SVELAV Avalanche Courses - Skredkurs - Lavinkurs
This season, I am running avalanche courses again, but in the form of Swedish SVELAV instead of Canadian AST. Same quality, different name - the format and course content will remain similar. The course contents are continuously updated and developed to guarantee the best training possible. I have taught avalanche courses in Norway and Georgia for several seasons, and courses have received only >>5/5 ratings. Courses take place either in Åre / Snasahögarna (Storulvån) or Narvik, depending on where participants come from. All courses are taught in English.
Friåkning 1 + / Freeride 1 +
The Svelav 1 is a foundational course that is a first step for skiers or snowboarders keen to learn more about avalanche safety. This course teaches you the basics of avalanche formation, terrain and danger. You will learn how to choose routes and get an introduction to methods for decision-making and risk management. You will also learn about avalanche rescue gear and practice companion rescue. The normal SVELAV 1 runs for two days. From my experience teaching Canadian AST courses, an additional day is always beneficial, so I added an extra day of terrain travel.
Locations and Prices
Duved / Åre / Snasahögarna (Sweden):
8 - 10 March
15 - 17 March
NOK 4800 pp.
Friåkning 2 / Freeride 2
This is an advanced training course focusing on tour planning and risk management. The training involves daily trip planning and preparations inspired by avalanche risk management but adapted to the recreational skier/snowboarder. The course focuses on understanding avalanche forecasts, avalanche problems, tour planning and preparations, group communication, decision-making, gathering and prioritizing information and making safe route choices in the mountains. The course goal is for participants to be prepared to plan and conduct their own ski tours and off-piste skiing after completing the training. I also expand on avalanche rescue.
Locations and Prices:
Duved / Åre / Snasahögarna (Sweden): 1-3 March
Duved / Åre / Snasahögarna (Sweden): 22 - 24 March
Narvik (Norway): 19-21 April
NOK 5000 pp.
SVELAV PRO 1 - Basutbildning för yrkesbruk
This course provides basic avalanche training for outdoor work in mountain environments. Emphasis is placed on recognising avalanche terrain and managing avalanche risk from a workplace perspective. It includes examination components for avalanche terrain and companion rescue. The training consists of both theoretical sessions and practical outdoor activities. Topics include avalanche and weather forecasts, basic snowpack observations and snow stability assessments. We will also practise advanced avalanche rescue and how to report avalanche occurrences and accidents. Note that this course requires training in first aid equivalent to at least three days, including CPR and hypothermia. Participants should also have practised transceiver search practice before the course.
Locations and Prices
19 - 21 April, Riksgränsen (Sweden)
Other dates and locations >>on request
Prices include course instructor and course material. You'll need to purchase accommodation and lift tickets in addition (where applicable). I can arrange shared accommodation to lower costs. To sign up, email peter@ps-avalanche-consulting.com or use the >>contact form.
>> Reviews
(33 total, only 5/5 ratings)
