Ski Mechanics Workshop Courses Offered

Vermont Ski Safety Equipment Inc. (VSSE) is the manufacturer of safety-related products for the snow sports industry, and offers safety services and courses. A major piece of safety equipment produced by VSSE specifically for the ski industry is the Vermont Release Calibrater.

VSSE, in cooperation with the Snowsports Industry of America (SIA) and the National Ski Areas Association (NSSA), conducts seminars and workshops and this September will kick off the 19th season of the Ski and Snowboard Mechanics workshops. During the months of September through November the VSSE faculty will present the program at 18 resorts across the country.

The workshops are serious business and are accredited by the major binding manufacturers. The Bindings workshops are full day courses, one covering entry level techs and one for previous certified techs.

There is also a rental equipment course for employed rental mechanics. Here, the techs participate, hands-on, in rental projects such as pre-season inspection, in-season inspection, post accident inspection, and equipment dispatch.

Don't despair if you are not currently working at a resort, retail, or rental shop. Ski mechanics of all levels are welcome to attend a full day course on Ski Tuning and Repair. Here you can get hands-on training in hand and machine techniques for bottom and edge tuning and training in delamination and other major base repairs.

At some of the venues there is a third day scheduled for a Rental/Service Management and Employee Training Seminar. An in depth look at the proper organization and operation rental and service facilities.

Check out the list of the Resorts hosting VSSE and if you are interested in one, or more of the courses register before August 10 for an early bird saving!

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