Little Gliders
Little Gliders introduces children to Cross Country and Alpine disciplines through game-based learning with modified ski equipment. Using Nordic Rocks strap on skis, participants learn skills and techniques for cross country skiing.
The program prepares students for an on-snow experience. Children will be challenged both physically and cognitively to learn new balance, coordination, and flexibility skills as well as to understand the basic elements of snowsports safety.
Activities include introductions to classic and skate skiing, downhill techniques such as tucking and slalom, synchronised skiing and obstacle courses, as well as adapted games such as 1-ski soccer, pass the yeti and snowman frisbee,
Sessions can be delivered on carpet and grass surfaces. Only available in ACT and Jindabyne.
Little Gliders (Coach Delivered - ACT and Jindabyne only)
Little Gliders is offered as a coach delivered package in the ACT and Jindabyne area only.
The estimated cost for one group of 20 students with 4 in-school sessions is $550.
Inquire below for more information and coach availiability before booking.
Program Details & Resources
The proram can be delivered as a four session program in school by teaches or an external coach. Each lesson is 45 minutes, which can be adjusted to class schedule and time allotment.
You can download the program curriculum that provides a structured program that includes four lesson plans and other key information to help teachers and coaches deliver fun and engaging sessions, no snow required.
Little Gliders Coaching Accreditation Course
This online course has been designed by Snow Australia to provide coaches and teachers with the tools to deliver a snowsports experience to children ‘off-snow’. This course will provide participants with an overview of the skills and equipment necessary to deliver a safe, fun, and inclusive experience.
The course is free, but you do need an active Snow Australia membership to access and complete the course. A free 'Snowracer' or volunteer membership is available to do so.
Register or renew for a Snow Australia membership here
How to complete the course
You will first need an active Snow ID (linked to a Snow Australia membership) to access the course on Snow Australia's eLearning platform, the Snow Academy.
Register or renew for either a free 'Snowracer' or volunteer Snow Australia membership. Membership includes free insurance cover while volunteering in Australian events. This insurance is for non-medical expenses to the value of $500.
The next step is to head to the Snow Academy to set up a profile and undertake the course. Once logged into the Snow Academy you can complete the course.
Scroll down to find the course once entering the Snow Academy. The course is named 'Little Shredders Coaching Accreditation'
Contact Snow Australia
For expressions of interest, bookings, availability or general queries. Please contact us below!