 I started skiing in 1976 and have been ski teaching all over the world since 1986.
Founded BASS Val d’Isere & Tignes in 2002. I have been in Tignes Val d'Isère for 5 successful seasons and going strong. I’m an Alpine Trainer for BASI, IASI Trainer and Race Coach CSCF level 2 with 21 years teaching experience. I have varied interests from rugby to fine art. |
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 I started skiing at 15 years old.
My First full time season was 06/07. I Came in Val d'Isère - Tignes in 2000 and loved it so much that I changed my career. I spent 3 years in the fire service and loved it but left for the draw of the mountains. I was involved with the national body for ski instructors for 18 months before moving to Tignes to teach with BASS. Interests: Skiing, squash, fitness Specialties: Bangers mash and beans!! |
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 I've been skiing since the age of 4, and began my teaching career at 16.
I have specialised as a race coach and hold the “International Ski Teacher Diploma” and “Alpine Performance Coach” Level 2. In addition, I am now also a tutor and qualifier of ski instructors for BASI. Interests? Skiing, teaching and race coaching for all levels. I’m also a tutor and qualifier of ski instructors for BASI. |
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 I started skiing in the early 1960's at age of six.
I have worked with BASS Val D'Isere (on a part time basis) since their first year of operation. I started in 1976 (when I did my BASI grade 3). I did 5 seasons In Italy (and did my Grade 2 (ISIA) in 1982) I followed by two more seasons in Scotland. I’ve run Alpine Snowsports in Aldershot since then (and am still there, running the show in the summer). Qualifications: BASI 1 in 1986. ISTD in 2000. Tutor for BASI. CSCF level 2. Interests? Family, Golf (when I get the chance) Specialties? Delivering training to dry slope instructors. |
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 I started as a child on rope tows in the Lake district.
I am a crucial part of the team since the start. I’ve been a ski teacher since 1986, and I’m a BASI ISTD & CSCF level 2. Interests? Surfing and the Dublin night lift. |
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 I started skiing when I was 4 in Pian del Cansiglio.
This will be my third season in Val d'Isère, and my first with BASS...a new experience! I got my Italian Ski Instructor Diploma in December 2004 and I am part of the COLLEGIO MAESTRI DI SCI REGIONE LOMBARDIA. Before arriving in Val I worked in Bormio (Italy) and also in Cervinia-Zermatt, Sestriere-Via Lattea, Adamello ski area, La Thuile, Gressoney, Les deux Alpes glacier etc. Qualifications:
Interests? I am spending all my free hours doing off-piste and getting into tricks in the park but.. as I come from racing ...reminding me of the past, I need to get back into it! :) |
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 BASS Val d’Isere, Tignes & Meribel office manager
Started skiing in Norway at 3, being dragged up crazy hills on slippy cross country skis, before joining alpine-after-school club at 7. Original partner from the startup in 2002 with Steve. I have been in ‘Val & Tignes’ for 5 fun and eventful seasons so far. Norwegian IVSI Alpine Instructor. Graphic designer. The ski schools, travel, sunshine, family, design Running other people’s lives and schedules for them :-) |
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 I began skiing at the age of four with my family in La Plagne.
This is my first season with BASS where I operate as Ski School Coordinator. I took the post of Race Captain followed by Chairman in 2003 at Sheffield Hallam University. I have since spent the last two years at the grass (dendix!) roots of the sport coaching the Aldershot Ski Race Club in the UK, while furthering my academic studies. BASI Alpine Instructor, training for my ISIA and ISTD qualifications with BASS. |
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