ski is the limit - inme · 2019-09-30 · travel to manali from delhi in an ac volvo bus. departure...
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SKI IS THE LIMIT
The skiing program has been designed for learning how to ski. Ideal for beginners or first time skiers; the program runs out of Solang Valley near Manali.
The program starts with an introduction to skiing and its equipment. Participants learn how to balance on skis - standing and walking, turning techniques - Clock Turn and Kick Turn, walking uphill - Herring Bone and Side Stepping, skiing on the flat surfaces and on the fall line. This is followed by fall and recovery drills and finally by lots of time on the slopes. The inme camp ends with the children participating in The Great Slalom Race.
Day 1 - Settling in
Arrive at Manali. Transfer to Solang and settle into rooms. Ice
breakers and group activities helps the participants know each
other better. This is followed by program briefing, expectation
setting and introduction to the equipment and skiing gear.
Participants learn the basics of skiing – balancing, start, stop,
different skiing postures, understanding the fall line on a low
gradient skiing slope.
Day 2 - Skill building
Start the day with practicing the skills learnt the previous day.
Learn turning techniques - kick turn & snow plough, walking
uphill – herring bone & side stepping, skiing on flat surfaces
and on the fall line. The day is spent maneuvering down a
slope using all the skills learnt.
Day 3 - On the slopes
Leave for a slope with a higher gradient and go over all the
techniques learnt. Enjoy a picnic style lunch in the snow and
then continue to do full slope skiing. Evening games around
the bonfire will be held at the hotel.
Day 4 - Big Slope
Hit the highest slope with the steepest gradient of the
program and practice new jumping techniques. Post a picnic
style lunch; participate in an obstacle course of jumps, turns
and stops. A fun filled exciting day! The evening is spent
around the bonfire playing games.
Day 5 - Homeward
Post a closing session and some free time in the snow, the
group gets to explore and shop in Manali. In the evening,
leave for Delhi by bus.
We have received snowfall on the program dates every year
since 2012 except for 2016. Incase of no/inadequate snowfall
on program dates, we will convert the program to a snow trek.
We will take the participants to Sethan (15 kms from Manali)
for a trek.
DAY WISE PLANSubject to weather and logistics
TRAVELTravel to Manali from Delhi in an AC Volvo bus.
Departure from Delhi at 5:30 pm from airport Terminal
1 bus parking.
From Manali, we travel to Solang via cars/jeeps.
ACCOMMODATIONHotel accommodation at Solang valley. Separate
rooms will be provided for girls and boys on sharing
basis.
WEATHERo
Temperatures can be as low as -3 C. The area is
expected to be snowed in.
CAMPUS AND AREAWe Ski at Solang Valley ahead of Manali. Famous for
its ski slopes, Solang is a beautiful valley with
enchanting views of snow capped mountains and
meadows.
Location: 13 kms from Manali.
TOILETS The hotel has built up toilets and baths. Toilets have
WCs and hand faucets. Baths have running water and
fittings and hot water is provided.
INSTRUCTORS AND MEDICAL SUPPORT1:6 instructor to child ratio.
Instructors include a mix of lady and male instructors.
We have a doctor on call for the program.
FOODWholesome nourishing meals are freshly prepared by
trained staff. The spread is largely vegetarian with
option of eggs for breakfast and non-vegetarian
dinners 2-3 times on the program. Other than
breakfast, lunch and dinner, snacks and refreshments
are served at appropriate times with emphasis on
hydration.
FITNESS AND PREPARATIONThe program will be a little demanding compared to
the usual physical and outdoor activities a child may
be used to. Flexibility, agility and stamina will help the
participant enjoy the expedition.
We recommend a daily jog (30 minutes) for a month
before the program.
In the last 2 weeks before departure, lots of stretching
and flexibility building exercises will help. Use the
shoes that you want to carry for the program.