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Intermediate Ski Progression

₹24,999

Dates

Jan - Mar 2027

Duration

7 Days

Target Audience

Skiers comfortable on blue runs

Course Overview

Take your skiing to the next level. We will focus on parallel turns, carving, and riding steeper terrain.

What this course covers:

Refine your stance and transition from snowplow to smooth parallel turns.
Master edge control, weight transfer, and the rhythm of proper pole planting.
Learn the fundamentals of carving to maintain speed and control on steeper terrain.
Acquire confidence navigating the chair lift and handling variable snow conditions.
Explore advanced intermediate routes and accessible tree-lined trails on Phase 1.

Day by Day Itinerary

Welcome back to the slopes with WeSkiHimalayas! Upon arrival in Gulmarg, check into your accommodation to rest and acclimatize. Later in the day, you will meet your instructors to discuss your current skill level, review safety protocols, and map out your goals for the week.

We start the day by getting you fitted with performance ski gear that offers better responsiveness for intermediate techniques. Once geared up, we head to the familiar lower slopes or lower Phase 1 to assess your current technique. Instructors will focus on correcting any lingering bad habits from your early skiing days, ensuring your foundational stance is solid and getting your ski legs properly fired up.

Today is all about leaving the snowplow behind. We introduce the basic parallel turn, teaching you how to steer both skis together simultaneously. You will practice matching your skis parallel at the end of each turn, which greatly increases your speed, efficiency, and control on the snow.

We dedicate today to smoothing out your parallel turns. Instructors will help you refine your edge control and weight transfer so you are driving your turns confidently rather than just skidding. We also introduce proper pole planting techniques to help you establish a steady, reliable rhythm down the mountain.

As your confidence grows, we move to steeper and more challenging terrain on Phase 1. You will learn how to adapt your parallel turns to safely manage your speed on a steeper pitch. We will focus on using your edges more aggressively and relying on your pole plants for timing and balance.

It is time to learn how to truly carve. We will teach you how to roll your ankles and knees to engage the metal edges of your skis, allowing the ski's natural shape to do the turning for you. Mastering this technique will give you a much smoother ride and ultimate control at higher speeds.

Today we take your skills higher up the mountain. You will get the exciting opportunity to ride the chair lift to access higher elevations and fresh terrain. We will focus on adapting your newly refined parallel turns and carving techniques to these longer runs, while learning how to read the mountain and navigate varying snow conditions along the way.

Put everything you have learned to the test! We will spend the final day linking long, continuous parallel turns down the beautiful runs of Phase 1 and beyond. For those showing excellent control and stamina, we will explore advanced intermediate routes and thrilling tree-lined trails. It is the perfect way to cap off an incredible week of progression and truly experience the magic of Gulmarg.

What's Included

Accommodation
Meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
Equipment
Professional Instruction
Basic First Aid Support
Course Certificate

Not Included

Lift Passes & Gondola Tickets
Airport Transfers
Lunch, Snacks, & Beverages
Personal Ski Clothing
Travel & Medical Insurance
Flights
Personal Expenses & Tips

Course FAQs

We keep our groups exceptionally small, with only 2-3 students per instructor to ensure personalized feedback and rapid progression.

Yes, skis/snowboard, boots, and a helmet are all included.

If you choose the accommodation package, it includes stay in premium rooms on a triple-sharing basis, with breakfast and dinner included daily.

No, ski passes, lift passes, and Gondola tickets are not included in the course price. You can buy them locally at the ticket counters based on the daily slopes we ride.

We will ski on the Gondola Phase 1 and ride the chair lift to access higher intermediate terrain, focusing on parallel turns and carving. You can read more on the slopes on Gulmarg here.

You will need a proper 3-layer clothing system (moisture-wicking base layer, insulating mid-layer, and waterproof outer shell) along with essential gear like goggles and waterproof gloves. You can find our detailed packing and layering guide here.

You will fly into Srinagar International Airport (SXR), and then take a taxi to Tangmarg, where you switch to a chained 4x4 vehicle to climb up to Gulmarg. We can also arrange airport transfers for you. Read our complete travel and transit guide here.