For the winter 2010/11 we will be running small off piste programs for those wanting to get away from the the usual runs. We will have various levels from

Beginner Program - where we help you with off piste technique and introduce you to small areas easily accessible and close to home.

Intermediate program - Where we venture out onto steeper terrain that may involve a bit of hiking. You would have ridden off piste before but nothing gnarly but want to get better.

Advanced Program - For those that are confidant in riding off piste and you just want us to show you where the best powder is. You will be happy to earn those turns (ie walk). Snow shoes and hiking poles may be needed.

Initially the program is aimed at groups of friends that are looking for something different from their time in Bansko. Individual requests are fine and will be treated as an off piste private lesson.

The duration of the sessions can vary depending on the snow conditions. They can be from 2 hours to a 4 day course. Every program will have a safety briefing and a basic avalanche awareness session just to help with your knowledge.

We take safety VERY seriously and for our intermediate and advanced programs we insist that everyone has full safety gear that includes, transceiver, shovel and a probe. We can hire this for you and it will be compulsory. We will spend one of the sessions familierising everyone on how to use it.

As there are so many option please email us to discuss your requirements.