2 Hours Mono Skiing Lesson

The Snow Centre, near the Trafford Centre is an easily accessible, fun and popular leisure destination that is packed with fun things to do for the whole family, snowsports enthusiasts and beginners alike!
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At The Snow Centre we’re home to the longest real snow slope in the UK. What says ‘fun’ more than real snow – and lots of it? From sledging and sliding to ski and snowboard lessons and private tuition. We cater for all age groups from 4 yrs upwards, so we’ve really got something for everyone! There’s even a comfortable viewing gallery for the less active, so you can sit back, enjoy a coffee, and watch the excitement unfold.

The Snow Centre has a number of wheelchair accessible toilets and a combined toilet and changing facility, with a hoist and changing bed, that meets the ChangingPlaces standard.

https://thesnowcentre.com/manchester

The Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead is the newest Snowsports destination in the UK with the closest REAL SNOW to London. Home to a 160m main slope & the largest indoor lesson slope, the centre boasts perfect snow conditions all year round. Hosting a range of skiing and snowboarding lessons for adults and children from 3 years old, lift passes, freestyle sessions and the ultimate sledging experience there is something for everyone to have a great day out!

The Lodge Bar & Kitchen overlooking the slopes offer a wide choice of drinks, snacks, full meals and a licensed bar with free WIFI and parking. 

Our address

The Snow Centre St Albans Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP3 9NH

Directions by Car

We are just 5 minutes from the M1 (Junction 8) and 10 minutes from the M25 (Junction 20), SatNav our postcode on HP3 9NH. We’ve got 280 FREE car parking spaces. Please respect our neighbours and only use designated parking spaces in The Snow Centre’s car park.

On the day

We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the lesson, leaving enough time to park, maybe have a drink or snack and then get kitted up for the lesson.

• For DSUK Lessons come up to level 1 and pass around the side of reception and wait by the window overlooking the slope, marked ‘Adaptive Snowsports Meeting Point’ and await your instructor
• Your DSUK instructor might be busy with other lessons when you arrive, so don’t worry if you can’t see them straight away.  If you are going to be using regular ski/ board boots and skis/ board – go up the rental counter, say you are with DSUK, and get them to sort out your equipment.
• There are changing rooms behind the lockers (on the right).  There is a larger changing room at the far end (nearest rental desk) that will accommodate a wheelchair.   Lockers for bags cost £1, but that is refundable.
• If you need a ski jacket and ski trousers these can be rented, at a special DSUK price of £3, from the clothing desk within the rental area (say you’re with DSUK, or wait for your instructor).  For skis / snowboard/ boots go up to the end rental desk and ask for the appropriate kit.
• If you are going to be sit skiing, either bring warm outdoor boots or borrow a pair of snowboard boots from the rental desk for the lesson.
• Helmets are obligatory and can be found on the stands in the rental area.
• Any concerns, just ask the centre staff where to go and what to do – so that you can be ready for the start of the lesson.
• Come earlier and have some food or drink in the cafe ‘The Lodge’ on the second floor overlooking the slope.

SnowDome opened its doors in Tamworth as the UK’s first real snow indoor venue in 1994 and remains a leading choice for skiers and snowboarders in the region and beyond. All year round snow provides the perfect Alpine surface to learn and enjoy these sports in a fun environment. The premises consist of a 170-metre main slope and two separate 30 metre and 25-metre teaching slopes. SnowDome offers top class tuition for skiing and snowboarding, hire of equipment, various activities, group packages, business events and over the years has expanded its offer to include a gym and pool facilities and a selection of bars and restaurants. 

Our address

SnowDome Leisure Island, River Drive Tamworth Staffordshire B79 7ND

Directions by Car

Just 5 minutes from junction 10 of the M42 or M6 toll road. Follow all signs to Tamworth and pick up the brown tourist information signs to the SnowDome. There is a flat rate £2 parking charge payable by card on exit

On the day

We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the lesson, leaving enough time to park, maybe have a drink or snack and then get kitted up for the lesson.