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2013
2 weeks
In partnership with Lake Louise Mountain Resort, we are now offering a two week "Peak Performance" improvement programme with a focus on tactical approaches to skiing or riding expert terrain. This would be suitable for strong, advanced level skiers and snowboarders who are looking for a short and exciting programme, with training and guidance from some of Canada's top pros.
This unique programme will give you the opportunity to sample the best big mountain terrain that the Canadian Rockies has to offer, including a tri-area lift and bus pass for you to access the Ski Big 3 resorts of Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Norquay. From super steeps to wide open bowls and tree lined runs, these resorts have it all. Not forgetting some of the most awe-inspiring scenery you will ever see.
This programme may be of particular interest to past trainees who have completed an International Academy ski or snowboard instructor training course with us, as well as anyone looking for a 2 week ski or snowboard holiday with a difference!
dates and prices:
Start the New Year off with a bang and undertake our Peak Performance Programme at the same time as others on our ski and snowboard instructor training programmes:
- 05 Jan - 19 Jan 2013
Or choose a spring programme which is a perfect time to experience the Banff Lake Louise ski areas:
- 02 Mar - 16 Mar 2013
- 16 Mar - 30 Mar 2013
- 30 Mar - 13 Apr 2013
Price: £2250 (flights not included)
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Siding 29 Lodge in Banff
sample itinerary: peak performance programme
Day 1 (Sat):
Arrive in Calgary and transfer to the Best Western Siding Plus 29 Lodge in Banff.
Day 2 (Sun):
- Free day in Banff to recover from journey.
- Evening meet and greet and programme orientation with the Lake Louise All Mountain Pros at Soul Ski & Bike.
- Collect Tri area lift tickets (includes bus transportation) rental pick-up and complimentary bootfitting clinic.
Day 3-6 (Mon-Thurs)
- Ski/Snowboard improvement week focusing on advanced skill development. 5 hours/day with 10 am start.
- Tuesday Night (Day 4): group dinner at one of our partner restaurants. This is a great way for our campers to get to know each other and have a great meal together with the pros.
- Skill development week will be relevant to all terrain skiing with lots of mileage, building a strong foundation for Week 2.
- Thursday Night (Day 6): the soon to be famous "IA PPP Apres Party". Let your hair down and enjoy Banff"s best nightlife at The Dancing Sasquatch. VIP entrance and service for all campers. A great way to end the first week.
Day 7-9 (Fri-Sun)
- Enjoy some free time to master all the mountains the area has to offer with your tri area pass. You can choose if you want to go to Lake Louise, Sunshine Village or Norquay.
Day 10-13 (Mon-Thurs)
- Ski/Snowboard improvement focusing on all mountain tactics. Learn how to ski/ride the most exciting terrain the Canadian Rockies has to offer with confidence, thanks to the best all terrain coaches in Western Canada.
- Tuesday Night (Day 11) - Group dinner at one of our partner restaurants. Tell stories about your adventures with your new winter pals.
- Thursday afternoon (Day 13): apres ski wrap up with coaches at Lake Louise.
Day 14 (Fri)
- Last day skiing / snowboarding, wrap up dinner and then a farewell party once again at the legendary Dancing Sasquatch.
Day 15 (Sat)
- Transfer to Calgary airport for return flight home.
ski rental partner
For our Peak Performance Programme, we are partnering up with Soul Ski & Bike in Banff to offer an "all inclusive" package to include high performance ski and snowboard rentals that are appropriate for the terrain on the programme. Further details will be provided to you on this.
You will need to have your own boots but this partnership will enable you to travel without skis (unless you want to use your skis), and therefore make the travel and transfer experience that much more enjoyable.
accommodation and food arrangements
Accommodation will be at the Best Western Plus Siding 29 Lodge which we have used for over 10 years for our ski and snowboard instructor training courses. The lodge has an excellent location just off Banff Avenue and is within a short walking distance to the centre of Banff. It has large twin-share rooms with queen size beds and people have really enjoyed staying here over the years. The swimming pool and whirlpool is also very inviting after an invigorating day on the slopes.
A hot breakfast buffet will be provided at the accommodation every day.
Group meals will be included in the programme on 3 selected days of the programme (outlined above), which will give you the flexibility to choose out of the 100 or so different restaurants and cuisine that Banff has to offer.
ski or snowboard instructor courses
If you are interested doing a 5 to 12 week ski or snowboard instructor course in Banff Lake Louise or any other resort we operate, please click the links below:
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