SKI IS THE LIMIT

The skiing program has been designed for learning how to ski. Ideal for beginners or first time skiers; the program runs out of Solang Valley near Manali.

The program starts with an introduction to skiing and its equipment. Participants learn how to balance on skis - standing and walking, turning techniques - Clock Turn and Kick Turn, walking uphill - Herring Bone and Side Stepping, skiing on the flat surfaces and on the fall line. This is followed by fall and recovery drills and finally by lots of time on the slopes. The inme camp ends with the children participating in The Great Slalom Race.

Day 1 - Settling in

Arrive at Manali. Transfer to Solang and settle into rooms. Ice

breakers and group activities helps the participants know each

other better. This is followed by program briefing, expectation

setting and introduction to the equipment and skiing gear.

Participants learn the basics of skiing – balancing, start, stop,

different skiing postures, understanding the fall line on a low

gradient skiing slope.

Day 2 - Skill building

Start the day with practicing the skills learnt the previous day.

Learn turning techniques - kick turn & snow plough, walking

uphill – herring bone & side stepping, skiing on flat surfaces

and on the fall line. The day is spent maneuvering down a

slope using all the skills learnt.

Day 3 - On the slopes

Leave for a slope with a higher gradient and go over all the

techniques learnt. Enjoy a picnic style lunch in the snow and

then continue to do full slope skiing. Evening games around

the bonfire will be held at the hotel.

Day 4 - Big Slope

Hit the highest slope with the steepest gradient of the

program and practice new jumping techniques. Post a picnic

style lunch; participate in an obstacle course of jumps, turns

and stops. A fun filled exciting day! The evening is spent

around the bonfire playing games.

Day 5 - Homeward

Post a closing session and some free time in the snow, the

group gets to explore and shop in Manali. In the evening,

leave for Delhi by bus.

We have received snowfall on the program dates every year

since 2012 except for 2016. Incase of no/inadequate snowfall

on program dates, we will convert the program to a snow trek.

We will take the participants to Sethan (15 kms from Manali)

for a trek.

DAY WISE PLANSubject to weather and logistics

TRAVELTravel to Manali from Delhi in an AC Volvo bus.

Departure from Delhi at 5:30 pm from airport Terminal

1 bus parking.

From Manali, we travel to Solang via cars/jeeps.

ACCOMMODATIONHotel accommodation at Solang valley. Separate

rooms will be provided for girls and boys on sharing

basis.

WEATHERo

Temperatures can be as low as -3 C. The area is

expected to be snowed in.

CAMPUS AND AREAWe Ski at Solang Valley ahead of Manali. Famous for

its ski slopes, Solang is a beautiful valley with

enchanting views of snow capped mountains and

meadows.

Location: 13 kms from Manali.

TOILETS The hotel has built up toilets and baths. Toilets have

WCs and hand faucets. Baths have running water and

fittings and hot water is provided.

INSTRUCTORS AND MEDICAL SUPPORT1:6 instructor to child ratio.

Instructors include a mix of lady and male instructors.

We have a doctor on call for the program.

FOODWholesome nourishing meals are freshly prepared by

trained staff. The spread is largely vegetarian with

option of eggs for breakfast and non-vegetarian

dinners 2-3 times on the program. Other than

breakfast, lunch and dinner, snacks and refreshments

are served at appropriate times with emphasis on

hydration.

FITNESS AND PREPARATIONThe program will be a little demanding compared to

the usual physical and outdoor activities a child may

be used to. Flexibility, agility and stamina will help the

participant enjoy the expedition.

We recommend a daily jog (30 minutes) for a month

before the program.

In the last 2 weeks before departure, lots of stretching

and flexibility building exercises will help. Use the

shoes that you want to carry for the program.