CONSULTANCY

MOUNTAIN BIKE & SNOWBOARD CONSULTING SERVICES

EXPERT LEGAL REPORTS | COACHING PROGRAM DESIGN | WEBSITE DESIGN | STAFF TRAINING | ONLINE MENTORSHIP

ZEP MOUNTAIN CONSULTANCY is a product of over 50 years of combined experience in the mountain bike and snowboard industries. Our team of industry-leading professionals offer a variety of services, including expert reports, program design, operational procedures, trail design, race coaching, staff training programs, and more.

ZEP’s goal is to provide a level of service that meets the budget but exceeds the expectations of any client or company we work with. We pride ourselves on our expertise, experience and professionalism and invite you to learn more about our services and team, through this website. We hope to hear from you soon!

Paul Howard
Owner | Principle Consultant

EXPERT REPORTS

SNOWBOARD & MOUNTAIN BIKE EXPERT OPINION REPORTS

Paul Howard, owner of ZEP and Education Director at GSMBC, brings extensive experience providing expert opinion reports for a wide range of mountain bike and snowboard cases. His reports have consistently played a key role in guiding outcomes, with lawyers and organizations relying on his expertise not only in coaching and program development, but also in delivering structured, professional, and highly detailed analyses.

In his role at GSMBC, Paul is responsible for all course and mentor training content and materials, working closely with the global education team to ensure the highest standards in coach development worldwide. Combined with over 20 years of hands-on coaching, staff development, and program design experience, a BSc in Genetics, authorship of the 170+ page PMBIA Instructor Reference Guide, and numerous technical articles for Pinkbike, Paul is uniquely positioned to provide expert-level insight, clarity, and reasoning in every report. His credibility and professionalism bring measurable value to any client or organization he collaborates with.

Paul is available for expert opinion reports, on-site assessments, and trial consultations, tailored to the needs of each case.

Please enquire to discuss rates and availability.

MOUNTAIN BIKE CONSULTING SERVICES

ZEP has been at the forefront of mountain bike coaching since its inception, pioneering the first Professional Mountain Bike Instructor (PMBI) courses. Today, our legacy continues through the Global Syndicate of Mountain Bike Coaches (GSMBC), the world’s leading authority in mountain bike coach education and certification.

Our team of industry-leading professionals brings decades of experience and a deep passion for coaching, ready to tailor their expertise to your specific needs. Common consultancy services include:

  • MOUNTAIN BIKE LESSON AND PROGRAM DESIGN

    • Product Packages (lesson type, duration, location, price & variety)

    • Lesson Planning

    • Long Term Coaching Plans

    • Finding your niche and customer base

    • Building products for your community

  • MOUNTAIN BIKE SCHOOL DESIGN (lesson/rental/retail)

    • Rental and Bike School Standard Operating Procedures

    • Staff Training Programs

    • Emergency Action Plans

    • Risk Management Protocols

  • STAFF TRAINING

    • Instructor Training & Certifications

    • Professional Development Training Sessions

    • Staff Training Program Design

    • Seasonal Training Plans

    • Customer Service Training

  • COMMUNITY MTB PROGRAMMING

    • How to work with local bike clubs

    • Building the ridership in your community

    • Sponsorship Proposals, local and corporate

Please enquire to learn more about rates and availability. Once we know more about your project and specific needs we can develop an action plan, based on your budget and timeline.

SNOWBOARD CONSULTING SERVICES

ZEP’s Team have over 50 years of combined experience in the snowboard industry. Their resumes include Canadian Team Member for Interski 2015, CSIA Instructors, World Cup Boarder Cross Coaches, Whistler Blackcomb Head Trainer, CASI Level 4 instructors and evaluators, Gap Program Coaches and CASI Technical Committee Members.

Our team of industry leading professionals are ready to dedicate their expertise and passion towards your specific needs. Examples of common consultancy services include:

  • SNOW SCHOOL STAFF TRAINING

    • Instructor Training & Certifications

    • Professional Development Training Sessions

    • Staff Training Program Design

    • Seasonal Training Plans

    • Session Plans

    • Customer Service Training

    • Snow School Lesson & Program Design

    • Product Packages (lesson type, duration, location, price & variety)

    • Lesson Planning & Outlines

    • Building products for your community

  • SNOWBOARD WAX TECH & BOARD TUNING TRAINING

  • RACE PREP & COMPETITION

  • LONG TERM COACHING PLANS

Please enquire about to learn more about rates and availability. Once we know more about your project and specific needs we can develop an action plan, based on your budget and timeline.