| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-05-01 | - |
| 2025-07-01 | - |
| 2025-06-01 | - |
| 2025-12-01 | - |
| 2025-11-01 | - |
Program Overview
Study & Play in Whistler
Adventure-Packed Course Learning Bundles
Study Abroad in Canada – Hands-On Learning & Adventure in Whistler
Looking for a short-term study abroad experience in Canada that combines
career-focused courses with outdoor adventure? Whistler Adventure School (WAS)
offers Study & Play course bundles designed for adventure seeking
international and national students and who want to develop professional
skills while experiencing the world-class outdoor lifestyle of Whistler, BC.
Whether you're interested in mountain biking, backcountry skiing, guiding, event management, or media production, these individual course bundles offer immersive, hands-on training without requiring a study permit for international visitors. Earn course certificates, enhance your resume, and explore Whistler’s stunning mountains, lakes and trails!
Choose from our curated course bundles below, create your own program, or take individual courses — the choice is yours!
SPRINGMTB Essentials (May & June 2025)**
Start Your Career in the Mountain Bike Industry
Dreaming of a career in the mountain biking industry? This short-term course bundle is designed for students who want to learn professional trail building and bike mechanics while enjoying Canada’s premier biking destination. Gain expert training in sustainable trail construction and earn a Cytech bike mechanic certification to advance your career in the global mountain bike industry.
Courses Included:
- Sustainable Trail Building
60 hours (May) - Cytech Bike Mechanic
60 hours (June)
SUMMERBike Guide Express(July & August 2025)
Train as a Mountain Bike Guide & Experience Crankworx
Study in Canada this summer while developing your mountain biking skills in Whistler, home to some of the best biking trails in the world. This course bundle is perfect for aspiring bike guides who want to gain professional training in trail mechanics, guiding clients, and event management. Plus, get behind-the-scenes experience at the world-famous Crankworx Whistler mountain bike festival!
Courses Included:
- Guiding Clients
22.5 hours (3 days, July) - Trail Mechanics
22.4 hours (3 days, July) - Event Planning
(Crankworx Whistler)
45 hours (3 weeks, August)
SUMMERMountain Skills & Media(June - August 2025)
Learn Mountaineering & Outdoor Videography in Canada
Looking to develop backcountry skills and media production expertise? This study abroad program in Whistler combines mountaineering, backpacking, and videography courses to help you navigate the backcountry safely while capturing stunning outdoor adventure content. Ideal for those interested in adventure tourism, outdoor leadership, and digital media production.
Courses Included:
- Backpacking
48 hours (June/July) - Videography
45 hours (2 weeks, July 2-16) - Alpine Climbing
68 hours (9 full days, August 6-22)
WINTERIntro to Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Skills**(December -
January 2025/26)**
Master Backcountry Navigation & Avalanche Safety
This short-term ski and snowboard training program is designed for international students and adventure travellers looking to gain essential backcountry navigation, avalanche safety, and survival skills in Canada’s winter wilderness. This hands-on course prepares you to safely explore the backcountry of Whistler and beyond.
Courses Included:
- Intro to Backcountry
68 hours (9 days, December) - Outdoor Survival Skills
68 hours (9 days, January)
Advanced Whistler Backcountry Skills(November - January
2025/26)**
Start Your Backcountry Adventure
For advanced skiers and snowboarders looking to take their backcountry expertise to the next level, this bundle offers AST Level 1 & 2 certification, terrain analysis, trip planning, and advanced rescue training. Top it off with an Outdoor Survival course to ensure you’re ready for any winter adventure in the mountains.
Courses Included:
- Ski Guide Level 1
22.5 hours (3 days, Late November) - Ski Guide Level 2
68 hours (9 days, December) - Outdoor Survival Skills
68 hours (9 days, January)
ABOUT WAS
Whistler Adventure School (WAS) is a private post-secondary school providing high quality career training in Marketing & Media, Mountain Sport Technician, Adventure Tourism Winter, Adventure Tourism Summer, Design and Innovation, and Guiding in the beautiful mountain town of Whistler, BC, Canada.
PROGRAMS
- Marketing & Media Manager
- Mountain Sport Technician
- Design & Innovation
- Adventure Tourism Summer
- Adventure Tourism Winter
- Bike Guide Training
- Ski & Snowboard Guide Training
_Whistler Adventure School gratefully and respectfully operates on the unceded territories of the Skwxwú7mesh and _L̓ l̓ _wat7úl First Nations. _
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Whistler Adventure School
Overview:
Whistler Adventure School (WAS) is a renowned institution located in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. It offers a variety of programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in the adventure tourism industry.
Services Offered:
WAS provides a range of services to its students, including:
Academic Programs:
WAS offers a variety of programs, including Marketing & Media Manager, Mountain Sport Technician, Adventure Tourism (Summer and Winter), Bike Guide Training, Ski/Snowboard Guide Training, Design & Innovation, and various other courses.Student Support:
WAS provides comprehensive student support services, including accommodation assistance, co-op placements, and career guidance.Campus Life:
Students at WAS have access to various facilities, including a library, computer labs, and recreational areas. They also have opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities and events.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at WAS can expect a vibrant and immersive campus experience. They will have the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors, network with industry professionals, and gain practical experience in the field. The school's location in Whistler provides students with access to world-class outdoor recreation opportunities.
