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Course Name:

Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 – Niseko

Country

Japan

State:

Hokkaido

Start Date:

12/12/2023,03/06/2024

Course Structure

In Person

training Duration

4 days

training Cost

55,000 yen

Is accommodation provided?

No

Does the course provider offer employment on completion of the course

No

Course Type

Ski Instructor

Why take the course

This 4 day course builds on the foundations of AST 1 and is the next step in your avalanche education. Course objectives include progressive planning and safe travel techniques, increased proficiency in companion rescue, use of the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES system) and use of the Avaluator 2.0 as a decision making tool. This is a certified course offered under the authority of Avalanche Canada. Additional course details along with a number of other great learning resources can be found on the Avalanche Canada website. Course fee includes course materials and 4 days of instruction. Backcountry touring equipment is required but not included in the course price. Splitboards are highly recommended for snowboarders. Please note the course days in March are March 6, 7, 10 &11 For full details, please see https://risingsunguides.com/ast-2/

Last Updated

12-12-2023