National Schools Snowsport Week 2018 set to launch

Artificial slopes across England and Wales are set to offer free or heavily discounted activities to school and youth groups as part of National Schools Snowsport Week.

Governing body Snowsport England has teamed up with headline sponsor Interski to launch the third in a series of series of successful events.

The third National Schools Snowsport Week will take place from Monday 23 until Sunday 29 April 2018 and is aimed at giving pupils at primary and secondary schools, as well as sixth form colleges, the chance to try skiing or snowboarding.

Some slopes, including the Snowdome Tamworth, are offering entirely free sessions, while others have availability from as little as £1.50 per person. Schools can find their closest slope and offers at www.nssw.co.uk

Seventy-seven schools and over 2,000 young people took part in National Schools Snowsport Week 2017, more than double the amount of the previous year, and Snowsport England are confident this will rise again in 2018 following the exciting performances and inspiration of the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

Luke Williams, Snowsport England initiative Leader said: “For some school children, National Schools Snowsport Week will be the first time they’ve been on skis or a snowboard. For others, it opens up the opportunity to develop their existing skills and try racing, freestyle or ski or snowboard cross.

“For everyone that takes part, we aim for it to be an enriching experience, which not only brings people together but also helps build strength and define skills of balance and agility.”

Visit www.nssw.co.uk for details about to get involved with National Schools Snowsport Week or follow Snowsport England on Twitter @SnowsportEng #SchoolSnowsport.