Program Overview
Guiding Clients
LENGTH OF COURSE STUDY
3 days
COURSE HOURS
22.5 hours
COURSE CREDENTIAL
Certification accredited by PTIB
Course Highlights
- The penultimate course in the Bike Guide Program, teaching the fundamentals of backcountry guiding in a variety of mountain bike situations.
- Students learn the skills to prepare for mountain biking in the backcountry.
- Focus for this course is on leadership abilities and adaptability on the trail to prepare students for potential guiding careers.
Course Cost
- Not applicable for non Bike Guide Training Program Students
Who Is It For?
- Students enrolled in the Bike Guide program with an advanced level of biking on blue and single black diamond trails comparable to those in BC, Canada.
Topics
- General guiding principles and understanding of group dynamics
- Coaching riders to improve skills and create progression
- Briefing clients both pre and post
- Route planning and trail selection
- Lead guiding vs sweep guiding
- Trail etiquette, permits and permission
- Risk management including liability, insurance and participant waiver/medical forms
- Leave No Trace for mountain biking
- Equipment needs and emergency planning techniques
Outcomes
- Possess the skills to feel prepared to guide clients in a backcountry environment up to an advanced level understanding route planning, trail etiquette and the different roles of guides on the trail.
Live Life Outdoors!
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.
