
Unlock Your Potential with Rookie Academy's Camps
The Original Camp helps you build a strong foundation and gain confidence. It is perfect for new instructors starting their journey. The Advanced Camp refines your skills and teaching strategies, making it ideal for higher level of understanding of skiing. The Women’s Camp empowers female skiers by providing a supportive and inspiring environment and the Weekend Camp offers flexible, intense training for those with busy schedules who want to improve their skills quickly.
Rookies Camps provide the ideal platform to reach your goals. Take the leap and invest in your skiing future with us, because great skiing starts here!
Great skiing, made easy.
DATES & PRICES 2025
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Rookies Advance Camp
Pushing Boundaries and Reaching New Heights
For those who are already experienced and looking to refine their skills to an expert level, the Advanced Camp is the ultimate challenge. This camp is ideal for advanced skiers who want to push their boundaries.
What Makes It Exceptional:
Intensive Training: A focused program that dives deep into advanced techniques, high-level teaching methods, and performance optimisation.
Customised Approach: Each participant receives personalised feedback and strategies tailored to their specific strengths and areas for improvement.
Real-World Application: Learn how to adapt and apply your skills in diverse conditions, preparing you for real-life teaching and skiing challenges.
Elite Mentorship: Our world-class trainers bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, helping you reach your peak potential.
DATES 2025
Advance Camp 1: 21st July to 25th July
Advance Camp 2: 28th July to 1st August
Advance Camp 3: 4th August to 8th August
Advance Camp 4: 11th August to 15th August
Advance Camp 5: 18th August to 22nd August
Advance Camp 6: 25th August to 29th August
Advance Camp 7: 1st September to 5th September
Advance Camp 8: 8th September to 12th September
PRICING
4 Full-Days Camp NZ$1,600
Training on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, between 9am to 3pm with approx 1 hr break
*Fee is for training only, lift tickets is not includedFollow this link to find your own accommodation
PREREQUISITES
15 years old and above, an intermediate skier that can ski blue runs and have your skis in a parallel most of the time.
If you are unsure of your level, please send us a video of yourself skiing.Note:
• Maximum of 6 people per group
• With less than 3 people in a group, it will become a half day camp
• Lift Tickets not included -
Rookies Women's Camp
Ski, Grow, Connect
Rookie Women’s Camp empowers female skiers to build confidence, develop skills, and connect with a supportive community. Tailored for women at any stage of their skiing journey, it’s perfect for those advancing technical skills or be more confident with skiing.
Learn from expert - our Rookie female trainers in small groups. Receive personalised coaching, improve your skiing, and thrive in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Train in stunning location like Wānaka while refining your technique and building lasting connections.
This camp offers an inspiring space to grow your abilities and gain confidence on the slopes. Discover your potential and take your skiing to the next level with Rookie Academy.
DATES 2025Women’s Camp 1 : 28th July to 1st August
Women’s Camp 2: 11th August to 15th August
Women’s Camp 3: 1st September to 5th September*All Camps will start on Cardrona on Monday
Training will be full day and we will move to Treble Cone through the week
PRICING
4 x Full-Day Camp NZ$1,600
Training on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, between 9am to 3pm with approx 1 hr break
*Fee is for training onlyFollow this link to find your own accommodation
PREREQUISITES
15 years old and above, an intermediate skier that can ski blue runs and have your skis in a parallel most of the timeNote:
Maximum of 6 people per group
With less than 3 people in a group, it will become a half day camp
Lift Tickets not included -
Rookies Brunch Camp
A half day option
Our half day camps allowing you to get the most out of your day with a 3hr training session followed by plenty of time to enjoy other activities!
We get it - either you have limited time in the day, pressing family time, your fitness is not quite there yet or you're just a little overwhelmed by Treble Cone… so this is the perfect option for you.
This is a Rookies social introduction to training - the biggest focus is getting skillful and comfortable on Treble Cone and/or Cardrona terrain and having fun developing some consistency and ski discipline through the Rookies fundamentals.
DATES 2025
Brunch Camp 1: 21st July to 25th July
Brunch Camp 2: 4th August to 8th August
Brunch Camp 3: 18th August to 22nd August
Brunch Camp 4: 25th August to 29th August*Cardrona and Treble Cone Brunch Camps available on request, minimum of 5 people of similar skiing level - on any week
PRICING
4 x Half-Day Camp NZ$1,200
Monday start 10:00am to 1:30pm
PREREQUISITES
15 years old and above, an intermediate skier that can ski blue runs and have your skis in a parallel most of the time.
Follow this link to find your own accommodationNote:
required minimum of 4 people to run the camp
Fee is for training only, lift tickets are not included -
Rookies Weekend Camp
Back to the origins of how we started
We began the Weekend Rookie Course in 1992, initially catering to the Wanaka community and extending it to people from all over the Otago region.
The course back then was designed for enthusiastic individuals, like Otago University students, who came up on weekends to chase Dean Hunter and his crew all over TC, many of them going on to getting their instructor NZSIA stage 2.
We have listened to your feedback and are thrilled to announce that we are bringing back our original Rookie program.
A refresher course is always beneficial, no matter your skill level. Most of you local skiers of Treble Cone, certainly need some development to easier skiing. We will take you on an adventure of what is great skiing on TC, through a technical way, using the Rookies fundamental skills.
Come join the talented, Elite Rookies Trainers.
The Weekend Camp consists of three Saterday mornings (3hrs), whether you want to brush up on your skiing skills, prepare for the next level, or learn how to master more of the fun TC terrain.
Focused On - "All Terrain Skills, skiing Treble Cone" - Rhythm and Flow
Master skiing on Treble Cone and you can ski "Anywhere" in the world
DATES 2025
Weekend Camp 1- 19th July, 26th July and 2nd August
Weekend Camp 2 - 23rd August, 30th August and 6th September*3 consecutive Saturdays, training between 9am to 12pm.
PRICING
NZ$390 for 3 x Saturday morning sessionsPREREQUISITES
16 years old and above, an intermediate skier that can ski Main street with their skis in a parallel most of the time.
Note:
required minimum of 4 people to run the camp
Fee is for training only, lift tickets are not included -
Rookies Weekly Elite Camp
Elevate Your Skills
Rookies Elite Camp is the ultimate training program for expert skiers. It focuses on advanced techniques, personalised coaching, and real-world challenges. Designed for Level 3 and above instructors, this camp helps you refine your skills and reach the top of your profession. With world-class trainers, small group sizes, and stunning location, Wanaka and challenging terrain of Treble Cone, the Elite Camp provides an unparalleled learning experience. Push your limits, grow your abilities, and achieve greatness with Rookie Academy.
DATES 2025
Elite Camp 1 : 28th July to 1st August
Elite Camp 2: 4th August to 8th August
Elite Camp 3: 11th August to 15th August
Elite Camp 4: 18th August to 22nd August
Elite Camp 5: 25th August to 29th August
Elite Camp 6: 1st September to 5th September
PRICING
4 Full-Days Camp NZ$1,800
Training on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, between 9am to 3pm with approx 1 hr break
*Fee is for training only, lift tickets is not includedFollow this link to find your own accommodation
PREREQUISITES
You need to have a Level 2 ski qualification and above, signed off by Dean Hunter / Josh Duncan-Smith OR multiple Rookies Advance Camps attendance
Note:
• Maximum of 6 people per group
• With less than 3 people in a group, it will become a half day camp
• Lift Tickets not included