Recreational skiing and snowboarding is available for those who can completely turn from one edge to the other whilst snowboarding on the main slope, and for those who can competently snowplough, stop and turn on the main slope whilst skiing.  You can pay per hour or purchase an extended ski pass from reception for a half day, full day, 7 days or 31 days.

Group Bookings
Sunderland Snowsports Centre can also cater for group bookings, with prices based on a maximum 12 participants per lesson for skiing and 8 for snowboarding.  Group booking prices are available covering a number of categories such as: adults, juniors, universities, colleges, schools, youth organisations and we can provide you with a lesson for your child's birthday party.  Should you wish to bring a large group or party we will endeavour to provide you with the number of instructors you require.

Equipment Hire
The centre holds a large stock of equipment specifically for use on snow, including the latest models.  This stock covers a range of sizes and can be hired at competitive rates.  All snow hire equipment must be booked in advance.  A deposit will be required on collection of the equipment, this will be refunded trusting the equipment be returned in reasonable condition.

Equipment Servicing 
Sunderland Ski Centre offers a ski and snowboard repair and maintenance service, all our ski technician staff are qualified, having attended manufacturers courses.  We offer a number of service options, pick up a price list from reception.  Club members receive discounts off ski and snowboarding servicing.

NOTE: All lessons/courses must be paid for at the time of booking, in person or by telephone using a valid credit card 48 hours notice of cancellation is required, refunds cannot be given inside of 48 hour period.

The F.I.S. - Ski Way Code to Safer Skiing

• Respect for others - Be aware of other skiers and snowboarders
• Control of speed - Ski or snowboard within the limits of your ability, stop safely
• Choice of route - Pick your route carefully
• Overtaking - Allow space for others, skiers and snowboarders ahead have right of way
• Starting or entering the slope - Look around to avoid other skiers or snowboarders
• Stopping on the slope - Always stop at the side, after a fall always move to the side
• Respect for signs and markings - Always obey signs, they provide information for your safety
• Assistance at accidents - Be prepared to assist at accidents by informing an instructor or centre staff
• Climbing or descending on foot - If this is necessary, keep to the side
• Identification - If you have witnessed an accident, please provide your details.

Ski Slope Rules and Regulations

1. Payment by cash, cheque (payable to the 'Sunderland City Council') or credit card at time of booking.
2. Cancellation fee at the full amount will be imposed on all lessons cancelled within a 48 hour period.
3. Cancellation by you for medical reasons within 48hrs accompanied by a Doctor's certificate will result in a credit for the full amount or amount remaining towards another booking at a mutually agreed time, any difference will be payable by you.
4. Any cancellation by the Centre will result in a full refund, a credit for the full amount or transfer to a mutually agreed time.
5. We cannot issue cash or credit card refunds after 24hrs from the date of payment, refunds will be via a cheque to your home address. 
6. You are advised to turn up to your lesson 15 minutes early to collect your equipment.
7. Please advise reception when booking and the instructor prior to the start of your lesson of any injuries/disabilities of special requirements.
8. Gloves MUST be worn at all times.
9. Arms and legs MUST be covered at all times.
10. All recreational skiers MUST be able to 'snowplough, stop and turn', and snowboarders MUST be competent in using both edges of the board.  (You MUST also sign the disclaimer before paying for your activity).
11. All recreational skiers and snowboarders MUST adhere to the slope rules, please see the signs displayed in the building and next to the ski lifts.
12. Instruction, teaching or coaching is NOT permitted on any of the slopes by members of the public. The above can only be given by Sunderland City Council Ski and Snowboard School Employees who are qualified with the Snowsport England or the British Snowboard Association.
13. Our coaches and instructors will give you the guidance you need to improve your skills.  The actual content of each lesson or course will be tailored to suit the need of the skiers or snowboarders in each class.  Because we all learn at different rates our instructors will give you advice at the end of each lesson as to what you need to do next to ensure you book onto the correct course or lesson.
14. When booking a group lesson al skiers or snowboarders must be of the same skiing or snowboarding standard.
15. To receive the family rate this MUST consist of 2 adults and 2 juniors or 1 adult and 3 juniors, any additional family members will pay the additional person rate as stated (juniors must be 7 years and above). All family members MUST be of the same standard and enrolled on the same course
16. Due to the changeover of instructors from one lesson to the next you may encounter some delay at the start of your lesson, unfortunately this is unavoidable particularly during our busiest periods.
17. We cannot guarantee that the same instructor will be available to take every date of every given course.
18. Juniors are deemed as being under 16 years of age and will be eligible for junior rates (proof of age must be produced if requested).
19. When we supply equipment we need to know your weight, height, age, show size, ability and any special requirements you may have.  If you're bringing children make sure that you have this information for them too.

All lessons and courses must be paid for at the time of booking in person or by telephone using valid credit card 48 hours notice of cancellation is required, refunds cannot be given inside of 48 hour period.

Silksworth Sports Complex

Last Updated 27/11/06