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Each Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy clinic is crafted by an Arc'teryx athlete or ambassador, and allows them to share their strengths and passions with you. The clinics offer a safe and rewarding experience in the mountains led by certified guides.
Taking a moment to self-assess before your clinic is essential—it can greatly impact the experience for everyone in the group. We encourage you to review our prerequisites carefully, and please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Comfortable skiing/riding on a black diamond run at a North American ski resort
Consistent experience skiing/riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including powder
AST 1, AIARE 1 – Level 1 Avalanche training or equivalent required. AIARE or any other A3 approved Level 1 curriculum is equivalent to AST 1
**We do offer a selection of beginner clinics that don’t require this training. Please check the specific requirements for each clinic.
Comfortable skiing/riding on a double black diamond run at a North American ski resort
20+ days skiing/riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including powder as well as variable & marginal conditions
AST 1, AIARE 1 – Level 1 Avalanche training or equivalent required. AIARE or any other A3 approved Level 1 curriculum is equivalent to AST 1
20+ days skiing/riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including powder as well as variable & marginal conditions
Minimum one year of backcountry skiing/splitboarding experience
AST 1, AIARE 1 – Level 1 Avalanche training or equivalent required. AIARE or any other A3 approved Level 1 curriculum is equivalent to AST 1
Longterm experience (50+ days) skiing/riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including powder as well as variable & marginal conditions
Minimum two years of backcountry skiing/splitboarding experience
AST 1, AIARE 1 – Level 1 Avalanche training or equivalent required. AIARE or any other A3 approved Level 1 curriculum is equivalent to AST 1
20+ days skiing/riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including powder as well as variable & marginal conditions
Mininum one year of backcountry skiing/splitboarding experience
AST 1, AIARE 1 – Level 1 Avalanche training or equivalent required. AIARE or any other A3 approved Level 1 curriculum is equivalent to AST 1
Our inbounds clinic options are designed for intermediate to advanced resort skiers and snowboarders.
For specific requirements, please refer to the prerequisites mentioned in the backcountry clinic information above, excluding the 'AST 1 or equivalent' and any references to backcountry experience. Focus on the first bullet point concerning skiing abilities as your guideline.
While possessing basic technical rope skills or training can be advantageous, it is not a mandatory requirement for attending a ski mountaineering clinic.
Nonetheless, we do insist that you come prepared with all the necessary equipment as specified in the ski mountaineering gear list, which includes a harness, two locking carabiners, one rappel device, and one 120cm sling.
