Tallington LakesTallington Lakes
Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 9:30pm
Friday: 10:00am – 8:30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
All participants must complete a disclaimer before going on the dry ski slope for the first time.
How to learn to ski or snowboard.
Depending on how you wish to learn how to ski/snowboard we have lessons designed to suit anyone’s needs.
Private Lessons – Available at any level and time.
Day Course – For those wanting to learn how to get from beginner to recreational level all in one day!
Group Ski Lessons – Set structured lessons, with set times throughout the week.
Junior Ski School – Similar to group lessons but tailored to kids. Set structure to lessons and times in the week.
Freestyle Sessions –
Once at the Recreational standard, skiers and snowboarders can use the main slope, unsupervised, to maintain the skills you have learnt in lessons.
Please note:
Arms and legs must be covered, and gloves worn, at all time. There is a water misting system, so you may get wet.
The white surface can be very bright when it’s sunny, so sunglasses or snow goggles may be appropriate.
Please note you will not be able to do any activity at Tallington Lakes without signing our activity agreement to our terms & conditions, prior to the activity. Activity Disclaimer please click here.
Available all year round, private lessons offer greater personal attention to your skiing or snowboarding, and give you the flexibility of arranging them at times that are convenient to you. Our fully trained instructors will help you take your first steps towards the mountains, a fun and rewarding experience.
1 person £29 2 persons £25 each
1 person £37 2 persons £32 each 3 persons £29 each 4 persons £27 each
1 person £57 2 persons £47 each 3 persons £42 each 4 persons £37 each
Up to 2 adults and 3 juniors £130
Please note:
1. Full payment is required at time of booking any private lesson.
2. That for two or more persons a similar ability is required, otherwise the tuition will be based on the lesser standard. We recommend private tuition for younger children for snowboarding but please note there is a minimum age of 10 years old for snowboarding.
3. Please refer to the terms and conditions when making a booking. For more information please call 01778 347000
Group lessons are a fun and sociable way to learn to ski. They have a set criteria and will be conducted to suit the majority of the group. Minimum age 10 years old.
Adults: £25 each including equipment hire
Junior: £20 each including equipment hire
The first session is the most important. This is where you familiarise yourself with the equipment and the basics of skiing. This session is all about gaining balance on your skis through fun, challenging tasks. At the end of this session, you will be able to slide down safely and comfortably with the correct body position.
In this session you will learn how to control your speed and stop. Building on your fundamental skills, from Level 1, you will be taught how to perform a snowplough, learn how to use the lift; get on, go up and get off. By the end of the session, you should be able to use the lift-up to the 2nd exit, successfully perform the snowplough and come to a stop on the slope.
If you are safely controlling your speed, coming to a stop and can confidently use the lift, see Level 2, you can now book onto Level 3. Level 3 is all about turning! After a quick refresh you will be taught how to turn using pressure and rotation. At the end of the session, you will reach the half-way point on the slope controlling your speed and turns down the slope.
Last session you will have been taught how to turn now you will make it to the top of the slope and become a recreational skier. Building on the skills learnt in Level 3 you will continue to progress to the top of the slope. Once you can link turns from the top of the slope, controlling your speed and body position you can come and ski by yourself.
You will now be able to confidently ski using snowplough turns to control your line and speed, see Level 4. The next progression is taking this skiing to parallel to make your skiing more enjoyable and easier. Level 5 will introduce you to plough parallel, meaning your skiing may speed up so you must be confident skiing with pace to be able to complete this level.
The final lesson! You should now be confidently skiing in plough parallel, see Level 5, and in this session you will now introduce parallel turns. You will be taught the J-turn, before linking all your skills together. At the end of this session you should be confidently skiing in parallel.
Please note:
1. Please dress appropriately for the weather but long sleeves, long trousers and gloves must be always worn when on the slope.
2. Always taught to lowest ability in the group
3. Sessions may be cancelled if vacant 48hrs prior to session.
4. Please refer to the terms and conditions page when making a booking.
This day course is a chance to learn to ski or snowboard from a total Beginner to Recreational Standard in a day (Equivalent to group levels 1 to 4)! Successful attendees will be awarded one FREE Recreational voucher upon passing the course. Minimum age 12 years old.
Sundays* 10am – 4:00pm *Skiing/Snowboarding alternating weeks.
Adults £120.00 each including equipment hire.
Juniors £110.00 each including equipment hire.
Please note: lunch is not provided, so please bring your own or we do have a cafe/bar restaurant on-site.
This course is designed for juniors between the ages of 5 and 10 looking to ski – from novice to recreational level – and runs every Saturday and Sunday.
Junior: £13 each including equipment hire
The first session is 30 minutes and designed to introduce your little one to skiing, and only cost £8 per person including equipment hire. This session will introduce them to the equipment, side stepping, sliding and finding their balance. At the end of this session, they should be able to slide down in a straight line with the correct body position. This is also the session where you can decide to carry on through our Junior Ski School or move to Private Lessons.
By now your little one should be happy sliding in a straight line and familiar with side stepping up the slope. This session will introduce the snowplough, and they will learn to control their speed and stop. At the end of this session, they should be able to get into the snowplough stance and control their speed.
This session will see your little one go onto the main slope and use the lift. They will be taught how to get on, slide up and get off the lift correctly, as well as using their snowplough to slide down and stop on the slope.
By the end of this session your little one will be able to use the lift independently and successfully link a snowplough turn ensuring they are in control.
This session will see them move up the main slope to the halfway point where they will be confidently linking several snowplough turns together using good control of speed and body position.
The final session! This will see your little one reach the top of the slope, controlling their snowplough turns with speed, direction and body position. Successful completion of this session will mean they are now able to recreational ski by themselves or join our tigers snow club where they will develop their skiing and progress into parallel.
A fun kids session for those, 5-16yrs only, who have completed the Junior Ski School or for junior skiers who want to develop their skiing skills further. £12 per person including equipment hire.
Please note: may be cancelled if vacant 24hrs prior to session.
The Ski Slope is open for practice all week during normal opening times. Slope users must be able to control speed, direction and use the lift competently, otherwise they will be asked to leave (without refund).
Please call 01778 381154 to check availability; and whether there is maintenance or main slope tobogganing parties.
Teaching by anyone other than Tallington Lakes Ski & Snowboard Centre staff is not permitted; please refer to Dry Ski Slope Rules
Adults: 1 hour: £15
Juniors: 1 hour: £13
Equipment Hire – skis or snowboard and boots £5 – helmet free of charge
What you get with our annual season pass:
Free recreational ski/snowboard (subject to availability and does NOT include equipment hire).
10% off winter products in the shop (does not combine with any other offer/discount).
Prices when purchased:
1st November – 31st January
Adults £140 Junior £120 Family £350
1st February – 30th April
Adults £120 Junior £100 Family £280
1st May – 31st October
Adults £100 Junior £90 Family £225
Please call 01778 381154 for more information.
Please note:
1. Juniors are up to and including 16 years of age, and must be supervised by an adult.
2. For your safety we do insist that long sleeved tops and long legged trousers are worn and that gloves are also used.
3. All juniors are required to wear a helmet (provided free of charge) for skiing and snowboarding without exception.
4. All snowboarders must wear a helmet.
5. The slope may occasionally be closed to recreational skiers when booked by the hour by a large group. Please check by phone if you do not want to be kept waiting.
6. Please refer to the terms and conditions page when making a booking.
A fun instructor led freestyle session open to both skiers and snowboarders, aged 8 years-old and over, £15 per person. Ideal for younger shredders wanting to dial in their skills or experienced riders expanding their library of tricks. We have a variety of features on the slope, from a small tube to a rainbow box!
Please note:
Participants must be able to control speed, direction and use the lift competently. Skiers MUST be able to parallel ski and snowboarders MUST be able to link turns, otherwise they will be asked to leave (without refund).
Please dress appropriately for the weather but long sleeves, long trousers and gloves must be always worn when on the slope.
All juniors 16 years old and under, and snowboarders must wear a helmet.
An hour-long jam for skiers and snowboarders wanting to improve their freestyle. This instructor led session will include one of our features on our nursery slope, think of this as a progression session!
Please Note:
Participants must be able to control speed, and direction.. Skiers MUST be able to parallel ski and snowboarders MUST be able to link turns, otherwise they will be asked to leave (without refund).
Please dress appropriately for the weather but long sleeves, long trousers and gloves must be always worn when on the slope.
All juniors 16 years old and under, and snowboarders must wear a helmet.
An instructor led slalom session for the skier or snowboarder, aged 8 years-old and over, who loves speed! £15 per person. We have three different slalom courses in varying difficulty, from a simple slalom to a technical downhill challenge.
Please note:
Participants must be able to control speed, direction and use the lift competently. Skiers MUST be able to parallel ski and snowboarders MUST be able to link turns, otherwise they will be asked to leave (without refund).
Please dress appropriately for the weather but long sleeves, long trousers and gloves must be always worn when on the slope.
All juniors 16 years old and under, and snowboarders must wear a helmet.
A club for all ages 8 years old and over, at an intermediate or above level, skiers and snowboards welcome. A fun club for those wanting to improve their competitive slalom racing, including the goal of training to compete in the summer ERSA races, or have a go at hitting some freestyle features.
Membership Subscription £250 including:
Club slalom/freestyle sessions (excluding Hike & Hit)
FREE recreational skiing and snowboarding (subject to availability)
Workshop service for your skis/snowboard (maximum 10)
10% shop discount (not including sale items or other offers)*
Call Now 01778 381154
There are many myths regarding dry ski slopes, please feel free to ask us about the slope. Also see Wikipedia for more information on dendix/diamond matting.
Please arrive 15mins prior to the lesson start giving you enough time to get ready, sign in and to correctly fit boots and skis etc
Please head to the reception next to the Slope where you can sign in and fill out the relevant paperwork.
Your arms and legs must be covered and gloves worn at all times on our slope. We do always recommend waterproof clothing also as we do have a misting water system on our slope. If you are skiing or snowboarding we do include boots, helmets, skis or snowboards in our prices unless you want to bring your own.
If you don’t want to commit to a full 6 hour course, we offer the first lesson as a taste and gentle introduction into the sport and may help you decide whether or not it is for you.
Ages 3 to 4?
Half an hour private lessons are best suited for juniors at this age.
Ages 5 – 10?
Private lessons are always an option, however on Saturdays we have Junior Snow School; a group course of 6 lessons designed to get juniors of this age up to recreational standard.
Ages 10+
Private lessons are again an option; we also have Group lessons throughout the week in both skiing and snowboarding or an intensive day course to get up to recreational standard in one day.
All of our group courses start at complete novice, therefore unless you would wish to learn from the start we would recommend private lessons.
If you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to call us on 01778 347000
In-house ski and snowboard servicing workshop, with fully trained staff, using Wintersteiger machines and hand finished. Bring your skis/snowboard along when you come to practice on the slope. Normally two weeks turn around but express service available if you require. Parking no problem – no distance to carry your skis or board.
| SKI SNOWBOARD SERVICING | CHARGE |
| Hot Wax | £15.00 |
| Hot Wax and Edges Sharpened | £18.00 |
| Service 1: Hot Wax, Edges Sharpened and Tuned | £25.00 |
| Service 2: Hot Wax, Edges Sharpened, Tuned and Base Grind | £30.00 |
| Binding Adjustment | £12.00 |
| Binding Mounting | £35.00 |
| Boot Adjustment | £20.00 |
| Patches from | £20.00 |
| Express Service (additional payment) | £10:00 |
A poorly fitted ski boot can cause discomfort, even pain, and affect performance which can take the pleasure out of skiing. Therefore, its worth trying our Ski Boot Fitting Service, including insoles and heat moulding, from our qualified/experience boot fitters. Please book an appointment online to avoid disappointment.
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with our terms and conditions which apply for all slope users.
By making a booking with Tallington Lakes you are deemed to accept and adhere to our Terms and Conditions.
Advanced booking for lessons and parties is advisable at all times to avoid disappointment.
We recommend that you arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your slope time in order for you to get changed and correctly fit skis and boots. All lessons must finish with time to accommodate following sessions; therefore any late arrivals will have reduced session time.
Tallington Lakes reserves the right to refuse admission to a lesson if you are late. No refund or transfer allowed.
Adverse weather: All lessons will run regardless of the weather, unless in conditions of exceptionally high winds, lightning or very dense fog. In these cases, customers will be credited in full.
Junior rates apply to those 16 years of age and under. Tallington Lakes reserves the right to require proof of age.
An adult must stay on the premises if children 16 and under are taking part in an activity.
All rates include the cost of all equipment hire but not clothing or gloves.
All slope users must wear long sleeved tops, long trousers and gloves.
High waisted tops and low rise trousers are not suitable attire.
Cancellation or alteration of bookings must be provided with a minimum of 48 hours notice to allow transfer, or credit note. No refunds given.
Group, corporate and school bookings require 5 days, in writing.
A minimum standard applies to all recreational users-control your speed, link your turns and use the button lift.
If these are not met you will be asked to leave the slopes with no refund.
In the absence of negligence or fraudulent misrepresentation, neither Tallington Lakes nor its employees shall be responsible for the death, personal injury or illness of any visitor whilst on Tallington Lakes premises.
Neither Tallington Lakes nor its employees or agents shall be responsible for any loss, theft or damage to valuables or any personal property that belongs to any visitor whilst on Tallington premises.
Please note you will be unable to do any activity at Tallington Lakes without signing our activity agreement to our terms and conditions prior to the activity. Activity Disclaimer please click here.
Please read the following:
Minimum Standard For Recreational Slope Use – Speed control – Linked turns – ability to use the button lift. If you cannot meet the minimum standard for (untutored) recreational slope use (Minimum Recreational Standard) you must have lessons prior to using the slope.
Only Tallington Lakes staff are allowed to instruct on the slope.
Novices must book in on a course.
Tallington Lakes reserves the right to ask you to leave the slope if you are deemed unable to meet the Minimum Recreational Standard or if we feel you are intoxicated by drink or drugs. In such cases no refund will be given.
All snowboarders and skiers under the age of 16 will be required to wear helmets. These are provided for slope use free of charge.
If you have an existing medical condition which you think may affect your safety on the slope and/or your ability to meet the Minimum Recreational Standard, please seek proper medical advice before visiting Tallington Lakes.
During busy periods, queuing for the button lift may occur, please be aware that customers on lessons may be given priority on the lift at these times.
Tallington Lakes reserves the right to change the slope policies from time to time. Please read and observe the policies displayed before you go on the slope as they may have changed since you last saw them.