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Learn to Snowboard
“The attraction of snowboarding is the freedom it gives you. With a snowboard on your feet the sky is the limit. You can do anything and go anywhere. This is not just for pro riders, it is for everyone.” ~ Jenny Jones, Winter Olympic Bronze Medallist
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD IN A DAY AT SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW – THE UK’S BIGGEST INDOOR REAL SNOW SLOPE.
Snowboarding began life as Snurfing in 1965, when some unsung genius joined 2 skis together and attached a rope to a steer. Today the rope and steer are gone, but the thrill remains with this recognised Winter Olympic sport now popular with dare devils all over the world.
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD WITH SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW
With guaranteed perfect teaching conditions and fresh snow every day, Snow Factor Glasgow is the perfect place to practice, train and learn to snowboard – whatever the weather – 364 days a year!
Snow Factor is Scotland’s only year round snow sport resort (and the longest indoor real snow slope in the UK). With dedicated teaching and instruction slope, main ski slope, 4 ski lifts, ice climbing wall, Bavarian Restaurant, Ice Slide, Festive Grotto, Sledging and our new Ice Bar it really is the perfect winter fun destination and all only 10 minutes from Glasgow city centre (follow signs for the airport).
Your safety, enjoyment and fun are of the utmost importance to us and every aspect of Snow Factor has been designed with you in mind. Perhaps that is why over 500,000 (that’s 1:10 people in Scotland), just like you, have chosen to learn at Snow Factor.
What do you need to snowboard, nothing but a taste for adventure and a sense of fun.
You don’t need any skills or equipment to learn to snowboard at Snow Factor. Your lift pass, instruction and all specialist equipment are all included in the price of your lesson. You can even hire the clothing you need!
And with prices starting from £21.80* Junior and £25.80* Adults, there has never been a better time to get into Snow Sports. * ref block lessons
So start your new life on the slopes now! Check out the snowboard lesson options below to find out which package is right for you:
The Best Bits
Suitable For
Learn to Snowboard in a Day
The Fastest way to learn to snowboard. You will be main slope and resort ready after a single day!
Adult Beginners. Need to learn in a hurry – snowboarding holiday planned. Need reasonable fitness and stamina.
Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend – Fast Track
Speed and comfort. Quickly Learn how to snowboard but over 2 classes rather than one long day. Combine your snowboard lessons with a short city break.
Adult and Teenage Beginners.Need to learn in hurry but can’t do a single day. Spread over 2 x 4 hour sessions.
Learn to Snowboard over 5 weeks (Snowboard Block)
The best value and very social. 100% Guaranteed to get you to main slope / resort standard. Learn over 5 weeks, usually the same day/time each week, with the same instructor and fellow students. Membership for £5 is a saving of £94 for adults and £64 for juniors – 1/3rd of lift passes!
Any beginner ages 7 +Structured learning following proven formula through all 5 snowboard levels.
Learn to Snowboard Private Lessons
Tailored to your specific needs at a time to suit you. Book a private lesson for 1 hour or 1.5 hours and have the instructor all to yourself!
All beginners, intermediate and advanced snowboarders. Maximum choice and flexibility
Learn to Snowboard over 5 Lessons. Group Snowboard Lesson
Pay as you learn. 5 x 90 minute snowboard lessons. Allows you to learn as and when you can.
All beginners. Learn to snowboard in bite size bits from level 1 to 5.
Discover Snow Sports
Don’t know or can’t decide between skiing and snowboarding? Try Both during a single 2 hour course!
Complete Beginners aged 11+, will usually get to or be close to Level 1 standard on ski and board during the course.
Still undecided? Speak to one of our experts in the Snow Factor Customer Care Team, they will help find the perfect course for you. Call Now 0871 222 5672
*The price of £21.80* per lesson / Adult £25.80* per lesson are representative of block bookings only
Learn to Snowboard
“The attraction of snowboarding is the freedom it gives you. With a snowboard on your feet the sky is the limit. You can do anything and go anywhere. This is not just for pro riders, it is for everyone.” ~ Jenny Jones, Winter Olympic Bronze Medallist
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD IN A DAY AT SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW – THE UK’S BIGGEST INDOOR REAL SNOW SLOPE.
Snowboarding began life as Snurfing in 1965, when some unsung genius joined 2 skis together and attached a rope to a steer. Today the rope and steer are gone, but the thrill remains with this recognised Winter Olympic sport now popular with dare devils all over the world.
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD WITH SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW
With guaranteed perfect teaching conditions and fresh snow every day, Snow Factor Glasgow is the perfect place to practice, train and learn to snowboard – whatever the weather – 364 days a year!
Snow Factor is Scotland’s only year round snow sport resort (and the longest indoor real snow slope in the UK). With dedicated teaching and instruction slope, main ski slope, 4 ski lifts, ice climbing wall, Bavarian Restaurant, Ice Slide, Festive Grotto, Sledging and our new Ice Bar it really is the perfect winter fun destination and all only 10 minutes from Glasgow city centre (follow signs for the airport).
Your safety, enjoyment and fun are of the utmost importance to us and every aspect of Snow Factor has been designed with you in mind. Perhaps that is why over 500,000 (that’s 1:10 people in Scotland), just like you, have chosen to learn at Snow Factor.
What do you need to snowboard, nothing but a taste for adventure and a sense of fun.
You don’t need any skills or equipment to learn to snowboard at Snow Factor. Your lift pass, instruction and all specialist equipment are all included in the price of your lesson. You can even hire the clothing you need!
And with prices starting from £21.80* Junior and £25.80* Adults, there has never been a better time to get into Snow Sports. * ref block lessons
So start your new life on the slopes now! Check out the snowboard lesson options below to find out which package is right for you:
The Best Bits
Suitable For
Learn to Snowboard in a Day
The Fastest way to learn to snowboard. You will be main slope and resort ready after a single day!
Adult Beginners. Need to learn in a hurry – snowboarding holiday planned. Need reasonable fitness and stamina.
Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend – Fast Track
Speed and comfort. Quickly Learn how to snowboard but over 2 classes rather than one long day. Combine your snowboard lessons with a short city break.
Adult and Teenage Beginners.Need to learn in hurry but can’t do a single day. Spread over 2 x 4 hour sessions.
Learn to Snowboard over 5 weeks (Snowboard Block)
The best value and very social. 100% Guaranteed to get you to main slope / resort standard. Learn over 5 weeks, usually the same day/time each week, with the same instructor and fellow students. Membership for £5 is a saving of £94 for adults and £64 for juniors – 1/3rd of lift passes!
Any beginner ages 7 +Structured learning following proven formula through all 5 snowboard levels.
Learn to Snowboard Private Lessons
Tailored to your specific needs at a time to suit you. Book a private lesson for 1 hour or 1.5 hours and have the instructor all to yourself!
All beginners, intermediate and advanced snowboarders. Maximum choice and flexibility
Learn to Snowboard over 5 Lessons. Group Snowboard Lesson
Pay as you learn. 5 x 90 minute snowboard lessons. Allows you to learn as and when you can.
All beginners. Learn to snowboard in bite size bits from level 1 to 5.
Discover Snow Sports
Don’t know or can’t decide between skiing and snowboarding? Try Both during a single 2 hour course!
Complete Beginners aged 11+, will usually get to or be close to Level 1 standard on ski and board during the course.
Still undecided? Speak to one of our experts in the Snow Factor Customer Care Team, they will help find the perfect course for you. Call Now 0871 222 5672
*The price of £21.80* per lesson / Adult £25.80* per lesson are representative of block bookings only
Pay as you learn
At Snow Factor, you will learn to snowboard in 5 stages.
Skills Level 1: Introduction
At this stage you will learn about the equipment, become comfortable sliding around on your snowboard and be introduced to basic posture and control, working on using your toe edge to control speed and direction.
Skills Level 2: Heel Edge
At this stage you will work on using your heel edge of the board to control speed and direction.
Skills Level 3: One Turn
At this stage you will develop a full turn, from toe edge to heel edge.
Skills Level 4: Two Turns
At this stage you will progress from one turn into linking two turns together.
Skills Level 5: Main Slope
This stage will continue to work on your turns and turn shape, introducing you to the main slope.
5 Week Block
“Remember, if you don’t do it this year, you’ll be one year older when you do.” ~ Warren Miller
5 Week Blocks - JNR £109, that’s £21.80 per lesson / Adult £129, that’s £25.80 per lesson.
100% Guaranteed to get you Snowboarding to recreational standard on our Learn to Snowboard Block Lessons Package
Book a block of 5 lessons at Snow Factor and we GUARANTEE TO GET YOU TO RECREATIONAL STANDARD FOR THAT PRICE**.
The vast majority of people learn within our 5 step block lesson programme designed to take you from absolute beginner to recreational snowboarder standard.
However, if you are struggling to make the grade and can’t quite get to the required standard within your block, we will offer you FREE ADDITIONAL COACHING AND INSTRUCTION TO GUARANTEE YOU GET TO RECREATIONAL STANDARD FOR THE PRICE YOU PAID FOR YOUR LESSONS**.
For most people this may be a single extra lesson or a bit of additional time with a coach, but if you have to repeat all 5 lessons to get to the standard where your instructor confirms you are ready, we will meet the total cost of any additional lessons**.
When you qualify as meeting the standard, your instructor will complete your Record of Achievement Card and you will immediately qualify for our £5 membership deal, which can save you a massive £64 for Juniors, £94 for adults and up to £220 a year of lift pass prices.
You will learn at your own pace, within a small group, of evenly matched abilities, normally with the same instructor every week ensuring continual improvement
You will learn in English (Or Scots!) and will have no communication barriers.
** this 100% guarantee only applies to 11 - 15 and Adult snowboard blocks.
Call 0871 222 5672 to book your block today!
* Completion of levels 1-5 cannot be guaranteed within 5 weeks in every case as every student is different.
Fast Track - Learn in a Weekend
“ Learning should be a joy and full of excitement. It is life’s greatest adventure.” ~ Taylor Caldwell, Author.
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD IN A HURRY AT SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW – THE UK’S BIGGEST INDOOR REAL SNOW SLOPE.
If your time is limited and you need to learn how to snowboard in a hurry the Snow Factor Learn to Snowboard in a Day course is by far the quickest and most effective way of learning.
Some clients struggle with the demands of a full day of instruction. Others want the flexibility of learning to Snowboard in a weekend (when your lessons can be combined with a city break) and if you want to book for a Junior (age 11-15 years)– then Snow Factor Fast Track Learn to Snowboard in a weekend is the perfect course for you.
You will learn faster, in English, on real snow with a team that have taught over 500,00 people the joy of snow sports. The Snow Factor Fast Track Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend course is considerably more cost effectively than learning when you are abroad, and allows you to spend your time on holiday enjoying the resort.
Complete beginners will be shown how to reach the standard required to snowboard the main slope and be snowboard resort ready in just 2 classes; progressing through all the main 5 snowboard levels (whilst gaining valuable information about snowboarding abroad from your instructor).
The Fast Track Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend course is ideal if you are about to go on your first foreign snowboarding holiday or if you live a long distance from Snow Factor.
Once you have successfully completed the Fast Track Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend Course you will be main slope standard and be ready for your first snowboarding holiday. You will be able to use all lifts, control your speed and direction, link turns and stop confidently.
Prices
FAST TRACK
Adult
JNR 11-15 yrs
Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend
£89.00
£59.00
Part 1
£89.00
£59.00
Part 2
£89.00
£59.00
* Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday only, dependent on availability.
Price Includes lift pass, instruction and all specialist equipment.
Typical Itinerary
Friday Evening – PART 1
6.00pm
Arrival and check-in at Reception Ticket Desk on the Ground Floor
6.00-6.20pm
Equipment allocation and set-up in Snowboard Rental
6.20-6.30pm
Welcome introduction and briefing with your instructor
6.30pm-8.00pm
Level 1 – Introduction to snowboarding.You will be fitted with your snowboard, boots, helmet and your instructor will teach you to become familiar with the equipment and know how to fit it correctly. You will be introduced to basic posture and control, working on using your toe edge to control speed and direction. You will become comfortable sliding around on your snowboard.
8.00-8.15pm
Refreshment Break
8.15-9.45pm
Snowboard Skill Level 2 – Introduction to turning. Your skills will be focused on teaching you how to make simple turns on your heel edge and control your speed and direction.
9.45pm-10.00pm
Course debrief
Saturday Afternoon – PART 2
12.00pm
Arrival and check-in at Reception Ticket Desk on the Ground Floor
12.00-12.20pm
Equipment allocation and set-up in Snowboard Rental
12.30-2.00PM
Snowboard Skill Level 3 – Turning and Control Your skill and confidence will increase during this level as you progress to develop a full turn, from toe edge to heel edge.
2.00-2.20pm
Refreshment Break
2.20-3.45pm
Snowboard Skill Level 4 – Introduction to the Main Slope. After consolidating your skills on controlling your speed and linking turns, your instructor will teach you how to use the POMA Lift. You should by now be ready for the main slope. Your instructor will teach you how to use the POMA Lift in preparation for snowboarding from the half way point of the main slope. Snowboard Skill Level 5 – Snowboarding the Main Slope – Resort Ready. You will will continue to work on your turns and turn shape on the main slope. This skill will consolidate all you have learned and will culminate in snowboarding the main slope with increasing levels of confidence.
3.45-4.00pm
Course Debrief
Learn to Snowboard in a Day
“Snowboarding for me is going out where ever in what ever conditions with your friends and making a good time of it.” ~ Unknown
LEARN TO SNOWBOARD IN A DAY AT SNOW FACTOR GLASGOW – THE UK’S BIGGEST INDOOR REAL SNOW SLOPE.
If your time is limited and you need to learn how to snowboard in a hurry, the Learn To Snowboard in a Day course at Snow Factor Glasgow is by far the quickest and most effective way of learning to snowboard.
You will learn faster, in English, on real snow with a team that have taught over 500,00 people the joy of snow sports. A single day course is considerably more cost effective than learning when you are abroad, and allows you to spend your time on holiday enjoying the resort.
Complete beginners will be shown how to reach the standard required to snowboard the main slope and be ski resort ready in just one day; progressing through all the main 5 snowboard levels (whilst gaining valuable information about snowboarding abroad from your instructor).
This demanding, but thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding, full day course significantly enhances your progress and continuity, making a Learn to Snowboard in a Day course with Snow Factor Glasgow the perfect learning experience.
The Learn to Snowboard in a Day course is ideal if you are about to go on your first foreign ski holiday or if you live a long distance from Snow Factor. The course requires reasonable fitness and stamina. If you are concerned about the demands of a full day, consider the Snow Factor Learn to Snowboard in a Weekend Course - Fast Track where you learn at a more sedate pace over 2 evenings/days.
Once you have successfully completed the Learn to Snowboard in a Day Course you will be main slope standard and be ready for your first snowboard holiday. You will be able to use all lifts, control your speed and direction, link turns and stop confidently.
Prices
Description
Adult
Learn to Snowboard in a Day (8 hours)
£159.00
* Includes lift pass, instruction and all specialist equipment.
Typical Itinerary
10.00am
Arrival and check-in at Reception Ticket Desk on the Ground Floor
10.00-10.20am
Equipment allocation and set-up in Snowboard Rental
10.20-10.30am
Welcome introduction and briefing with your instructor
10.30am-12.30pm
Level 1 – Introduction to snowboarding.You will be fitted with your snowboard, boots, helmet and your instructor will teach you to become familiar with the equipment and know how to fit it correctly. You will be introduced to basic posture and control, working on using your toe edge to control speed and direction. You will become comfortable sliding around on your snowboard. Snowboard Skill Level 2 – Introduction to turning. Your skills will be focused on teaching you how to make simple turns on your heel edge and control your speed and direction.
12.30pm-1.15pm
Lunch Break
1.15pm-3.00pm
Snowboard Skill Level 3 – Turning and Control Your skill and confidence will increase during this level as you progress to develop a full turn, from toe edge to heel edge. Snowboard Skill Level 4 – Introduction to the Main Slope. After consolidating your skills on controlling your speed and linking turns, your instructor will teach you how to use the POMA Lift. You should by now be ready for the main slope. Your instructor will teach you how to use the POMA Lift in preparation for snowboarding from the half way point of the main slope.
3.00-3.15pm
Afternoon Tea / Coffee Break
3.15pm-5.30pm
Snowboard Skill Level 5 – Snowboarding the Main Slope – Resort Ready. You will will continue to work on your turns and turn shape on the main slope. This skill will consolidate all you have learned and will culminate in snowboarding the main slope with increasing levels of confidence.
5.30pm-6pm
Course debrief
Lesson Prices
We have a range of options to suit every need and budget, from single snowboard lessons within a group of up to 10 people to private lessons. Or for those looking to learn quickly, we offer 4 hour fast-track snowboard lessons and single-day snowboard instruction.
Snowboard lessons are available for adults, junior 11– 15 years and 7 - 10 years.
Prices
Lessons
Adult
JNR 11-15 yrs
JNR 7 - 10 yrs
Learn to Snowboard in a Day (8 hours)
£159.00
n/a
n/a
Fast Track (4 Hours) *
£89.00
£59.00
n/a
Block of 5 Lessons (1 lesson per week /5 weeks) *
£129.00
£109.00
£109.00
Single Lessons (1 skill level in 90 minutes)
£39.00
£29.00
£29.00
* Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday only, dependent on availability.
Book a block of 5 lessons and we will give you an annual membership for £5.
Prices
Private Lessons
2 People
4 People
1 Hour
£109.00
£120.00
To book contact our call centre team on 0871 222 5672 or send us an email
Your Instructors
Olivia Pridmore
Disciplines:
Snowboard
I learned to board at the school of life!
I then became an instuctor so that I could be at one with the mountains - Also because who wouldn’t want their hobby as their job?
I learned to fall badly on the Pow in Whistler. Loved getting bruised so much I wanted to show others how to accomplish the same. Seasons have always eluded me but I do love to get away when I can to enjoy some falling on my face in front of strangers.
Disciplines:
Ski, Snowboard, Freestyle Ski, Ski Racing
I learned to ski in France/Firpark Dryslope Tillicoutry. Raced until I left school then realised the freestyle scene was much more interesting. I enjoy seeing other achieve new skills and also wish to become involved in the British Freeski scene.
When I was younger I lived in Switzerland so I learned to ski on the Swiss slopes. After moving back to bonnie Scotland, I attended every school ski trip on offer.
I first started skiing at Cairngorm age 2, I then spent much of my younger life ski racing on the dry matt at Bearden . I tried snowboarding when I was 18. I was rubbish. Mainly because I was self taught initially. It made me really appreciate how important lessons are; for safely and for skill! Lessons also help you progress faster, so it took me a long time to get the hang of snowboarding, but I persevered and completed BASI level 1 qualification.
I totally love snowboarding and teaching and I’m currently working towards my ISIA qualification.
I’ve done 3 seasons, 2 in France (Meribel and Ste Foy) and one in New Zealand. I’ve also done a fair few seasons in Scotland! Scotland is the best place to shred!
I learnt to snowboard in Canada, at Big White Ski Resort. I became an instructor because I loved the sport, and wanted to teach more people to show how fun a sport it is.
I have taught in Canada, Mt. Norquay for 5months. It was amazing!
I grew up in Aviemore where I learned to board. I spent two seasons in Canada where I was mistaken for Ryan Gosling on a regular basis. I am pretty sure I am his doppelganger.
I learned on the dry slope at Bellahouston. I wanted to become an instructor because I was hooked but couldn’t afford to snowboard at the time! I have done seasons in France, Austria and Japan and worked as a Chalet host in France and for a ski school in Japan.
Born in the Highlands, I started skiing when I was three years old at Glenshee, and as I got older I started training in ski racing. When I turned eight I started snowboarding and fell in love with it.
After learning the basics of freestyle, I started competing in freestyle events - won some and lost some - but 16 years on, I am still here and one of the best freestyle snowboarders in the country. If you want to follow me on Instagram @AngusMalloch