Blizzard Academy

Blizzard Academy Australia's hub for backcountry skiing & Boarding. Avalanche Education, mountain skills courses and guided tours in both NSW and Victoria.

01/06/2026

Happy first day of Winter! ❄️

Here’s Kyle with some exciting updates for this season 😎

Thinking about working in the mountains as a patroller, avalanche forecaster, or ski guide?This is where it starts!The A...
26/05/2026

Thinking about working in the mountains as a patroller, avalanche forecaster, or ski guide?

This is where it starts!

The AvSAR 1 + Ops 1 pathway is the first step into professional avalanche training, building from essential rescue skills through to forecasting, terrain assessment, and real-world decision making.

Delivered across two courses in the Australian Alps, this pathway is designed to move you from foundational knowledge into operational thinking in the field.

AvSAR 1 | July 28–31
Jindabyne + Kosciuszko National Park

Ops 1 | September 7–13
Charlotte Pass, NSW

Limited spots remaining for 2026.
➡️ [email protected]

24/05/2026

From looking… to going.

ALPINE NAVIGATION 🧭

Turn ideas into lines with the skills to read terrain, plan routes, and navigate when conditions don’t play nice.

Map. Compass. Gaia. Real-world decisions in real terrain.

Confidence comes from knowing where you are and where you’re going.

Book your spot now!

The season is getting closer and we’re getting excited to get out there again with everyone!📷
18/05/2026

The season is getting closer and we’re getting excited to get out there again with everyone!

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16/05/2026

Back into the snow this Winter? Don’t let your decision-making lag behind your stoke!

🏔️ Avalanche Skills Refresher 💡

1-day, field-based reset for AST 1 & 2 grads.

Dial in terrain assessment, group management, rescue, and real-time decisions before the season ramps up.

Built for those returning, stepping up, or just wanting to move sharper in the backcountry.

Spots are limited. Course dates at blizzardacademy.com

09/05/2026

Avalanche Search & Rescue Level 1 (AvSAR 1) + Operations Level 1 (Ops 1) registrations are now open, with limited spots remaining for 2026.

📍 AvSAR 1 | July 28–31
Jindabyne + Kosciuszko National Park

An entry-level Canadian Avalanche Association course covering essential avalanche search and rescue skills, and the required first step before progressing to Ops 1.

📍 Ops 1 | September 7–13
Charlotte Pass, NSW

Seven days of professional avalanche operations training focused on forecasting, risk management, terrain assessment, and field decision-making. Accommodation, meals, and oversnow access included.

💲 Total pathway cost: $7,500 AUD

For registrations and enquiries:
[email protected]

05/05/2026

All courses open for booking!

And you’re looking for private guided trips, you’re in the right place 👌🏼

Get on our website and see what we have to offer for the upcoming Aussie season!

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Start your professional avalanche journey in Australia this season ⚡The Canadian Avalanche Association has partnered wit...
22/04/2026

Start your professional avalanche journey in Australia this season ⚡

The Canadian Avalanche Association has partnered with Blizzard Academy, with support from Mountain Safety Collective, to deliver professional training.

Course Dates
• AvSAR 1 – July 28–31 (Jindabyne)
• Ops 1 – September 7–13 (Charlotte Pass, lodge-based)

Key Info
• Max 12 students
• First confirmed, first served
• Deadline: May 15

Email [email protected] to express interest.

07/01/2026

❄️ Blizzard Academy 2026 is live ❄️

We’re stoked to release our 2026 course lineup and with it, a big step forward.

All of our classroom-based courses are now fully online, making it easier than ever to build solid mountain skills wherever you are. Courses are also available for purchase as stand-alone online options.

Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening your decision-making for bigger objectives, our online courses are designed to support you, wherever you’re learning from.

👉 Check out blizzardacademy.com for our new courses and 2026 dates.

Stay tuned for more exciting news coming soon.

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Looking back on one of our favourite moments this season, the Freeride Youth Camp! ⛺️We teamed up with and to take a c...
30/09/2025

Looking back on one of our favourite moments this season, the Freeride Youth Camp! ⛺️

We teamed up with and to take a crew of young legends into the backcountry for a few days of skiing, snow camping, and good times all round.

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Jindabyne, NSW
2627

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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