Schools On Snow – School & Group Rates
Skiing and snowboarding are lifetime activities that help develop new skills, self-awareness and decision making – and they’re lots of fun!
New for the 2024/25 Season
Martock, in partnership with the Atlantic Snow Resorts Association, is pleased to present the Schools On Snow Atlantic website. This site is designed as a resource for educators preparing for a school trip. Schools On Snow information on access, safety, along with lesson plans for Elementary, Middle and High School.
Rates
Schools On Snow rates apply to public schools and colleges, as well as provincially registered private schools and universities. All participants, with the exception of chaperones and supervisors at an 8:1 ratio, must be students 8 years old, or older.
*All participants must arrive at the scheduled arrival time, those who do not arrive on time will not be eligible for the school rate or group lift/rental & lesson.
$30 – Lift Ticket, Equipment Rental and 1hr. Instruction
$20 – Lift Ticket Only and 1hr. Instruction
$20 – Equipment Rental and 1hr.Instruction
$10 – Helmet only
N/C – 1 chaperone for every 8 students
Lessons
Ski and Snowboard lessons are taught by trained instructors use a differentiated instruction to create a safe and fun environment in which students can learn and progress at their own pace. Canadian Association of Disabled Skiers (CADS) trained instructors are available to ensure students with physical and cognitive challenges have a great day on the snow.
*While our goal is to get students up the hill skiing and snowboarding on green terrain, safety is our priority. Some students may remain in the Learning Zone to continue to develop the skills to access the green terrain safely.
Equipment
Warm and comfortable rental equipment, from Burton and Head, is designed to make those first turns easier and to promote progression. Our Learning Zone is made up of terrain designed, sculpted and groomed to allow students to learn and progress at their own pace.
School Sport Nova Scotia Skiing and Snowboarding
Competitive skiing and snowboarding are SSNS sports. Martock provides coaching and training for school snowboard teams while the Martock Ski Race Club provides coaching for ski athletes. Training lanes are available Monday and Friday afternoon and evenings. Coaching is provided by certified ski and snowboard coaches. For more information, please refer to the School Sport Nova Scotia site.
Book your Schools On Snow Trip
We appreciate the work required to organize a trip. We’ve done our best to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible. You’ll find all the resources needed to organize your outdoor trip. A simple checklist will help you navigate the process from booking to your day on snow. You can find everything you need in our Schools/Groups section. In preparation for your trip, please review the Nova Scotia Department of Education Physical Education Safety Guidelines and the Schools On Snow site.
Please call at 902 798 9501, ext. 0 to book or if you have any questions.
Groups On Snow
Martock is the perfect place your office, group, team or club to have a fun and memorable day on the slopes! Special lift, 1hr. lesson and rental options and rates are available for groups of 15 or more on skiing and snowboarding.
Rates
Group rates are for all clubs, teams, social groups, businesses, nonprofits and non-registered schools. All group members must be 8 years old, or older.
*All participants must arrive at the scheduled arrival time, those who do not arrive on time will not be eligible for the group rate or group lift/rental & lesson.
$45 – Lift Ticket, Equipment Rental and 1hr. Instruction
$35 – Lift Ticket Only and 1 hr. Instruction
Lessons
Ski and Snowboard lessons are taught by trained instructors use a differentiated instruction to create a safe and fun environment in which students can learn and progress at their own pace. Canadian Association of Disabled Skiers (CADS) trained instructors are available to ensure group members with physical and cognitive challenges have a great day on the snow.
*While our goal is to get group members up the hill skiing and snowboarding on green terrain, safety is our priority. Some group members my remain in the Learning Zone to continue to develop the skills to access the green terrain safely.
Equipment
Warm and comfortable rental equipment, from Burton and Head, is designed to make those first turns easier and to promote progression. Our Learning Zone is made up of terrain designed, sculpted and groomed to allow group members to learn and progress at their own pace.
Book Your Group Trip
We appreciate the work required to organize a trip. We’ve done our best to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible. You’ll find all the resources needed to organize your outdoor trip. A simple checklist will help you navigate the process from booking to your day on snow. You can find everything you need in our Schools/Groups section.
Please call at 902 798 9501, ext. 0 to book or if you have any questions.