Chris Skinner- Davos Ski and Snowboard instructor

NICKNAME: Magic

Real Name: Christopher Skinner

AKA: ‘A Kung-Fu Master’

In 29 years Magic has worked the 4 corners of the globe and along the way picked up some pretty useful skills. From kite surfing in the Atlantic and diving in the Maldives to surfing in Cornwall and Skiing in Canada Magic has made extreme sports his life. So at Synergy we’re happy that he’s decided to wrap these skills up and make teaching you to Ski and board a treat not to be missed!

After a summer of surf coaching and recently completing his ISIA on his snowboard Chris is looking forward to another insane season shredding Davos (“I think EPIC is more descriptive!” – Donnie) and showing people just how well he knows them there hills! Whether it’s dropping into ‘our’ super pipe on a board or taking to the back coutry on ski’s Chris’s wealth of knowledge and unbridled enthusiasm will ensure your Synergy trip will not be forgotten in a hurry. Oh, and if your legs feel a bit sore ask him for a massage, he’s qualified to do that as well!

Read his BLOG HERE

Qualifications:

  • BASI Snowboard ISIA Teacher
  • CASI Level 2 Snowboard instructor
  • PSIA Level 1 Ski Coach
  • Level 3 Mountain Safety Leader
  • Level 3 Diploma in sports physiology
  • NARS Lifeguard Certified
  • BSA Level 1 Surf Coach
Magic with a map! hmm

Magic with a map! hmm

Chris in Jakobshorns Super Pipe

Chris in Jakobshorns Super Pipe