England

We run a selection of courses throughout the UK in Snow Centres and on Dry Slopes.

Please see individual venues for more information on what's included in the price you pay.

NB: Normally we make the decision to confirm or cancel a course 4 weeks prior to the course start date however in order to confirm a course we need to ensure that at the very least the course break even. The number of bookings required to break even fluctuates depending on Trainer expenses, resource costs, room hire, etc.
Sometimes with our summer UK course calendar we leave the decision to confirm/cancel until nearer the course start date in order to  give the course the best chance of running. This is possible due to the fact that many of our Trainers are able to be more flexible with other commitments in the summer months. To that end we ask members not to commit to any final decisions regarding accommodation and travel until you have been advised by BASI that the course is confirmed. 
BASI will communicate with all members 4 weeks prior to the course start date to advise whether the course is confirmed, cancelled or we intend to review this decision at a later date. Your patience and acceptance of this decision is much appreciated.

Castleford

Opening times 

Monday to Thursdays - 09.00am to 10.00pm
Fridays - 09.00am to 11.00pm
Saturdays and Sundays - 8.00am to 8.00pm
Please check as these may differ between Summer & Winter, more information Click here

Reception desks and all other areas within Snozone will be open 45 minutes before and after the slopes open and close.

Other Information:


BASI Course Meeting Point and Time

Please meet your BASI trainer at 8.45am for Winter Courses or 0945 for Summer Courses at The Alpine Kitchen
CPD's running on a Saturday or Sunday - meet at 0845 at the Alpine Kitchen.
Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whatsapp before the course starts.

Off Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week.

View the Snozone, Castleford website.

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Christchurch

Opening Hours

9.00 am to 10.00 pm   (closed Christmas day)

Venue Information

Fully catered restaurant on site with freshly prepared food and vegetarian options
Free car parking available on site
Equipment can be left in the secure training room overnight (at students own risk)
Long sleeves, trousers and gloves are advised
Helmets are compulsory for under 16's

BASI Course Meeting Point

will be wearing a jacket with the BASI logo. You can expect your day to finish between 5-6pm. 

View the Snowtrax website.

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Exeter Ski Club

Opening Hours
Summer (1st April to 30th September): only open for private groups and bookings, including BASI courses.
Winter (1st October to 31st March): see website for exact hours.

Other Information:
Car Parking available
Helmets not compulsory
No lockers available on-site
Equipment Hire included - Skis/Boards, and boots
Clothing - Arms & legs and hands to be covered 
Wifi access available
As there is no restaurant/cafe on site, please take a packed lunch.

BASI Course Meeting Point

Please meet your BASI trainer in the reception foyer at 9.15am on Day 1 of your course.
Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whattsapp before the course starts.

Off-Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week.

View the Exeter Ski Club website here.

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Gloucester

 Venue Information:

There is a cafe bar on site. Food purchased on site can be eaten on site.
Personal lockers are available and are 50p (non refundable).
Car parking on site if free.
Long sleeves, trousers and gloves must be worn when using the slope. 
Equipment included - Skis, Bindings, Boots, Helmets and poles
Please note that any equipment cannot be stored on site overnight.

BASI Course Meeting Point for the CPD on Wednesday 4th October:

The CPD will run for all levels of Ski qualification from 1600-2200.

Please meet your trainer at 1545 at the Ski Bar.

Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whatsapp before the course starts.
 
 
View the Gloucester  website here.

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Hemel Hempstead

Opening Times:

Mondays 10am-6pm* 
Tuesdays 7am-10pm
Wednesdays 10am-10pm
Thursdays 10am-5.30pm & 6pm-10pm for Park & Slide night
Fridays 10am-10pm**
Saturday 8am-9.30pm
Sundays 8am-9.30pm

*Trainer Slope open until 9pm for Lesson only. 

Other Information:

  • It is compulsory for anyone using the slope to wear a helmet
  • Slope users must be dressed appropriately - long sleeves, trousers, gloves
  • Equipment hire is included (Boots/Skis/Boards/Helmets)
  • It is not permitted to bring your own food into the Lodge Bar Restaurant
  • Wi fi access
  • There are no car parking fees
  • Lockers are available using a code lock
  • Please wear long sleeves, trousers and gloves

 

BASI Course Meeting Point

Courses starting on a Monday/Wednesday/Thursday or Friday - Please meet your BASI trainer at the Lodge Bar Restaurant at 0945am on Day 1 of your course. 
Courses starting on a Tuesday - Please meet your BASI trainer at the Lodge Bar Restaurant at 0845am on Day 1 of your course. 

Courses on a Saturday or Sunday - Please meet your BASI trainer at the Lodge Bar Restaurant at 0845am.

Your trainer will be wearing a BASI Trainer jacket with the BASI logo and there will be a BASI banner displayed at the meeting point.
Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whatsapp before the course starts.

Off Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week.

 
View the Snow Centre, Hemel Hempstead website.

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Manchester

Opening Times:

April to October 10.00am to 9.00pm
Saturday 08.00am to 10.00pm
Sunday 08.00am to 5.00pm

November to March 10.00am to 10.00pm
Saturday and Sunday open at 08.00am
For full information with regards opening times Click here


Other Information:

  • Free Parking is available at the venue for up to 300 cars
  • It is compulsory for anyone using the slope to wear a helmet - available free of charge in the changing village 
  • Lockers are now available - £1.00 refundable
  • Equipment - Skis/Boards, boots and ski poles included
  • Clothing policy Click here  Slope users must be dressed appropriately, warm clothing (jacket and trousers) and gloves.
  • Eateries Click here
  • Free Wifi Access
  • Lift Passes must be pre booked by calling 0161 749 2222 or e mail [email protected]

BASI Meeting Point and Time

For Weekday Courses - Please meet your BASI trainer in the Alpine Street near Guest Services Desk at 9.45am to start at 1000
For Weekend Courses - Please meet your BASI trainer in the Alpine Street near Guest Services Desk at 8.45am to start at 0900

Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whattsapp before the course starts.

Off Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week.

View the Chill Factore website here.   

Procedure for instructor shadowing hours at Chill Factore

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Milton Keynes

Opening times 

Monday to Thursdays -09.00am to 10.00pm
Fridays - 09.00am to 11.00pm
Saturdays and Sundays - 8.00am to 8.00pm

Please check as these may differ between Summer & Winter, more information Click here


Reception desks and all other areas within Snozone will be open 45 minutes before and after the slopes open and close.

Other Information:
  • Helmets are compulsory
  • Lockers are available, £1 coin or a token
  • Equipment can be stored overnight by arrangement with the Snowsports Manager/trainer
  • Free Wifi
  • Equipment included - For Ski/Snowboard activities - Skies, poles, boards, boots & helmets are free to hire Click here for more information
  • Click here for the clothing and food policy
  • Car Parking - £2 per day.  Snozone members get free parking.

BASI Course Meeting Point

Please meet your BASI trainer at 8.45am for Winter Courses or 9.45am for Summer Courses at The Alpine Kitchen
CPD's running on a Saturday or Sunday - meet at 0845 at the Alpine Kitchen.
Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whatsapp before the course starts.

Off Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week.

View the Snozone, Milton Keynes website here. 

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Silksworth

Opening times:

Summer from April 1 until October 31 - 11.45am to 9.15pm (BASI courses start at 10.00am and the venue will be open for students on BASI course days from 9.30am)
Winter from November 1 until March 31 - 11.45am to 9.15 pm 

Other Information:

Helmets are not currently compulsory.  
Arms and legs must be covered at all time and gloves must be worn.
A limited snack bar is available at the slope but within the Tennis centre there is a cafe that serves a variety of meals. 
Car Parking - Free parking is available on site.
There is plenty of accommodation nearby including a Travel Lodge.  

BASI Course Meeting Point

Please meet your BASI Trainer in the Meeting Room - reception staff will direct you. Meet at  9.30am on Day 1 of your course.
Your trainer will be wearing a BASI Trainer jacket with the BASI logo.

View the Silksworth Slope website here. 

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Solihull

The circuit is approx. 850 metres long, 5 metres wide with a 6 metre finishing straight down the middle of the top. The profile of the circuit is labelled as ‘testing’ as Tudor Grange Park slopes away towards the Norman Green Athletics centre. The tarmac is smooth and bordered by grass verges. There is a small hill and all elements of skiing both classic and skating can be demonstrated in context

Please meet at the Tudor Grange Leisure Centre at 8.45am. 

Equipment

Participants should bring their own roller skis, boots and poles, as well as any knee protection if you have it and foot beds if you normally use them. Ski gloves, glasses and helmets are also advised.  

Accommodation:

If accommodation is required please see the following links that are near to the venue:  
http://www.premierinn.com   
http://www.holidayinn.com


 

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Tallington Lakes

Opening times:

Summer from 1 April  until 31 October - 10.00am to 7.00pm
Winter from 1 November until 31 March - 10.00am to 8.30 pm (6pm close at weekends)

Other Information:

Helmets are currently compulsory for snowboarders and anyone under 16 years of age. 
Arms and legs must be covered at all time and gloves must be worn.
Food is available to order on site from the bar and restaurant.  
Car Parking - A car parking charge of £3 may be incurred but this can be refunded. On arrival please inform car parking that you are on a BASI course to avoid car park charge.
Some accommodation is available on site - please contact Tallington Lakes directly for information and prices on 01778 34 7000.

BASI Course Meeting Point

Please meet your BASI Trainer at  the Pro Shop at 9.30am on Day 1 of your course.

Your trainer will be wearing a BASI Trainer jacket with the BASI logo.

View the Tallington Lakes website here. 

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Tamworth

Opening Hours:

All year - 9am to 1pm, 2pm to 6pm, 7pm to 22pm

Other Information:

  • Ski and Snowboard Level 1 Courses are booked directly with the SnowDome and include all costs including lift pass.
  • Helmets are compulsory and free to hire
  • Only food purchased on site can be eaten on site.  Packed lunch can be eaten in the conference rooms.
  • Lockers available and cost 20p.  
  • Car parking - £3.50 all day
  • Equipment Hire Included - Skis, Boards, Poles, boots and helmets
  • Wifi Access - Free of Charge
  • Food options - Bar, Restaurant and Lifthouse Coffee Co. 

BASI Course Meeting Point

Please meet your BASI trainer in Aspens Bar,15 minutes before the slope opening time, on the first day of your course.
Your Trainer will contact you directly to confirm this through Whattsapp before the course starts. 

Off Snow Sessions:
Your trainer will give you further information with regards this throughout the week

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