Ride, train, and live the dream on a snowboard instructor gap course in the French Alps.

Snowboard Gap Year Course – BASI Level 1 & 2

Looking for the ultimate winter experience? The 10-week snowboard gap course in Les 2 Alpes is your chance to train with pro coaches, progress your riding, and qualify as an instructor.

This is more than just a course – it’s a season-long adventure designed for passionate riders who want to turn their love of snowboarding into a lifestyle.

What’s Included

  • 10 weeks of expert snowboard coaching

  • Level 1 & 2 instructor training & exams

  • Full-season lift pass

  • Chalet accommodation with half-board (breakfast & dinner)

  • Video analysis, avalanche safety training & workshops

  • Personal feedback and job guidance

  • Weekly group events, trips & socials

Who Is This Course For?

This snowboard instructor program is perfect for:

  • School leavers on a gap year

  • Uni students taking a winter break

  • Adults looking for a career break or lifestyle change

  • Riders ready to step up and become instructors

You don’t need teaching experience – just a solid intermediate riding level and a passion for the mountain.

Why Les 2 Alpes?

  • Snow-sure conditions all season

  • Huge terrain with a mix of park, piste, and off-piste

  • Fun, international vibe with great nightlife and community

  • Easy access from Grenoble, Lyon, and Geneva

Les 2 Alpes is one of Europe’s best winter playgrounds – and your new home base.

Accommodation & Lifestyle

Stay in a comfortable, centrally located chalet with other course members. Breakfast and dinner are included, plus you’ll have full support from local staff. Weekly social events, mountain days, and relaxed down-time help you build friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

"Best winter of my life – I came for the snowboarding but found a second family."
— Jamie, UK – 2024 graduate

Ready to Apply?

Places are limited for each winter season.

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Questions? Contact us – we’re here to help.