Disability Snowsport UK have qualified Adaptive Instructors based in the North of England in Manchester & Leeds, the Central Belt of Scotland in Glasgow & Edinburgh, North of London in Hemel    Hempstead and the Highlands of Scotland through                 the winter months only.

 

An explanation:  How lessons work.
 
Most people who have a disability come to us and need to have a private lesson, that’s when you need to give specific instructors (as detailed below) from your local area  a call to arrange lessons around your specific requirements.

 If you are part of a disability group or association it may be possible for you to book a group lesson, please call for more information.

 Please be aware that group lesson also needs to be stand up skiers.
 
If it is a group lesson then it is a maximum of 7 people in a group and this costs £100.  
(5-7 people is the same price).
 
A private lesson is for any stand up or sit down skier. The cost is £35 for a lesson with £1 insurance for the first 3 lesson to see if you like it.
 If you then decide you would like to have more lessons you need to join please.
 It is also possible to have a 2 person private for £52.50 plus the £1 membership per person.
 
When you're ready to phone the required lead instructor they will be able to talk you through the options available to you for your specific requirements and advise you as to the correct route you should take.
 
Membership:
As a member you will receive regular updates on what’s going on in our various sites across the UK, how you can get involved in your local area and learn how your membership can make a difference to so many people.
Click here to download a membership form and a standing order form if you wish to pay membership by standing order. Membership runs annually from September 1st until August 31st.

 

For more information of individual lessons contact the instructor in your area below

 

Rachel Easton is the Developement Officer for Adaptive Ski Schools in the UK.

Rachel has a wealth of knowledge as a BASI Adaptive Trainer and has worked alongside the Paralympic Developement Squad as well as the Wounded Warriors. Her current role is funded by Children In Need to enable access for all around the country at indoor snow centres and dry slopes

 

 

 

 

Dave Whitehead works alongside Rachel organising a team of dedicated part time instructors to deliver lessons at Chillfactore in Manchester and Xscape in Leeds

 
Dave has been working overseas for many years and have a wealth of experience in the adaptive world. Now a BASI Adaptive trainer Dave is based at Chillfactore and organises the delivery of lessons to disabled groups and individuals at both Chillfactore and Xscape in Castleford.

 

 

Booking is essential  - please contact dave@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk or call 0161 749 2298 or 07792 510611

 

 

 

These slopes provide an ideal learning environment and are a perfect place to try out skiing for the first time or brush up on your skills for your trip abroad.

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Ski School Scotland Central Belt

 

Keira Young has been involved with Disability Snowsport UK for many years and has qualified as an Adaptive Instructor and is now delivering adaptive lessons throughout the Central Belt to individuals and school groups.

This developement throughout Scotland would not be possible without the help of the Big Lottery Fund who have funded the project for 2years.

Contact Keira@disabilitysnowpsort.org.uk for more information or call 07595 024 091

 

 

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Ski School Hemel Hempstead 

 
 
Nick Hatherley has been delivering adaptive lessons at The SnowCentre in Hemel Hempstead  since it opened in May 2009. The successful programme now runs over 7 days with Nick and his pool of instructors to help him
 

 Contact nicholas@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk for information and lessons

or call 07792 320 583

 

 

 

 

Ski School Scotland Highlands (January 2011 - April 2011 only)

Ski school on the Cairngorms has finally finished for the season. After delivering a record 210 lessons on the best snow in 20years our weary instructors have put their boots away!!

Our team would like to thank all of our volunteers instructors and helpers who came along to help us out. Without you we could not have coped with the huge demand from our skiers.

Have a great summer and see you all again very soon.

For information about  the ski school please email

skischool@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk

Please be advised this email will only be checked sporadically throughout the summer. If you query needs an urgent response please email admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk