Become part of the Snowsports Academy family
By becoming a member you become part of the large Snowsports Academy family. Whether you are a ski instructor, snowboard instructor or simply a winter sports enthusiast, everyone is welcome.
Get your ski instructor or snowboard instructor ID
If you pass the exam and become a member, you will receive a ski instructor or snowboard instructor ID. Simply upload your passport photo and a picture of your certificate. The ID card will be sent to you immediately.
Stay Up-To-Date with the magazine ‘Insight Snowsports’
The annual magazine ‘Insight Snowsports’ deals with the global developments and current topics in winter sports. The current issue will be sent to members by post.
Discounted lift ticket prices
Many ski areas grant lift tickets at discounted prices for ski instructors and snowboard instructors. Simply show your ski instructor or snowboard instructor ID. Whether they do or not and how much discount is granted is at the discretion of the lift company.
Discounts at Bründl Sports
All members receive improved purchasing and rental conditions at any of the 30 shops owned by our partner, Bründl Sports.
Packages
Package 1 (€35): Snowsports Academy membership for ski and snowboard instructors
Package 2 (€55): Snowsports Academy membership for ski and snowboard instructors
+ ÖSV membership
Package 3 (€50): Snowsports Academy membership for everyone
+ ÖSV membership
The benefits of an ÖSV membership
(Austrian Ski Federation)
Membership to the ÖSV gives you extensive insurance protection:
- Mountain recovery and rescue costs (e.g. helicopter recovery)
- Recovery costs
- Liability protection while skiing and snowboarding
- Legal protection while skiing and snowboarding
- SKI AUSTRIA - The official club magazine of the ÖSV
and much more.
Further information can be found at: https://www.oesv.at/mitglieder/versicherungsschutz/