7-Day Beginner Snowboarding Academy
Absolute beginners to novices · Gulmarg · Snowboarding
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At a glance
The Beginner Snowboarding Academy takes absolute beginners from stance determination and edge control to linking smooth S-turns down Gulmarg’s scenic mountain trails. It is the programme we recommend when you want riding that feels intentional rather than accidental.
You will learn with Kashmir’s pioneering snowboard instructor Jawsheed alongside co-founder Mozim. Days move from flat-ground drills and heel-edge brakes through toe-edge side-slipping, drag-lift skills, C-turns into S-turns, and finally Gondola Phase 1 alpine cruiser runs with Himalayan views.
Graduation includes video breakdown, a certificate, and a Kashmiri Wazwan dinner. Rental board, boots, and helmet are included; bring waterproof layers and an appetite for progressive practice.
Led by: Jawsheed & Mozim
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 days / 6 nights |
| Location | Gulmarg, Kashmir |
| Level | Absolute beginners to novices |
| Discipline | Snowboarding |
| Group size | Max 1:3 instructor ratio |
Highlights
What stands out
- ✓Stance fitting, heel and toe edge mastery, falling-leaf drills
- ✓Drag-lift skills with one foot unstrapped
- ✓Linked S-turns with posture and shoulder alignment coaching
- ✓Phase 1 alpine green/blue trails and ~2 km descents
- ✓Graduation run with video analysis and certificate
- ✓6 nights hotel B&D · private 4×4 transfers · rental gear
Itinerary
Day by day
Arrival & stance fitting
Private 4×4 transfer from Srinagar Airport to Gulmarg. Goofy/regular stance determination, binding angle setup, boot fitting, and helmet check. Evening orientation on board maintenance, mountain safety, and a welcome dinner.
Flat-ground drills & heel-edge control
Wrist-safe falling from day one
One-foot strapped-in skating, straight gliding, and basic board control on flat snow. Strap both feet, master the heel-edge brake, and run controlled stopping drills. Afternoon: safe falling techniques (wrist protection) and standing up independently.
Toe-edge control & falling leaf drill
Introduction to toe-edge side-slipping and speed regulation. Master the falling-leaf drill to traverse on both heel and toe edges. Afternoon: drag lift / surface tow practice with one foot unstrapped.
Single turns & linking S-turns
Heel-to-toe becomes continuous
Initiate first C-turns from heel-to-toe and toe-to-heel. Transition weight across the board to fluidly link turns into continuous S-turns. Afternoon: posture correction, shoulder alignment, and looking ahead into the turn.
Gondola Phase 1 & alpine cruiser runs
Uninterrupted ~2 km alpine runs
Take Gondola Phase 1 to ride Gulmarg’s wide intermediate green/blue trails. Carve longer descents back toward the village while managing speed on varying terrain. High-altitude views and continuous alpine runs.
Guided free-ride & graduation session
Certificate · Wazwan dinner
Full-day guided mountain session integrating turn fluidness and edge control. Graduation run with personalised instructor video breakdown and tips. Evening: certificate distribution, photo exchange, and a celebratory Kashmiri Wazwan dinner.
Farewell & airport transfer
Final breakfast, gear return, and packing. Private 4×4 transfer back to Srinagar Airport for your onward flight.
What’s included
Inclusions & exclusions
Inclusions
- •Certified snowboard instructors (max 1:3 ratio)
- •Rental gear (snowboard, boots, helmet)
- •Private 4×4 airport and local transfers
- •6 nights hotel stay (breakfast & dinner)
Exclusions
- •Flights to/from Srinagar (SXR)
- •Lift & gondola passes
- •Waterproof snow jacket, pants, gloves & goggles
- •Travel & medical insurance
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