Come & take a look at the Perfect Gap staff that will be coaching & looking after you in resort.
If you would like to speak to any of the coaches call 0800 633 5575 or email:info@perfectgap.com
Chris David, PG Director & Coach
After competing on the British freestyle ski team in moguls for over 5 years Chris decided set up his first company at the age of 23. Altiude based in Verbier was his first brainchild which has grown to become the largest British run ski/snowboard school in the alps. Perfect Gap has been created as a sister company to Altitude to cater for the number of people searching for Gap Year providers & also to offer an extensive range of resorts all over the world. Chris's vision is to provide customers with a memorable gap experience leading to a qualification that will ensure all successful candidates find employment within reputable snowsport school after the course. When not on the hill Chris enjoys flying, scuba diving, golf & watching ice hockey.
Andy David, PG Director & Coach
Andy David is a former member of the British Freestyle Ski Team and British Champion of 2002 and 2003. Following 6 years of competing in moguls on the Europa and Continental Cup tours he now still trains and competes but in Big Mountain events. When not training or competing Andy now focuses his time and effort into training other instructors. With natural flare and a strong technical coaching approach he is guaranteed to inspire and develop change in your confidence and ability.
" I am very excited at the prospect of working on this new and exciting programme and with such a dynamic and driven young team"
Ross Martin, PG Director & Coach
Ross started skiing at the dry slope in Chatham, aged 8. Ross quickly developed a love for racing & has competed for many years. He then turned his attention to the coaching side & has progressed through both the British & Canadian systems. He currently holds the ISIA stamp & has been instructing in Verbier, Switzerland for the last four years. When not coaching Ross can be found playing in the deep powder fields of the Alps enjoying his other passion, photography. His two passions link well together & he has had many photos published in skiing magazines across Europe.
To see some of Ross's work view www.rgmphoto.co.uk
Amy Dawson, PG Director & Office Manager
With a background in communication and public relations, Amy has been the Senior Office Manager of Altitude Snowsport School in Verbier, Switzerland since 2003. She has used her skills in sales and customer service to help the ski school grow rapidly in the past few years and is now applying her experience to Perfect Gap.
Amy will be on hand in the UK (Summer) and Swiss (Winter) offices to answer your queries and offer advice to anyone interested in a Perfect Gap experience.
Moray Stewart, Coach in Whistler Blackcomb
Moray’s skiing career started on the slopes of Glenshee, Scotland aged 8, and was a keen racer both on snow and dry mat till age of 18.. He started his teaching career at Whistler/Blackcomb Mountains where he spent his first 5 winters working for various ski programs. He’s also spent a season in NZ and for the last 3 winters has been working for Altitude Snowsports School in Verbier, teaching all levels including Atltitude Extreme Coaching clinics and various instructor training. He has a passionate approach to skiing at any level but given the chance on a day off would happily rip it up with the best of them, powder, bumps, trees whatever looks good. In the summer he can be found down hill mountain biking in Verbier. He is stoked to be heading back to Whistler to manage the Perfect Gap and share his wealth of experience.
Dougie Cleland, Coach in Val d'isere
Dougie began skiing in Aviemore, Scotland, aged 5! After racing at University, he moved into the coaching side and qualified as BASI 1 (ISTD) in 2001. Since then, Dougie has worked for a number of ski schools in the Alps before settling down in Val d’Isère, where he has worked for The Development Centre for 4 years. A BASI Trainer for 4 years, Dougie specializes in high level instructor training, as well as being heavily involved in preparing British instructors for the tough Eurotest Giant Slalom race. When not coaching on the hill, Dougie has a passion for skiing the bottomless powder in the Le Fornet trees whenever the conditions allow. Once the summer comes around, you can usually find him working his way up the Alpine cols on his bike.
