Not quite ready to conquer Big Mama? No worries – at Porters we want everyone to get the most out of their time with us, no matter their skiing ability.
Porters is a great place to learn. Our internationally qualified instructors are friendly and fun, and they know not only how to get beginners moving with ease, but how to refine the techniques of the more advanced.
We have a wide array of instructors who specialise in varying abilities and skills. We offer professional instruction for all aspects of skiing, snowboarding and telemarking (please inquire).
NZSIA level 1 Ski Exam
This year we will be holding a NZSIA Ski exam at porters. It goes for 4 days from the 30th of August until the 2nd of September. It will be the first alpine ski exam held at porters, we have already enough booked in for 1 course of 8 students, a 2nd examiner is available if places fill up. Book in now @ www.nzsia.org.
Porters Snow School – 2011 lesson times
Lessons with the Porters instructors are available at the following times, please check with the Porters ticket office if you are unsure or have an alternative request. If you require a group lesson, you need to be here one hour before your lesson starts to confirm your booking. Please note that all group lessons take place at the Snomat carpet lift or intermediate platter lift. Lessons venturing further on the mountain are private lessons for either individuals or private groups.
Beginners
10.00am to 12.00pm – Beginner Ski or Snowboard
1.00pm to 3.00pm – Beginner Ski or Snowboard
Intermediates (2nd time)
10.00am to 12.00pm – Intermediate Ski or Snowboard
1.00pm to 3.00pm – Intermediate Ski or Snowboard
Private Lessons (beginner to advanced)
9.00am or 3:00pm – Early & Late Private Lesson
Other times for private lessons can be arranged – please inquire at the ticket office.
Meet the Porters Instructors – 2011 coming soon….
The Porters Snow School instructors are a lively bunch of individuals from NZ and all over the globe, with a wealth of knowledge ready to pass on to you. If you’re new to these sports, or are looking to improve your technique, they’re the ones you need to talk to.
We’ll have the 2011 Porters Snow School lineup here leading into winter 2011…. Watch this space.
