Resit Policy for Level two Exam

This year the SBINZ also introduced a new re-sit policy for the Level Two exam. Instead of taking the entire exam again, those who fail just the Analysis or just the Teaching can re-sit these portions. Candidates join the next scheduled exam but only have to attend...

New SBINZ Trainer Rhys Jones

The SBINZ received several emails this year with requests for funding towards exams, so we decided to use some of our Development Fund in this area. Rhys Jones was one such person who applied for some help towards his Trainers Cert workshop, and the committee gave him...

SBINZ Level One Coronet Peak

The start of August meant the beginning of the SBINZ exam roadshow, with the first stop being at Coronet Peak. We had some fantastic weather and great snow conditions, not to mention the always amazing scenery. The exam was a big success with an almost 100% pass rate....

Snowboard Course Changes

From the Snowboard Division – the Level Three workshop and the Trainer’s Cert workshop are now valid for life. This means that if you have already taken the workshop you won’t need to take the exam within 2 years as in the past, you can wait as long...

Coaching Conference in Wanaka

This is quick summary of a coaching conference last week in Wanaka, written by Richie Johnston. Check out this post at NZsnowboard.com for more info about the conference. It was a privilege to hear one of the world’s most experienced Snowboard Coaches shed light...