IASI Snowsports
IASI Alpine Summit Special
Join us for IASI’s first official Alpine Summit in Cervinia
The first IASI Alpine Summit will take place at the end of October in Cervinia, Italy, against the stunning backdrop of the Matterhorn. This email contains all the information you need to sign up for an unforgettable weekend to kick-start your winter.
Why is IASI holding this event?
IASI is going through an exciting period of transformation, and while this is happening, we think it’s vital to strengthen our community and continue to build lasting connections between our members. What better way to do this than to go skiing together?
One of the benefits of our small size is that IASI has always been a welcoming, sociable, and above all a personal association. We want to do more for our members than just run courses and exams, we want our members to get to know us, and each other, and we want to hear more about what you want and need from IASI.
And… we just think it’ll be really good craic!
What will it involve?
The training side
- FREE L2 and L3 training with IASI educators on Saturday and Sunday. Other levels available depending on demand.
- First Aid refresher course, on Friday afternoon as an ice-breaker quiz, and/or later in the weekend.
- CPD opportunity (€11 a day) – much more fun than a dry slope or dome! If you are in need of a technical resit on any course, this is also a great opportunity to get it done.
- L2 Part B course (tbc) – if you’re interested in completing your L2 on snow (if you did, or are planning to do Part A on an artificial slope), contact Rich Egan by 29th September to express your interest. We currently need 3 more candidates for this course to run
The social side
- Friday evening welcome drinks – we’ll put money behind the bar
- Saturday dinner together
- Pre-arranged spot on the mountain to meet up with other members for coffee or a drink during the ski day
There are plenty of other ideas being discussed too, the above is just the start!
Who can come?
The event is open to all IASI members (any level), and their friends and family. It’s also open to anyone who might be interested in joining IASI – either at the start of their instructor career, or converting from another association, so please spread the word around. We pride ourselves on being open and welcoming to all.
When is it happening?
The member part of the event runs from Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd November. Feel free to arrive earlier or stay later if you like.
There is educator selection and training taking place earlier in the week too.
Where do I stay, and how do I get there?
Accommodation update!
We are recommending the Petit Palais Hotel as our base for the event. It offers a brilliant location just by the main lifts, stunning views of the Matterhorn and reasonable rates. At the time of writing, they have 17 rooms available. When you book, please put ‘IASI’ in the notes section.
The La Cresta Chalet is also recommended. When booking, mention Angelo Vassena and IASI.
For apartment rentals, call Fulvio Sarterelli on +39 39 385 383 80, and mention Angelo Vassena.
Travel
Nearest airports are Turin and Milan Malpensa. DO NOT fly to Geneva – it’s normally possible, but the Mont Blanc tunnel will be shut that weekend.
Transfers are easiest by hire car, but also possible by train and bus (from Turin) or bus (from Milan). If you want to meet up with others to share a transfer, check out the IASI Facebook page where we have started a thread for this.
How much will it cost?
Ski training – FREE!
First aid – FREE!
CPD – €11 per day
L2 Part B – tbc
Ski pass – currently 30% discount for ISIA card/stamp holders
Travel, accommodation, insurance – you need to book and pay for these yourselves.
How do I sign up?
Make your own travel and accommodation arrangements, and email IASI Admin to let us know:
- That you’re coming (and to let us know about any non-members who are coming with you)
- What ski training you’d like to do
- If you’d like to do the First Aid refresher
- If you’d like to join us for the welcome drinks and the dinner
Simple as that! See you on the mountain 😀
IASI Kit - NEW RANGE!
Just in time for the IASI Alpine Summit, check out our expanded selection of IASI ski kit and casual wear, including a cool new range of female-fit gear. Lots more coming soon!
