Postponement day - 4th September 2025

Programme Pricing Options:

• 5 week programme with 5 x trail passes and rentals - $150
• 5 week programme only - $75 (requires student to have a school season pass)
• School season pass with rentals -  $109
• School season pass (without rentals) - $59

Parents & caregivers can either purchase a 5 week programme with 5 x trail passes and rentals for $150 or they can buy a school season pass for their child/student with or without rentals so they can ski all season long. Those that purchase the school season pass, also need to purchase the 5 week programme for $75. Those that purchase the 5 week programme with 5 x trail passes and rentals are covered for the 5 days of the programme only. 

School Season Passes and Rentals:

All students are eligible for a School Season Pass or a School Seasons Pass with Rentals at discounted rates. It allows students to come up and ski at snow farm anytime during the winter. These can be purchased at the bottom of the season passes page below. School Family Passes are also available. Students will be issued with a physical season pass that they will need to scan each time they ski at Snow Farm. 

https://snowfarm.nz/season-passes/

Lesson Structure:

Students typically arrive at Snow Farm between 9:30 and 10:00 am, and we aim to have them out on snow by 10:30 am for the morning session. which will conclude around  12:30 pm, at which point they will break for lunch and if the weather allows parents are encouraged to ski with their kids in the afternoon.

The programme outline will vary depending on groups and abilities. Our goal will be to balance the amount of classic skiing and skating for each group depending on their ability. New skiers will have more Classic sessions as they build up their ability levels and fitness, and more advanced skiers will spend more time skating. All groups will spend time on both disciplines. 

Clothing/Equipment:

Cross country skiing is quite different from alpine skiing in that your child will be remaining active all day.  It is important they have dressed appropriately so they remain comfortable, do not overheat or get cold.  Your child will be participating in a wide range of activities not simply skiing.  Because of this, we suggest your child brings the following clothing/equipment to give them options come lesson day.

·  A lightweight wind jacket (for skiing)

·  A heavier Alpine ski style jacket (for snow play/snow-caving activities)

·  Alpine ski pants or lightweight, waterproof over-trousers.

·  A ski hat/beanie

·  Sunglasses are preferred to alpine ski goggles as goggles tend to fog up.

·  Gloves-at least 2 pairs per session, one lightweight and one heavier waterproof pair.

·  Neckwarmer or Buff

·  Thermal Underwear top and bottom

·  Ski socks + an extra pair to change into if your child gets wet feet.

·  A change top (t-shirt + hoodie) for putting on once they have finished skiing.

·  Any asthma/allergy medication, which your child would normally carry.

Food/Drink:

Cross country skiing takes a lot of energy so it’s important your child has adequate supplies of food and drink to keep their energy levels up.  Ensure your child has a full lunch box with nutritious snacks/sandwiches etc.  It would also be advisable to provide your child with a drink bottle they can refill with water to drink throughout the day.

The course content may vary to accommodate weather, conditions, and the skills of the group. The Snow Farm provides the facility, trails, ski equipment, and lessons. The school/parents/caregivers are responsible for transport, food and winter clothing.