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Silksworth Sports Complex
Sunderland Snowsports Centre
They are here to help you achieve your snowsports
Welcome to Silksworth goals, whatever they may be from basic recreational
Sports Complex... skiing or snowboarding to an advanced level. Tuition
available from the age of 4 years for skiing and 7 years
As one of the largest outdoor leisure facilities for snowboarding.
in the country and premier ski If you’ve never skied or snowboarded before then you
and snowboard centre in England, Silksworth can try the sport in our Foundation 1 sessions. You’ll
offers a wealth of high-class amenities to have fun and cover the basics of the sport, if you enjoy
sporting enthusiasts. your Foundation 1 session then book onto one of our
Foundation 2 courses, consisting of 4 one hour
The complex covers the former Silksworth Colliery
sessions to help you improve your skills and explore
site, a vast area of dereliction, comprising huge shale
skiing and snowboarding. If you need to learn in a
heaps. The 167 acre reclaimed colliery site
short space of time then why not enroll on one of our
transformation is acknowledged to be a remarkable
fast track courses consisting of six hours tuition over
example of both Local Government initiative and two or three days, designed to take you from
Central Government backing. complete beginner to having fun on skis or
The complex, which opened in the early 1980’s, has snowboards in a safe, controlled fashion.
three slopes, the 165 metre main slope is served by In addition we can offer a number of specialist
two tows and offers year round, fully floodlit coaching sessions to help you achieve your
recreational skiing and snowboarding (programme snowsports goals, including working towards
permitting). becoming a qualified instructor, race training and
There is also two nursery slopes available for skiing adaptive tuition for those with physical or learning
and snowboarding and expert tuition is available for difficulties.
beginners to advanced, starting at age 4 years for Recreation opening times
skiing and 7 years for snowboarding.
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 1.00pm-9.30pm
Silksworth Sports Complex can cater for private one
to one lessons, courses, group bookings, birthday Monday, Wednesday 1.00pm-7.00pm
parties, schools, colleges and Club members only from 7.00pm-9.00pm
university visits. Saturday & Sunday 10.00am-5.00pm
Enjoy your snowsports experience! Recreation slope restrictions
Monday
Snowsports School Freestyle Club Members Only
Summer & Winter 7.00pm-9.00pm
Silksworth Sports Complex prides itself on the
excellence of its staff whose knowledge of skiing and Wednesday
snowboarding will assist in providing the experience Ravens Race Club Members Only
you will enjoy. From our knowledgeable reception staff Summer & Winter 7.00pm-9.00pm
who will steer you towards the lessons you require to Skiing ONLY (no snowboarding)
our qualified attendants who will ensure you are issued
with the correct equipment for a comfortable and safe Saturday
skiing or snowboarding experience. Summer & Winter 10.00am-12.00noon
Skiers and Snowboarders learn best from qualified, Last admission to the slope is always one hour and 15
experienced instructors. Our snowsports school is minutes before closing.
staffed by leading coaches and instructors, all
Summer: April - September
nationally or internationally qualified.
Winter: October – March
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Snowboarding
Snowboard Foundation 1 session Freestyle Club Night
1 hour – Aged 7 years and above
Sunderland Snowsports Centres operates a members
If you are a first time snowboarder or just want to give only Freestyle Club every Monday evening from
it a try our Foundation 1 sessions are for you. We want 7.00pm – 9.00pm for both skiers and snowboarders,
you to be safe, to learn at your own speed and to have with exclusive use of the main slope during this time.
a great time. Our snowboard instructors will take you Rails and jumps will be available on the main slope
through the basics of the sport, helping you to feel (helmets must be worn).
comfortable with your equipment. You will also
The club is supervised by Snowsports School Staff
practice straight runs down the slope, toe and heel,
from 7.00pm – 9.00pm. Various themed freestyle
side slipping and using the edges of the board to
nights are presented throughout the year. You must
control your speed of decent. You’ll have the thrill of
be able to use both edges of the board competently
learning to slide on our dedicated teaching slope.
on the main slope in order to join the club. Skiers are
Running time will be approximately 55 minutes to welcome to join the Freestyle Club, however you must
allow the instructor to give feedback. be able to effectively manoeuvre in parallel turns and
be interested in freestyle activities.
Snowboard Foundation 2 course
4 x 1 hour – Aged 7 years and above Snowsports lessons, courses and clubs
If you’ve enjoyed your Foundation 1 session or you We cannot guarantee that you will reach the level
have had some experience then the next step is the described within the content of each lesson or course,
Foundation 2 course. Our instructors will help you to progression will depend upon individual pace of
discover turning from basic side slipping, diagonal development.
sideslip, falling leaf, sideslip traversing and progressing
(where there are insufficient numbers for the course to
manoeuvres into the fall line. By the end of the course
run you may be required to move to an alternative
you should be able to control your speed, and you
course/private lesson - any additional fee payable).
may be introduced to the main slope and lifts.
(Running time of the final session will be approximately
55 minutes to allow the instructor to give feedback).
Snowboard Foundation 3 course
4 x 1 hour – Aged 7 years and above
The Foundation 3 course will allow you to develop
your board control through the fall line, which includes
garlands, aided turns and progression to basic linked
turns. Working with our instructors on your individual
needs these sessions will help you become a more
skillful snowboarder allowing you to board with
confidence on the main slope.
(Running time of the final session will be approximately
55 minutes to allow the instructor to give feedback).
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Skiing
Fast Track - learn to ski in 2 or 3 days! Ski Development 3 session
3 x 2 hours or 2 x 3 hours – Aged 15 years and above 1 x 3 hour – Aged 7 years and above (see note below)
If you know that skiing is for you or you have limited The Ski Development 3 session is for those who have
time to learn why not try one of our fast track courses successfully completed a Foundation 2 course or are
designed to take you from skiing novice to being able to able to effectively control themselves in a snowplough
ski on your own in two or three convenient sessions. By making linked turns on the main slope. Working with
the end of the course you may be introduced to the our instructors on your individual needs these sessions
main slope and lifts. will help you become a more skillful skier by
developing participants skills from plough steering to
It is advised that you are in reasonable physical condition basic swings (matching skis during the turn) and
before enrolling, due to the nature and duration of the beyond.
course. By the end of the course you may be introduced
to the main slope and lifts. No refunds can be given. 15 Note: It is advised that you are in reasonable physical
years of age and above only. condition before enrolling, due to the nature and
duration of the session. You must meet the minimum
Ski Foundation 1 session standard to book on this session, any participant not
1 hour – Aged 7 years and above deemed to be at the level required will not be allowed
The Ski Foundation 1 session is for those wanting to to take further part in the session, this is to ensure the
try skiing for the first time. Learn with our instructors instructor is fully focused on the development of the
how to feel comfortable with ski equipment and the remainder of the group. No refunds can be given
basics of the sport including moving around on level unless cancellations are made outside of the standard
ground, stepping up the slope, descending the slope in 48 hours rule.
both parallel and snowplough positions. You’ll also Ski Racing Clubs
have the thrill of learning to slide on our dedicated
teacher slopes. Sunderland Snowsports Centre currently has two ski
racing clubs using the ski slope for race training.
Due to the importance of these fundamental skills
some participants may be advised to repeat this The ‘City of Sunderland’ Ravens Ski Club train every
session before booking onto the Foundation 2 course. Wednesday evening as part of their club night from
7.00pm – 9.00pm.
(Running time will be approximately 55 minutes to
allow the instructor to give feedback) The Tigers Ski Club use the slope on a Thursday
evening from 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Ski Foundation 2 course
4 x 1 hour – Aged 7 years and above Both clubs are actively involved in race competitions,
at ski slopes throughout the country as well as
The Ski Foundation 2 courses are for those who have competitions held at Sunderland Snowsports Centre.
successfully completed a Foundation 1 session or who
have had previous skiing experience. If you have Ski and Snowboard Instructor Training and
enjoyed your Foundation 1 session or you can slide Courses
comfortably in a straight line then this course is the
next step. Sunderland Snowsports Centre prides itself on the
quality of its ski instructors, who deliver our
Over the four sessions our instructors will help you programme to the very highest of standards. In
discover turning, effectively control speed and stop in conjunction with UK Snowsports we run examination
a snowplough. By end of the course you may be courses for those wishing to become a qualified
introduced to the main slope and lifts. instructor, starting from level 1.
Due to individual capabilities some may progress faster You must be over 16 years of ages and be able to
than others. (Running time of the final session will be effect smooth, linked parallel turns from the top of the
approximately 55 minutes to allow the instructor to main slope. There are a maximum of 10 places with a
give feedback). minimum of 5 for the course to run. Course
information is available from reception and
www.snowsportengland.org.uk.
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Juniors
Ski Kinder Foundation Private Ski & Snowboard Lessons
4 x 1 hour – Aged 4-6 years
Private Ski & Snowboard lessons are available for all,
The Kinder Foundation course is for children aged 4 whether beginner or advanced. Private tuition can be
to 6 years old. It aims to give your child an easy and booked for an individual or a group lesson to the
fun introduction to moving around on skis. maximum of 5 persons (must be of the same standard).
The course will include an introduction to the skis,
Minimum age for skiing lesson is 4 years (smallest size
moving about on level ground, side stepping up the
boot 6.5)
slope, sliding down the slope with the skis parallel and
in a snowplough position. Where appropriate, course Minimum age for snowboarding lesson is 7 years
members will be introduced to using the rope tow. (smallest size boot 1.5)
Ski Kinder Control Group bookings
4 x 1 hour – Aged 4-6 years
Sunderland Snowsports Centre can also cater for
The Ski Kinder Control course is aimed to build upon group bookings, with prices based on maximum of 12
the skills and knowledge acquired on the Ski Kinder participants per lesson for skiing and 8 for
Foundation course. Course members should be able snowboarding. Group booking prices are available
to confidently snowplough. The emphasis of this covering a number of category users such as: adults,
course will be upon developing plough steering skills juniors, universities, colleges, schools, youth
to control direction and speed. On the advice of your organisations and we can also provide you with a
instructor, you may need to repeat the Kinder Control lesson for your child’s birthday party. Party food and
course or book private lessons should your child fail to rooms are available at the Sunderland Tennis Centre
reach the standard required to practice on the main which is only a few minutes walk from the Snowsports
slope or the standard to join the Polar Bear Club. Centre. Should you wish to bring a large group or party
we will endeavour to provide you with number of
‘Polar Bear Junior Ski Club’
instructors you require.
Sunderland Snowsports Centre operates a junior ski
club, where our qualified instructors are present to give
Recreation Skiing & Snowboarding
tips and advice. The Saturday morning ‘Polar Bear Junior This is available for those who can competently turn
Ski Club’ runs every Saturday from 10.00am - from one edge to the other whilst snowboarding or for
12.00noon. Club membership is available for children those who can competently snowplough, stop and
from ages 4 to 16 years, our only stipulation is that your turn on the main slope whilst skiing. You can pay per
child can competently snowplough, stop and turn on hour or purchase an extended ski pass from reception
the main slope. During the course of the year we carry for a half day or full day. Recreational skiers and
out an informal programme which includes: Badge snowboarders MUST read and sign the disclaimer
assessment, personal proficiency, obstacle course before paying for their activity, whilst adhering to the
training and fun activities such as wacky ski races. slope rules.
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Equipment F.I.S.
Servicing The Ski Way code to safer
skiing/boarding
Sunderland Ski Centre offers a ski and snowboard • Respect for others
repair and maintenance service, all our ski technician Be aware of other skiers and snowboarders
staff are qualified, having attended manufacturers • Control of speed
courses. Ski or snowboard within the limits of your ability,
stop safely.
We offer a number of service options, pick up a price
• Choice of route
list from reception. Pick your route carefully.
• Overtaking
Equipment Allow space for others, skiers and snowboarders
ahead have right of way.
• Starting or entering the slope
Hire Look around to avoid the path of other skiers or
snowboarders.
The centre holds a large stock of equipment • Stopping on the slope
specifically for use on snow, including the latest Always stop at the side, after a fall always move
models. This stock covers a range of sizes and can be to the side.
hired at competitive rates. • Respect for signs and markings
Always obey signs, they provide information for
All snow hire equipment must be booked in advance. your safety.
A deposit will be required on collection of the • Assistance at accidents
equipment, this will be refunded trusting the Be prepared to assist at accidents by informing an
equipment be returned in reasonable condition. instructor or centre staff.
• Climbing and descending on foot
If this is necessary, keep to the side.
• Identification
If you have witnessed an accident, please provide
your details.
Ski or Snowboard Party
Ski and Snowboard parties are available throughout the year for all ages and abilities.
Snow Tubes
The most fun you can have sitting down! An exciting new activity has landed at the complex. Snow Tubes is the
ultimate sporting experience for both youngsters and adults. Step into the round inflatable ‘doughnuts’ and let
the ski slope slide, skid and spin you into a frenzy!
Book an exclusive party or join one of the casual sessions (40 minutes of fun), subject to current ski and
snowboard bookings, please contact reception for availability.
• Max: 10 people
• Age: 7 years and above
Please note: The staff on duty are present during the tubing session to monitor the correct use of snow tubes,
it is the responsibility of parent/guardian present to both participate in and supervise the session.
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Ski slope rules and regulations
1. Payment by cash, cheque (payable to Sunderland City Council) or credit card at time of booking.
2. Cancellations
Cancellation fee of full amount will be imposed on all lessons cancelled within 48 hour period.
Cancellation by you for medical reasons within 48hrs accompanied by a Doctor’s certificate will result in a
credit for the full amount remaining towards another booking at a mutually agreed time, any difference will be
payable by you.
Any cancellation by the centre will result in a full refund, a credit for the full amount or transfer to a mutually
agreed time.
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.
3 You are advised to turn up for your lesson 15 minutes early to collect your equipment.
4 Please advise reception when booking and the instructor prior to the start of your lesson of any
injuries/disabilities or special requirements.
5 Gloves MUST be worn at all times.
6 Arms and legs MUST be covered at all times.
7 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).
8 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.
9 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.
10 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.
11 When booking a group lesson all skiers or snowboarders must be of the same skiing or snowboarding
standard.
12 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 (junior MUST be 7 years and above). All family
members MUST be of the same standard and enrolled on the same course.
13 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.
14 We cannot guarantee that the same instructor will be available to take every date of every given course.
15 Juniors are deemed as being under 18 years of age and will be eligible for junior rates (proof of age must be
produced if requested).
16 When we supply equipment we need to know your weight, height, age, shoe 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 a valid credit card.
48 hours notice of cancellation is required, refunds cannot be given inside of 48 hour period.
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Disclaimer
Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to change.
Although every effort is made to ensure your safety, skiing and snowboarding by their
nature can be dangerous. Therefore users do so at their own risk. Anyone incurring an
accident should report to a first aider on site at reception.
Recreational skiers and snowboarders MUST read and sign the disclaimer before
paying for their activity, whilst adhering to the slope rules (see page 7).
Where to find us
Sunderland Buses from City Centre:
Barnes Hotel
City Centre 12, 33, 141, 142, 13
Free car parking available
Bookings hotline:
Superstores 0191 553 5793
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A19 Silksworth Lane, Sunderland SR3 1PD
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Tel: 0191 553 5785
Durham (A1M) Teesside Fax: 0191 553 5789
Email: silksworth.sc@sunderland.gov.uk
This information can be made available in large print, Braille, audio and
other languages. Please contact the Marketing Team on 0191 561 8407
or email marketing@sunderland.gov.uk for help.
All information correct at time of going to press.
Published March 2009.
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