Freya Taylor

Summary of Qualifications and Experience

  • Qualified Skiing and Snowboard instructor
  • Touring experience in different types of terrain on both touring skis and splitboards
  • More than 7 years of experience, training and recognition in customer service and guest services
  • Effective and efficient communication skills when working as part of a team

2017 – 2019                     Dual Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor

                                             Whistler Blackcomb – Teens program

2015 – 2016                     Dual Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor 

                                             Rusutsu, Hokkaido, Japan -Adults program

2014 – 2015                     Dual Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor

                                             Lake Louise, Canada -Kids program

2014                                   Dual Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor

                                             Mount Hutt, Methven, New Zealand -Mix of kids and adults programs

2013 –2014                     Dual Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor

                                             Zermatt, Switzerland -Private lesson program

2013                                   Ski Instructor                

Mt Buller Ski Area, Victoria, Australia -Mix of kids and adults programs

Other Employment and Experience

2019                                                                 Duhb Linn Gate (Line cook)

2018                                                                 Boston Pizza (Line cook)

2018                                                                 Shady Tree (Line cook)

2016-2017                                                      The Birdcage Restaurant (Waitress and Barista)

2015 –2016                                                    Pirateman Bar and Restaurant (Waitress and Bar staff)

2015                                                                 Rimrock Resort Hotel Banff, (Barista and Room Service)

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance) Member no. 220693

Level 1 achieved February 2013

Level 2 achieved March 2013

APSI (Australian Professional Snowsports Instructors)

Level 1 Snowboarding achieved September 2013

CAA (Canadian Avalanche Association)

AST Level 1 achieved February 2022

(All 1st time passes)

2021-Present                   Adventure Guide Diploma

                                             Thompson Rivers University

2013                                   Ski Instructor Training

Lake Louise Ski Area, Alberta, Canada

3 months ski instructor training with Basecamp group.

2011-2012                        B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Games Technology                

University of Abertay Dundee

2010-2011                        B.Sc. (Hons.) Civil Engineering

University of Abertay Dundee

Related Interests

I have a love of exploring, music and food.   Aside from snow sports I also enjoy climbing and sailing, as well as hiking and river sports socializing with others.