Eurotest:

The Eurotest is a Giant Slalom timed test that is required for ski instructors of European Nations as part of their qualification. It is also required to attain a Carte Pro in order to work in France as a ski instructor. The race compares competitors against the best skiers in the world. The organisers of this test specially nominate 'openers' who have sub fifty FIS points who set a time. These openers are calibrated at the beginning of each season and are given a handicap. From the openers time, a 'base time' is then created, which is the theoretical time of the best skier in the world. The pass time for male participants is the base time plus 18% and for women, the base time plus 24%. Candidates qualifying in run one will not participate in run two, and the second runs start order will be reversed. 

ISIA Speed Test:

The ISIA Speed Test is the module in the BASI (British Association of Snowsports Instructors) pathway that replaces the Eurotest post Brexit. In previous years we have taken teams to tests run by Swiss Snowsports, but there are other locations available worldwide.

Seasonal dates to book can be found at Snowsports.ch when they are made available. When you have registered for a test, you will then receive an invoice with their account detalils and a payment slip to finalise your booking. 

The test requirements are quite simple, ski through a FIS regulated Giant Slalom course with a time within 12.5% for men, or 17.5% for women of two fifty point FIS skiers. (Opening and closing of the course is needed to get an average time.) Unlike the Eurotest, these openers are not calibrated, but percentages are taken directly from their times, rather than a base time. If you don't manage to achieve this on your first attempt, you are able to have another go. Two runs is the maximum on the day, but there are no limits to the amount of attempts you can have in the future. 

Dealing with Race Day Pressure...

The psychological pressue of these races is almost as challenging as the physical demand. Therefore joing a team that will support you in all aspects of the journey running up to race day who will get you used to what to expect is the most valuable experience you can give yourself with the best possible chance of success. Go and smash it!

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