Meet The Team

A bit of a lynch pin in the NONSTOP machine, Dave has been instrumental in shaping the character and structure of our programmes from the very beginning. He started skiing almost three decades ago and has made a career out of the ski industry, skiing and working in various resorts throughout Europe and North America. He finally settled in Fernie because of the great community, the breathtaking scenery, and in his opinion some of the best skiing in the world!

As an ex ski instructor and cat ski guide Dave's knowledge of our resorts, particularly Fernie, is second to none and he can always find the best snow. In summer he runs his white water rafting and kayaking company while planning for the next winter season as well. All in all he's a pretty busy guy but he always has a ready smile (he's not called smiley Dave for nothing) and happily shares his vast knowledge of the mountains.

Jenny is originally from the UK but spent a season in Fernie 6 years ago... and then never left!  Without a doubt, Jenny has been considered one of the locals for many years and has worked as an instructor at the ski hill for the majority of her time out in Fernie.   Luckily for us, she has now decided to join the NONSTOP ranks and we are delighted to have her on our team; Jenny's knowledge of Fernie and first hand experience and knowledge on becoming an instructor and working in a ski school will be invaluable to you during your stay.  Whilst you are on your course in Fernie, Jenny will be on hand to help answer any questions, organise your trips and of course; socialise with you!

A bit of a legend, Wendy is a Level 4 CSIA Instructor and Examiner, Level 2 Coach and a former ‘Canadian Demo Team’ member. Her skiing career started young as a racer and continued later as a coach, instructor and examiner so that she now has 25 years plus teaching experience! Her passion for skiing has seen her working across Canada from east to west into the US and 'down under'. Her philosophy in life? "Do not go where the path may lead, go where there is no path and leave a trail." Amen!

Louis is from Québec, the province where it’s winter 12 months a year! For this reason, since he was born he's skied, snowboarded, crosscountry skied and ice skated so learned gliding before walking! He's a level 4 CSIA and level 2 race coach, and is ready to share his knowledge and passion on the slopes.

With 27 years of ski instructing experience behind her Colleen is one of the most experienced instructors available. Having taught in Japan and spent three seasons in Switzerland she now lives in Fernie with her family. Colleen has been on the Rossignol Pro Team for 13 years, has been an equipment tester for Ski Canada magazine for 6 years and has been a Board Member of the CSIA for 12 years. In short, we’re lucky to have her!

Simon spent his childhood in Switzerland, living there for 20 years, being brought up on skis. After university and 15 years working in finance in London, he moved with his family to Fernie and trained with NONSTOP to become a ski instructor. Apart from being an avid skier and mountain biker, Simon helps run Fernie Search and Rescue, responding to backcountry emergencies.

Check out Simon's story here.

Terry has been teaching skiing for the past 15 years, the past decade of which has been spent in Fernie. He has his Level 3 CSIA, Level 1 CSCF and Level 1 Conductor. His passion for the sport ‘shines through’ with every session so you couldn’t be in better hands. His other "job" photography has taken him all over the country and earned him recognition as one of Canada's leading wilderness photographers. It's a tough life!

Genevieve moved to British Colombia from Quebec 10 years ago. She is a level 4 ski instructor and also an examinor for CSIA, level 2 coach and a certified mountain ski guide from the CSGA (Canadian ski guide association). Genevieve has been teaching ski for 20 years now in Canada, Australia and New Zealand. She was also a ski guide for well known Mike Wiegele Helicoter Skiing. With a passion for the mountains and skiing, part of the Nordica pro team for the last 6 years and now a mother of two, Genevieve is a fantastic member of our team!