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Dylan Lewin-Vanyi

Ski Instructor & Freestyle Coach
Collingwood

Summary

With 17 seasons totaling 71 months of experience in the Snowsports industry, I bring extensive international experience across Canada, Japan, Australia, and the United States of America. My experience spans roles from ski instruction to freestyle coaching, as well as a hands-on role involving many varying Snowsports events. Most notably is my role as Head Coach for Mount Hotham Freeski where I now have 3 seasons of experience. I have led large teams of athletes and coaches, managed athlete bookings and program lessons, delivered coaching development sessions, driven operational improvements and consistently delivered high-quality service to my athletes and coaches. My strengths lie in clear communication, coach and athlete development, guest satisfaction, and building a strong team culture, all of which have contributed to exceptional outcomes and recognition throughout my Snowsports career.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Head Coach

Mount Hotham Free Ski
06.2023 - 10.2025
  • Company Overview: a non-profit organisation designed for athletes aged 8-18 who are looking to train and compete in Slopestyle, Big Mountain, Moguls, and Skier Cross.
  • Responsible for eight Coaches and up to seventy athletes, creating and monitoring groups and training sessions while developing our U18 program.

Freestyle Ski Coach

Silverstar Freestyle
12.2024 - 04.2025
  • Designed and implemented individualized training programs for athletes, focusing on skill development and performance enhancement.
  • Conducted regular assessments of athletes' progress, providing constructive feedback to promote continuous improvement and confidence.

Ski Instructor

Big Sky Ski Resort
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Delivered personalized skiing lessons to diverse groups, adapting techniques to cater to various skill levels and ensuring a positive learning environment.
  • Monitored weather conditions and slope conditions daily, adjusting lesson plans accordingly to maintain optimal learning experiences while prioritizing safety.

Freestyle Coach

Craigleith Ski Club
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Responsible for multiple groups aged 8-16 throughout the season, training primarily in Slopestyle.
  • I also lead morning training sessions for other instructors/coaches interested in freestyle and terrain park etiquette/safety.

Ski Instructor/Freestyle Coach

Mount Hotham Ski Co.
06.2018 - 10.2022
  • Seasonal employee for Mount Hotham Ski School, teaching group and private lessons for clients of all ages and skill level.
  • I was also a Freestyle Coach for Mount Hotham Free Ski.

Ski Instructor/Freestyle Coach

NISS
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Company Overview: Niseko International Snowsports School based out of Hanazono Niseko, Japan.
  • Taught all levels of skiers in a group and private setting, and I was involved in Coaching the Yuki Freeride team.
  • Niseko International Snowsports School based out of Hanazono Niseko, Japan.

Terrain Park & Events Employee

Big White
12.2016 - 04.2018
  • Worked with a team of ten staff creating, managing and running varying freestyle-based events such as: Boarder Cross, Skier Cross, Slopestyle, Big Air and Rail Jam events.
  • Tasked with daily maintenance, organisation, and creation of all of the courses required for the aforementioned events.

Freestyle Coach

Toronto Ski Club
12.2013 - 04.2015
  • Seasonal employee responsible for developing the skills of a team of 8-10 year olds in the Terrain Park and off-piste terrain.
  • Coached basic jumps, rails and style in the park and on open runs; as well as on-hill and terrain park etiquette and safety.

Education

APSI - Level 3 -

Falls Creek, Victoria

Aus Snow Freestyle Coach - Level 1 - undefined

Mount Hotham, Victoria

FSO - Club Coach - undefined

Mount St Louis Moonstone, Ontario

Timeline

Freestyle Ski Coach

Silverstar Freestyle
12.2024 - 04.2025

Ski Instructor

Big Sky Ski Resort
12.2023 - 03.2024

Head Coach

Mount Hotham Free Ski
06.2023 - 10.2025

Freestyle Coach

Craigleith Ski Club
12.2022 - 04.2023

Ski Instructor/Freestyle Coach

NISS
11.2019 - 03.2020

Ski Instructor/Freestyle Coach

Mount Hotham Ski Co.
06.2018 - 10.2022

Terrain Park & Events Employee

Big White
12.2016 - 04.2018

Freestyle Coach

Toronto Ski Club
12.2013 - 04.2015

Aus Snow Freestyle Coach - Level 1 - undefined

FSO - Club Coach - undefined

APSI - Level 3 -

Dylan Lewin-VanyiSki Instructor & Freestyle Coach