Eric Rolls » Discipline Managers

The Discipline Managers are responsible for building and maintaining the curriculum of events and assessments that we offer in each of our Disciplines. They also manage the DECL teams which run those events.

Eric Rolls

Snowboard Education Manager

Biography

How did you get your start in this career field? I applied for a job at a small Ski Area after being in a job that I didn’t enjoy.

What inspired you to pursue the career you have today? My dad always encouraged me to “do what you love”.

What’s something you’ve always wanted to try but haven’t yet? Helicoptor backcountry snowboarding adventures.

What surprised you most about working in this industry? That I am actually a nerd about something- Snowsports Instruction.

What lesson are you most grateful for learning? People learn in different ways. If you can flex your communication style to their preferences, you can teach anyone.

Please list your hidden talent(s): Whitewater canoeing, rafting, playing the drums, and gardening.

Notes

Home Resort: Canyons, UT

“I am very passionate about promoting fun and connection with others through creativity on snow. I thrive from learning and collecting information so I can use it for good, not evil.”

Snowboard DECL
AASI L3
PSIA L1
USSA Coach L300
PSIA/AASI Children Specialist 2
PSIA/AASI Freestyle Specialist 2
AASI National Team, Terms-2008-2012 & 2012-2016
NOLS/WMI Wilderness First Responder
Canyons Resort Training Manager