Beginner
Beginner Course
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Skiing in Gulmarg
India's premier skiing experience — a cinematic five-night, six-day beginner ski program in the heart of the Himalayas, from your very first slide on flat snow to a confident full run down the mountain.
5 NightsStay
6 DaysCoached
1 : 3Instructor Ratio
GSTIncluded
The Experience
More than a course. A complete mountain experience.
Join Gulmarg Ski Club for an unforgettable five-night, six-day skiing camp set in the heart of the Himalayas. Whether you're a complete beginner or building confidence on snow, our professionally guided program takes you from your first slide on flat ground to a confident full run down the mountain — one turn at a time.
- Professional Ski Coaching
- Daily Skill Progression
- Lift Access Included
- Comfortable Accommodation
- Two Major Meals Included
- Gondola Ticket Included
- Beginner Certification
5NNights' Stay
6DCoached Days
5★Hotel Tiers
ALLGear Provided
2×Meals Daily
GSTIncluded
The Journey
Six days from beginner to skier
Arrival
Do's, Don'ts & the Concept of Skiing
A theory class walking you through the do's and don'ts and the whole concept of basic skiing — touch-based on the techniques to come.
Day 01
Snow Plough & Plough Turns
Form a 'pizza slice' or 'V' shape, pushing the tails apart so the inside edges engage — the foundation for controlling speed and stopping. Then initiate plough turns by pressuring one ski's inside edge.
Day 02
Kick Turn
A stationary 180° change of direction: lift one ski tail, swing it around, plant it, then bring the other to match. Essential mobility for cat tracks, steep traverses and tight spaces.
Day 03
Traverse Across the Slope
Ski across the slope at an angle rather than straight down. Skis stay parallel as you lean slightly into the hill to engage your uphill edges and stop sliding sideways.
Day 04
Stem Turn
The bridge between snow plough and parallel skiing. From a traverse, briefly stem the uphill ski into a small wedge, transfer your weight onto it to complete the turn, and finish with skis parallel.
Day 05
Uphill Christie / Uphill Swing
A finishing manoeuvre: after completing a turn, deliberately let your skis skid sideways so they point more uphill, using the rising slope to slow and stop. Builds controlled skidding and rotary skills.
Day 06
First Phase Gondola & Side Slip
The ultimate day: skiing from the first phase of the Gondola and mastering the side slip. Flatten the edges to slide down the fall line, re-engage to stop — an amazing ski experience, and your beginner certification.
Choose Your Level
Three ways up the mountain
Start where you are — from your first slide on flat snow to Apharwat's off-piste bowls.
The Mountain
Gulmarg trail map
From the learner meadow at the base to Apharwat's off-piste bowls at 4,000 m, here's how Gulmarg's terrain stacks up — and where our courses take you.
Terrain shown is illustrative. Daily run choices depend on snow, weather and avalanche conditions — always follow your instructor's and the ski patrol's guidance on the mountain.
Stay Your Way
Five tiers, one all-inclusive program
Every price is per person and includes coaching, lift access, meals and GST. Choose only the comfort level that suits you.
Silver
₹31,990 / person
all-inclusive · Comfort
- Roseland Cottage · Gulmarg Inn · Gulmarg Ski Lodge · Hotel Poshwan
Most Popular
Gold
₹43,199 / person
all-inclusive · Premium
- Hotel Welcome · Hotel Affarwat · Hotel Zagheer
Diamond
₹57,499 / person
all-inclusive · Luxury
- Hotel Gulmarg Woods · Hotel Lupin · Hotel Meadows
Platinum
₹76,999 / person
all-inclusive · Signature
- Hotel Vintage · Grand Mumtaz · Royal Castle · Hotel Hilltop
All tiers · per person · inclusive of coaching, lifts, meals & GST. Gold is our most-booked package.
What's In & Out
One price, no surprises
Included
- Ski gear — skis, boots, poles & safety kit
- Professional ski coach every session
- Lift passes — unlimited learning-slope access
- Accommodation — Basic to Platinum tiers
- Two major meals — breakfast & dinner daily
- Gondola ticket — Phase 1 fully covered
- GST included — no hidden costs
Not Included
- Airfare — flights to/from Srinagar
- Airport transfers (pick-up/drop at extra cost)
- Other snow activities — sledding, ice skating
- Photo / video coverage
- Beverages, room service & personal extras
Before You Pack
- Warm layers, gloves & thermal base layers
- Sunscreen and UV-rated sunglasses
- Valid government photo ID for check-in
- Personal medication & basic first aid
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Meet Your Coaches
Taught by the people who built skiing in Gulmarg
Led by founder Shahid Rasool and India's own women's international skier Sabiya Nabi, with a team of certified local coaches raised on these very slopes.
Founder & Head Coach
Shahid Rasool
Founder of Gulmarg Ski Club since 2011 — J&K's famous ski & snowboarding school. Over one lakh guests served and a team of thirty. Shahid brings fifteen years of coaching on this very mountain: patient, precise and relentlessly encouraging from your first glide to your graduation run.
Owner & Managing Director
Sabiya Nabi
Owner and Managing Director of Gulmarg Ski Club and one of India's leading female skiers. A trailblazer for women's skiing in Kashmir, Sabiya has represented India on the international stage and brings world-class experience to every guest — especially women stepping onto snow for the first time.
Aqib Para
11 yrs · Senior Instructor
Aqib Dar
9 yrs · Instructor
Imran
10 yrs · Instructor
Tariq Bhat
9 yrs · Instructor
Shoaib
11 yrs · Senior Instructor
John
11 yrs · Senior Instructor
Safety First
Your safety is our priority
We hold ourselves to the highest safety standards so you can focus entirely on the mountain, knowing everything else is handled.
1
Trusted & Certified Team
We work only with trusted vendors and certified instructors and guides, all vetted by us.
2
Emergency Medical Cover
In touch with the nearest hospitals and medical facilities at all times for emergencies and evacuations.
3
Doctor on Call 24/7
A local doctor is on call any time of day if necessary — peace of mind for every guest and family.
4
First Aid & CPR Trained
Every crew member is trained in first aid and CPR and prepared for any situation on or off the slopes.
5
Full Safety Gear
Helmets, goggles and protective equipment provided for all activities throughout the program.
6
1:3 Instructor Ratio
A maximum of three students per instructor — every beginner gets personal attention and supervision.
7
Weather & Avalanche Monitoring
Daily weather and avalanche bulletins before every session; activities adjusted or suspended if unsafe.
8
Daily Safety Briefing
Every session begins with a mandatory briefing covering slope rules, fall techniques and emergency procedures.
Pick Your Departure
2026–27 fixed departures
Each is a 5-night, 6-day program with limited spots per cohort, so early booking is recommended. Need a different date? We customise — tell us your dates and preferred stay and we'll build a plan around it.
December 2026
- 10
- 15
- 20
- 25
- 28
January 2027
- 02
- 07
- 16
- 21
- 24
- 29
February 2027
- 01
- 06
- 12
- 18
- 24
- 28
March 2027
- 01
- 06
- 12
- 18
- 24
- 30
Why Gulmarg
The best mountain in India to learn on
Gulmarg is a rare thing — a world-class big mountain with a beginner's heart. The Gondola is one of the highest cable cars on Earth, opening 1,300 vertical metres of terrain above wide, forgiving learning slopes minutes from your hotel.
Cold, dry Himalayan powder, uncrowded pistes and a season that runs mid-December to late March make it the ideal place to learn to ski — whether it's your first day on snow or your fiftieth.
A Day on the Mountain
How your day unfolds
Morning warm-up
Meet your coach, fit gear and warm up with drills on the learning slopes while the light is soft and the snow fresh.
Coached sessions & lunch
Two focused coaching blocks on technique, split by a hot mountain lunch and plenty of kahwa to recharge.
Afternoon & video review
Free skis practice, then an evening video review so you can see your progress and set tomorrow's goal.
Come Prepared
What to bring
Everything technical is included — you just bring warm layers and the essentials below.
Pack this
- Thermal base layers (top & bottom)
- Warm mid-layer / fleece
- Waterproof gloves & warm socks
- UV sunglasses or spare goggles
- High-SPF sunscreen & lip balm
We provide
- Skiing gear — skis, boots & helmet
- Lift & Gondola access per course
- Certified coaching, small groups
- Mountain lunches & hot drinks
- Progress certificate & photos
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Complete beginners and improvers alike. Over five nights and six days we take you from your very first slide on flat snow to a confident full run down the first phase of the Gondola — no experience needed.
Professional ski coaching, all ski gear (skis, boots, poles & safety kit), unlimited learning-slope lift passes, Phase 1 Gondola ticket, accommodation in your chosen tier, two major meals daily (breakfast & dinner), GST and a beginner certification.
We keep a maximum of three students per instructor, so every beginner gets personal attention, guidance and supervision at all times.
Yes — every Gulmarg Ski Club instructor and crew member is trained in first aid and CPR, and is prepared to respond to any situation on or off the slopes.
Warm layers, gloves and thermal base layers, sunscreen and UV-rated sunglasses, a valid government photo ID for check-in, and personal medication. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Absolutely. Choose whichever hotel tier you like — luxury or otherwise — and if our fixed dates don't suit, tell us your preferred dates and we'll build a plan around you.
Your winter starts here.
5 nights · 6 days · beginner program. Limited spots per cohort — book on +91 7006 575 092 or send an enquiry.