Ski BC
COURSE OVERVIEW
Spending a week in the Rocky Mountains all while earning a credit, life’s good.
Let your passion for skiing and sport come to life on your weeklong leadership journey to the West Coast. If you’re interested in sports instruction, teaching physical education, or being a leader in your extracurricular pursuits, this course will help you hone the necessary skills for success!
Gain professional assistance from experienced ski and snowboard instructors. Let your passion for adventure come to life with views unmatched anywhere else in the country. After intense days on the slopes, settle in each evening for educational classes to help you identify your leadership strengths, build your mentorship skills, and step into a new role in your athletic pursuits.
ACTIVITIES
Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.
FIVE DAY MOUNTAIN PASS
Grab your skis or your snowboard and explore beautiful Red Mountain.
PERSONAL INSTRUCTION
Take your skills to the next level with a lesson from a professional Red Mountain instructor.
EVENT PLANNING WORKSHOP
Learn about event planning from Red Mountain Resort’s experienced event coordinators.
STUDENT LED ACTIVITIES
Practice your leadership skills by planning a fun “Apres Ski” social event.
PEER MENTORSHIP
Hone your training skills with a valuable peer mentorship assignment.
PRICES & DATES
Travel Date:
March 10 – 17
Course:
Recreation & Healthy
Active Living Leadership
Grade 12, University/College (PLF4M)
Prerequisite:
Any health or physical education course
Price:
$3,990.00
Availability:
Travel Date:
March 10 – 17
Course:
Communication Technology Grade 12 University/college (TGJ4M)
Prerequisite:
Grade 11 Communication Technology (TGP3M, TGV3M, or TGJ3M),
We will also accept AQW3M
Price:
$3,990.00
Availability:
Program Fees
Program Fee
Early Bird Price $3,990.00 **Price will increase on October 15th, 2023
Ski/Snowboard Equipment Options
Students may bring their own equipment from home or rent equipment at the resort.
Cost of rental: TBD.
Cost of oversize baggage fee: TBD
Insurance
(as required by our education partner)
Premium Travel Protection $175.00
Registration Deadline
Program may fill before deadline of January 15, 2024
MANDATORY DATES
February 10
10:00am – 3:00pm
Orientation and First Class
Parents, students and teachers meet in the morning to review travel expectations and the itinerary. Teachers and students meet in the afternoon for their first class and to work on introductory assignments.
February 11 – 24
(approx 10 hours)
*in total to be completed at any convenient time of the student’s choice
Independent Learning Online
Students will work independently to complete and submit assignments. Teachers will be available to answer questions through the online platform.
February 24 and March 2
9:00am – 3:30pm
Pre-trip Online Classes
Teachers and students will interact online as students participate in direct teaching, group activities, discussions and presentations.
March 10 – 17
Travel
Experience the course firsthand and make real world applications.
April 6
9:30am – 3:30pm
Post-trip (Online) Class
Teachers are available to answer any questions during designated hours while students complete their summative assignments.
ALL INCLUSIVE
Each program covers all essential costs and all excursions, whether educational or leisure. We believe that each group should share the same experience.
Teachers and Administrators
Airfare and Transport
Hotels and Accommodations
Breakfasts and Dinners
Excursions and Sightseeing
Experiential Learning Experience
EduTravel Education Guide
All Gratuities and Applicable Taxes
Professional Tour Guides
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Each day is thoughtfully planned to provide an unforgettable adventure that will teach lessons about the course, individuals and the world around.
MORNING ROUTINE
Students enjoy breakfast at the hotel
and review the day’s activities.
MORNING ACTIVITY
Student led warm-up.
LUNCH
Students enjoy a lunch break.
AFTERNOON ACTIVITY
Put your ski and snowboard skills to
the test and explore Red Mountain.
LATE AFTERNOON
Skiing and snowboarding.
DINNER
Dinner at a local restaurant.
EVENING ACTIVITY
Students participate in team building games.