Learn to ski course
Perfect gift for someone special, treat yourself or do something together as a family.
This is a true zero to hero course. Everything's included to get you from complete beginner to competent skier.*
LEARN TO SKI PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- FREE Try Skiing session worth £38
- FOUR two-hour group ski lessons worth £196
- FREE repeat lesson worth £49
- 50% OFF any extra lessons if needed save £££
- FREE ski, boots and helmet hire
- FREE 2 hour slope pass worth up to £32
- FREE Mendip Ski Club session worth £25
- FREE Ski with an instructor session worth up to £32
- £100 DISCOUNT on an annual slope pass
- Small group sizes
- Book online 24/7
- Valid for 18 months.
* It is sometimes necessary to repeat lessons to reach the required level to move onto the next stage. One Free repeat is included in your course voucher and any further repeats required are discounted by 50%.
HOW TO REDEEM YOUR VOUCHER
1: Add this voucher to your basket and checkout
2: Book your first lesson on our website by heading to https://mendip.me/book/ski-course/ 3: At checkout enter your voucher codes
COURSE CONTENT
TRY SKIING: A fun introduction session to get a feel for skis on your feet and getting on the slope for the first time with fun games and challenges.
1 STAR: Your instructor will introduce the equipment and help you get kitted up safely. A short warm up will help you get used to your skis and loosen your muscles. You will soon be side stepping up the slope to try your first few gentle, short descents.
2 STAR: Kit up and warm up. A brief recap of the previous lessons then we will introduce turning in both directions, speed control whilst turning, edge control.
3 STAR: Kit up and warm up. A brief recap of the previous lessons then we'll cover skiing on varied terrain, correct body positioning and weight changes and selecting and skiing a safe route.
4 STAR: Kit up, warm up and recap. Once you are linking your turns confidently, we'll progress onto parallel turns. Complete this lesson and you'll be able to use our slope to practice independently!
Once you have completed all your lessons you can take full advantage of all your course extras!
FAQ's
Something comfy! You definitely don't need anything special and we strongly advise against salopettes and proper ski jackets! A pair of joggers or leggings are ideal as they give you plenty of movement (avoid jeans whenever possible) and loose layers that will keep you warm but that you can easily remove if you start getting warm. If it's raining, we'll still go ahead with lessons so a set of waterproofs is always a good idea.
As long as you are warm and comfortable, have your legs and arms covered, and you have a pair of gloves, you are good to go!
Once you have chosen between learning to ski or snowboard, purchase your chosen course voucher.
You will receive an email with 7 sets of Voucher and Security codes - these are your passes to each lesson on the course. You can use them to book the corresponding lesson online.
We recommend starting out by booking the Try Skiing or Try Snowboarding followed by the 1 Star lesson. After these lessons, we strongly recommend booking your lessons as you go.
Our easy online booking system means that you have full control over when you choose to have lessons and can make a plan that suits you. Lessons are available across evenings, weekends and daytimes, all year round. Click here to view availability and book online.
When it comes to your first lesson, try and arrive 10 minutes before the start time. There is a medical declaration that we will need you to complete. Kitting up and de-kitting is included in the lesson time. This will get quicker with each lesson.
Once you have completed your Try lesson and 1 Star, continue to book your Star lessons. It is sometimes necessary to have a second attempt at a lesson to nail all of the skills required to move onto the next level. This is normal, everyone learns at different speeds. Your course voucher includes one set of codes for a Free Repeat. If you need further repeat lessons, your course voucher entitles you to a 50% discount on these. The first 50% discount code is included in your voucher codes (for vouchers purchased after November 2024). If your voucher was purchased earlier, or you need further repeats, please email the team on hello@mendip.co.uk and they will be able to send across a unique code for you.
Once you have completed your 4 star lesson, you have completed the course and you are able to ski independently. We call this 'recreational standard'.
There are a host of FREE extras to take advantage of including:
- -a FREE 2 hour slope pass
- -a FREE Ski With An Instructor session- informal, drop in sessions designed as a recreational ski with an expert instructor also skiing the slope with you
- -a FREE Mendip Ski Club session; takes place Thursday evenings. Adults and Junior sessions available
- -£100 OFF an Annual Slope Pass
Once you have completed the course, you will receive an email with voucher codes allowing you to book onto the course extras. If you don't receive this email within a few days, get in touch!
