Skiing – Like Having Wings

Regardless of weather or time of year, you can put on some skis and experience the thrill of the slopes at Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre, honing your skills, getting fitter or introducing a friend or family member to the addictive world of skiing.

Whilst the sensation of skiing on fresh snow is hard to beat, Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre provides its own adrenaline rush and is a great consistent environment for learning and practicing. The techniques you use and learn on an artificial course are identical to snow and you will be well prepared for hitting the piste abroad. With increased confidence, you will spend less time on the nursery slopes, saving valuable time, energy and money in the longer term.

Tuition is provided by highly qualified instructors along with excellent modern equipment for schools, clubs, groups, families or individuals. The lesson programme is broken down into levels to help you progressively cover the skills needed to become a proficient slope user, from beginner to advanced.

Early Bird Learn to Ski Specials

ADULT LEARN TO SKI

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JUNIOR LEARN TO SKI

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PRIVATE LESSONS AND PARTNER ORGANISATIONS

Private and Small Group Lessons

Private lessons with one of our highly qualified instructors gives you a complete one to one experience. These lessons are delivered at your pace and are a popular way to learn and develop your personal skiing ability. These sessions are tailored to your own requirements, from a complete beginner or nervous intermediate, right through to the advanced skier looking to develop carved turns.

These lessons are a great option to get started, fast track progression and boost confidence. Teaching can be more intense and focused so less time on the course is needed to develop your skills.

Couples or groups of similar mixed ability are welcome provided there is not too big a gap in standards. A complete beginner with someone who has not skied for many years can be a good combination, and a nervous intermediate with a parallel skier looking to improve can also work well together on a lesson. Please call the Golf & Ski Centre or pop in to discuss if you are unsure of your level.

IINDIVIDUAL PRIVATE LESSON

COST PER HOUR – PRIVATE LESSON 1-1

PEAK (evenings, weekends & bank holidays) – £57.00 per hour

OFF PEAK (Monday -Friday 10am -6pm) – £47.00 per hour

CAN I BOOK A PRIVATE LESSON FOR MULTIPLE PARTICIPANTS?

Yes you can book a multi person Private Lesson

Extra participants can be added at an additional cost:

£10.00 extra per Junior (5-16 years)
£15.00 extra per Adult (17+ years)

If you are looking to book a lesson for multiple participants of different skill levels the lesson will be taught at the ability of the least experienced.

EDUCATIONAL AND YOUTH GROUPS

Educational & Youth Group – 1 Hour Lesson

These hourly sessions can be booked Monday- Friday 10am- 5pm, subject to availability.

Cost:

£85.50 per hour (up to 12 participants / 1 Instructor)

We recommend a minimum of three two-hour sessions to help students feel safe and in control of their skis. Obviously the more lessons they have the quicker they will improve and the more fun they will have on their holiday.

Lessons must be booked via the Golf Ski Centre 028 38326606

Educational and Youth Group Ski Lessons

SCHOOL SKI IN A DAY

Our aim is to provide the very highest standard of instruction at a reasonable cost. We have been working with a number of schools in designing a ski programme which will meet the needs of both school timetables and pupils.

In this course, you will focus on balance and posture, how to control your speed, introduction to turns and how to use the button lift. We will be with you every step of the way, from putting on a pair of skis for the first time to completing your first run on the beginner slope.

This choice is the ideal way to learn to ski in control before your first holiday to the mountains. It will save students approximately two days in ski school on the beginner slope and enable faster progression to the fun green and blue runs.

Educational & Youth Group - Ski in a Day

Educational & Youth Group – Ski in a Day

Can take place on a school day or school holiday, the choice is yours.

Time : 10:00am to 3pm (could vary during the week).

Cost:

Off Peak – Monday – Friday 10am-5pm – Contact the Golf & Ski Centre as cost will vary due to size of group.

Peak – Weekends / Bank Holidays – £71.50pp includes Lunch (must have a minimum of 24 participants)

5 Hour course includes tuition, equipment, hot lunch & breaks.

Educational and Youth Group - 1 Hour Lesson

Educational & Youth Group – 1 Hour Lesson

These hourly sessions can be booked Monday- Friday 10am- 5pm, subject to availability.

Cost:

£85.50 per hour (up to 12 participants / 1 Instructor)

Lessons must be booked via the Golf Ski Centre 028 38326606

Ski Ability NI

Ski Ability NI, is based in Craigavon Golf Ski Centre and meet every Monday night from Oct – April.

We provide ski instruction for young people with additional needs. All members receive first rate instruction from a team of dedicated, qualified instructors, led by head coach Jill Coulter Sloan. The atmosphere of the club is relaxed and fun. It is important to us that every athlete feels appreciated and has a sense of achievement at the end of each training session.

Ski Ability NI is affiliated to the Special Olympics and our members are given the opportunity to take part in race events, with the most successful being chosen to represent Ireland in the Special Winter Olympics.

Four of our athletes have participated in the Special Winter Olympics in Korea 2013 and Austria 2017. They were very successful and brought home a total of six gold, silver and bronze medals.

All tasks are structured in a way that is challenging but stress free. Patience, praise and respect for everyone guides our instruction.

Annual Subscription – £150 per child

Times

Mondays October – April

Special Olympic session – 7pm – 8pm

Ski Ability session – 8pm – 9pm

Contact Details

Glyn Williamson (Chairman) – 07876477277

Jo Best (Secretary) –

Facebook – Ski Ability NI

Twitter – @AbilitySkiNI

Ski Club of Northern Ireland - The Flyers

At the Ski Club of Northern Ireland our aims are to develop the skills of competent junior skiers with particular focus on improving technique, an introduction to and progression in slalom ski racing and most importantly, enjoyment of skiing. The club meets twice monthly from September to April and welcomes children from age 8 to 18 years. For more information, please contact Richard Wait on 07901955765.

ANNUAL FEES

One skier – £120

Two skiers – £190

Three skiers – £250

Four skiers – £300

Syllabus

All our lessons follow the same sylabus based on Snowsport’s Scotland’s Learn to Ski pathway

Ski Level 1

LEVEL 1 – I’VE NEVER SKIED BEFORE

If you’ve never put a pair of ski boots on before, you’re in safe hands! Our instructors will be with you every step of the way.

Ski Level 2

LEVEL 2 – I CAN CONTROL A SNOWPLOUGH IN A STRAIGHT LINE

If you’ve taken the first step with skiing and are now able to control a snowplough in a straight line, then Level 2 is for you

Ski Level 3

LEVEL 3 – I CAN MAKE BASIC SNOWPLOUGH TURNS

You’re well on your way to learning to ski. Our instructors will help you to continue progressing, using the button lift and perfecting your skills whilst ensuring you’re having fun every step of the way.

Ski Level 4

LEVEL 4 – I CAN CONTROL SPEED AND LINK SNOWPLOUGH TURNS

You’re gaining more control, developing posture & balance on the outside ski earlier in the turn

Pressure control – active stretching & absorption

Edge control – traverse across slope in both directions

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