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FWT Region 1 coaches certification test - Level 1

Welcome, Welcome, Welcome! This test is your first step toward becoming a certified Freeride World Tour (FWT) Coach. This isn't a test of your riding skills—it’s an evaluation of your readiness to lead with safety, integrity, and an understanding of the sport.
As you move through this assessment, we’ll test your knowledge of FWT rules, your ability to navigate key ethical considerations, and your familiarity with essential administrative processes. Passing this test grants you the Level 1 license, certifying you as a coach ready to accompany the next generation of freeride athletes.
As a certified FWT Coach you benefit from:
- discounted ski passes if available
- be among the first to be informed about specific workshops around FWT

Disclaimer

The aim of the Level 1 Coaches Program is to establish a foundational standard for all coaches and to ensure a common understanding of the rulebooks as well as the registration process.

This certificate does not, however, certify or endorse the coach's expertise, competency, or knowledge regarding mountain safety, avalanche assessment, off-piste navigation, or any related snow-sport safety protocols.

Coaches and participants are solely responsible for ensuring they possess the necessary, verified, and appropriate safety training and knowledge for any activities undertaken in mountainous or high-risk environments.

The Freeride World Tour (FWT) is not responsible and assumes no liability for any injuries, accidents, damages, or incidents related to mountain safety or lack thereof, which may occur during any training or personal activity.

About this test

This assessment consists of 21 single-choice questions. To earn full credit for each question, you must select all the correct answers and none of the incorrect ones. There is no penalty for an incorrect selection; however, if you miss a correct answer or select an incorrect one, you will receive zero points for that question. To pass the test, 16 out of 21 questions must be answered correctly.
A fee of €10 is required to process your certification and issue your digital license for the 2026 season.
You will find all the information in the FWT Rulebook on our website, feel free to use it during the test.