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After School Program Registration - Registration is now closed

The Big White Ski and Board School After School Program is available exclusively to local Okanagan school students, from Grade 4 - Secondary. It includes three fully-supervised after school sessions, running for three consecutive weeks as well as pick-up/drop-of in luxury Western bus line buses and lift tickets (if necessary). Kids can also pick up discounted rentals if they need them. In all it's a great opportunity for kids to get together with their buddies and have three awesome evenings at Big White with some of the best instructors in the world without mum or dad having to worry about a thing!

 

Contact Us:

Direct: 250-491-6101
Toll Free: 1-866-491-9040
Email: skischool@bigwhite.com

 

Give your kids an opportunity of a lifetime by signing them up for the 2019/2020 After School Program. This fantastic local program has been running for over 20 years and has been recognized and awarded by Ski Canada magazine as one of the best ways to keep the kids busy after school!

The program is exclusively offered to local Okanagan students in grade 4 through to secondary school and is a fantastic way to get them onto the slopes.

The aim of the program is to allow local kids to experience the excitement of skiing and snowboarding at an affordable price for parents. The After School Program creates a great learning environment as it blends fun, dedicated instructors and a great social atmosphere.

2019-2020 Program Rates

Cost Additions: Rentals Season Pass Holder Rebate
Until Dec 15: $170 $29 - $10
Starting Dec 16:  $210 $29 - $10
 
Registration Deadlines Sessions
Closes December 23, 2019 #1, #2, #3
Closes January 20, 2020 #4, #5
Closes February 17, 2020 #6, #7, #8

*Prices do not include tax and are subject to change without notice.

Includes

  • 3 x Ski/ Board Lessons
  • 3 x Lift tickets
  • 3 x Western Bus Line transfers to and from the mountain
  • 3 x Meals

More Info

  • Supervision and safety are paramount to the success of this program. From the moment students step foot onto the bus they are supervised by our chaperones until they are safely returned to school for pickup.
  • Chaperones wait for students at the front of school at dismissal, attendance is taken, students are organized and tickets are distributed.
  • Upon arrival at Big White, students dress, are outfitted with equipment and then passed into the hands of the friendly ski instructors who ensure everyone receives the highest level of care and attention.
  • Students are supervised during meals by our chaperons. During students’ free practice time on the slopes; instructors and chaperones are continuously skiing the open runs providing supervision and assistance if required.
  • At 7:45 pm buses depart Big White with approximate arrival times at Rutland and Kelowna schools between 8:30 - 9:00 pm and between 8:45 - 9:15 pm to Mission, Winfield and West Kelowna schools

Please Note

  • Big White is not responsible for any lost items or damage to personal items that are incurred during this program.
  • Students are to attend their lessons each night to enhance their chances of remaining safe and skiing/riding in control during free ride time.
  • Free ride time is supervised by chaperones, however, students are not paired with an adult for the entire free ride time.

Contact Us

Direct: 250-491-6101
Toll Free: 1-866-491-9040
Email: skischool@bigwhite.com

 

  • Program Details

    Give your kids an opportunity of a lifetime by signing them up for the 2019/2020 After School Program. This fantastic local program has been running for over 20 years and has been recognized and awarded by Ski Canada magazine as one of the best ways to keep the kids busy after school!

    The program is exclusively offered to local Okanagan students in grade 4 through to secondary school and is a fantastic way to get them onto the slopes.

    The aim of the program is to allow local kids to experience the excitement of skiing and snowboarding at an affordable price for parents. The After School Program creates a great learning environment as it blends fun, dedicated instructors and a great social atmosphere.

    2019-2020 Program Rates

    Per 3 week
    Program Session    		 Cost
    Until December 15th $170
    Starting December 16th $210
    Additions: Rentals $29
    Season Pass Holder Rebate - $10
    Registration Deadlines Sessions
    Closes December 23, 2019 #1, #2, #3
    Closes January 20, 2020 #4, #5
    Closes February 17, 2020 #6, #7, #8

    *Prices do not include tax and are subject to change without notice.

    Includes

    • 3 x Ski/ Board Lessons
    • 3 x Lift tickets
    • 3 x Western Bus Line transfers to and from the mountain
    • 3 x Meals

    More Info

    • Supervision and safety are paramount to the success of this program. From the moment students step foot onto the bus they are supervised by our chaperones until they are safely returned to school for pickup.
    • Chaperones wait for students at the front of school at dismissal, attendance is taken, students are organized and tickets are distributed.
    • Upon arrival at Big White, students dress, are outfitted with equipment and then passed into the hands of the friendly ski instructors who ensure everyone receives the highest level of care and attention.
    • Students are supervised during meals by our chaperons. During students’ free practice time on the slopes; instructors and chaperones are continuously skiing the open runs providing supervision and assistance if required.
    • At 7:45 pm buses depart Big White with approximate arrival times at Rutland and Kelowna schools between 8:30 - 9:00 pm and between 8:45 - 9:15 pm to Mission, Winfield and West Kelowna schools

    Please Note

    • Big White is not responsible for any lost items or damage to personal items that are incurred during this program.
    • Students are to attend their lessons each night to enhance their chances of remaining safe and skiing/riding in control during free ride time.
    • Free ride time is supervised by chaperones, however, students are not paired with an adult for the entire free ride time.

    Contact Us

    Direct: 250-491-6101
    Toll Free: 1-866-491-9040
    Email: skischool@bigwhite.com

     

  • Program Schedule

     

    After School Program 2020 Schedule - Registration is now closed

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#1 (Registration Closes December 23, 2019)

    Tuesday - January 7/14/21
    Belgo
    South Rutland
    Black Mountain*
    Davidson Road*
    Glenmore*
    North. Glenmore*
    Pearson Road
    Quigley
    Watson Road*

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#2 (Registration Closes December 23, 2019)

    Wednesday - January 8/15/22
    Anne McClymont*
    Casorso*
    Chute Lake*
    Dorothea Walker
    L'anse-au-sable Elementary*
    Raymer
    St. Joseph's Catholic School
    South Kelowna

     

    MIDDLE/SECONDARY PROGRAM
    Session#3 (Registration Closes December 23, 2019)

    Thursday - January 9/16/23
    Canyon Falls Middle*
    Constable Neil Bruce*
    Dr. Knox*
    George Elliot*
    Glenrosa Middle*
    Immaculata High*
    Kelowna Christian School Mid/Sec*
    KLO*
    Kelowna Secondary School*
    L'anse-au-sable Middle*
    L'anse-au-sable Secondary*
    Mt. Boucherie*
    Okanagan Mission*
    Rutland Middle*
    Rutland Senior*
    Springvalley Middle*
    Okanagan Christian School*

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#4 (Registration Closes January 20, 2020)

    Tuesday - Jan 28, Feb 4/11
    A.S Matheson
    Bankhead
    Casorso*
    Heritage Christian
    Rutland Elementary
    Spring Valley Elementary
    Willowstone Academy
    Studio 9 Independent
    Arrowleaf Academics

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#5 (Registration Closes January 20, 2020)

    Wednesday - Jan 29, Feb 5/12
    Chief Tomat
    George Pringle
    Glenrosa Elementary
    Helen Gorman
    Hudson Road
    Mar Jok*
    Rose Valley*
    Shannon Lake

     

     

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#6 (Registration Closes February 17, 2020)

    Tuesday - Feb 25, Mar 3/10
    Black Mountain*
    Davidson Road*
    Ellison
    Kelowna Christian School Elementary
    L'anse-au-sable Elementary*
    OK Montessori Elementary
    Oyama
    Peter Greer
    Lakeside School

     

    ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
    Session#7 (Registration Closes February 17, 2020)

    Wednesday - Feb 26, Mar 4/11
    Anne McClymont*
    Chute Lake*
    Glenmore*
    Mar Jok*
    North Glenmore*
    Rose Valley*
    Watson Road*
    Dorothea Walker*

     

    MIDDLE/SECONDARY PROGRAM
    Session#8 (Registration Closes February 17, 2020)

    Thursday - Feb 27, March 5/12
    Canyon Falls Middle*
    Constable Neil Bruce*
    Dr. Knox*
    George Elliot*
    Glenrosa Middle*
    Immaculata High*
    Kelowna Christian School Mid/Sec*
    KLO*
    Kelowna Secondary School*
    L'anse-au-sable Middle*
    L'anse-au-sable Secondary*
    Mt. Boucherie*
    Okanagan Mission*
    Rutland Middle*
    Rutland Senior*
    Springvalley Middle*
    Okanagan Christian School*

     

    *Scheduled for two (3 week) sessions. Dates are subject to change and are weather permitting.