Intensive, multi-level ice carving instruction is available. Over the past 30 years, Paul Germain has developed, researched, and perfected the "best of the best" design and ice carving techniques from his own experience - and from around the world! Condensed into comprehensive training formats, each program includes dynamic, hands-on, intensive training in the art of ice carving.

This instructional program is available year-round.

Features Private, Highly Interactive Instruction

The most important and innovative techniques of professional ice carving have been condensed into a single 10 hour program. Due to the fast-paced intensity of this custom program, it is best suited for private instruction of students who are capable of optimum concentration and physical stamina. Our unique program includes hands-on training in many of the highly specialized, "secret ice carving techniques" developed throughout Paul's 25 years of experience in the ice sculpting industry.

The AICD Associate Ice Carver Program is designed to teach a broad range of ice carving skills and technologies needed for beginning ice carvers. As with our other programs, ice carving instruction includes hands-on experience with many of the celebrated techniques used by professional ice sculptors around the world today.

Each graduate will receive an embossed "Associate Ice Carver Program" certificate.

Location, Travel Assistance, Accomodations
Note: AICD can also provide training anywhere in the world

One Full Day (10 hours) of Private Instruction - $1,695
Our private, one-on-one instruction is available for highly motivated ice carvers who want to advance at a rate that is optimum for their learning style, skill, and level of experience. Private instruction is adapted to suit the individual carver's needs.

Tuition includes the use of all equipment, materials, 20 ice carving books, computer, 900 lbs. (3 blocks) of crystal clear Clinebell ice blocks, and many other resources.


Note: All tools, ice, artwork, resources, and supplies used for instructional purposes are considered the property of AICD and are to remain at the AICD facility. AICD reserves the sole right to discard, donate, or raise funds for any ice sculpture completed through its courses of instruction.

Culinary Student Discounts, ACF/PCA Discounts, and sponsored Memberships in NICA are also available. See below for detailed information.

AICD Registration Form

We encourage and honor membership in the National Ice Carving Association (NICA). When you have a written recommendation from a NICA representative, AICD will sponsor and pay for a Student/Carver Membership in NICA for one full year upon successful completion of the AICD Master Ice Carving Program or the AICD Professional Ice Carver Program.

Special Scholarships and Discounts

We also encourage and honor membership in the American Culinary Federation (ACF), and the Professional Chef's Association (PCA), as well as other organizations committed to the promotion of ice carving in the hospitality and culinary insdustries.

When you recieve a written recommendation from a representative of the American Culinary Federation, Professional Chef's Association, or other professional culinary association, a 10% Scholarship for tuition is available for the Master Ice Carver Program and the Professional Ice Carver Program at AICD. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with other scholarships or discounts.

A Culinary Student Scholarship of 10% for tuition is available for the Master Ice Carver Program and the Professional Ice Carver Program at AICD. This scholarship is available for carvers who recieve a written recommendation from a representative of one of the schools on our Top 65 Culinary Schools list. This scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with other scholarships or discounts.

Discounts for enrollment in two or more levels - AICD offers a 10% discount for pre-paid enrollment in two or more levels of its Master Ice Carver Program. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or scholarships.