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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.

ADULTS AGED 17+ YEARS – SKI LESSONS & COURSES

TWO HOUR GROUP LESSONS FOR ADULTS AGED 17+ YEARS

Levels 1/2/3 –  2 Hour Course – Suitable for participants aged 17+ years.

Each level is a separate two-hour lesson, completed in one night.

LEVEL 1 – I’VE NEVER SKIED BEFORE

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

LEVEL 3 – I CAN MAKE BASIC SNOWPLOUGH TURNS

Each 2  hour group lesson will cost £30.00 per person.

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LEARN TO SKI IN A DAY FOR ADULTS AGED 17+ YEARS

Learn to Ski in a Day – 6 Hour Course (10am – 4pm) – Age 17+ years – Complete Beginner Level

An intense but fun day, taking you from beginner to skier! The day lesson is a group session (max 24),  covering beginner levels 1-3. The total cost of the course is £90.00 and includes tuition, ski equipment (boots & skis) lunch and refreshment breaks.

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.

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This lesson is the ideal choice if you are keen to learn to ski as quickly as possible and perfect if you’re about to jet off for your first holiday to the mountains.

KIDS, JUNIORS  & TEENS AGED 5-16 YEARS – SKI LESSONS AND COURSES

PENGUINS SKI COURSE - KIDS AGED 5-8 YEARS

The Penguins Ski Course – Suitable for kids aged between 5 – 8 years old.

This season we have introduced beginner courses for children to our snowsports programme

The ski courses are  fun and informal coaching sessions for children who want to learn to ski. Each course will consist of four one hour lessons. Courses dates not transferable so you need to be able to commit to all four dates listed below. Each four hour course costs £60.00 per child.

Lesson plan: 

  • Equipment introduction (boots + skis)
  • Moving in skis
  • Side stepping
  • Straight running
  • Snow plough
  • Introduction to ski lift

 

Course 1 – November 2023

Tuesday 07th November 2023 6:30pm
Saturday 11th November 2023 10am
Tuesday 14th November 2023 6:30pm
Saturday 18th November 2023 10am

 

Course 2 – January 2024

Tuesday 09th January 2024 6:30pm
Saturday 13th January 2024 10am
Tuesday 16th January 2024 6:30pm
Saturday 20th January 2024 10am

FULLY BOOKED

ONE HOUR SKI TASTER SESSION - KIDS AGED 5-8 YEARS

Kids Ski Taster Session – Duration 1 Hour – Complete Beginner Level – Suitable for children aged 5-8 years old.

The Kids Ski Taster Session is an introduction to Skiing. This lesson offers your child the chance to try our basic ski lesson plan and is the perfect starting point to get a feel for the sport.

Cost is £15.00pp and includes tuition and ski equipment (Boots + Skis).

ALPINE SKI COURSE - JUNIORS AGED 9-12 YEARS

Alpine Ski Course – Suitable for juniors aged between 9 – 12 years old.

This season we have introduced beginner courses for children to our snowsports programme.

The ski courses are  fun and informal coaching sessions for children who want to learn to ski. Each course will consist of four one hour lessons. Courses dates not transferable so you need to be able to commit to all four dates listed below. Each four hour course costs £60.00 per child.

Lesson plan: 

  • Equipment introduction (boots + skis)
  • Moving in skis
  • Side stepping
  • Straight running
  • Snow plough
  • Introduction to ski lift

 

Course 1 – November 2023

Tuesday 07th November 2023 6:30pm
Saturday 11th November 2023 10am
Tuesday 14th November 2023 6:30pm
Saturday 18th November 2023 10am

 

Course 2 – January 2024

Tuesday 09th January 2024 6:30pm
Saturday 13th January 2024 10am
Tuesday 16th January 2024 6:30pm
Saturday 20th January 2024 10am

ONE HOUR SKI TASTER SESSION - JUNIORS & TEENS AGED 9-16 YEARS

Junior & Teens Ski Taster Session – Duration 1 Hour – Complete Beginner Level – Suitable for participants aged 9-16 years old.

The Kids Ski Taster Session is an introduction to Skiing. This lesson offers your child the chance to try our basic ski lesson plan and is the perfect starting point to get a feel for the sport.

Cost is £15.00pp and includes tuition and ski equipment (Boots + Skis).

TWO HOUR GROUP LESSON FOR JUNIORS & TEENS AGED 11-16 YEARS

Level 1 Ski Lesson – 2 Hour Session – Suitable for participants aged 11-16 years old – Complete Beginner Level.

Lesson Plan:

  • Introduction of equipment
  • Introduction to ski way code
  • Walking on flat
  • Exercises for balance on flat
  • Side stepping
  • Straight running (schussing)
  • Introduction of plough

Cost is £25.00pp and includes tuition and ski equipment (Boots + Skis).

LEARN TO SKI IN A DAY FOR JUNIORS & TEENS AGED 11-16 YEARS

Junior Learn to Ski in a Day – 5 Hour Course (10am – 3pm) – Suitable for participants aged 11-16 years old – Complete Beginner Level.

The ‘Junior Ski in a Day’ courses are fun packed days, tailored specifically to suit the needs of juniors aged 11 to 16 years. This is an ideal way to give your child an introduction to skiing before school ski trips and doubles as the perfect Christmas gift.

Each course includes supervision and tuition from a fully qualified Golf & Ski Centre instructor, hot lunch and refreshments.

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

Cost £70.00pp

PRIVATE LESSONS - CONCESSION AGE 5-16 YEARS

Private one to one lessons are the fastest and most popular way to learn new or improve existing snowsports skills with our experienced instructors, who will cater for your individual requirements.

Cost dependent on peak/off peak times and number of participants :

Concession –  PEAK (evenings, weekends & bank holidays) – £46.00 per hour

Concession – OFF PEAK (Monday -Friday 10am -6pm) – £36.00 per hour

Extra participants can be added at an additional cost:

  • £7.50 extra per Concession (5-16 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.

Lessons must be booked via the Golf Ski Centre 028 38326606

Skiing at Craigavon Golf & Ski

RECREATIONAL SNOWSPORTS – SKIING & SNOWBOARDING

OPEN PRACTICE

Pre-pay online booking: Adult £12.00, Junior £8.00

Pay on the day: PRE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL ONLINE BOOKINGS ONLY

Open practice is available for experienced skiers and boarders to use our main slope, without tuition. Sessions last two hours.

Thursday – 7:30pm-9:30pm 

Saturday – 3pm-5pm 

For the enjoyment and safety of all of our customers, anyone wishing to enjoy the main slope without tuition must be an experienced slope user who meets our minimum skill level. Therefore, you must be able to use the lifts, control your speed and direction, perform controlled linked turns and be able to fit your boots correctly.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RECREATION SNOWSPORT SESSIONS

It is essential that those who wish to participate in recreation snowsport sessions meet the minimum standard in their chosen activity:

Be able to confidently use the ski tow

Be able to control speed and direction from the first get off point of the ski tow.

Be able to stop confidently

Be able to perform control linked turns.

Failure to meet the minimum requirements or any person found to be skiing or snowboarding dangerously will be asked to leave the slope without a refund.

PRIVATE LESSONS AND PARTNER ORGANISATIONS

Skiing at Craigavon Golf & Ski

One-to-one lessons or small group lessons, delivered at your pace and with a personal touch 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 or boarded 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 or pop in to discuss if you are unsure of your level.

IINDIVIDUAL PRIVATE LESSON

Private one to one lessons are the fastest and most popular way to gain ski experience or improve your skills with our experienced instructors, who will cater for your individual requirements.

Cost:

Concession (16 and under)

PEAK (evenings, weekends & bank holidays) – £46.00 per hour

OFF PEAK (Monday -Friday 10am -6pm) – £36.00 per hour

Adult (17+ years old)

PEAK (evenings, weekends & bank holidays) – £56.00 per hour

OFF PEAK (Monday -Friday 10am -6pm) – £46.00 per hour

Lessons must be booked via the Golf Ski Centre 028 38326606

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:

  • £7.50 extra per Concession
  • £12.50 extra per Adult

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.

Lessons must be booked via the Golf Ski Centre 028 38326606

EDUCATIONAL AND YOUTH GROUPS

Educational & Youth Group – 1 Hour Lesson

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

Cost:

  • £84.00 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

SCHOOL SKI IN A DAY

Skiing at Craigavon Golf & Ski

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  – £70.00pp  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:

  • £84.00 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

Skiing at Craigavon Golf & Ski

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

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

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

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