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The Skiers and Boarders Charity
Activities 2013
1st Edition
‘ M a k i n g a M ill i o n Frien d s ’
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index
04-05 Skiers & Snowboarders
06-07 Helpers
08-09 A Few Important Things
10-11 SetYourself a Challenge
12 Niederau
13 Tonale
14 Big Bear
16 Villars
16 La Plagne
17 La Plagne
18 Sestriere
19 Whistler
20 Helper/Family/Carer Prices
21 Terms and Conditions
23 Contact Information
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ANYONE CAN HAVE A SKI EXPERIENCE
Disability Snowsport UK is a National Charity providing access to Snowsports for
people with a disability.We provide fun, exciting and life enhancing activities for
individuals or groups who require Adaptive equipment and/or special instruction
and support. We have broken down the barriers, now Snowsport is accessible to
everyone.
WE MAKE IT POSSIBLE
Our instructors and volunteers have enabled thousands of individuals of all ages
and with a variety of disabilities, including learning difficulties and physical
disabilities, to experience the thrill and enjoyment of participating in skiing and
snowboarding.
ACTIVITY TRIPS
DSUK provides many different programmes in
the UK and abroad.These include our Activity
trips to many European destinations, the USA
and North America.
DEDICATED SKI SCHOOLS
We deliver ski and snowboarding lessons in all
the indoor snow centres in the UK. Check out
www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk/lessons to
know more.
LOCAL GROUPS
There are DSUK Local Groups throughout the UK providing ski activities on
artificial slopes and indoor snow centres all year round.To find your nearest local
group to ski or volunteer, go to www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk or email
membership@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
COMPETITION AND RACE TRAINING
DSUK programmes provide pathways into race
training for the right candidates.We provide coaching,
development and support for the British Disabled Ski
Team. For information email
bdstadmin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
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SKIERS and SNOWBOARDERS
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT...
Snowboarders
Due to a limited availability of adaptive snowboarding instructors, we are limited to the
adaptive lessons we can offer snowboarders. Please contact us at
admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk if you are snowboarder wishing to attend one of our
weeks.
Book your place now!
All those participating in a DSUK Activity Week MUST be a current member of the charity.
Please ensure you tick the correct box on the booking form. If you are not a member or
your membership needs renewing we will calculate this and add it to your invoice.
What we need from you
To confirm your booking please complete the
booking form and return to us with your
deposit, which is non refundable. Please note
that we will not be responsible for any places
lost due to non-receipt of booking form and
deposit. If you wish to pay the deposit by
credit/debit please call us on 01479 861272.
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Booking Form On receipt of the booking form and deposit, we will send you a
confirmation letter to confirm your place and an invoice with full payment details.We will
also send you the forms that must be completed and returned to us as early as possible.
The information from these forms is imperative to ensure we have the correct equipment
for you in resort and any special travel arrangements are booked in advance.
Emailed booking forms should be sent to admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Insurance You cannot travel without travel insurance that includes winter sports in the
policy.We recommend you secure your travel insurance prior to paying your deposit.A
copy of the policy will need to be sent to DSUK in advance.
Final Payment Your invoice must be paid by the due date as noted in the brochure and
on the invoice. If you are experiencing problems paying by this date you must contact the
office and advise us.
Final Details We will send you the final itinerary of the trip a few weeks before the
departure date. This will advise you who the party leader, other skiers, volunteers and
instructors are.The party leader will call you in advance to answer any questions you may
have. We will also send you some guidelines about each person's role on the trip which
will give you some information about who's who.
What you need to think about...
Weight restrictions In the interest of Health and Safety DSUK has a weight restriction
policy.This is why we ask for your weight on the information form.To implement the
policy we ask that anyone who cannot assist the instructors in getting themselves upright
when falling over, or who cannot assist in transferring themselves, to call through to the
office to discuss this in advance of booking your trip.
Care Provision Our Activity Weeks are available to everyone with a disability. If you need
personal care in your everyday life, you are required to bring a carer with you on the trip.
DSUK volunteers cannot provide personal care.They come to share their love of
snowsports and the outdoors they are not carers.
If it becomes apparent that the information you have given is misleading and care is
needed we reserve the right to employ specialised care in resort with all costs being paid
by you.
We will refuse travel if information you have given us is misleading.
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Without the help of our volunteers we would be unable to
deliver our activities.
We need people to assist our skiers at the airport, on arrival
at the hotel, getting around the resort, on the slopes and
generally being around during the day and evening. This
includes assisting at meal times, evening activities and joining
in as part of the group so that our disabled participants, as
well as yourselves, have a truly wonderful time.
Sharing the thrill of snowsports with our skiers and
snowboarders is a life-enhancing experience. If you can
snowplough, you can help!
Book your place now!
All those participating in a DSUK Activity Week MUST be a current member of the charity.
Please ensure you tick the correct box on the booking form. If you are not a member or
your membership needs renewing we will calculate this and add it to your invoice.
There is a small helper fund available to assist with the cost of the trip; unfortunately the
fund is limited. Each year we need to raise over £25,000 to run the overseas programme. If
anybody wishes to fundraise for us, donate £2 a month or make a one off donation it
would make an enormous difference to our work. See pages 10 & 11 for our fundraising
ideas.
What we need from you
To confirm your booking please complete the booking form and return to us with your
deposit, which is non-refundable. Please note that we will not be responsible for any places
lost due to non-receipt of booking form and deposit. If you wish to call to pay the deposit
please do so on 01479 861272. Emailed booking forms should be sent to
admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
On receipt of the booking form and deposit, we will send you a confirmation letter to
confirm your place and an invoice with full payment details.We will also send you the
forms that must be completed and returned to us as early as possible.The information
from these forms is imperative to ensure we have the correct equipment for you in resort
and any special travel arrangements are booked in advance.
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Insurance You cannot travel without travel insurance that includes winter sports in the
policy.We recommend you secure your travel insurance prior to paying your deposit.A
copy of the policy will need to be sent to DSUK in advance.
Final Payment Your invoice must be paid by the due date as noted in the brochure and
on the invoice. If you are experiencing problems paying by this date you must contact the
office and advise us.
Final Details We will send you the final itinerary of the trip a few weeks before the
departure date. This will advise you who the party
leader, other skiers, volunteers and instructors are.The
party leader will call you in advance to answer any
questions you may have. We will also send you some
guidelines about each person's role on the trip which
will give you some information about who's who.
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A few important things...
Resorts
As you will see from the brochure there
are several resorts to choose from.
Working with Crystal we try to provide
hotel accommodation with full disabled
access and facilities.This is not always
possible as many ski areas were not
designed for disabled skiing. If you have a
question about a particular hotel featured
in the brochure please do not hesitate to
contact us.
Cost
Unless otherwise stated the price includes
return flights from London Gatwick,
transfers to and from the resort, half
board accommodation, lift pass and ski
equipment (not clothing or personal ski
carriage).The price for skiers and
snowboarders also includes ski school.
If you are an independent skier or
travelling with your carer it may be
possible to fly you from your nearest
airport. Please contact the office for
availability.This will incur a supplement.
Overseas Ski School
The price includes 2.5hrs of instruction
for 5 days. Wherever possible we try to
facilitate skiers and snowboarders to ski
all day however this is very much
dependant on the breakdown of the group
and the conditions on the day.This rarely
happens on the first day while we slot into
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a routine.The lessons are a one-to-one
basis, with a helper when needed.
New to DSUK this year are our coaching
weeks which are group lessons rather
than individual lessons.You must be able to
ski to parallel standard, if you are a stand
up, or ski independently if you are a sit
skier to attend these weeks. See page 16
for more information.
Passport
For trips to Europe, your passport must
be valid for at least 3 months after your
return to the UK. For trips to North
America your passport must be valid for
at least 6 months after your return to the
UK. For all North America destinations
you will need to fill in an Electronic
System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
approval which can be done online in
advance at www.usa-travel-visa.co.uk

Insurance
All participants on Activity Weeks need to
have travel insurance covering winter
sports. If travelling to European resorts,
you can also obtain a European Health
Insurance Card from the NHS. Please
visit www.nhs.uk for more information,
however please note this is not sufficient
on its own and must be accompanied by a
full winter travel insurance policy which is
acceptable at all medical centres.
Ski carriage
If you are taking your own skis, you will
need to advise us.There will be a charge
for this that we will invoice you for.
Accommodation
Unless you bring your own carer or are
travelling as a family skiers, will share with
other skiers and helpers will share with
other helpers. By default twin rooms are
booked.
Family Rooms or Single occupancy are
available at some hotels. Single occupancy
does incur a supplement and is not
guaranteed until we have received the
confirmation from resort upon request.
Please email
admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk should
you wish to request these.
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New Important Booking Conditions
Sixty Days prior to each departure
will be a cut-off date for bookings.
After sixty days the brochure
prices will not be guaranteed.We
have to contact Crystal directly for
a possible new price.
Any changes made within 60 days
of departure may have a charge
involved.
Please read more terms and
conditions on page 19.

DSUK
NEEDS
YOU!
Over the last thirty years, thousands of
volunteers have shared their love of
snowsports to help people with disabilities
enter a world of new challenges and
personal achievements.
“DSUK does fantastic work with
people promoting self-esteem and
confidence regardless of their
disability” – Sir Steve Redgrave
With no Government funding, our charity
relies heavily on public support to ensure
that people with disabilities access
snowsports alongside able-bodied skiers
and snowboarders.
There are many ways in which anyone can
donate time and money to allow DSUK to
continue our work.
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Be our friend!
Disability Snowsport UK want to 'Make a
Million Friends' and if each DSUK friend
donates a £1 that would give us a
whopping £1,000,000 - Imagine the impact
that could have on our work!
What do you need to do to become
our friend?
Visit www.justgiving.com/dsukfriends
Donate by text: on 70070 - code DSUK60
and the amount you wish to donate.
Please note a minimum of £2 donation is
required if donating online, however £1
can be donated via text and will still show
on the Just Giving site.
You can also donate by phoning us at
01479 861 272 or online at
www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk

You could also help us fundraising by:
Being a dare devil and do a sponsored parachute jump!
Running a Santa Run in December or a marathon in the Highlands!
Getting your walking boots on for a sponsored walk
Setting a travel challenge
Taking part in a trek to Kilimanjaro
Join our new campaign 'Make a Million Friends'
You can either take part in one of our events or set your own challenge and get sponsored
for it. Email fundraising@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk to find out more.
Other ways you can help
Become a volunteer helper for our lessons, Local Groups or Activity Weeks
Corporate support: does your company support charities? Perhaps they could donate
prizes or even have a DSUK as Charity of the Year
Spread the word!
Our DVD and other videos are on www.youtube.com/dsuksnowsport
Join us on Facebook and Twitter!
Read us at disabilitysnowsport.blogspot.com
These are just a few suggestions and ideas. -
Do you have any of your own that you would
like to share with us? Email us at
fundraising@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
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19 – 26 January 2013
£1,087
per person
Price held until 28 November 2012 - Balance due by 27 October 2012
This enchanting littleTyrolean village offersAustrian hospitality at its best,with a fun
and friendly atmosphere and ski slopes conveniently situated directly behind the village.
The terrain is well suited to beginners and intermediates. A good bus link operates
between the neighbouring villages and to further slopes.Weekly ski shows, sleigh rides,
bowling and a local disco complete the activities offered for winter enjoyment.Niederau
is highly recommended for families with great child friendly facilities.
Vital Hotel Sonnschein ****
There are facilities for everyone including table-tennis, swimming pool, sauna, aroma
steam bath, fresh water whirlpools, indoor children's play room and more.There is an
exquisite selection of food. In the evening you will be delighted with a five course meal
including salad buffet and a choice of three main courses plus a daily children's menu.
Accessibility: The whole hotel is easy to access and there are comfortable wheelchair
accessible bed and bathrooms.
Rooms: Twin rooms have kingsize beds with separate mattresses and duvets. Single
rooms are available with a supplement and subject to availability. All rooms have telephone,
satelliteTV,hairdryer and safe.
Transfer:The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 2.5 hours.The
bus is not accessible.These details are subject to change and will be confirmed in the final
details.
London Gatwick North to Innsbruck
Saturday 19 January 2013 Depart Gatwick North TOM 4674
Dept. time 14.30 Arrival time 17.20
Saturday 26 January 2013 Depart Innsbruck TOM 4675
Dept. time 18.40 Arrival time 19.35
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Perfect
For
Beginners

TONALE - ITALY
02 - 09 February 2013
£1,102
per person
Price held until 12 December 2012 - Balance due 10 November 2012
Located on the borders the excellent skiing in Passo Tonale has a surprisingly large ski
area for such a small resort. Lying in a sunny valley, the resort is one of the highest in Italy
and can maintain good snow cover even during extended sunny periods.
The Cielo Blu is a small, family-run hotel situated conveniently just few minutes away
from the centre of Passo Tonale and the pistes.This comfortable hotel offers a cosy
accommodation in an attractive mountain style, with a warm and relaxing atmosphere.
Clients of the Cielo Blu are permitted to use the spa and pool at the Residence Dahu
local charges apply.
Accessibility: The hotel is mainly accessible although there is just one wheelchair room
available at this hotel.
Rooms: Twin rooms sleep two.Triple rooms are available on request. Single rooms are
also available at a supplement and on request.All rooms have telephone, satellite TV,
hairdryer and safe.
Transfer: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 2.5 hours.
The bus is not accessible.These details are subject to change and will be confirmed in
the final details.
London Gatwick North to Verona
Saturday 02 February 2013 Depart Gatwick North TOM 4650
Dept. time 06.35 Arrival time 09.40
Saturday 09 February 2013 Depart Verona TOM 4651
Dept. time 10.50 Arrival time 12.10
For early flight departures there is an option to book an onsite airport hotel at the North
Terminal.The Sofitel is available at £67.00 B&B single occupancy or £77.00 twin occupancy.
This needs to be booked in advance by DSUK but paid locally on arrival.
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18 - 28 February 2013
Arrive UK 01 March
£1,593
per person
Balance due 26 November 2012
Big Bear is nestled within the San Bernardino National Forest and is close to 7,000 feet.Big
Bear Lake is the only place in Southern California that can offer you more than 300 days of
sunshine each year.
Northwoods Resort ****
This fine hotel with a rustic feel is located in the heart of the village,just a few minutes from the
slopes. The décor is designed to reflect the essence of the surrounding San Bernardino
Mountains and spark the image of a mountain lodge. The hotel boasts a heated outdoor
swimming pool and spa.There is also an exercise room and sauna. The cost of food is not
included in this package.Please ensure you budget for your meals. When eating out please be
aware that tax is not added to the bill but will have to be paid and a standard 10% tip will be
expected.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms are available. Unfortunately the transfer
vehicles are inaccessible so this trip would be more suited to the ambulant skier or those who
can transfer themselves.
The agenda for the week will be as follows:Arrive Monday and stay in Vegas Monday night.
Tuesday head to Northwoods.SkiWednesday,Thursday and Friday.Saturday is day of rest.Ski
Sunday,Monday andTuesday,and in the evening we travel to LasVegas for a two night stay in the
heart of the action.
London Gatwick South to Las Vegas
Monday 18 February 2013 Depart Gatwick South VS43
Dept. time 11.20 Arrival time 14.05
Thursday 28 February 2013 Depart Las Vegas VS44
Dept. time 16.35 Arrival time 10.35 (01 Mar)
(This is subject to change and will be confirmed nearer to departure date)
Transfer time approx 3.5 hours. Meal included on flight.
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All day skiing available

16 - 23 February 2013
See below for individual prices
Prices do not include flights
Balance due 24 November 2012
Villars,set in the heart of theVaudoisesAlps is a well established and attractive ski resort.It is at an
altitude of 4,300 feet with breathtaking views of Lake Leman and Mont Blanc.It may not be as well
known as Zermatt or St.Moritz,but with its dozens of well-groomed ski runs rising to 10,000 feet
it offers fantastic skiing facilities for all abilities. Access to the slopes is by funicular train
and/or gondola.
HotelVictoria ****
The Hotel is situated in the centre of Villars, a traditional Swiss village set amongst spectacular
mountains.All the rooms are very spacious and haveTV,radio,minibar and a telephone.The hotel is
well known for its large variety of delicious dishes.Relax in the indoor pool,sauna or games room
after a great day on the slopes.
Accessibility: The wheelchair rooms are fully accessible with wheel-in showers in the
bathrooms.
Rooms: They are booked with the aim to accommodate a whole family when possible.Please
liaise with the DSUK office to see what type and size of rooms will be needed for
your family.
Skier up to 15 yrs £1,056 Family skier up to 15 yrs £711
Skier over 15 yrs £1,088 Family skier over 15 yrs £743
Non skiers up to 15 yrs £490 Non skiers over 15 yrs £580
Prices are per personWITHOUT FLIGHT
We have costed the family weeks without flights to give you the option to travel from the
airport of your choice.You will fly in and out of GENEVA on the dates shown above.The Hotel
operate their own transfer at additional cost.
When you have booked your flights you should pass the flight details to the office so that we
can inform the hotel of your arrival time.
We stress that if you book on this trip and fail to book your own flights in time you will be
liable for the full cost of the holiday as quoted below.
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VILLARS and LA PLAGNE
COACHING WEEKS
Villars Coaching Week Half Term Week
16 – 23 February 2013 £1,049.00
Parallel to our Family Week this year we are offering a coaching week to skiers who
are independent and do not need one to one instruction.You must be able to ski
independently, get yourself up if you fall and generally take care of yourself.The aim
of the week is to get you around the mountain in two groups of 4 skiers to 1
instructor and 2 helpers each group.
These prices do not include flights although does include half board accommodation
at the Hotel Victoria, lift pass and equipment.
If you wish to fly to Geneva with a helper or instructor the flight prices will need to
be added to this price. Please contact DSUK directly to discuss this.
La Plagne Coaching Week
09 – 16 March 2013 £1,305.00
Our second coaching week will be at the Terra Nova in La Plagne this year. As above,
you must be able to ski independently. The aim of the week is to get you around the
mountain in two groups of 4 skiers to 1 instructor and 2 helpers each group.
This price does include flights, half board accommodation, lift pass and equipment.
Unfortunately there are no wheelchair rooms available at the hotel for this week.
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NEW
FOR
2013
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Balance due by 24 November 2012
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Balance due 15 December 2012
London Gatwick North to Geneva
Saturday 09 March 2013 Depart Gatwick North TOM 4612
Dept. time 08.25 Arrival time 11.10
Saturday 16 March 2013 Depart Geneva TOM 4613
Dept. time 12.25 Arrival time 13.15

16 - 23 March 2013
£1,384
per person
Price held until 23 January 2013 - Balance due 22 December 2012
The Terra Nova has a superb location in Plagne Centre at the foot of the pistes so
you can ski back to the door.The chairlift and a few gentle runs are right on your
doorstep opening up the whole ski area within a few minutes! You can be sure of a
high quality, friendly service within the hotel. All meals are served in the hotels
panoramic restaurant with fantastic views of the slopes and the bar area is warm and
welcoming.
Accessibility: Public areas in the hotel are accessible with a lift going to all floors.
Rooms are not specifically adapted, and the accessibility depends on their size.The
bathrooms vary in accessibility so we recommend that you let us know your specific
needs to ensure we obtain the right room for you.There are no wheel-in showers or
rails.We do have a bath chair if needed.
Rooms: Rooms vary in size and accessibility.Triple rooms have a separate toilet that
a wheelchair cannot turn round in. Single rooms are available on request with a
supplement and depending on availability. All rooms have telephone, satellite TV, hairdryer
and safe.
Transfer: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 2 hours.
At time of going to print we are trying to secure an accessible bus.
London Gatwick to Geneva
Saturday 16 March 2013 Depart Gatwick North TOM 4612
Dept. time 08.25 Arrival time 11.10
Saturday 23 March 2013 Depart Geneva TOM 4613
Dept. time 12.25 Arrival time 13.15
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24 - 31 March 2013
Easter Week
£1,102
per person
Price held until 30 January 2013 - Balance due 30 December 2012
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FULLY
ADAPTED
HOTEL
Sestriere is an international resort and part of the famous 'Milky Way' ski circuit, a
magnificent area with over 400kms of pistes with excellent skiing for all grades in
spectacular scenery.
Hotel Lago Losetta ***
The Lago Losetta hotel sits snugly on the outskirts of the town but is close enough to all
amenities.The hotel has its own adapted mini bus which, along with the DSUK van, is
available to take us to and from the slope and other amenities if required.There is a sports
complex with a swimming pool next to the hotel (local charges apply).The bar is a small
area although the main town is very close.There is a gentle hill back up to the hotel.
Accessibility: the hotel was purposely built for the Paralympics in 2006, it is fully
accessible.
Rooms: they are large twin rooms with wheel-in showers. Quadruple rooms include 2
bunk beds.Triple rooms have three separate beds. Suites are also available with three
single beds in the bedroom and a bed in the lounge although need to be requested
separately.All rooms have telephone, satellite TV and hairdryer.
Transfer: at time of printing we are trying to secure an accessible bus for wheelchair
users.Transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 1.5 hours.
London Gatwick to Turin
Sunday 24 March 2013 Depart Gatwick North TOM 4708
Dept. time 06.25 Arrival time 09.25
Sunday 31 March 2013 Depart Turin TOM 4709
Dept. time 10.35 Arrival time 11.35
Suitable for families
For early flight departures there is an option to book an onsite airport hotel at the North
Terminal.The Sofitel is available at £67.00 B&B single occupancy or £77.00 twin occupancy.
This needs to be booked in advance by DSUK but paid locally on arrival.

WHISTLER - CANADA
09 - 19 April 2013
£1,615
per person
This price does not include instruction; please see below for more details.
Price held until 06 February 2013 - Balance due 15 January 2013
The Aava Hotel is an ultra modern hotel right by the heart of Whistler Village and just a
couple of minutes from the Whistler Gondola.The hotel looks brand new, each of the
large, luxurious rooms practically gleams! After skiing you can relax in its hot tub, pool and
sauna – it even has a good restaurant if you don't want to venture the few steps into the
village. The hotel boasts a large swimming pool, sauna, free WiFi, fitness room, restaurant,
bar and 24hr concierge. Price includes breakfast but not lunch or evening meal. Please
ensure you budget for these.
Location: In the heart of Whistler Village but in a quiet location 2-3 minutes to the
gondola and ski school meeting place.
Rooms: Two queen beds for two people. All rooms have 32” flat screen cable TV,
tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, mini fridge, free WiFi, iPod docking station, desk and
safe.
Accessibility: The hotel has 5 accessible rooms each with a wheel-in shower which can
only be requested at the time of booking.
Ski Package: Whistler have their own adaptive ski school on Whistler Mountain. At time
of going to print, we are still negotiating prices for the 2013 season. For the 2012 season
full day (6hr) lesson price with lift ticket was £160.00 per day.This is subject to change for
2013. We are also negotiating a half day cost.
If you are interested in skiing in Whistler, you can book as many lessons as you wish but
they must e booked in advance via DSUK, however all lessons will be paid for on arrival at
the ski school.
London Heathrow to Vancouver
Tuesday 09 April 2013 Depart Heathrow AC855
Dept. time 10.25 Arrival time 11.55
Friday 19 April 2013 Depart Vancouver AC854
Dept. time 18.30 Arrival time 11.40 (20 April)
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The
Luxury
One
All day skiing available

Helper Family Members
,
and Carers Price List
Page 12 Niederau £ 801
Page 13 Tonale £ 814
Page 14 Big Bear £1,389
Page 16 Villars £ 783
Page 16 La Plagne £ 939
Page 17 La Plagne £ 939
Page 18 Sestriere £ 770
Page 19 Whistler £1,345
The prices above are for family members and carers who are on the activity week with
their skier and are not able to help out with the rest of the group.
All volunteers helping out with the whole group may be entitled to apply for a small
grant. However, please see pages 10 & 11 for fundraising ideas.
Please contact the office for information admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
The prices include lift passes.
If you do not ski the lift pass price will be deducted at time of booking.
NB. Lift passes in Big Bear and Whistler are payable locally for extra
family members.
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For cancellations please see below the table of conditions related to payment
Cancellation timescale
Up to12 weeks before date of travel
Up to 8 weeks before date of travel
Up to 4 weeks before date of travel
Less than 4 weeks
Amount of (LOSS) (loss)
cancellation charge
Loss of deposit
75% of full Invoice
90% of full invoice
100% of full invoice
CANCELLATION & CURTAILMENT
Refer to your personal insurance policy and contact your insurers direct. It is advisable to include
Cancellation & Curtailment in your Winter Travel Insurance Policy
MEMBERSHIP
You must be a fully paid up member of Disability Snowsport UK at time of booking
PAYMENT
To secure a place on an activity week you must supply the required deposit of £300.00 at time of
booking.You must pay the balance 12 weeks before the date of departure. Failure to do this could
result in the cancellation of your booking with no refund, as stated above.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT
All credit card payments are subject to a 2% charge.This charge is not applicable to debit cards.
All credit card details will be destroyed once payment has been taken.
CHANGES TOYOUR BOOKING
Any charges that we incur due to you changing your booking will be passed on to you and included
on your invoice. For example, name on passport does not match the name on the booking form
UNFORSEEN CHANGES
Fuel levy charges will be passed on if they occur.
It is beyond DSUK’s control if the travel companies change the itinerary without prior notice.
INSURANCE
Personal Insurance must be taken out that covers WINTER SPORTS. A copy of this policy must be
sent to the office as proof of purchase.
PAPERWORK
You must have completed and returned all relevant paperwork and declared that the information you
have given to us is, to the best of your knowledge and belief, correct and complete.
All medical forms must be read and signed by your doctor verifying that the information is correct.
Your doctor must be in agreement for you to participate in the activity week with Disability
Snowsport UK.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Disability Snowsport UK have to adhere to government guidelines.This includes a weight restriction
policy.To implement this policy we ask that anyone who cannot assist in getting themselves up when
falling over or who cannot transfer themselves independently must phone the office to discuss the
policy.
CARE PROVISION
If you require personal care within your home situation or your condition has deteriorated you must
provide a carer to accompany you on the trip.
If the information you have given us is misleading we reserve the right to refuse travel. If it becomes
apparent that care is needed we reserve the right to employ specialised care in resort with all costs
being passed to the skier.
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Registered Office: ChillFactor Trafford Way, Urmston, Manchester, M41 7JA
Charity Registration: England 287106 - Scotland SCO40699 - Registration Cardiff 1681335
Glenmore Lodge Head Office: 01479 861 272
Glenmore Lodge Grounds, Glenmore,Aviemore, Inverness-shire, PH22 1QU
www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
General Enquiries
admin@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
FionaYoung Chief Executive Officer fi@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Debra Dorey Operations Manager debbie@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Lynne Wiseman Fundraiser fundraising@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Steven West Membership Co-ordinator membership@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Rachel Easton Development Officer rachel@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Disability Snowsport Adaptive ski schools available at...
Manchester - Chillfactore
Steve Smaje Lead Instructor dsukchillfactore@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Central Belt - Scotland
KeiraYoung Lead Instructor keira@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
The Snowcentre - Hemel Hempstead
Nick Hatherley Lead Instructor nicholas@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Real Snow Xscape Castleford - Leeds
Steve Smaje Lead Instructor dsukchillfactore@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Real Snow Xscape - Milton Keynes
Nick Hatherley Lead Instructor nicholas@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Real Snow Xscape - Tamworth
Holly Oughton Lead Instructor holly@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
For any enquires on any of these ski schools, please contact:
0845 521 9338 or email lessons@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
Groverprint & Design, Newtonmore
www.groverprint.co.uk
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Due to the increasing amount of qualified instructors wanting to
attend activity trips we are planning a weekend training and
selection process that will aid the placement decision.
For each European trip we need level two and above adaptive
qualified instructors, however we would also like to offer the
opportunity to level one's to attend the trips to gain the experience
needed before moving to their next qualification.
This weekend is for any level one or two qualified instructor
wishing to attend an activity trip with DSUK this winter.
LEVEL ONES
The weekend will give you more experience with
the equipment and identify the key areas where
you feel confident to use your skills on the trip.
LEVEL TWO AND ABOVE
The weekend will give you an opportunity to
show us your skills and give you the opportunity
to discuss anything you are uncomfortable doing
on the trip.
ACTIVITY TRIP SELECTION
Trip selection will be dependent on fulfilling the
criteria. If you are not able to use all the skills
necessary it does not mean you will not be
selected but we would need to look at which
trip would have the right skiers for you to teach.
REFRESHERS
This weekend can also be used as a BASI
refresher. There will be a BASI £15 admin fee if
you would like it to be formalised with BASI.
TRAINING
Many DSUK instructors deliver training to
volunteers from all walks of life. This weekend is
an opportunity for you to learn the skills that we
use to help you pass on your adaptive
knowledge to others.
PLEASE CONTACT
rachel@disabilitysnowsport.org.uk
for further information.