Snowboard Level 2 Riding Skills Analysis Assessment

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Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026 from 9:45 am – 4:45 pm
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Event Type: Certification Exam

Location: Alyeska Resort

Registration Information:
– First Chair Rate: $200.00 (available through Saturday, March 14)
– Last Chair Rate: $215.00
– CEUs: 6
– Spots Remaining: 5 (as of 56 minutes ago)

Prerequisites: Current PSIA-AASI Membership, Snowboard Level 1 Certification, Snowboard Level II Professional Knowledge Exam

Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 11:59 pm

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Online Registration: Click here to register.

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Course Description:

Are you ready to test your riding in the intermediate and advanced zones of snowboard instructor certification? This course is designed for the aspiring Snowboard Level II instructor who is seeking assessment on their riding performance compared to the AASI National Standards. Participants will explore the application of the Snowboard Technical Fundamentals in intermediate and advanced terrain, conditions, and activities while receiving targeted evaluation and feedback. The course emphasizes accuracy, adaptability, and precision in applying movements across all Level II riding activities to be evaluated to the AASI Level II Riding standards. This assessment is the evaluative riding step toward completing Level II certification.

• Please review the AASI Level II Certification Guide.

Learning Experiences:

Specific activities will vary depending on group, terrain, and conditions and typically include:

• Riding a variety of Level II assessment activities and variations to assess technical performance.

• Demonstrating tactical decision-making, movement adaptations, and snowboard performance versatility in advanced terrain.

• Receiving targeted feedback from Examiners on performance relative to the National standards.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, successful participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate consistency, accuracy, and adaptability in Level II riding assessment activities.

• Apply the Snowboard Technical Fundamentals to varied performance outcomes consistently.

• Demonstrate versatility by varying turn shape, turn size, and line with Timing, Intensity, Duration, and Rate (TIDR).

Prerequisite(s):

• AASI Level I Certification

• Ability to ride confidently and safely in intermediate terrain and conditions, including steeps, bumps, off-piste, and freestyle features

• Familiarity with Level II assessment activities and assessment criteria

• Commitment

Recommended Learning Resources:

• AASI National Standards and Level II Riding Assessment Form

• AASI Snowboard Technical Manual

• AASI Performance Guide

Equipment/Materials Needed:

• Personal snowboard equipment suitable for advanced all-mountain and freestyle conditions

Additional Event Details:

If registering for the same module more than one time in the season, you agree you will not be eligible to receive a refund if you cancel, or not show up to, the second exam, you hold a spot from someone else being able to register for the exam. Even if you see a waitlist.

Know Ahead

Make sure you are familiar with, and know, the appropriate section(s) of the Alpine Certification Guide and the National Alpine Standards. And that you have talked with your trainer on expectations and your readiness for the exam.

Member Lift Ticket Support – Thank You!

The resort is generously supporting this program by providing lift tickets only for those who do not hold a season pass at the area.

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