Scottish Ski Touring Courses
Our popular one or two day small group courses. Maximum 1:6 ratios. All take place near the town of Aviemore.
Click here for a full list of our courses on offer this winter.
Ski Touring Introduction
What is it?
An introduction to the skills needed to go ski touring.
Who is it for?
Competent red run skiers / snowboarders with experience of riding in a variety of snow conditions.
A decent level of fitness as the vertical ascent will be around 800metres in the day.
Ski Touring Journey
What is it?
A guided ski touring journey, with skills learnt or refreshed on the move.
Who is it for?
Competent black run skiers / snowboarders with experience of riding in a variety of snow conditions.
A good level of fitness as the vertical ascent will be around 1000metres in the day.
You should have had 1 day of ski touring experience (some skinning) so you have a basic understanding of how ski touring equipment and avalanche safety equipment (a transceiver, shovel & probe) works.
Ski Touring Explorer
What is it?
Big days out of skis, seeking out the best conditions available, moving fast and covering as much ground as possible
Who is it for?
Competent black run / off piste skiers with previous ski touring experience.
A very good level of fitness is needed as the vertical ascent will likely be 1000-1500metres in the day. There may also be long traverses and approaches on foot.
You should have your own ski touring equipment and know how to use it.
Bike & Ski Explorer Day
What is it?
A big day out of skis and mountain bike, seeking out the best conditions available, moving fast and covering as much ground as possible with access and by mountain bike.
Who is it for?
Competent black run / off piste skiers with previous ski touring experience.
A very good level of fitness is needed as the vertical ascent will likely be well over 1000metres in the day. The cycle into the start of the snow could be up to two hours.
You should be able to cycle uphill and downhill on rough terrain with weight on your back.
You should have your own ski touring equipment and mountain bike (bike rental is available in Aviemore).
Ski Touring Adventure
What is it?
An uncompromising visit to areas that only come into condition when the weather allows, not on set dates. You will be part of a group of experienced ski tourers who can move fast and efficiently. For some routes it will be necessary to ski steep and challenging terrain (when the snow allows).
Who is it for?
Invitation or application only. If you have already attended an Explorer day or have similar experience please get in touch and we will send the password to open the Adventure Course Page.
A strong level of fitness is needed as the vertical ascent could be over 2000metres in a day. 20-30km could be covered underfoot. Expect sunrise to sunset. It may be necessary to camp overnight for some routes. You should have your own ski touring equipment including axe and crampons and know how to use it.
EQUIPMENT: We can provide Avalanche search and rescue equipment free of charge. We have a limited selection of ski touring skis and skins available but do not provide ski touring boots. Tiso, Ellis Brigham and Cairngorm Mountain Sports in Aviemore offer full ski touring equipment rentals. We do not provide splitboards but TSA sometimes have availability.