nzsia/sbinz-level-1-exams.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 5 Aug 2011 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4580</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item><item><title>Whistler 2010/11 - the second highest season snowfall on record!</title><description>Here are some group and action shots that were taken by a professional photographer during our Whistler 12 week ski / snowboard instructor course.</description><link>http://www.international-academy.com/News/general-news-and-updates/whistler-2010/11--the-second-highest-season-snowfall-on-record.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 5 May 2011 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>http://www.international-academy.com/pages/news/latest_news_detail.aspx?nid=4581</guid><category>General News and Updates</category></item></channel></rss>