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Discipline: Skiing

Marty
Moore




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
15 / PSIA Level III, AASI Level III, PSIA-W Demonstration Team, PSIA-W Examiner, SKI Magazine's top 100 Ski Instructors

SPECIALTIES
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Skiing is a passion for me. I love to share the knowledge of skiing and it's techniques to make your day more enjoyable. Lake Tahoe is a beautiful place to enjoy a day on the hill!


Richard
Jameson





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
10 / APSI Level III Examiner Trainer, Advanced Children Specialist II, B.Ed.

SPECIALTIES
Bumps, Powder, Racing, Beginners

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I started my journey as a physical education teacher for high school kids in Australia. I have always loved teaching and sharing my passion for this sport with anyone that wants to enjoy an exceptional mountain experience and get better along the way. Start out or continue your journey with me this winter on one of the most beautiful mountains on earth.


Tim
Rankins





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
26 / PSIA Level III Instructor, Level III Examiner, Children's Specialist Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
Moguls / Off Piste / Pipe

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
The mountain experience is a fun and exciting one, come join us for a great day or week on the hill, it'll be worth every cent!


Heidi
Ettlinger






DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
12 / PSIA Level III Alpine, PSIA-W Demonstration Team Examiner, Board Member PSIA-W, Children's Specialist II, Adaptive � Blind & DD, Canadian Ski Coaches Federation Level I Race Coach, SKI Magazine's Top 100 Ski Instructors

SPECIALTIE(S)
All mountain / all conditions / new skier�s specialist

LANGUAGE(S)
English / Spanish

MESSAGE
I work as a professional ski instructor year round traveling between Lake Tahoe and the snowy mountains of Australia. I look forward to sharing this broad teaching experience, and providing all ability levels with top-notch coaching.


"Weavn"
Steven
Evenson




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
30 / PSIA-W Demo Team / Level III Examiner / Level II / Children's L2 Specialist / PSIA-W Board of Directors / Blind Skier Certified

SPECIALTIE(S)
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Come experience the passion of skiing with a native of the most beautiful place on earth. I specialize in compassion and patience in all levels of skiing from beginner to expert. If you're new to the sport, want to breakthrough to the next level, or a guide to those secret powder stashes, I'm your man. Ski Ya Later!


Greg
Lyons



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
10 / PSIA Level 3, PSIA Western Demo Team, PSIA Nordic Downhill Level 2, PSIA-W Tech Team

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Jay
Crawford






DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
9 / Alpine Level III, and Snowboard Level I - Won "most requested" at previous mountains on the East Coast

SPECIALTIES
Working on what, where and when, the guest desires. Enjoy all levels of teaching.

LANGUAGE(S)
English, and little Spanish

MESSAGE
My degree is in Physical Education/Leisure Service from Winthrop University, SC. I spend winters in the snow and summers on the water. I have been teaching soccer, swimming, kite boarding and skiing for most of my life of 40 years now. I really enjoy working on what guests want to work on, not a predetermined lesson plan. All of my lessons are "student-centered", and by the way, we will have FUN!!! See you on the slopes.


Robin
Barnes




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
18 / PSIA Level III, Regional Alpine Team, Tech Team/Examiner, Level II Child Specialist

SPECIALTIES
Carving, Moguls or first time skiers

LANGUAGE(S)
English, Spanish, Portuguese

MESSAGE
I love the variety of teaching all levels and all age groups . . from introducing people to skiing for the first time to experts and everyone in between!!


Michael
Rogan




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
21 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIE(S)
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English / Spanish

MESSAGE
3 team member of PSIA National Alpine Team / Past Ski Director, Hotel Portillo, Chile / Ski Magazine Instruction Contributor


Martin
Reich



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
14 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English, German

MESSAGE


Bryan
Schilling





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
17 / PSIA Level III, PSIA Western Tech Team, PSIA Northwest Examiner, L'ecole Suisse de Ski - certified, Ski Federation of Japan - certified

SPECIALTIES
Fast-Track to Parallel, Coaching though fear, Breaking the Intermediate Rut

LANGUAGE(S)
English, Espanol, Francais

MESSAGE
If you are looking for coaching to work through barriers at whatever level � even if you are new to the sport � I would look forward to meeting your specific needs. I�m an M.Ed with extensive international teaching/coaching experience with techniques in low-impact biomechanics, cognitive kinesthesia, and performance psychology. Let�s go ski!


Glen
Smith




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Adaptive

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
29 / PSIA Alpine Level III Instructor / PSIA Adaptive Level III Instructor, Senior Examiner

SPECIALTIES
Moguls, Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love to help students discover parallel skiing.


Robert
Haas




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
18 / PSIA Level III, Senior Specialist Certified

SPECIALTIES
Moguls, Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
When skiing at Heavenly, come look me up. You'll have a great time!


Steve
Scott




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Cross Country

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
25 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIE(S)
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Have fun, learn, and improve your skiing with a coach who is passionate about it.


Allen
Zalkind





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
24 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES
Powder, Trees, Off-Piste, Moguls, Carving

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love to ski and I love sharing the ski experience with others. I find tremendous reward in showing visitors a good time, allowing them to get away from it all and blow it out of their systems while they are on their vacations. I love telling guests, while we are riding up chairlifts, that I am in my office right now. What do you think of the view?


Walter
Eagan




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
12 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Join me doing my favorite thing on the hill ... tree skiing.


Russ
Snow





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
15 / PSIA-W Level III / Level I Race / Circle I Avalanche Rescue NSPS

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste / Powder / Pipe & Park / Moguls

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love to teach skiing to anyone who is willing to learn. Finding out what motivates my students to go beyond their expectations is paramount. I get paid to put a smile on my student's faces and if I can't do that then I need to go home :)


Joe
Hayes






DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
45 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES
Moguls, Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I specialize in working with individuals who are apprehensive and frightened. That is not to say I cannot improve the skills of those who want to ski powder, bumps or improve their �carve�. At the end of last season I skied with my six year old grandson down the face of Heavenly. This was his first run down a double black diamond. The clients I have coached were from 4 years to 74 years at levels from beginning to advanced.

Patti
Vath




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
10 / Alpine Level II, Children�s Specialist I

SPECIALTIE(S)
Most all children, and women levels 1-6

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Teaching skiing is the best possible job because I see my students have fun and gain confidence. They are all smiles as we ski in the trees, or on a black run, or a challenging blue run - some terrain where they had never successfully skied before. It's really a privilege to to share with a guest all the natural beauty that can be seen and enjoyed while skiing the slopes at Heavenly. I love it when guests return year after year to experience the fun and freedom of skiing - the wind in their faces.


Michael
McClary



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
18 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Enjoy teaching all ages, families, groups, private lessons. Taught over 13,000 students. Enjoy teaching the fun and passion of skiing.


Ellen
Johnson






DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
27 / PSIA Level II / Adaptive Level I (DD) / Ranked Top 100 by Skiing Magazine / Children's Specialist Level 1, MA Counseling Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor

SPECIALTIE(S)
Teaching people who are tentative or fearful (any level) and helping them to gain confidence and expand their horizons. I also love teaching kids of all ages.

LANGUAGE(S)
English, some French, and a little Spanish

MESSAGE
Learning to ski was very challenging for me, but skiing quickly became a passion I very much enjoy sharing. Teaching skiing has proven to be the most rewarding experience of my life. My greatest joy is watching my students increase their comfort level, have fun, and improve while they experience new sensations and explore new terrain. Heavenly has been very good to me. My first season here, I was featured in Ski Magazine's Top 100 instructors and in the 2006 / 2007 season, I was Heavenly's most requested instructor.


James
Fugina




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
15 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES
Park and Pipe, Moguls, and Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Get out here and ski with me!


Daryl
Kobashigawa




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
5 / PSIA Level II / AASI Level II

SPECIALTIES
Park and Pipe, Moguls

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Ski or Snowboard. Whatever you ride, come enjoy a day on the slopes!


Tony
Gooding






DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
12 / PSIA Level II and Adaptive Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste / Powder

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I will teach you how to ski so that you use your muscles less so you can ski with less fatigue. This will build your confidence while improving your technique. I specialize in private lessons for adults, kids of all ages and adaptive skiers. I look forward to sharing with you my passion for this sport, the mountains which I love and the hidden treasures of Heavenly!

Frank
Ruacho




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
18 / PSIA-W Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Teaching beginners

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have lived in Tahoe for 27 years and have a teaching background and like to share the beauty of Tahoe with others.


Scott
VanFossen





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
21 / PSIA Level II / Children's Specialist I

SPECIALTIES
Teaching children / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I believe that children are not only the future of our sport, but a great source making lasting changes in our world. Hopefully, I can instill a sense of citizenship and self reliance that was given to me when I was young.


Ty
Polastri





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
26 / PSIA-W Level II, EnterSki Director, Senior Specialist Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Increasing client competency levels by building supportive and trusting relationships

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Ski with me and you will be skiing with more ease, control and confidence than ever before. And, you will be having more fun doing it. I will share my genuine passion for skiing along with an extensive background in Ski Instruction, Life Coaching and Leadership Development to optimize your skiing enjoyment and progress as an Alpine Skier.


Brett
Melickian




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Join me on the hill doing my favorite thing ... skiing fast.


Pamela
Warman




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
13 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
Ski racing, dealing with fear

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I worked with the US Ski Team for 6 years tuning skis for the men's alpine team all the way up to the World Cup. I was a start coach, specializing in sports psychology.


Troy
Gier




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
5 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
Moguls, Off-Piste, Mountain Guide

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Ski to Live/Live to Ski


Sheryl
Walker





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
14 / PSIA Level II, PSIA Children's Accreditation, SKI Magazine's top 100 Ski Instructors

SPECIALTIES
Intro to shaped skis, women, and children's lessons

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have been ski instructing since 1998, with this winter at Heavenly being my 15th winter teaching between the US & New Zealand. I have an interesting background as I was hired as a ski instructor at Snowshoe Mountain, WV before even knowing how to ski. So I learned to ski and teach skiing at the same time. This gives me a unique perspective and allows me to be very patient and understanding towards my students' needs. I was awarded as one of the Top 100 Ski Instructors in North America by Ski Magazine. I have taught many lessons from children's development teams to Women's Ski Weeks to 1-on-1 private lessons. I love teaching all ages and abilities, especially women and children.


Chris
Rodgers




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
13 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
People who need a little TLC and confidence. I love working with children and families.

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
: I love being on the mountain and helping people gain confidence and skills. I have a fun and playful teaching style with a solid background in skill development and movement analysis. I look forward to spending the day with you and sharing my love for life, the mountains, and skiing.


Stan
Timoshek



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
20 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Tommy
Todd





DISCIPLINE(S)
Ski & Snowboard

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
5 / PSIA Level I, AASI Level I, Children's Specialist I

SPECIALTIES
Off-Piste, children & families

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Don't you wish you'd perfected your skiing as a kid? Give your children the chance to be an expert skier and they'll thank you forever. And once we have them skiing all-mountain, we can work on your technique together.


Janet
Bills



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I'm a retired Elementary teacher.


Larry
Reid



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
3 / PSIA-W Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Jacob
Schmidt



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
4 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES
Steeps

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Lets hit Killebrew and Mott Canyon!

Eveline
Wu




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
4 / PSIA Level I, Adaptive

SPECIALTIES
Women & children seeking to improve confidence from greens to blues. Beginners. Autistic Children, verbal and nonverbal.

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Want an instructor who can be clear, listen, and work with you/your child�s needs? My students ski best when they feel supported and at ease. Thus, I provide clear feedback and communication, and teach towards your potential to bring out your best. I believe the joy of skiing that comes gaining new levels of self-mastery so you can conquer your fears. I�ve worked as a certified movement therapist for adults with chronic pain and special needs children for close to a decade, and rediscovered skiing in Alaska as an adult after recovering from chronic injuries. I understand safety and technique, but I love teaching for pleasure. Skiing is a pleasure. Ski with me, and Let's smile our way down the hill!


David
Beecher



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Tim
Fajen




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
29 / PSIA-W Level III

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste / Moguls

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
It is a joy to ski and teach others. I love to see people get excited and have a smile on their face when they accomplish something that I helped them do. I am a very outgoing person, that loves to have fun. Come join me!


Roger
Engstrom




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
45+ / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES
All Terrain

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Come ski with me!


Barbara
Smith




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
28 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Jon
Sween



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
12 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Paul
Amato




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
8 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
Ski Conditioning

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
"Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life." - Mark Twain


David
Roeder




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
7 / PSIA-W Level II / Children's Specialist Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I've always had a passion for skiing. Come share that passion with me.


Michael
Nietling





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
5 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Take in the beauty of the mountains!

Dave
Gottlieb



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
4 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Ceci
Chourr�





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
4 / PSIA Level II, Adaptive

SPECIALTIES
Moguls, Women & Children

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have been pursuing my passion for skiing for nearly 35 years (domestically , internationally, and collegiate). Fortunately, life is affording me the opportunity to share these experiences with others professionally. I find nothing more satisfying than seeing the joy on someone�s face when they succeed at something new. I look forward to assisting you with your dreams... let's play!

 


Nicole
Charshafian




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing, Adaptive

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
12 / Alpine Level II, Adaptive Examiner

SPECIALTIE(S)
Adaptive

LANGUAGE(S)
English / Armenian

MESSAGE
I love to take people who have had bad experiences and show them how great skiing really is. Teaching people with disabilities is my specialty.


Trav
Schweitzer





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
6 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I find such enjoyment in helping people enjoy the sport of skiing. I enjoy helping them realize that they are driving the skis, not the other way around. It's all about having fun!


Britta
Nauta





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / PSIA-W Level I

SPECIALTIES
Teaching beginners

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have several years experience coaching jr. cheerleading, so I knew I would love being a kids ski instructor. I had a great ski coach growing up and I want to pass on my passion for my favorite sport like he did. I strive to be a good role model and make a positive impact in children's lives.


Rachel
Richards



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Dennis
Thorne



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Eileen
Webb





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
6 / NA

SPECIALTIES
Helping kids overcome fear

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I started skiing as an adult. I love to ski and I love to teach skiing. I want everyone to have a Heavenly experience and love skiing as much as I do.


Crystal
Miller



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Morris
Hansen




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
19 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIES
Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love the mountains, I love to ski, and I love to teach. Let me share my passion with you and find out why we call this place Heavenly.


Joe
Bill




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
14 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES
Moguls

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Have skied in Australia and Chili!

Doug
Scott



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Let's go have fun, safely!


Damon
Walker




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / NZSIA Alpine Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
Helping lower level skiers have a safe and fun introduction to skiing.

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Eric
Berquist



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
15 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love getting people excited about skiing. I will make sure that your skiing experience is a fun and rewarding one!


Gaston
Cernadas




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
off-piste, moguls, fun

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
This is my 10th season in a row teaching skiing, going from Bariloche, Argentina to Tahoe for the last 5 years. It�s so much fun to ski year-round!! Come yourself or bring your kids for some fun!


Gerard
O'Brien





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
3 / APSI Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
On-snow tricks (worm turns, etc.), terrain park skiing, kids teaching

LANGUAGE(S)
French, English

MESSAGE


Henry
Gordon




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / NZSIA Level I, NZSIA CSI

SPECIALTIE(S)
Kids, all mountain freestyle, off-piste, tree, powder, advanced terrain park.

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I want to show people what snowboarding is really about. From park to powder, I can accommodate any learning style keeping fun and safety in mind. I can teach a combination of ages from one on one to group lessons. Come get a private lesson with me and I�ll show you the snowboarding side of life.


Ian
Hall




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Seniors and Adaptive

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have a lot of patience and empathy for those who are beginning a little older or getting back after a layoff.


Jill
Dragseth




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
1 /

SPECIALTIE(S)
Patience and understanding teaching beginners to ski

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I left a 15 year legal career to move to South Lake Tahoe and �Live the Dream.� I truly enjoy teaching beginner skiers. Introducing people to a new passion is a joy.


Jean-Pierre
Dorard



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
1 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
French, Portuguese, Spanish, German

MESSAGE
Carpe diem! Much like in the Alps, skiing always brings you closer to Heaven. Patient and considerate European and American teaching.


Kate
Saunders




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
2 / PSIA Level 1, Children�s Specialist 1, Terrain Park certification

SPECIALTIE(S)
Children

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
If you want your kids to have an amazing experience and learn just how much fun skiing can be, come join me!


Max
Lown




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
3 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off-Piste, Park

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Married to Lisa with two children, Celia (15) & Michael (13)


Michael
Moran




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
7 / PSIA Level 1

SPECIALTIE(S)
tree skiing, off-piste, powder

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love working with beginners and second timers. I have 47 years of combined skiing and teaching experience that I can�t wait to pass on to you. Whether it�s your first time on skis or first time in the trees, let�s go and discover the power and passion of your ski experience together.


Ricardo
Saldivar




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
parallel turns (introduction � improvement)

LANGUAGE(S)
Spanish, English, Portuguese

MESSAGE
Skiing is not just a sport; it�s a way of life. Let me share with you my passion. It might change your life, too�


Tom
Haley




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
18 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
All Mountain

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Valerie
Otter




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
30 / PSIA Level III

SPECIALTIE(S)
adults and older children, teens

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Heavenly is a magical mountain. I would like to share some of that magic with you, �dare to live�. I invite you to ski with me!


Wayne
Walters




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
1 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
beginner kids

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
My goal as an instructor is to teach kids the basics of beginning skiing, so they will have knowledge and skills of this sport that will last a lifetime. Safety, fun, and learning are combined with each lesson taught. From putting on skis to getting on your first chair lift, it�s what I teach. I personally enjoy interacting with kids and all the energy that they bring to our beautiful mountain that we call Heavenly.


Delfina
Castro Feijoo




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
9 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Children, Families

LANGUAGE(S)
Spanish, French, Portuguese, and English

MESSAGE
I’m a very patient person, and really enjoy watching my students progress. I love doing what I do! Come and ski with me, you will have a great time.


Josh
Laney




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
16 / PSIA Level 3, PSIA-W Park and Pipe accreditation, SKI magazine Top 100 Ski Instructors

SPECIALTIE(S)
Park and Pipe, Moguls

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have the greatest job in the world. I get to introduce and advance people to a sport that I love in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. I specialize in freeride and kids. I love progressing people safely in the terrain park and pipe.


Hrvoje
Lasovic




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
10 / ISIA Certified

SPECIALTIE(S)
Carving

LANGUAGE(S)
English, Spanish

MESSAGE


George
Eisenstecken




DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
35 / Full Austrian Ski Instructor Certification

SPECIALTIE(S)
teaching the art of alpine skiing for young and old, the fun way, from beginners to ski racing

LANGUAGE(S)
English, German, French

MESSAGE


Discipline: Snowboarding

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Marty
Moore





DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
15 / PSIA Level III, AASI Level III, PSIA-W Demonstration Team, PSIA-W Examiner, SKI Magazine's top 100 Ski Instructors

SPECIALTIES
Moguls / Off Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Skiing is a passion for me. I love to share the knowledge of skiing and it's techniques to make your day more enjoyable. Lake Tahoe is a beautiful place to enjoy a day on the hill!


Duggan
Smith




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
10 / AASI Level III, Western Tech Team

SPECIALTIES
Park and Pipe, Off-Piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English, Spanish

MESSAGE
Forget drills and lectures if you want to play, explore the mountain, and at the time improve your skill and confidence, I am your man. I have the patience, experience, and enthusiasm to help you through your first day riding or the most challenging jump or steeps Heavenly has to offer.

Joshua
Spoelstra






DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding / Telemark

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
8 / AASI Level III, AASI-W Demo Team, AASI-W Tech Team, AASI Adaptive Level III, Children's Specialist Level II, PSIA Telemark Level I

SPECIALTIES
Park and Pipe, Off-Piste, Telemark

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
As the first and only fully-certified snowboard instructor and adaptive snowboard instructor in the US, I also hold the highest certification for children, am a Level III Examiner, and a Freestyle Examiner. So if you are a never-ever or an expert, 4 years old or 94, if you want to reach that next level, I have the Passion, Experience, and Knowledge to coach you along.


Wayne
Edwards





DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
9 / AASI Snowboard Level III, AASI-W Tech Team

SPECIALTIES
Off-Piste, beginners

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Come and learn to ride, or take it to the next level all the way to the top. Ride with me and we will have a brilliant time!


John
D'Aintree




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
8 / PSIA Level II Alpine / AASI Level III Snowboarding

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off Piste / Carving

LANGUAGE(S)
English / Dutch / Zulu / Afrikaans

MESSAGE
Join me in the trees for some great powder skiing.


Jesse
Peacock



DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
2 / AASI Level I

SPECIALTIES

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Brian
Macpherson




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
6 / PSIA Level I / ASI Equipment

SPECIALTIE(S)
Park & Pipe / Powder Skiing / High Speed Carving

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I am very mellow, passionate Snowboarding instructor with lots of patience. Throughout my six years teaching, I hav still never left a guest unhappy

Adrienne
Calhoun




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
3 / PSIA Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have 16 years of experience working with children. I have acquired skills and certifications that enable me to teach group sessions as well as one on one instruction. My philosophy is to allow each child to learn and discover their abilities in a safe, fun-filled environment. Happy Riding!

Sarah
Lowry




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
3

SPECIALTIES
Freeriding

LANGUAGE(S)
English / French

MESSAGE


Avery
Ellis




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / AASI Level 1 certification

SPECIALTIE(S)
teaching children, park, off-piste

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Branislav
Haviernik




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
3 / ISIA Level 1 Snowboard, ISIA Level 1 Ski

SPECIALTIE(S)
Powder

LANGUAGE(S)
English, German, Russian, Polish, Czech

MESSAGE


Caleb
Asprey



DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / ISIA Level 1 Snowboard, ISIA Level 1 Ski

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Caroline
McQueen



DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / CASI Level 2

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Whether you are a beginner or advanced, I offer lots of patience and understanding. I look forward to helping you get started or progressing your riding.


Cody
Crider




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / PSIA Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
beginner to advanced riding on all terrain

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE


Dominik
Potoczny




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / ISIA Level I (snowboard), ISIA Level I (ski)

SPECIALTIE(S)
backcountry freeride, steep and deep (the steeper, the better)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Get yourself on a lesson with me, fun and progress guaranteed.


Dustin
Denike



DISCIPLINE(S)
Skiing / Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
8 / AASI Level 2, Alpine Level 1

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I have been teaching for awhile and find it very rewarding. I have a lot of patience and I am willing to work with anyone to achieve their goals on the hill.


Jasmine
Reichardt




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
8 / AASI level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
children, women, powder, park, fun!

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I can teach anyone to love the mountain, no matter where you want to go.


Jennifer
O'Brien




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
5 / AASI Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Having fun!

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love teaching kids and adults, and have lots of experience with children with Autism and Aspergers.


Juan
Serantes




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / Snowboard Diploma EEE (Spanish Winter Sports School)

SPECIALTIE(S)
From how to carry your snowboard to performing speed turns, carving, butter tricks, free riding� Adults & Kids

LANGUAGE(S)
Spanish, English and Portuguese

MESSAGE
There are some activities that make you feel free and happy, even if you are just watching from the sidelines. Snowboarding is a perfect example. Imagine now, how good the feeling of boarding could be, if you were not just an onlooker, but instead, a rider. Whether you are carving an impossible turn off-piste or making your first turns on First Ride you will have this incredible sensation. Let me help you to begin riding or progress to the next level. Safe and fun, lets enjoy riding!


Julia
Edwards




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
8 / PSIA Level 1, AASI Level 1

SPECIALTIE(S)
All abilities, all ages, timid riders looking for extra confidence

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I provide a fun, safe learning environment. If that�s what you are after, look no farther!


Lea
Logal




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / AASI Level II

SPECIALTIE(S)
Off-Piste, Park

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
Every day is a good day on the snow!


Mez
Maconochie



DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / NZSIA Level 1, NZSIA CSI

SPECIALTIE(S)

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I�m very passionate about teaching and always have lots of energy. 95% smiling and kind of cheeky!


David
Stewart




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
4 / CASI Level I

SPECIALTIE(S)
Lots of patience for nervous snowboarders

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I love traveling. I lived in Whistler, BC for 5 years and also spent 2 years in New Zealand and Australia. During the summer I work for the Scottish Youth Hostel Association in the northwest of Scotland.


Rochelle
Rojas




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
3 / PSIA Level 1, AASI Level 1

SPECIALTIE(S)
teaching children, powder, bumps

LANGUAGE(S)
Spanish and English

MESSAGE


Seth
Johns




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
7 / AASI Level 2, Avalanche Level 1, Park & Pipe accreditation, Children�s accreditation

SPECIALTIE(S)
Cliffs, steeps, powder, trees, park, boxes/rails, back country

LANGUAGE(S)
Spanish and English

MESSAGE
Prepare for the all mountain experience!


Shelly
Wilkins




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
2 / AASI Level 1

SPECIALTIE(S)
park riding and having fun

LANGUAGE(S)
English

MESSAGE
I enjoy teaching people of all ages and abilities.


Spencer
Falls




DISCIPLINE(S)
Snowboarding

YEARS TEACHING & CERTIFICATION(S)
2 / NZSIA Level 1, NZSIA CSI

SPECIALTIE(S)
Freestyle

LANGUAGE(S)
English, Spanish

MESSAGE
I am able and willing to teach any and all people.


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