GET STARTED IN SNOWSPORTS
Watched the thrills of snowsport at the Olympics and Paralympics and felt inspired? Our Seen, Love, Try campaign is here to turn that spark of excitement into your first run on the snow.
Whether you were captivated by the speed, skill, or style, this is your chance to get involved. Through this page, you can easily find beginner lessons, explore progression pathways in your chosen discipline, and connect with local clubs that will support your journey.
From first timers to future competitors, everyone starts somewhere. You’ve seen it. You love it. Now it’s time to try it.
TRY IT: FIND BEGINNER LESSONS
New to snowsport? Find beginner classes near you.
Skiing and snowboarding is fantastic fun and pretty easy to learn. You can learn the basics in one day, but with a few more, you’ll be ready to venture onto the Scottish Mountains!
The first step is to find a centre with a snowsports school.
Artificial slope ski schools are open all year round. Mountain Ski Schools are snow dependent (although some have dry slopes too). Most snowsport schools offer private one-to-one lessons or group lessons. To find ski schools that can cater for learners with disabilities and additional needs visit our adaptive page.
Learning on an artificial slope in the warmer months can be a great way to get started. And once the snow arrives and you are ready, you can then advance to the mountain ski school to experience that alpine environment for the first time
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ADVENTURE ABERDEEN SNOWSPORTS CENTRE
Artificial Centre
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ALFORD SKI CENTRE
Artificial Centre
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BEARSDEN SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Artificial Centre
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CAIRNGORM SNOWSPORTS SCHOOLS
Mountain Resort
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FIRPARK SKI CENTRE
Artificial Centre
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GLASGOW SKI & SNOWBOARD CENTRE
Artificial Centre
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GLENCOE SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL
Mountain Resort
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GLENSHEE SKI & BOARD SCHOOL
Mountain Resort
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HUNTLY NORDIC AND OUTDOOR CENTRE
Artifical/On Snow Centre (Cross Country/Nordic)
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LECHT SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL
Mountain Resort
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LOCH INSH OUTDOOR CENTRE
Artifical Centre
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MIDLOTHIAN SNOWSPORTS CENTRE
Artificial Centre
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NEVIS RANGE INDEPENDENT INSTRUCTORS
Mountain Resort
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PEAK PARK (FORMERLY NEWMILNS)
Artificial Centre
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POLMONTHILL SNOWSPORTS CENTRE
Artificial Centre
LOVE IT: PROGRESS YOUR SKILLS
Ready to improve? Explore new disciplines, join progression sessions or connect with local clubs and be part of the community.
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ABERDEEN SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Freestyle P+P, Alpine, Adults, Skiing, Snowboarding
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ARBROATH SKI CLUB
Skiing, Snowboarding, Roller Skiing
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BATHGATE SKI CLUB
Alpine, Everyone
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BEARSDEN SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Freestyle P+P, Alpine, Adults, Skiing, Snowboarding
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BRITISH BACKCOUNTRY
Backcountry Snowsports
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CAIRNGORM SKI CLUB
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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CAIRNGORM SNOWBOARD CLUB
Snowboard
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EDINBURGH SKI CLUB
Skiing, Snowboarding, Everyone
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FIFE NORDIC SKI CLUB
Nordic/XC Skiing, Roller Skiing
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FUTURES SESSIONS
Park + Pipe: Try It/Progression
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GLASGOW SKI RACING
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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GLENCOE SKI CLUB
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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GLENMORE LODGE
Backcountry Snowsports
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GORDON SKIERS
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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GRAMPIAN SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Skiing, Snowboarding, Alpine, Freestyle P+P, Adults, Kids
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HUNTLY NORDIC SKI CLUB
Nordic/XC Skiing, Roller Skiing
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LOTHIAN SKI RACING
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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MUCKHART & DISTRICT SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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POLMONTHILL SNOWSPORTS CLUB
Skiing, Snowboarding, Adults
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RAF NORDIC
Cross country, Biathlon
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SCOTTISH POLICE RECREATION ASSOCIATION
Police affiliation or family connection, range of sporting activities
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SCOTTISH SCHOOLS SNOWSPORTS ASSOCIATION
Alpine, Kids, Skiing
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SCOTTISH SKI CLUB
Alpine, Kids, Everyone, Ski trip
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WANDERING WORKSHOPS
Backcountry Snowsports
SNOWSPORTS IN SCHOOLS
Inspired by the Olympics? Bring the whole school to the mountains.
Tthe Scottish Schools Snowsports Association (SSSA) hosts a series of School Snowsports competitive events at selected Scottish mountains and artificial centre, designed to give pupils the chance to experience the thrill of snowsports races in a fun, supportive environment.
Schools can bring as many pupils as they wish for a full day racing in Alpine, Park + Pipe and Cross events - please enquire with your school admin team to see if this is applicable for your school.
WHAT TO EXPECT
⛷️ Challenging slalom race courses
🏂 Progressive freestyle parks
🎿 Ski or snowboard cross events
👩🏫 Qualified staff on hand
FIS CODE OF CONDUCT ON THE SLOPES
The FIS Rules of Conduct are the essential guidelines that help keep everyone safe and enjoying their time on the slopes. Whether you’re skiing or snowboarding, these simple, common-sense rules explain how to ride responsibly, respect others, and avoid accidents in busy mountain environments. Understanding and following the FIS Rules helps create a safer, more fun experience for everyone on snow.
