One-day basic splitboard course
550 PLN / per.
About the Course:
The course is designed for groups of up to 5 people or individuals who can snowboard but would like to start their adventure with splitboarding and freeriding. During the training, you will learn the basics of using a splitboard and how to move efficiently on gentle slopes.
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What will you learn during the course?
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How to read avalanche and weather reports
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How to handle a splitboard
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How to mount, remove, and store climbing skins
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Uphill techniques and riding in varied terrain
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Traversing techniques to navigate steep sections
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Is this course for me?
The course is suitable for anyone, regardless of age, who:
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Can snowboard and has no trouble riding down red and black slopes,
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Has the fitness to hike for about 3-4 hours with a backpack, covering an elevation gain of 500-1000 m,
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Possesses the NECESSARY EQUIPMENT.
Where does the course take place?
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We start in Kościelisko, Kiry 11.
There, we pack the prepared equipment and go through the theoretical part of the course.
Then, we head into the picturesque Tatra valleys – depending on conditions, either in the Polish or Slovak Tatras. Therefore, it's recommended to have travel insurance that covers extreme sports.
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When does the course take place?
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The course runs from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (or until your legs give out) on a pre-arranged day. You can check available dates HERE.
What is included in the course price?
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Guidance from a licensed instructor
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Splitboard training
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Rental of necessary equipment: splitboard, climbing skins, bindings, poles, crampons, ice axe, and avalanche safety gear (beacon, probe, shovel)
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What is not included in the price?
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Accommodation
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Accident insurance
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Entrance fee to Tatra National Park (TPN)
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Transportation costs
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Lift tickets
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Meals
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Other necessary gear for mountain touring
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How to book the course?
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Check the availability of your preferred date – you can do it HERE.
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Call us, send an email, or use the contact form to confirm availability and details (number of participants, equipment needs – height, weight, regular/goofy stance, etc.).
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Pay a deposit of 150.00 PLN.
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How is the course paid for?
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The course fee is paid on-site in cash or via BLIK.
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Each course date is arranged individually.
To book: CHECK AVAILABLE DATES AND CONTACT ME
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mail: hi@powderboss.pl
tel: +48 789 395 160
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The group size cannot exceed 5 people.