Bostjan Brzin, former professional ski jumper turned NYC entrepreneur

I grew up on snow — skis, snowboards, and ski jumps were part of my life from the very beginning. I started ski jumping at the age of six and went on to compete as a professional ski jumper on the Slovenian National Team for over 10 years, participating in the World Cup series for 8 consecutive seasons. Even now, after more than 40+ years on snow, I still manage to get over 100 days per season on the slopes while living in New York City.

After retiring from professional ski jumping, my focus shifted toward backcountry skiing and snowboarding. I hold Trainer Level 3+ ISIA certificates (since 2004) and AIARE Avalanche Certifications. Over the years, I’ve led countless expeditions as a “Big Mountain Guide,” exploring and guiding in places such as:
Valdez and the Chugach Mountains (Alaska Heliskiing), Mont Blanc (Aiguille du Midi), Chopicalqui (20,846 ft), K2 base regions, the Dolomites, Tatry, Kamchatka, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, Hakuba Japan, British Columbia (Canada), Jackson Hole, Squaw Valley, Colorado, Utah, Switzerland, France, Austria, and of course, the Slovenian Alps.

In 2007, after years of teaching children how to ski and snowboard around the world, I founded ProSkiSchool, a professional ski academy in Slovenia. Together with Vanja Matijevec, one of Slovenia’s most respected ski coaches and former Head Alpine Coach for the Austrian, Slovenian, and Japanese National Teams, we developed a unique 5-step teaching method that’s now implemented in ski resorts across Europe, Japan, Colorado, Utah, and Lake Tahoe.

Vanja and I also completed a 12-day Himalayan expedition in 2006 on the Tibet/Nepal border, skiing and snowboarding down from Shishapangma Central Summit (26,289 ft). That journey — and the years of teaching that followed — shaped the foundation of my philosophy:

“Respect the mountain first.”

At NBW (No Bad Weather), these values are at the heart of everything we do. Our approach is holistic — not just about learning to ski or snowboard, but about embracing the lifestyle, developing resilience, and finding joy in the elements.

Skiing and snowboarding have always been central in my life, but my passion for the mountains naturally led me to mountain biking. I always needed a reason to hike or climb to the top — in winter to ski or ride down, and in summer, to bike down. That evolved into becoming a Level 3 Mountain Bike Instructor and Guide in Europe and earning the globally recognized PMBI (Professional Mountain Bike Instructor) certification in Whistler, Canada.

Today, I serve as the Founder of NBW, leading our on-snow programs and working alongside local experts — many of whom became close friends after years of sharing the lineup during our cold-water surf sessions in Rockaways / New York. Together, we bring a world-class and authentic mountain experience to kids growing up in the city.

My expectations are high, simply because that’s how I was raised — always to aim higher and keep improving. I want NBW kids to progress, stay motivated, and grow not only as athletes but as people who truly respect the mountain and each other. I’m grateful to have a community of parents who understand and share this philosophy.

That’s why I apologize in advance if some inquiries don’t align with our approach — I prefer to keep the program at a high level, focused on quality, progress, and good vibes only.

Here you can find more about my career experiences.