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Snowboarding

Snowboarding is a very popular sporting holiday. You can’t just put on the correct gear and grab the latest most coolest board and hit the slopes. You will need some lessons and a professional instructor that has all the relevant certifications to teach you. Our friendly instructors are equipped with the knowledge to help you learn how to snowboard.

All lessons and open practice sessions must be pre-booked online in advance.

Snowboard Taster Lesson - 1 hour

This lesson is designed for complete beginners wanting to try out the sport.
If you are a complete beginner and you are looking at learning to snowboard then you need to book a Snowboard Lesson, not a Taster Lesson.

This lesson lasts for 1 hour, in the hour you will learn how to put your boots and snowboard on and spend approximately half an hour on the slope learning balance exercises.

Everyone participating MUST be 10 years old or above and at least a shoe 3. The lesson can be booked for up to 6 persons. You will not be joined by others. Everyone participating will be taught at the same level.

1 person £30.00

Equipment is included in the price.

Beginners Snowboard Course - 4 x 1 hour lesson

Four, one hour lessons. All lessons are mixed of children from 10 years to adults. The aim of this course is to save you two days of your holiday and should give you a certificate stating that you can stop and do falling leaf and use the button lift safely. The duration of lessons may vary depending on operational conditions and the numbers attending.

Everyone participating MUST be 10 years old or above and at least a shoe size 3, snowboarding requires strength, and youngsters under 10 years are unlikely to have the strength and stamina to board and we recommend they learn to ski first. The lesson can be booked for up to 6 persons. You will be joined by others. Everyone participating will be taught at the same level.

1 Person £130

Equipment is included in the price.

Private Snowboard Lesson - 1 hour

This lesson is designed for complete beginners, intermediate or advance snowboarders.

If you are a complete beginner and you are looking at learning to snowboard then you are likely to need at least 4 lessons.

Everyone participating MUST be 10 years old or over and at least a shoe size 3, snowboarding requires strength, and youngsters under 10 years are unlikely to have the strength and stamina to board and we recommend they learn to ski first. The lesson can be booked for up to 5 persons. You will not be joined by anyone else other than who you book for. Everyone participating will be taught at the same level.

1 person £80.00
2 persons £110.00
3 persons £140.00
4 persons £170.00
5 persons £200.00

Equipment is included in the price.

Advanced Snowboard Coaching

1.5 Hour Snowboard Session - Intermediate Snowboard Coaching

From £20.00 per person

Advanced Snowboarding Coaching: 1.5 Hours!

Take Your Snowboarding to New Heights! Join Our Advanced Coaching Session!

Ready to elevate your snowboarding skills and conquer the mountain like never before? Look no further! Our Advanced Coaching Session is designed to push your abilities to the next level.

Prerequisites: Confidence with side slips and the ability to perform independent J-turns towards the bottom of the slope.

Dynamic Warm-Up: Start with a thrilling ascent using the drag lift, followed by perfecting side slips, and mastering full turns with ease.

Master Linked Turns: Discover the art of pedalling to initiate turns and seamlessly link them together. Our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident and in control.

Unlock Upper Body Disconnect: Learn to disconnect your upper body from your lower body for enhanced agility and precision on the slopes. Feel the exhilaration as you confidently navigate the mountain while always keeping your eyes on the prize.

End of Session: Reflect on your progress and receive personalised feedback on areas for improvement.

1 person £20.00

Equipment is included in the price.

Arrival time

We make every effort to start our lessons/ sessions on time, operational conditions permitting. Please read your confirmation email carefully so you know what time you are meant to arrive for your lesson/session.

Clothing

A long sleeved top, trousers, long socks and gloves must be worn. Bring a change of clothes. Everyone must wear a helmet (provided) at all times on the slope.

Rules for the Knockhatch Ski and Snowboard Slope

All bare skin must be covered. Gloves must be worn.

Everyone must wear a helmet whilst on the slope.

All facial pierced jewellery must be removed before using the slope.

No racing is allowed. Anyone using the slope in a manner, which could cause injury to themselves or other users, will be asked to leave the slope immediately with no refund given.

No instruction other than with our own registered instructors is allowed. No one is allowed on the slope unless they are signed in at the lodge for an activity.

No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs may take part in any activity at Knockhatch. Instructors and management must be obeyed at all times.

Insurance

Knockhatch Adventure Park Limited carry £10,000,000 in public liability insurance but customers use the facilities and equipment at their own risk. The Management accepts no responsibility for injuries, accidents or damage to personal equipment. Customers should consider short term insurance cover where necessary.

Payments

Full payment is required at the time of booking. If you have to cancel for any reason and do not wish to re-schedule then we will only refund 50% of the booking. If a cancellation is made within 8 days of the lesson/session happening no refund will be given. To re-book any lesson/session regardless of when it was cancelled will cost £10 per lesson/session each time it is moved. If cancellation is due to serious illness refunds will be made on production of a doctor's certificate.