GULMMARG BASIC SKIING COURSE
Per Person Cost:
Rs. 32900/- +5% GST
(After 6% Discount on Rs. 35000/-)
Inclusion / Exclusion
Policies
Highlights:
Elevation: 8,694 ft
Duration: 7 Days
Course Level: Basic
| Overview
Best Winter Games Slope
Gulmarg is a city nestled in the Pir Panjal range of the Western Himalayas at an altitude of 8,690 feet above sea level. Literally translated as the ‘Bow of Flowers’, it is surrounded by the glittering snow-capped peaks of the Alps, green pastures, colourful meadows, deep valleys and pine-clad hillsides.
The scenic beauty is famous for its ski resort established in 1927, Gulmarg Gondola – the second longest cable car in Asia and the highest golf course in the world at an altitude of 2,650 meters. Gulmarg is an absolute delight for adventure seekers. Called the ‘heart of winter sports, it offers a plethora of activities such as skiing, snowboarding, horse riding, heli-skiing, snowmobiling, sledging, etc. The best season to visit Gulmarg is from October to June as it is an ideal destination, especially during winter when the snowy landscape transforms into a premier winter sports destination in India. With OnMap you get an opportunity to learn skiing and snowboarding from the first private ski school in Gulmarg was recognized by J&K Tourism and affiliated with the Ski Association of Delhi(member of the Winter Games Federation of India). As we all are aware that adventure training plays a very important role in the development of personality in students. This aspect has been understood by many renowned schools and has been sending their students to such institutions for training in various adventure activities and skiing is one of them.
The school is promoted by a professional team compromising of Mir Mudassar Nazir
(Member of winter Olympic squad, Vancouver 2010), Mr Ayaz Ashraf Zargar(Member of junior Asiad), Tariq Zargar and Shabir Dar (coaching degrees from HAPPO school japan Ski Asociation and Asst. coaches to Swiss coach during the camp organized by WGFI). The team also have coaching expertise of 12+ years in the Indian Institute of Skiing & Mountaineering, Gulmarg. The team will ensure a safe and up-to-date skiing experience with the utmost focus on the latest techniques. Furthermore, the team will have a daily review mechanism to update the students about their progress during the period of training. At the end of the course, the participants will receive a certificate recognized by the Ski Association of Delhi. As a part of the society, we at Gulmarg Snow School are going to conduct 9 nights and 8 days of skiing courses for the students from the 1st week of January onwards.
| Best time to visit:-
Summer: Gulmarg is good during the summer season from April to mid-June. The calm and pleasant summer sun and evening make the trek more pleasant.
Monsoon: In monsoon, the trek route is muddy and slippery. It is better to avoid risky places trekking in this season.
Spring: The spring month from mid-September to early November is considered the best time to do some treks in Gulmarg. Trekking is fun with lush greenery all around and calm weather.
Winter: Gulmarg is best in winter because you get snow-covered meadows for Skiing or Snowboarding which is the main thing in Gulmarg winter.
| Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Gulmarg
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- After reaching Gulmarg, your Instructors will allocate the rooms.
- Allotments of Skiing equipment.
- Introduction to Ski Equipment.
- Enjoy your evening in Gulmarg snowfall and a cozy night after dinner.
Day 2: Ski Fitting, Gliding and Side Stepping
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- You will learn about controlled falls. Before you hit the slopes, you need to know how to control your fall when you lose your balance.
- The goal is to practice control on a slope. We don’t exactly want speed – just enough to move slowly down the slope in a straight line. It’s okay to fall. You probably will… several times. If you feel like you’re losing control and unintentionally accelerating, try widening the snowplow and leaning your weight forward with your shins fully resting on your boots. The inside edge of each ski should be slightly bent into the snow for better control.
- This will continue until 4 or 5 in the evening. You will probably feel drained at the end of the day. Relax once you return to your resort. You earned it. Freshen up and explore Gulmarg in the evening!
Day 3: Snow Plough and Snow Plough Turns
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- It’s basically a controlled way to direct your body, avoid other beginners on the slope, and honestly just have fun. The primary concept is to keep your torso straight, the weight pushing on the inside edge of the ski against the direction you intend to turn.
- For today, You will continue to practise snowplough and snowplough turns until you are comfortable with the new level of speed that comes with these turns.
Day 4: Snow Plough and Snow Plough Turns on a New Slope
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- So today the modules are the same but the slope is new (Highland slope or Slope 85). Moving to a new slope has two goals: to avoid the crowds on the children’s slope and to start training on newer terrain.
- First, you start by going straight down the slope in a snowplough position on skis. This will be done several times before you attempt the snowplough turn.
- Today your instructor will focus on perfecting snowplough turns. The goal is to make smooth S-shaped curves in the snow as you go down the slope. The smoother and more symmetrical they are, the more control you have over the skis.
- Make sure you wear plenty of sunscreens and are layered appropriately to protect yourself from the cold. Glasses are a must every day.
Day 5: Uphill swing and skiing lesson
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- Today you’ll learn how to take an uphill swing (Move upwards) on a slope.
- Today your instructor will focus on perfecting uphill. The goal is to make your walk smooth upward on the snow slope. The more control you have over the skis with the force on your ankles.
Day 6: Skiing Course Assessment, Competition, Certification and Medal Distribution
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- Today is the day when you will literally test your skills. It’s time to evaluate your skiing skills. Your instructor will test your knowledge of skiing (theory + practice) and notify you of your certification. Expect to be tested on the snowplough, snowplough turns, side step and stem turns.
- You’ll use the morning to brush up on your skills. This will be followed by a competition – a mini slalom-style race – held on a slope chosen by your instructor. During the competition, you will be graded on three factors: speed, technique and control.
- After the competition, there will be a final ceremony where diplomas and medals will be handed out (gold, silver and bronze for the first three places in the race).
- After the ceremony, take your time on the slope and return to the hotel for a cosy evening with kahwa.
Day 7: Departure from Gulmarg
Altitude: 8,500 ft
Highlight:
- On this day after breakfast you can say buy to Gulmarg and your instructor according to your time!
| Gulmarg beginners skiing course package:
Inclusions:
- 6 Nights accommodation accordingly (shared by (4 students (kids) (3 Adults) in a room).
- All meals with packed lunch on the slope.
- Heated rooms with running hot and cold water.
- Basic ski equipment rental (One pair of skis, ski poles, and snowshoes will be provided)
- Bar lift (portable lift) passes.
- Highly-qualified instructors for teaching.
- Lessons take place daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch break from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the current rate (5%).
Exclusions:
- Travel from Shrinagar city to Gulmarg and back to Shrinagar (If you want to include it, then please let us know).
- Students have to report themselves at Gulmarg on the day of course commencement.
- Anything else which is not mentioned in inclusion.
- Accommodation in Shrinagar and Tangmarg. We can arrange this for an additional fee.
- Travel insurance or any other type of insurance (it is recommended that participants take out the relevant insurance themselves).
- Any accommodation, travel, or transportation (any change or upgrade) outside of the itinerary for any reason.
- Single occupancy will incur a surcharge (Rs. 20,000 per person, for the duration of the course).
- Costs and expenses for medical treatment in case of evacuation or in case of any medical condition or emergency or for any reason.
- Instructor Fee for Personalised Instructor (Rs 2000 per day, per instructor).
- Gulmarg-Phase 1- Phase 2- Gulmarg Ropeway Tickets or Extra Auli Lift Charges or Auli Chair Car Ride.
- Charges for Gulmarg Evening Tour.
- Any bills/expenses of a personal nature or any gifts, tours, tips, gifts, helicopter fees, etc.
- Any drinks, gifts, tips for instructors, etc.
- Any other costs or expenses not specifically included in the price
| Gulmarg Basic Skiing Course Policies
Confirmation Policy
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.
Refund Policy
- All applicable refund amounts will be processed within 10 business days.
- All refunds will be credited to the client’s respective account.
- If the duration of the course is shortened for the client for any reason due to late arrival or early check-out – No refund.
- No reimbursement/no compensation if a ski lesson is interrupted or cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, due to client safety or a client’s health problem on site or the client has to cancel on-site due to medical condition or any other reason. The instructor’s decision on this will be final and binding on the clients.
Cancellation Policy
- In case of cancellation 30 days to 15 days before the travel date, 15% of the total cost of the tour will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In case of cancellation 15 days before the travel date, 15% of the total cost of the tour will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In case of cancellation 15 days to 11 days before the travel date, 50% of the total cost of the tour will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In case of cancellation within 10 days from the date of arrival or for no-show – no refund.
| Important advisory
- Ski lessons are conducted by experienced, professional and medal-winner local ski instructors of Gulmarg Ski & Snowboard School.
- Participants will receive a certificate for participation and successful completion of the basic level ski course (Proficiency level as defined by Gulmarg Ski & Snowboard School).
- Activity is open for all age groups. Kids above 5 years of age can participate.
- An indicative list of preferred equipment and winter clothing is given in Annexure.
- Clients are advised to consult their physician and take suitable preventive medication (prescribed, if any) as a precaution for high altitude sickness (Maximum altitude Auli 2600 metres above sea level.
- No refund of costs/any compensation if ski/snowboarding lessons are aborted or cancelled due to unfavourable weather conditions or health issues for clients on-site, keeping in mind the safety of the clients.
- Gulmarg Ski & Snowboard School’s Instructors’ decision on this will be final and binding on clients.
- All clients (and parents on behalf of minors) have to complete and sign Gulmarg Ski & Snowboard School’s mandatory Client Information and Waiver Form before starting the ski lessons.
- Gulmarg Ski & Snowboard School promotes ecologically sensitive responsible tourism and we seek our clients’ support to help us leave a minimum ecological footprint.
| Equipment you need to bring:
- Beanie
- Sunscreen (SPF 40+)
- Neck warmer
- Bandana
- Waterproof gloves min 2000 mm
- 2 to 3 Pairs of thermal (Up and Down)
- 2 Fleece
- 1 Skiing Jacket up to -5 to -10
- 1 Skiing Pant
- 2 to 3 Pairs of long skiing socks
SCHEDULE OF BATCHES – JANUARY TO MARCH 2023 SEASON*
Batches | January 2022 | February 2022 |
Batch 1 | 1st to 7th | 29th to 4th |
Batch 2 | 8th to 14th | 5th to 11th |
Batch 3 | 15th to 21st | 12th to 18th |
Batch 4 | 22nd to 28th | 19th to 25th |
Batch 5 | 15th to 20th | 26th to 4th March |
Per Person Cost:
Rs. 32900/- +5% GST
(After 6% Discount on Rs. 35000/-)
Inclusion / Exclusion
Policies
Highlights:
Elevation: 8,694 ft
Duration: 7 Days
Course Level: Basic
Services We provide
Why OnMap Adventure
Safety Team for you:
We are experienced and certified adventure sports operator with a team of professionals enthusiasts to ensure our clients full safety.
We are for you:
We are focused on customer service and satisfaction is our priority. Our motive is to provide the best services to our clients, so we focus less on outsourcing and handle things ourselves for better services.
Associations:
We are certified for our activities by significant travel and tourism associations in India such as the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and States Tourism.
Knowledge Processing:
We are focused on creating awareness about adventure sports and our goal is to provide information about particular adventure activities while performing.
