Ability Level
Your Snowboarding Abilities
Discover Your Snowboarding Potential
Whether you are strapping on a snowboard for the very first time or already carving up the slopes with confidence, Ski Club of Ireland offers the perfect environment to take your abilities to the next level. Our Kilternan facilities are designed to cater to all skill levels, providing a safe, supportive, and exhilarating experience for absolute beginners, developing intermediates, and advanced riders alike. Snowboarding is about freedom, challenge, and enjoyment, and our professional, IASI-certified instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
From first turns to freestyle tricks, Ski Club of Ireland offers expert coaching, top facilities, and a passionate community to help you progress at your own pace. Your snowboarding journey starts here.
Beginner Series
New to snowboarding? Our Beginner Series is the perfect place to start. Designed for complete beginners, this course introduces fundamental skills in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.
What You Will Learn:
- Balance & Control – Side slipping & falling leaf exercises
- Confidence in Motion -Straight running techniques
- Lift Skills – Safe & efficient drag lift use
By the End of the Series, You Will Be Able To:
- Ride the lift with confidence
- Stop safely & manoeuvre with control
- Navigate easier slopes independently
Course Structure:
The series consists of four progressive classes (1-4), taken in sequence to ensure steady progress. Our expert instructors guide you every step of the way to help you master the basics and enjoy your first snowboarding experience.
To ensure safety and the best experience for all participants, please note the following:
- Minimum Age: 13 years
- Minimum Height: 1.4 meters
- Minimum Shoe Size: UK Size 3
Improver Classes
Once you’ve mastered the basics, the Improver Classes help you gain confidence and refine your skills for the next stage of your snowboarding journey.
Improver level begins with a recap of fundamentals to reinforce a solid foundation before introducing targeted exercises.
You will focus on:
- Refining balance and control through varied runs.
- Building confidence with focused practice drills.
- Achieving smooth and consistent basic slide turns.
With plenty of practice and professional guidance, this helps you develop the technique needed to tackle slopes with greater control and enjoyment.
Intermediate Practice Sessions
Had some lessons or snowboarded on holiday? The Intermediate Practice sessions are designed for riders looking to refine technique under practice conditions.
Discover Your Snowboarding Potential
Whether you are strapping on a snowboard for the very first time or already carving up the slopes with confidence, Ski Club of Ireland offers the perfect environment to take your abilities to the next level. Snowboarding is about freedom, challenge, and enjoyment, and our professional, IASI-certified instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
From mastering your balance and learning those first turns we are here to help you progress at your own pace. At Ski Club of Ireland, you will find world-class instruction, cutting-edge facilities, and a welcoming community passionate about sharing the joy of snowboarding. No matter where you start, your snowboarding journey begins here.
Find out your skill level
You’ve never snowboarded before or have only tried once or twice without instruction. You are still learning how to balance, slide, stop, and perhaps have never used a lift before. Our Beginner level 1 to 4 courses start on our user-friendly Snowflex slopes, using travellator lifts to build comfort and confidence. These lessons are Instructor led.
You’ll learn how to:
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Balance on your board
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Slide safely on gentle slopes
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Control speed and stop
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Use the travellator lift
Lessons take place on our soft Snowflex nursery slopes, perfect for learning at your own pace.
You’ve completed a beginner 1 to 4 course with us or have some previous experience on snow. You can slide down gentle slopes, stop safely, and are starting to link basic turns. You may still need help with lift use or feel unsteady on steeper terrain. These lessons are Instructor led.
This level focuses on:
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Linking basic turns
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Improving edge control
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Building confidence on longer runs
Ideal for riders preparing for their next trip to the mountains.
You can confidently link turns, control your speed, and are comfortable using drag lifts like the button lift. You’re ready to practice your carving, refining turns, and riding with more fluidity on longer or steeper slopes.
These practice sessions are not Instructor led. They are for intermediate Boarders only and take place on our main slope using button lifts.
Intermediate Practice sessions help you:
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Ride steeper slopes with ease
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Develop carving skills
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Improve balance and timing
To ensure safety and the best experience for all participants, please note the following:
- Minimum Age: 13 years
- Minimum Height: 1.4 meters
- Minimum Shoe Size: UK Size 3
Find out your skill level
You’ve never snowboarded before or have only tried once or twice without instruction. You are still learning how to balance, slide, stop, and perhaps have never used a lift before. Our Beginner level 1 to 4 courses start on our user-friendly Snowflex slopes, using travellator lifts to build comfort and confidence. These lessons are Instructor led.
You’ll learn how to:
-
Balance on your board
-
Slide safely on gentle slopes
-
Control speed and stop
-
Use the travellator lift
Lessons take place on our soft Snowflex nursery slopes, perfect for learning at your own pace.
You’ve completed a beginner 1 to 4 course with us or have some previous experience on snow. You can slide down gentle slopes, stop safely, and are starting to link basic turns. You may still need help with lift use or feel unsteady on steeper terrain. These lessons are Instructor led.
This level focuses on:
-
Linking basic turns
-
Improving edge control
-
Building confidence on longer runs
Ideal for riders preparing for their next trip to the mountains.
You can confidently link turns, control your speed, and are comfortable using drag lifts like the button lift. You’re ready to practice your carving, refining turns, and riding with more fluidity on longer or steeper slopes.
These practice sessions are not Instructor led. They are for intermediate Boarders only and take place on our main slope using button lifts.
Intermediate Practice sessions help you:
-
Ride steeper slopes with ease
-
Develop carving skills
-
Improve balance and timing
To ensure safety and the best experience for all participants, please note the following:
- Minimum Age: 13 years
- Minimum Height: 1.4 meters
- Minimum Shoe Size: UK Size 3
Advanced Series
Though we don’t run specific Advanced classes, experienced riders can attend practice sessions and participate in freestyle or clinic sessions (when available). Our instructors are happy to offer guidance to challenge your technique further.
If you’re unsure where you fit in, contact our office or speak with an instructor before your first lesson, we’re here to help. Choosing the right level ensures you get the best instruction and maximum progression each session.
Our instructors are always happy to offer guidance for:
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Advanced carving
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Switch riding
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Freestyle skills
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Terrain variation and off-piste preparation
Advanced riders are expected to be fully comfortable on all slopes and lifts.
To ensure safety and the best experience for all participants, please note the following:
- Minimum Age: 13 years
- Minimum Height: 1.4 meters
- Minimum Shoe Size: UK Size 3
