InstructorS

Dave Leppert is an experienced PSIA-AASI Level 2 Alpine Ski Instructor and Level 2 Senior Specialist. Dave has over 20 years of experience teaching – he has found a passion for helping people gain confidence and the ability to enjoy a lifelong sport. Dave works with beginner to intermediate skiers on Tuesdays and Thursdays. When he’s not at the mountain, you can find Dave spending time with his dogs, gardening, collecting minerals, and running his sawmill business. Ask Dave about his time working around the world as a geologist! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Sunbeam

“You don’t have to be a great skier to have fun.” – Dave Leppert

Scott Nicholas has a PSIA-AASI Level 1 Alpine teaching certification along with 6 years of experience teaching snow sports. Scott loves to make new friends and specializes in teaching adults to ski and snowboard on Monday and Tuesday nights. In his free time, you can find Scott skiing on Superior or horseback riding. Scott is also a cancer survivor.

Matt Percuoco has 16 years of experience teaching snow sports and a Level 3 PSIA-AASI teaching certification. Matt also has a Children Specialist 2 PSIA-AASI certification and specializes in children’s education. Matt enjoys teaching others how to ski at higher performance and venture to off-piste terrain. A fun fact about Matt: He has a college degree’s worth of knowledge in comedy movies!

Griffin Coleman is PSIA-AASI certified in Alpine Level 1 and Freestyle Level 1 skiing. Griffin enjoys teaching because he loves to be on the snow just as much as he loves teaching others a new skill that they can use for the rest of their lives. Griffin teaches at Bogus Basin during the day on the weekends and on most weeknights. In his free time, Griffin enjoys camping, traveling, and being outside. Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Liberty

Fun Fact about Griffin: he has 8 siblings!

Ted Dedden is a PSIA-AASI Level 1 Alpine Instructor and Senior Specialist with 35 years of experience teaching Alpine Skiing. Ted specializes in guiding new skiers through their learning progression to build confidence and introduce them to runs that they haven’t yet skied. When the ski season is over, Ted enjoys playing softball. Ask Ted about living all over the world in just 13 years!  Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Sourdough on the front side and Matchless on the back side of the mountain

“I enjoy teaching parents who want to improve their ski skills so they can keep up with their kids.  Whatever your ability is I’ll help take you to the next level!” – Ted Dedden

Kerry Kelley is a PSIA-AASI Level 1 Alpine Ski Instructor, specializing in teaching beginner and intermediate alpine skiers. One of Kerry’s favorite parts about teaching skiing is being around people who enjoy the sport and want to improve. Kerry loves to be outdoors with her friends and family, especially hiking and mountain biking. Fun Fact: Kerry has climbed all 12,000+ foot mountains in Idaho and several volcanoes in Washington! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Night Hawk

Martha Caballero is a PSIA-AASI Alpine Level 3 Instructor, Clinician, and Examiner with over 39 years of experience teaching alpine skiing. Martha loves to ski and spend time outdoors. When she’s not on the slopes, you can find Martha mountain biking, paddle boarding, and/or playing golf.  “The best part of teaching skiing is seeing the smile on someone’s face when they feel something new in their skiing.” – Martha Caballero Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Powerline

Ayden Banning has 6 years of experience teaching freestyle, snowboarding, and alpine skiing. Ayden specializes in teaching freestyle lessons and spends his summers teaching at High Cascade Freestyle Camp at Mt. Hood. No matter the discipline, Ayden loves to teach – “I mainly specialize in the stoke department. :)”

In the off-season, Ayden likes to play/teach golf, skateboard, go hammocking, and read a book outside. Fun Fact: Ayden has been on snow for at least one day every month for 19 consecutive months, aiming for 50 months total after being inspired by meeting someone who logged 64 consecutive months on the slopes! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Shakers is undoubtedly the best park we have, while Upper Nugget never ceases to amaze me with great grooming. If I want to find some hidden powder, actually never mind, sensitive information….

Kimberly Phoenix DeWit has her Alpine Level 1, Children’s Specialist 1, and Senior Specialist 1 PSIA-AASI certifications, as well as 5 years of experience teaching alpine skiing. Kimberly especially enjoys being a positive part of guests’ learning process, seeing their “A-ha!” moments, and helping anyone who wants to enjoy winter & snow by taking on a new sport! In her free time, Kimberly enjoys kayaking, gardening, and watching the night sky. Fun Fact: Kimberly also speaks Spanish!  Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Showcase & Tiger! And Wildcat… And Nighthawk & War Eagle… there are so many great places to enjoy at our local hill.

“I love working with our guests who come up here to learn! That’s already an attentive audience! Also, I love working with women who are returning to the sport after a hiatus due to life, career, kids. I myself learned to ski when I was 35; and I get the types of fear related to learning or re-learning at different ages. I also like to have fun with our youth, we play around the mountain!” – Kimberly Phoenix DeWit

Demi Harris is an AASI certified Snowboard instructor and PSIA certified Ski instructor, with 3 years of teaching experience. Demi has the ability to teach anyone from children to adults! No matter your ability or pacing, Demi specializes in making accommodations for every individual’s specific needs. When she’s not teaching, Demi likes to stay busy with lots of hobbies, including working on her home art projects. Ask Demi about her kayak expeditions in Alaska! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Power-line, Last chance, Liberty! Find me in the trees!

“It is exhilarating getting to share our mountain community and my passion for skiing and snowboarding! Plus, the views aren’t too shabby!” – Demi Harris

Patrick Brown is a PSIA-AASI Alpine Level 1 Instructor with 2 years of teaching experience. One of Patrick’s favorite parts about his job is watching the satisfaction of new skiers as they improve their skills and build their confidence! In his free time, Patrick enjoys playing soccer and tennis. Patrick is available to teach most days with an advanced lesson reservation. Ask him about his fetch-playing cat! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Tiger

Erik Christiansen is a PSIA-AASI Alpine Level 1 Instructor with 3 years of teaching experience. Erik specializes in working with beginners, and those returning to the sport after a layoff, especially from an injury or illness. One of Erik’s favorite parts about teaching is seeing people’s faces light up when they master a new skill or successfully ski new, more difficult, terrain.  In his free time, Erik enjoys hiking, running, and mountain biking. Fun Fact: Erik was a wildland firefighter for 42 years! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Corn Patch, when the snow is soft an silky!

Connor Garcia is a Junior Instructor at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, with 2 years of experience being a Chair Rider on the old Coach chairlift. One of Connor’s favorite parts about being a Junior Instructor is the tranquility that the mountains offer. Conner is also interested in computer science. Fun Fact about Connor: He’s homeschooled! Favorite Run at Bogus Basin: Lando’s Mojo