Whistler Adventure School (WAS) Study & Work Canada

WAS is offering non-traditional adventure programs in Whitler B.C., Canada. Students can work while attending the program.

Activities
Bouldering, Camping, Canyoning, Cat Ski / Board, Hiking, Ice Climbing, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Ski Touring, Skiing, Snowboarding, Splitboarding, Telemark, Trekking,

Destinations
British Columbia, Canada, North America, Vancouver, Whistler,

Whistler Adventure School (WAS) is an accredited Post Secondary College located in Whistler, BC, Canada. WAS offers non-traditional hands-on diploma programs for Canadian and international adults 18+ and there is no cap. Students studying for 6 months or 1 year are eligible for a Study Permit with Work Allowance which gives them valuable work experience. Due to our beautiful location and the wide variety of outdoor pursuits available here in Whistler, the main concept that brings our students here is a love of nature and the outdoors, and a curiosity to learn, work and play.

WAS is offering the following programs:
Bike Guide Training program, Ski/ Snowboard Guide Training program, Mountain Sport Technician program, Marketing & Media Manager program, Adventure Tourism Summer/Winter program and Design Innovation.

To see how we are different:
* Non-Traditional Learning-strong focus on getting outside of the classroom to experience hands-on learning in small & interactive classes
* Taught by leading Industry Professionals -Our students learn from the best in the field –passionate, professional & knowledgeable Faculty & ACMG certified mountain guides)
* Flexible scheduling & timelines -students have a choice of when to study and when to have breaks (in full-year programs)
* WAS allows students the opportunity to live an adventurous, active lifestyle while pursuing an education and work experience in the top year-round resort community in Canada
* Assistance with finding relevant Co-Op work placements for students in co-op programs through industry

View some of our Co-op partners: Crankworx, Film Festival, World Ski & Snowboard Festival, TAG The Adventure Group, Canadian Wilderness Adventures, Whistler Sports Academy, WORCA, Coastal Culture, Gateway Bikes, Prior Snowboards, etc.)

WAS motto: Adventures In Learning – Expertise In Life!

Whistler is a unique place and international hub for diversity, activities and cultural richness. Whistler is the number one ski and bike resort in North America – hosting amazing winter and summer activities, festivals, arts and culture. Students can study and work while enjoying the Whistler lifestyle of skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, and living close to nature.