spring festival 2026
Experience the Intersection of Ski Technique & Ski Technology
📍 Whistler Blackcomb | 📅 April 24-26, 2026
This is not just another spring clinic. The PSIC Spring Festival 2026 is a high-octane gathering of 100 of the most dedicated ski professionals in North America — combining ski technique with ski technology.
April 24-26 in Whistler, we’re bringing together international legends, local all-stars, CARV, keynote speakers, and a community of pros who are serious about elevating their craft.
What to expect:
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World-Class Coaching: Three days of intensive on-slope sessions led by a roster of international legends and local all-stars.
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VIP International Coaches: Gain exclusive access to our International Tier, featuring guest trainers from around the world.
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The Tech Ecosystem: Carv joins the lineup, delivering real-time digital coaching and data-driven performance feedback on snow.
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Keynote Series: Join us for evening presentations from industry experts on technique and teaching, the future of ski engineering and data-driven performance.
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Community Gatherings: Thoughtful social events designed to bring our community together on and off the mountain.
We’re excited to welcome Carv as a supporting partner of the Spring Festival. Already using Carv? Bring your charged sensors — there will be plenty of opportunities to use them throughout the event. New to Carv? Demo sensors and app access codes will be available, or take advantage of the PSIC Member Pro Deal and purchase yours in advance.
schedule
Expect multiple days of on-snow training and coaching, paired with late afternoon keynote presentations, and community après gatherings. Snow, sunshine, learning, après, and good times!
Thursday, April 23
Welcome Gathering | 4:00pm
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Registration and check-in
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Social connections
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Trainer presentation
Friday, April 24
On-Snow Workshop |10:30am
Meet at top of Blackcomb Gondola outside Rendezvous.
Indoor Discussion | 4:30pm
PRESENTATIONS:
Derek Tate | Skiing in Flow: An Art? A Technique?
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Charlie Bickerton | Carv - What Makes Ted Ligety's Skiing Special? A technical deep-dive on Carv by Carv's Lead Data Scientist.
Après Gathering | 5:30pm
Saturday, April 25
On-Snow Workshop |10:30am
Meet at top of Blackcomb Gondola outside Rendezvous.
Indoor Discussion | 4:30pm
PRESENTATIONS:
Tracey Fraser | Coaching Women & Girls for Long-term Performance
Learn to apply gender-informed coaching, turn research into actionable drills, and develop confidence and competitive resilience on snow.
Trainer Panel | What Is Good Skiing?
Après Gathering | 5:30pm
Sunday, April 26
On-Snow Workshop |10:30am
Meet at top of Blackcomb Gondola outside Rendezvous.
Après Gathering | 4:00pm
pricing
Choose your coaching experience: the $699 International VIP Pass places you with globally renowned guest coaches from around the world, while the $499 Local All-Star Pass connects you with PSIC’s top Licensed Professional Trainers — leaders shaping ski education across Canada.
International VIP Pass
Early Bird Price
April 24-26
$699
As part of this registration, you will be placed in a group alongside our International VIP roster: Reilly McGlashen, Demelza Clay, Annina De Biasi, Joshua Duncan-Smith, Luc Néron, Harry McFadden, Jamie Kagan. Groups will rotate and you will get an opportunity to ski with three different coaches throughout the three day event.
*Due to unforeseen circumstances, coaching roster may change.
Local All-Star Pass
Early Bird Price
April 24-26
$499
As part of this registration, you will be placed in a group alongside our Local All-Star roster: Jeff Marks, Jamie Jack, Helen Campbell, Russ Wood, MC Baron, Jason Simpson, Seb Baribeau, Tracey Fraser, and others. Groups will rotate and you will get an opportunity to ski with three different coaches throughout the three day event.
*Due to unforeseen circumstances, coaching roster may change.
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PSIC Membership is required. If you’re not yet a member, it will be added during the registration process.
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Food & beverages costs during social gatherings are at the expense of participants.
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Event registration price includes on-snow workshops and keynote presentations.
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Need lift tickets? Event registration includes access to discounted Whistler Blackcomb lift tickets for the dates of the event only. Information will be provided upon registration.
stop guessing, start improving
The event is brought you in partnership with Carv. Improve your skiing technique with real-time audio coaching. Carv uses pressure and motion analysis to score your technique and help you improve. Real-time feedback helps you stop guessing and start skiing better.
frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the two tiers of product
Our International VIP trainers are coaches from around the world who are internationally renowned as top tier coaches, while our local all stars are a collection of the PSIC's best LPT's.
If I sign up for International VIP who will I ski with & can I request a coach?
You can not request a coach, over the three days you will rotate through three of our VIP coaches.
If I sign up with Local All-Stars can I request a coach or make my own group and request a coach?
No, sorry, we will not be taking any requests on group configuration.
Are lift tickets included?
No, however we have secured a discounted rate. Information will be provided upon registration.
Do I need to be there on April 23rd for the trainers presentation?
No, you do not but it will be fun!
Are there any deals on accommodation?
Yes, discounted rooms are available at our partner hotel Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.
What if I am not currently a member of the PSIC?
No problem, you can become a member and enjoy our many member benefits!
Do I have to be a ski instructor to participate?
You must be an instructor to participate... time to consider signing up for a Level 1 Ski Instructor certification course!
How will you be splitting the groups?
We will be splitting the groups based on level of certification so to best create groups of similar skiing ability.