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Dave Burrows – On Coaching, Community, and Carving Your Own Path in the Alps

09 May 2025

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Dave Burrows is a British ski instructor based in Switzerland, founder of SnowPros Ski School in the Swiss sector of the Portes du Soleil, and host of The Ski Instructor Podcast. In this episode of Skidlärarpodden, we explore his journey from London finance to the Alpine slopes, and dive into:Building a sustainable career in the ski industryEvolving as a teacher beyond the exam systemThe power of long-format conversations in skiingWhy meaningful lessons go far beyond just techniqueWe also discuss PSIE (Professional Ski Instructors of Europe), compare instructor cultures across countries, and reflect on the importance of staying curious—even after decades on snow.🔗 Links & referencesContact Snow Pros at [email protected] Pros Ski SchoolThe Ski Instructor Podcast on Apple PodcastsThe Ski Instructor Podcast on SpotifyPSIE (Professional Ski Instructors of Europe)Portes du Soleil ski area📍 Chapters00:00 Introduction & background to the podcast02:20 Skiing in Portes du Soleil05:21 Dave Burrows: From British to Swedish ski instructor08:17 Certification and education in ski instruction11:13 ISIA and international standards14:15 The podcast's purpose and audience17:28 Listener interaction and feedback20:15 Popular episodes & future guests23:09 Final reflections28:53 Interview format & types of questions33:35 Career transitions & inspiration36:39 Starting a ski school abroad40:12 Recruitment & instructor models45:47 Guest interest & communication53:06 Ski industry culture & community58:33 Generational perspectives in leadership01:00:39 Learning from younger generations01:01:15 Ski technique and personal preferences01:03:16 Snow conditions and seasonal impact01:07:25 The future of skiing in the Alps01:08:31 How Brexit affected the industry01:10:10 Gender balance in the ski world01:19:14 Terrain skiing & technique development01:23:15 Preparing for the summer season01:24:14 PSIE and instructor training01:29:08 Challenges & opportunities in the ski industry01:38:06 Memories from skiing and educationCreators & guests Anna Norlin Berg - Host Joel Baudin - Host Dave Burrows - Guest Click here to watch a video version of the episode.

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Dave Burrows – On Coaching, Community, and Carving Your Own Path in the Alps

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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