Adult & Junior
Ski Lessons
What level are you?
Location: Nursery Slope
Become familiar with the ski equipment: Learn how to walk and slide on a flat surface.
Progression to walking and sliding down a slope: Able to side step up our teaching slope and slide back down.
Awareness of the ski code: Learn the basics behind the ski code.
Location: Nursery Slope
Snowplough glide: Be able to glide down the slope slowly using a Snowplough to control their speed.
Snowplough brake: Be able to stop halfway down the slope using the Snowplough.
Straight run to snowplough stop: Be able to do straight skis down the hill and bring themselves to a stop using a Snowplough.
Location: Nursery Slope
Snowplough turning exercises: Be able to do small direction changes on the way down the slope staying in the Snowplough.
Snowplough turn in and out of the fall line: Be able to do controlled turns in both directions maintain control using a Snowplough.
Use of lift: Be able to use drag lift unaided.
Location: Nursery Slope
Linked snowplough turns: Cover the basics of turning using a snowplough
Linked plough turns — varied radius & control of speed: Be able to control plough turns and change them based on the terrain steepness.
Location: Nursery and Main Slope
Basic plough parallel: Ploughing around the corner and matching skis after the fall-line.
Plough parallel: Progressively matching skis earlier in the fall-line.
Location: Main Slope
Basic parallel turn: Be able to perform controlled S-shape turns down the slope with lots of skid keeping the skis parallel throughout the turn.
Parallel turns — long radius: Be able to perform wide controlled parallel turns using the entire slope, whilst still maintaining control of speed.
Location: Main Slope
Parallel turns — short radius: Be able to perform parallel turns down a narrow run whilst still maintaining control.
Carving: Be able to hold a carving motion down the slope by using the edge of the skis.
Ski Open Practice
Open practice is recreational use of the slope, without tuition. It’s available to experienced skiers and boarders in 1.5 hour sessions.
(Ages 4+). Usually available at anytime during our opening hours, however sometimes the slope may be closed to recreational users in the event that it is privately booked or there is a race event on. For the enjoyment and safety of all of our customers, anyone wishing to enjoy the slope without tuition must be an experienced slope user who meets our minimum skill levels. Therefore, you must be at Level 4 standard for skiing or Level C standard for snowboarding to use the slopes without supervision.
We have a misting system on the Main Slope so there’s no reason not to Ski or Board over the summer months!
Equipment hire included in our Open Practice slots.
Ski Open Practice
Open practice is recreational use of the slope, without tuition. It’s available to experienced skiers and boarders in 1.5 hour sessions.
(Ages 4+). Usually available at anytime during our opening hours, however sometimes the slope may be closed to recreational users in the event that it is privately booked or there is a race event on. For the enjoyment and safety of all of our customers, anyone wishing to enjoy the slope without tuition must be an experienced slope user who meets our minimum skill levels. Therefore, you must be at Level 4 standard for skiing or Level C standard for snowboarding to use the slopes without supervision.
We have a misting system on the Main Slope so there’s no reason not to Ski or Board over the summer months!
Equipment hire included in our Open Practice slots.
Adult & Junior Group Ski Lessons
Our group lesson timetable enables you to progress through our structured skill level system with other participants of the same ability.
There are a maximum of 12 participants in each group lesson. A beginner lesson is 1 Hour. Following lessons are 1.5 hours. We ask that you arrive 30 minutes prior to your lesson start time to be kitted up. The lesson length includes de-kit and de-brief time at the end. To be eligible for Open Practice, a beginner would need to complete Level 4 on the Nursery Slope. As everyone progresses at a different pace, it is possible certain lessons may need to be repeated. Please call 01283 890090 to book or click below to book online.
Multi-lesson deals are currently only available over the phone. For more information please call us on 01283 890089
Tots Group Ski Lessons
Our group lesson timetable for Tots aged 4-7, enables your child to progress through our structured skill level system with other participants of the same ability.
There are a maximum of 4 pupils on lessons up to level 3, a maximum of 6 pupils on level 4 lessons and a maximum of 7 pupils on level 5 lessons. We ask you arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the lesson start time to be kitted up, the lesson length includes time to de-kit and debrief at the end.
Multi-lesson deals are currently only available over the phone. For more information please call us on 01283 890089
Private Ski Lessons
Private lessons are a good form of learning for those that wish to progress quickly or just want a re-assessment of their ability.
More than one person can take part in a private lesson we just ask that the participants are at the same skill level. Lessons are 1 Hour, including kit, de-kit and de-brief time, (approximately 50 mins slope time). Shorter 30 minutes lessons are available for Tots skiers (4 – 7 years). There is a minimum age limit of 3 years for skiing on private lessons.
Multi-lesson deals are currently only available over the phone. For more information please call us on 01283 890089
Club Nights
If you can already ski our Friday evening Club Nights are perfect for improving your technique in a fun and relaxed social setting with our experienced coaches on hand to guide your development.
Friday evenings 6pm — 9pm. Minimum age 8 years.
For skiers Level 4 and above.
For more information please call us on 01283 890089
Ski Day Courses
Get ready for your ski holiday or learn a new skill and cover the basics of skiing in just one day!
Perfect for those with limited time or who live some distance from our slopes. The course aims to take you from a complete beginner to open practice standard in a day and covers all the elements included in our level 1-4 lessons, enabling you to link turns and control your direction and speed. All our day courses have a maximum of 8 participants ensuring you get plenty of individual coaching and are designed for all ages from 12 years upwards.
Our Day Courses are on alternate Sundays from the end of October through to March and include a hot lunch and breaks for refreshments and drinks, welcome and de-brief. Also included in the cost of the course is one free open practice ski session.
Please call us on 01283 890089 for available dates and to book.
A typical day would be as follows:
9:30 — Arrival and welcome
9:45 — Equipment allocation
10:15 — Skiing
12:30 — Lunch
13:15 — Skiing
14:30 — Afternoon break
15:00 — Skiing
16:00 — Course debrief
16:30 — Finish
| 9:30 – Arrival and welcome | 9:45 – Equipment allocation | 10:15 – Skiing |
| 12:30 – Lunch | 13:15 – Skiing | 14:30 – Afternoon break |
| 15:00 – Skiing | 16:00 – Course debrief | 16:30 – Finish |
Please note a reasonable level of fitness is required to ski all day. We also offer group individual lessons and private lessons. Whilst the aim of the day is to reach our level 4 standard and be eligible for open practice sessions, some people may need a further lesson to attain this level.
Passed level 4? Let us guide your next steps on your journey to becoming the skier you want to be. As well as the individual group level 5 lessons already in our programme why not take a look at our dedicated development courses…. Coming soon!!
Questions & Answers
What should I wear?
To take part in a ski or snowboard lesson you must have long sleeves, long trousers and gloves. If it is hot weather then leggings/tracksuit bottoms and long-sleeved t-shirts are perfectly fine to wear.
Can I bring my own equipment?
You can indeed. However due to the nature of dry slope skiing and snowboarding wear and tear is increased so we recommend that you save your kit for the mountains and use ours on the mats.
Do I need to wear a helmet?
Helmets are optional at the slope, however if you are taking part in freestyle or race clubs then a helmet is a must. We do not provide helmets.
What is the minimum age for skiing/snowboarding?
We can take children as young as 3 years and up for skiing and children from 9 years and up for snowboarding.
How early should I arrive for my lesson?
We ask that you arrive 30 minutes before the lesson start time to allow sufficient time to check in at reception and be issued with your equipment. Late arrivals may not be permitted to join the session.
How old do you have to be to take part?
Toboggan: Minimum age 4yrs (4-7 must ride with an adult 16+ with the adult being in control at all times).
Sno-Tubing and Drop Slide: We can take children from 4 years of age upwards.
What surface do you have?
We use PERMA-SNOW on our nursery slope. This provides a great learning surface for skiers and snowboarders before progressing to our main slope which is a SkiTech Diamond Mat Surface.
What are the major differences between a snow and a dry slope?
Despite what level of skier or boarder you may be on snow, on a dry slope you will start at a level lower. On snow you can get away with minor flaws in your technique, whereas on a dry slope you cannot. A snow surface is a lot faster and easier. The snow building up under your skis or board, along with the reduced friction can help you make the turn or the stop, whereas on dry slopes you have to turn the ski and edge the board using technique, which may take some time to get used to if you have only ever skied on snow.