Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre Dorset UK
Learn to ski · 2-day fast-track
Click in.
Carve out.
Two days. Zero experience needed. Our intensive beginner course takes you from your very first slide to riding the slope with confidence and control – taught by pros, on snow, and seriously good fun from the first run. Equipment included.
Format5 hrs / 2 days
Ages10 – 16
LevelTotal beginner
The course
Beginner to
skier.
Learning to ski is an exhilarating experience – and a brilliant way to spend the school holidays. Our Learn to Ski course is an intensive two-day programme built to get you sliding with confidence by the end of the second day.
Across two half-day sessions – five hours of tuition in total – one of our professional instructors guides you through a specially designed programme, building each ability level on the last: clicking in, finding your balance, mastering the snowplough and linking your first turns down the slope.
Groups are kept small so everyone gets real, individual attention – and it all happens on our all-weather Proslope surface, so the course runs whatever the season is doing outside.
Designed forComplete beginners
What you’ll learn
Five hours.
Real progress.
No prior experience necessary. Your instructor builds each skill on the last, working through our ability levels so that by the end of day two you’re sliding the slope with control and confidence. Here’s the path you’ll follow.
01
Boots & skis on
Get comfortable in your kit, clip into your skis safely, and learn how to move, fall and get back up without the drama.
02
Find your balance
Your first glides on the gentle nursery area – sliding, balancing and getting confident moving on your skis.
03
The snowplough
Learn to control your speed and stop with confidence – the snowplough is the foundation every skier is built on.
04
Link your turns
Put it all together and start linking turns down the slope – the moment it clicks and you’re properly skiing.
Who it’s for
Two stages,
one slope.
The Learn to Ski course is aimed at young skiers aged 10–16. Choose the stage that matches where you are – and if you’re an adult or a family wanting the same fast-track start, ask us about the private intensive route.
Stage 1 · Beginners
For total beginners with no experience at all. Start right at the beginning and progress through the ability levels to sliding the slope. Ages 10–16.
Stage 2 · Improvers
Already ski and want to improve fast? You’ll need a working snowplough turn and to use the travellator. The aim: progress onto the main slope with more confidence and technique.
Adults & families
Over 16, or want to learn together? Our private intensive course covers five hours of tuition (with lunch) for adults and families – just ask the team.
Day two, last run
The moment
it clicks.
When your skis stop fighting you and the turns start flowing – that’s the feeling we’re chasing. Two days in, it’s yours.
What’s included
Just bring
yourself.
Everything you need for both days is sorted. Turn up dressed for the slope and we’ll handle the rest.
5 hours of tuition
Five hours of coaching spread across two half-day sessions for proper, lasting progress.
All equipment
Skis, boots and helmet provided – our rental shop is fully stocked, so no kit needed.
Qualified instructors
Friendly, professional coaches who guide you step by step and keep it safe and fun.
A snack & a drink
Fuel for the slope – a snack and a drink to keep you going across the session.
At a glance
The course,
in short.
Everything you need to know before you book. Tell us the stage that suits you when you book, and we’ll have your kit ready on the day.
Spaces are limited and full payment is required when you book. Sessions run during school holidays – pick from the available course dates and times in the booking system. For general centre hours, see our opening times .
Format2 half-days
Tuition5 hours total
Ages10 – 16 years
LevelBeginner → improver
Group sizeMax 8 per group
EquipmentAll included
SurfaceAll-weather Proslope
BookingIn advance
Where it leads
Your skiing
pathway.
This course is the start of the journey. Here’s how skiers typically progress at Snowtrax – from first glide to chasing gates and park lines.
You are here
Learn to Ski
The 2-day intensive. Master the basics and slide the slope with control.
Next up
Stage 2 & main slope
Sharpen your snowplough turns, use the travellator and progress onto the main slope.
Keep building
Group lessons
Weekly classes and course formats – great value, with progression built in.
Send it
Freestyle, park & race
Freestyle lines or the race squad once you’re skiing confidently all over the slope.
Questions
Learn to Ski FAQs.
None at all. The Stage 1 course is designed for complete beginners and starts right at the very beginning. If you’ve skied before and can do a snowplough turn and use the travellator, the Stage 2 course will push you on faster.
Long sleeves, long trousers and old clothes you don’t mind getting wet, plus gloves. Dress for the weather on the day. Gloves can be bought at reception if you don’t have your own.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts so we can get you booted up and ready to ski on time.
Groups are limited to a maximum of 8 skiers so that everyone gets real individual attention from the instructor, while still sharing the fun with others at the same level.
Your course goes ahead whatever the weather – in fact, the Proslope surface runs even better in the wet. Just bring appropriate waterproof clothing and wrap up for the conditions.
Yes – skis, boots and helmet are all included. Our rental shop is fully stocked, so there’s nothing you need to buy or bring beyond suitable clothing.
Book online through our booking system, where you’ll see all available course dates and times. Spaces are limited and full payment is required when you book. You can also call the team on 01202 499155.
Full payment is required when you book. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and we’ll happily reschedule your course. We don’t offer refunds, but we can issue a voucher provided that notice is given.
Can’t find your answer? We’re on the slope 7 days a week. 01202 499155
Keep exploring
More skiing.
Ski Taster Session
Not sure yet? A 45-minute taster is the perfect first try before committing to the full course.
ExplorePrivate Ski Lessons
One instructor, entirely focused on you – the fastest way to progress, for all levels.
ExploreGroup Ski Lessons
Ski alongside others in weekly classes and course formats – great value, with progression built in.
ExploreReady to
ski?
Book your place on the Learn to Ski course in minutes, or call the team seven days a week to find course dates that suit you.