Snowsports for schools

Our aim is to provide the very highest standard of instruction at a reasonable cost for all standards of snowsport participant, from beginner to the highest level of performance. 

The Schools Programme is heavily subsidised by Midlothian Council.  It is understood that not all participants will graduate through the full spectrum of classes but we strive to bring the best out in every child so that individual potential is fulfilled. 

Our Philosophy

Our team of Instructors are all fully qualified and over the years have successfully taught thousands of people to learn how to ski and board.

Our philosophy is to continually encourage and praise, creating a safe learning environment that is also fun.

Equipment

Hire of equipment for skiing and snowboarding is all included in the price...so no need to worry about getting kit together.

Helmets are compulsory for all children aged seventeen years and under and are available to borrow, free of charge, at the centre. 

Which Snowsport?

Snowsports are evolving at an unpredictable speed. 

Not only has snowboarding contributed to the snowsports market, but even more recently Twin Tip and freeride skis have evolved from the traditional discipline of Alpine Skiing. 

A resurgence in the snowsports industries is greatly due to these younger disciplines bringing much needed fresh interest and business into ski resorts, manufacturers, retailers and the media.

At Midlothian Snowsports Centre we can offer the following disciplines as either a course of lessons (for a school term or a duration which suits your timetable) or as a taster session (one class).

Alpine Skiing (course or taster)

Since 1965 we have taught thousands of children to ski. 

Every week over 2000 children attend the Centre to learn how to ski. 

Over 1.5 million people in Britain participate in alpine skiing with over 800,000 skiers planning trips abroad in the winter months.

Snowboarding (Course or Taster)

Although many similarities can be drawn between snowboarding and skiing, snowboarding is a sport in its own right requiring its own rules, regulations and skills. 

Snowboarding attributes its dynamic growth over the past two decades largely to the youth market.

Once seen as a rebellious sport it now leads the way in winter sport culture and fashion as well as hosting top international events. 

Development of the sport was highlighted in 1998 at the Nagano Winter Olympics when Giant Slalom and Half Pipe were acknowledged as Olympic disciplines.