Natives & Ski Club of Great Britain present...

The UK Snowsports Summer Weekender 2008
Tignes, 24-27 July

2008: RESULTS | PICTURES | REPORT | VIDEO

2007: RESULTS | REPORT | VIDEO

After the success of last year's Summer Weekender this event goes from strength to strength in 2008. With everything that made 2007 so much fun PLUS the prospect of even more action this year, the Summer Weekender 2008 promises to be THE event of the summer. So if you're in the industry and you don't want to miss out, sign up today....

- Work in the snowsports industry?
- In need of a mid-season mountain fix?
- Want a fun weekend that's amazing value?

Then why not join us at the 'Snowsports Summer Weekender' - incorporating the Industry Ski Championships...

Eligibility | Activities | Racing | Schedule | Travel | Package | Book

WHY?
We have created this event so that all of us who work in the industry can fill that long summer gap between seasons with some more snow!

The Summer Weekender is a chance to catch up with friends, enjoy the Alps and - if you want to - represent your company in the Industry Ski Champs.

Don't take it from us...
One of last years attendeees, said;
"The combination of skiing in the morning and sunny afternoons filled with volleyball/tennis/mountain biking or a refreshing dip in the lake…it really can’t be beaten.  The great thing about the weekend was with so many different activities and  competitions there was something for everyone, and for those who really aren’t competitive, there’s the evening entertainment, which was mainly uncompetitive – although some of the drinking games did turn a bit serious… ;-)"
James Gambrill, Travel Plan

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
To travel on the Summer Weekender, you must be currently working (in the UK or Alps) for a tour operator, chalet company, travel agent, retailer, distributor or other employer in the snowsports industry. Season workers who worked last winter, or will be working this winter, are also eligible.

You do not need to have a full team to participate - individuals are very welcome and can take part in all activities, and even for the Team Dual Slalom will will try to find a team for you to join!

SUMMER ACTIVITIES IN TIGNES
Tignes has a huge range of activities on offer in the summer, including volleyball, mountain biking, tennis, golf, canyoning, kayaking, scuba diving, the new aquatic centre, horse riding, via ferrata and hiking to name but a few.

Watch this space
Last year a bonus for football fans, was that Eric Cantona was in town leading the annual Tignes Beach Soccer tournament, and it looks like he'll be running the event on the same weekend again this year. We'll keep you posted...

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- Three nights' B&B chalet accommodation*
- For the first 40 people who book a FREE 2 day lift pass, courtesy of Tignes
- FREE entry into the Respect the Mountain Individual Giant Slalom**
- FREE Giant Slalom training from Ski Focus
- FREE entry into the Greeneye Team Dual Slalom**
- FREE entry into the Metrosnow.co.uk Water Jump Comp
- Welcome Drinks - courtesy of Tignes
- Prize-giving BBQ - sponsored by Snow+Rock
- New for 2008; Option to extend accommodation

* For more details on accommodation, click here
** Racing is not compulsory! For more info on the racing, click here

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
- Flights and transfers
- Equipment hire
- Additional lift passes
- Insurance; a race specific insurance will be available shortly

PRICE
The UK Snowsports Summer Weekender package is available for the amazing price of only £99. 

For those living locally, who still wish to attend or race, but do not need accommodation, there is also an 'Event Only' option available at £29.


HOW TO BOOK
For more information about booking, please click here.

Avoid disappointment and book early
FREE lift passes will be allocated to the first 40 people on a first come, first-served basis and apply only when payment has been made in full.

Please note Natives is organising this trip through Skiworld Special Events and that their T&Cs apply to all bookings.

GETTING THERE AND BACK
We recommend travelling by train to Bourg St Maurice as the lowest-carbon option. Train travel can be booked by contacting Rail Canterbury. Alternatively a car with two or more people also generates fewer emissions than flying.

However, we recognise that the time and cost might not be suitable for everyone. So if you intend to fly, we suggest you book your flights early - prices are currently £40-50 each way. Options include:

Geneva - British Airways fly from Gatwick & Heathrow; EasyJet from loads of places (Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Liverpool, East Midlands & Edinburgh); Swiss from London City Airport
Lyon - EasyJet from Stansted and bmi from Heathrow
Grenoble - Ryanair from Stansted

Cars can be hired from Holiday Autos for as little as £65. Or for transfers from Geneva, Coolbus can provide transfers each way for up to six people for £150, or Europe Transfer can take up to 8 people for EUR300.