Private ski and snowboard lessons
Teach families and visitors one-to-one or in small groups on the snow each winter season.
- A$2k-8k
- Part-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small seasonal teaching business offering private and small-group ski or snowboard lessons at an Australian snowfield, from first-timers to kids and improvers.
Your first three steps
- Get a recognised snowsports instructor qualification and a current first aid certificate
- Contact the resort or land manager to ask what permits or operator agreements independent instructors need
- Set up your ABN, insurance and a simple booking page ready for the pre-season rush
Who pays
Families, school-holiday visitors, adult beginners and locals wanting to improve.
How it makes money
Fee per lesson (hourly, half-day or full-day), with extra for small groups, multi-day packages and repeat bookings.
Skills that help
- Strong skiing or snowboarding ability
- Patient, clear teaching
- Comfortable with children and nervous beginners
Watch out for
- Many resorts limit who can teach on their slopes, so check permit and lease rules before you promise lessons
- Public liability and professional indemnity insurance suited to snowsports instruction
- Working with children checks differ by state, so check what applies where you teach
- Income is seasonal and depends on snow conditions, so plan your cash flow
- Risk of injury to you and your students
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a ski or snowboard lesson business in Australia?
Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on your gear, insurance, marketing and any permit or lease costs at the snowfield. Treat this as an estimate and confirm local requirements first.
How much can you earn teaching private ski and snowboard lessons?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $9,000, depending on how many lessons you teach, your rates and snow conditions. Income is seasonal, so plan your cash flow across the year.
What rules should I check before teaching skiing or snowboarding in Australia?
Many resorts limit who can teach on their slopes, so check permit and lease rules before promising lessons. Also check insurance suited to snowsports instruction, and working with children checks, which differ by state.
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