We run lessons throughout the week at evenings, weekends and in the daytime. We are constantly reviewing the demand and will always try and flex our schedule to get certain levels in if required.

You have full control over booking your lessons with our online booking system. Click here to view availability and book online.

Feel free to have a scroll through our calendar before purchasing a snowsport course, we are sure there will be lessons at times that suit you, whatever your schedule!

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!

After you have bought the course you will receive a set of Voucher Codes and Security Codes. Each lesson has a different code attached to it. Use these codes when booking 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.

Whether you're planning a snowboarding holiday, looking to learn a new skill or want to find a new way to spend time with friends and family whilst in the Great Outdoors, this snowboard course is for you!

Designed to take you from complete beginner to competent snowboarder in just 5 lessons, our snowboard course has everything you need to build your confidence and practice your skills so that you're looking great on the slopes in no time.

This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 8. Snowboarders must also have at least a size 2 shoe and be at least 1.2m tall. 

Once you have completed your 4 star snowboard lesson, you have completed our course! This means you are now ready to board on our slope without an instructor present. We call this 'recreational snowboarding' and to get you started we include a FREE 2 hour slope pass to come and use the slope as a Recreational snowboarder whenever you like! This is a great way to practice your skills and find your style as a solo snowboarder.

If you enjoy your time on the slope, we also offer annual passes which allow you to come and use the slope as a recreational snowboarder whenever the slope is open! There are no hidden costs and your equipment hire is all still included for every visit. Another benefit of your course is that, if you choose to purchase an annual pass, you get a £100 discount, making it unbeatable value for a full year of unlimited snowboarding!

To keep you improving, we also include an informal, drop in session designed as a recreational snowboard with an expert instructor also boarding on the slope with you! Receive extra pointers and advice in an informal setting at a Snowboard with the Instructor session. Try out your first session for free, included in your course voucher.   

Once you have completed the course, you will receive an email with your voucher codes allowing you to book at no cost! 

The actual content of each session can be found by clicking on the individual sessions on our activity planner. 

In terms of the timings of each session, here is a rough breakdown...

-You are asked to arrive at least 10 minutes before the start of your session so that you can fill in any relevant paperwork, make sure you are wearing the correct clothing, and head into the kit room ready for the instructor.

-Kitting up and de-kitting time is included in the lesson as it is an important part of the learning process. You will be taught how to kit yourselves up safely, and how to remove your kit without damaging it. That whole process gets quicker as you progress through the course, but it can still take up to 45 minutes depending on your group.,

-A debrief is also included in the lesson time, where the instructor will advise the group on what lesson they should book next.

-Based on all of this, we expect participants to have between 75-90 minutes on the slope for our 2 hour sessions, and between 45-60 minutes for our 1.5 hour group sessions. 

Outdoor Activities can be booked as Individual Spaces or as Exclusive Groups, with some age limits. 

SNOWSPORTS

-Tobogganing: Ages 4-12. If booked as an exclusive Half Slope Group Session, ages 4+ with no upper age limit.
-Skiing Lessons: Ages 8+
-Snowboarding Lessons: Ages 8+ height minimum 1.2m Shoe Size min adult size 2
-Minis Private Ski Lessons: Ages 5-8.
-Recreational Skiing/Snowboarding: Ages 5+ and must be recreational standard.

TARGT SPORTS

-Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifle: Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. At least one adult must be participating.
-ArcheryActive, Nerf Battles: Age 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating.
-Frisbee Golf: Any age. Under 6s play free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

LAND ACTIVITIES

-Orienteering: Any age. Under 6s free. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
-Bushcraft & Survival Skills:  Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating. 

ROCK SPORTS

-Rock Climbing, Climbing Tower, Caving, Try Caving, Abseiling (20m/65ft): Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating.

-Abseiling (50m/150ft): Ages 10+

WATER SPORTS

-Assault Course, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Raft Building Canoeing: Age 8+. If booked as an exclusive group session ages 6+. If under 8s are taking part, at least one adult must be participating. 

Gift Vouchers are valid for 18 months.

Annual Passes are valid for 13 months (meaning they make a great Christmas gift!)

To check the expiry date of your existing vouchers visit our Voucher Check Website

Vouchers can be used to make bookings online at www.mendip.me/book

Add your chosen activity to your basket for a time and date that suits you and proceed to checkout. 

Your voucher will have unique "Voucher" and "Security codes which are both required to redeem the voucher. Enter both of these codes in the corresponding boxes when prompted during the check out process. By clicking "apply voucher" the value of your activity session should fully discount from your basket. 

For a more detail of how to redeem your voucher, please visit www.mendip.me/myvoucher

Yes, in addition to a free instant personalised digital copy of your voucher, we offer an optional printed & posted service at £3.50 per voucher.

Vouchers will be posted the week commencing the 4th December, allowing for plenty of time for them to arrive before Christmas. Please note, vouchers can only be sent to one address per order. If you require vouchers posted to different addresses, please place a new order for each address. 

Adventure vouchers are available to purchase year-round. There are a limited number of available at the sale price.

You are welcome to buy as many of each voucher as you like.

Activity-specific vouchers are available for the specified activity. 

Discounted Value Vouchers will not work on the following session types:

• -Food, Drink or Retail products
• -Custom Bookings
• -Private Snowsport Lessons
• -Mendip Ski Club
• -Gift Vouchers & Passes
• -Twilight Tobogganing
• -Gold DofE Residentials
• -Children Holiday Camps
• -Instructor Training Courses

All gift vouchers can be used for the value at which they were purchased for, against activities they are not specifically for, including those in the above exclusion list. For example, a £25 value voucher purchased for £15, will discount £15 off the price of a Private Ski lesson.

Yes! Shake up your gift giving routine and give the Gift of Adventure. As part of the checkout process, you will be given the option to add a recipient's name and a personal message. Your confirmation email will include a link to your full colour, personalised gift voucher that you can print off - or download- immediately.