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Big White Instructor Course - Week 7

Welcome back to another update from Big White where we have been blessed with sunshine and fresh snow; the best combo possible.

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What would a Brexit mean for a ski holiday in Europe - infographic

The UK goes to the polls on 23rd June and if, like with the team at SnowSkool, skiing/ snowboarding is your life you probably want to vote to remain in the EU and have full and unrestricted access to the world’s favourite ski areas.

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The best of the best: five of the world’s greatest ski runs

There are hundreds - thousands - of ski runs for you to choose from across the world, from Canada to France, Italy to Switzerland. All have their merits, this much is true - but when it comes to the best of the best, which ones come out on top?

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Ski Fashion through the ages: from the 1950s to the present day

Just like any trends that have taken place since the 1950s - from poodle skirts to chunky highlights - ski gear has certainly been no exception in providing Facebook photos that elicit gasps of “what was I thinking?” when someone gets hold of an old picture and tags you in it.

Here, we reminisce with us about some classic ski gear, from the past few decades:

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Steep, deep and unpatrolled… plan for a safer backcountry adventure

Snowskool’s Sales and Marketing Manager - and former ski instructor and ski patrol member - Chris Glebocki, has seen his fair share of off-piste situations. Here’s his advice on the basics you need for a safer backcountry adventure.

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Five of the Scariest Black Runs in The World

Maybe you’re seeking an extra challenge - maybe you’re looking for something that’ll ensure you are the talk of the town during that evening’s après-ski. Whatever your reasons for seeking out the world’s scariest black runs, there’s no denying that you’ll get your daily RDA of adrenaline, and then some, with this lot.

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Xmas Gifts for The Skier or Snowboarder in Your Life

On the first day of Christmas, my true love said ‘let’s ski!’

With not too many shopping days to go, here is our list of xmas gift selections for skiers and snowboarders, sure to please the powder hound in your life.

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Powdersurfing - a new Snowsport

Without the normal constraints found on skis and snowboards, the ability to perform binding free in powder requires precision, finesse, and a passionate sense of discovery. Find out more about Powdersurfing.

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SnowSkool - Career Success Stories: Volume 1

A ski or snowboard instructor course can give you some of the best days of your life, and then completely transform your career - leading to opportunities accross the globe. But don't just take our word for it, here are three of Snowskool's past students and what they're up to now...

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Skiing Vs. Snowboarding for Beginners

At Snowskool, we’re often asked by beginners what’s the best discipline to take up, skiing or snowboarding. So we’ve put together this handy guide on the subject, based on the sage advice of Snowskool’s founder, and snow scholar, Phil Purdie:

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