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11TH–17 TH DECEMBER 2020
INTRODUCTION
We are delighted to present to you the 14th running
of the Independent Schools Ski Championships. And
2020 promises to be another exciting year after the
tremendous success of Halsbury Ski’s first year in
charge of organising the event.
Halsbury Ski have been arranging school ski trips for over
30 years and are passionate about snowsports and inspiring
young people to reach their potential through travel –
something that the ISSC embodies perfectly.
The ISSC was created to give young skiers and snowboarders
the opportunity to develop their skills and grow their passion
for snowsports by competing abroad against other young
snowsports athletes. With Halsbury Ski on board, the event and
the UK’s young snowsport athletes have a bright future ahead.
Students will combine specialist ski race training with
competition for a mix of individual and team medals and
prizes. Join us in 2020 and let’s make this a year to remember!
See you on the slopes!
K EITH
KEITH SHARKEY
CHAIRMAN
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EVENT OVERVIEW
WHERE? WHEN?
Les Deux Alpes is the principal resort of the French Dauphiné
region. This resort is famous for its fantastic snow conditions and
FRIDAY11TH DECEMBER
is home to the largest skiable glacier in Europe, which reaches an – THURSDAY 17TH DECEMBER 2020
altitude of 3600m!
WHAT?
The Championships offer your pupils the opportunity to enjoy The Championships run for five days and six nights, with race
a hassle-free training camp abroad, as well as the chance to training and racing taking place throughout the event. The
socialise with their peers from schools across the UK. Held event closes with an end of week celebration and prize-giving
annually in December, it’s also a great way to provide some early ceremony.
season racing for any keen racers, and a positive introduction to
We’re flexible to suit your school’s requirements, so please just let
winter sports and racing for beginners.
us know if you’d like to come out earlier to make the most of your
trip to the mountains.
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OVERVIEW OF THE WEEK
SCHEDULE DEPENDANT ON CONDITIONS
F R I DAY S AT U R DAY S U N DAY M O N DAY T U E S DAY W E D N E S DAY T H U R S DAY
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
TRAVEL AND RACE RACE RACE RACE RACE DEPARTURE
ARRIVAL DAY. TRAINING TRAINING OR TRAINING OR TRAINING OR TRAINING DAY AND
WELCOME RACING RACING RACING OR RACING TRAVEL
MEETING. AND AWARDS
PLUS NIGHT PLUS NIGHT CEREMONY
SKI FIT PARALLEL PARALLEL
SLALOM OR GIANT SLALOM -
DISCIPLINE DEPENDENT UPON CONDITIONS
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS | 2020
WHO? COMPETITION
The Championships are open to all students aged 8–18 from all • G
iant slalom, and slalom, with team and individual prizes up
over the UK. Your students don’t necessarily need to have raced for grabs (under 10s, under 12s, under 14s, under 16s, under
before, they just need to be comfortable on red runs and eager 18s and open).
to learn! We’re also able to welcome individual racers, as long
• Parallel team slalom (juniors and seniors) if conditions allow.
as they’re accompanied by a parent or guardian.
EVENT MANAGEMENT RACE MANAGEMENT
The Championships are managed by Halsbury Ski, a leading The race days are managed by a British and ESF (Ecole du Ski
school ski tour operator. With over 30 years’ experience of Français) team of experienced staff.
providing school ski trips, Halsbury are well placed to ensure
that you’re supported throughout the process - so that you can
enjoy this unique experience as much as your young racers. Fully
accredited, Halsbury Ski is a member of ABTA and holds an
ATOL licence.
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SKI & SNOWBOARD PROGRAMME
The Ski & Snowboard Programme is tailor made focus. The pupils will not solely be skiing gates, as we believe all
and designed to cater for a wide range of abilities. mountain warm up is of paramount importance, but they will train
Instructors are carefully handpicked for the five days to in gates prior to the events.
provide encouraging and inspirational training sessions
to challenge advanced skiers and welcome those new WANT MORE RACE TRAINING?
to the sport. A fun and inclusive skiing environment is We’ve partnered with Impulse, a specialised UK race training ski school,
guaranteed, as pupils are taught in groups of nine, on so that schools can offer more race-specific training on the mountain. If
this would be of interest, please do get in touch for more information.
average.
The programme will include specialist performance development, PREVIOUS SKI RACING EXPERIENCE
race coaching sessions and gate training. The instructors use Previous ski racing experience is NOT required but pupils should be
various learning tools, including games and exercises, to make comfortable skiing on red runs.
lessons exciting and entertaining.
SAFETY
SKI INSTRUCTORS Safety is at the forefront of our operations and we are more
An experienced team of ESF (Ecole du Ski Français), Pro Ski than happy to provide all supporting documentation and risk
Les 2 Alpes and ESI (Ecole de Ski Internationale) instructors assessments to meet school requirements.
are handpicked each year to provide the tuition prior to the
competition. Having been a key part of the event since its
inception, these instructors are able to place the training within
the context of the event and provide fun days of skiing with a race
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PRIZE CATEGORIES
Overall team – junior and senior. Based on total points amassed by the team.
Dependent on race results.
1 GIANT SLALOM 2 SLALOM INDIVIDUAL 3 PARALLEL SLALOM
Open senior boys and girls (18 and under) Open senior boys and girls (18 and under) Open Team - 1st, 2nd
Open junior boys and girls (U12 and below) Open junior boys and girls (U12 and below) Plate - 1st, 2nd*
Individual prizes for age categories (boys and Individual prizes for age categories (boys and Juniors - 1st, 2nd
girls) U10, U12, U14, U16, 18 and under - 1st, 2nd girls) U10, U12, U14, U16, 18 and under - 1st,
*Dependant on numbers
3rd 2nd, 3rd
TEAM: TEAM:
B OYS’ S E N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D B OYS’ S E N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D
G I R L S’ S E N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D G I R L S’ S E N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D
B OYS’ J U N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D B OYS’ J U N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D
G I R L S’ J U N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D G I R L S’ J U N I O R T E A M - 1 S T , 2 N D , 3 R D
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AGE CATEGORIES
U18 born before 31st December 2004
U16 Born between 1st January 2005 and 31st December 2006
U14 Born between 1st January 2007 and 31st December 2008
U12 Born between 1st January 2009 and 31st December 2010
U10 Born after 1st January 2011
SENIOR U18
JUNIOR U12
PRIZES
Team cups and individual prizes are up for grabs. We’ll
have a huge selection of prizes from top industry brands.
PRIZE GIVING
All winners will be announced at the awards ceremony.
Winners of the individual age categories and team events
will be invited up on stage to collect their prizes.
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OFF-SNOW PROGRAMME
Each evening, pupils can enjoy a packed après-
ski programme, including bowling, quiz night and
informative talks.
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ARE ANY OF YOUR
STUDENTS TAKING PE
AT GCSE OR A LEVEL?
Skiing can be a great option for the non-exam
assessment component and the ISSC is the perfect
opportunity to capture video evidence!
With a moderator on our team, we can offer
comprehensive support and advice on this.
Contact us now to find out more.
01159 407 185
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BRING YOUR BEGINNERS!
And inspire them with the festival
atmosphere of the ISSC!
They’ll be placed in groups with other beginners
and will enjoy ski lessons throughout the week with
our highly-qualified, experienced ski instructors.
And when they’re not skiing, they’ll be able to
join in with the other fun activities and soak up the
atmosphere of a competitive ski racing event.
Contact us now for further details.
01159 407 185
11PHOTOS & VIDEOS
The trials, activities and training, as well as all
the other fun on and off the slopes, will all be
filmed. We’ll show the footage to pupils on a
regular basis, and upload it to our website, to give
friends and family back home a glimpse into their
mountain experience.
TO CHECK OUT LAST YEAR’S VIDEOS, PHOTOS AND BLOGS,
PLEASE VISIT:
S C H O O L S K I C H A M P I O N S H I P S .C O M
FAC E B O O K .C O M/S C H O O L S K I C H A M P S
#SCHOOLSKICHAMPS
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FLIGHTS & CARRIAGE
FLIGHTS
Flights are included as standard and we generally aim to WE WILL RELEASE DETAILED FLIGHT SCHEDULES
arrange flights from your nearest airport. We’ll have FROM SEPTEMBER.
outbound flights from:
IF YOU ARE JOINING US FROM OUTSIDE THE
UK WE WILL SIMPLY DEDUCT THE COST OF THE
• L O N D O N H E AT H R OW
• L O N D O N GAT W I C K FLIGHTS FROM YOUR PACKAGE (SEE PAGE 17).
• LONDON LUTON
• BRISTOL
• EDINBURGH
• MANCHESTER
CARRIAGE OR RENTAL
As part of the package we include ski carriage or a full rental pack Prior to your departure, we’ll visit your school to collect all your
for your pupils (and teachers). Please note that weight restrictions team’s ski equipment. We’ll then courier it out to resort and return
will apply for the ski carriage. it after the event.
13LES DEUX ALPES
FRANCEINDEPENDENT SCHOOLS SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS | 2020
EDINS MTS
DAUPHINE, FRANCE 220KM
GROOMED RUNS
HECTARE PIPE
69 9 GONDOLAS VILLAGE HEIGHT
HIGHEST PEAK
3600M
ANNUAL SNOWFALL
750CM LIFTS
23 CHAIR LIFTS
37 SURFACE LIFTS 1650M
SKI AREA THE TOWN
Les Deux Alpes is a vibrant resort town set against a backdrop Les Deux Alpes refers not to the two mountains, but to the
of mountain pastures and high alpine peaks. As France’s second villages of Venosc and Mont de Lan, located at its southern and
oldest ski resort and the main resort of the French Dauphiné northern tips. Originally quiet, pastoral communities frequented
region, Les Deux Alpes can confidently cater to all abilities with by sheep and goat farmers, Les Deux Alpes is now one of
its gentle nursery slopes, wide range of ski schools, powder-filled France’s premier resorts and set to become one of the most
off-piste and challenging red runs, as well as one of the largest exciting destinations in Europe.
glaciers in Europe.
Whether you’re stopping off at the local chocolaterie or enjoying
The resort is extremely snow sure and even hosts summer and a spot of snowshoeing, mountain biking or shopping in one of the
autumn camps for skiers and snowboarders on the glacier. many equipment stores lining its two main streets, Les Deux Alpes is
Thanks to its three separate race stadiums at different heights, an impressive winter and summer playground.
the Championships will always be run on the best possible
mountain conditions, in order to inspire a new generation of
snowsport lovers. Add in an ultra-efficient lift system, a new
boardercross circuit and a world-class snowpark, and it’s easy
to see why Les Deux Alpes is enduringly popular both with
domestic and foreign visitors.
15ACCOMMODATION
Schools are accommodated in a selection of hotels in
close proximity to the centre of Les Deux Alpes, with
breakfast and evening meals usually taken at the hotel.
HOTEL ATMOSPHERE
This cosy hotel couldn’t be in a better location - right in the centre
of Les 2 Alpes, the hotel is next door to the swimming pool and ice
rink, and just 150m from the Jandri Express lift.
HOTEL LA BRUNERIE
Another centrally-located hotel, the Hotel La Brunerie is just
a 5-minute walk from the Jandri Express lift. The hotel boasts
spacious bedrooms and a lovely restaurant with mountain views.
There’s also a lovely outdoor terrace and a heated indoor
swimming pool.
HOTEL L’OREE DES PISTES - BELAMBRA
This central hotel is a one-minute walk from the main central
bubble and is adjacent to the town centre, providing a convenient
location and welcoming environment for school groups.
DEPENDING ON DEMAND, WE MAY ALSO USE THE
SERVICES OF ADDITIONAL HOTELS OF A SIMILAR
STANDARD - THIS WILL BE CONFIRMED BY US AT THE
TIME OF HOTEL ALLOCATION.
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FOOD
A daily continental buffet breakfast is provided including meats,
cheeses, freshly-baked croissants, bread and a selection of
cereals. A daily packed lunch is provided and eaten on
the slopes under the supervision of the instructors.
Each evening, a minimum of three courses will be served. This is a
fantastic opportunity for students to enjoy a well-balanced meal
and to replenish their energy after a hard day’s skiing. It’s also a
great opportunity for them to socialise with their peers in-resort!
RESORT STAFF
The ISSC team are there to support you from your initial enquiry,
until you return home.
We have representatives on all flights and support staff in-resort
to ensure a smooth few days for both pupils and teachers.
The race itself is managed by an experienced team of ESF
staff to ensure that all safety elements are compliant with
the highest standards.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Ski Insurance is NOT included as part of the package and is a
pre-requisite for all competitors.
MPI Brokers, one of the event’s sponsors, are specialists in ski
and travel insurance. They provide an extremely thorough group
insurance option for schools who partake in amateur ski race
events, plus provide cover for those who are volunteer gate
keepers, so please feel free to get a quote from them by visiting
www.mpibrokers.com/issc
17TESTIMONIALS
Below is a snapshot of what other party leaders have said about the Championships. If you would like to be
put in contact with other team organisers, please do let us know as we would be more than happy to do so.
“We owe a massive thanks to Halsbury Ski for taking over “We’ve been coming every year, it is a great way to start the
the organisation of the event this year and we look forward to season, and it is just really well run!”
continuing to work in partnership with them on our future ski trips Jon Chesworth - Kings College Wimbledon
as well as ski racing events.”
Merchant Taylors School “Our kids thoroughly enjoyed themselves and I certainly hope that
Bradfield will be back next year. It was an enjoyable experience
“We’ve been coming for over five years now and use it as an from our point of view and we really appreciated both the
early season ski trip. We have a few strong skiers and it’s a great considerable effort that the ISSC and hotel staff put into the event
opportunity for them to compete.” and the friendly welcome we received from you all.”
Richard Crook - Ardingly College Matt Rigby - Bradfield College
“For us the event is great as it gives our more experienced skiers a
chance to compete, and allows the less experienced skiers to learn
more while having fun!”
Ben Green - Whitgift School
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PRICING AND INCLUSIONS
THE PACKAGE B O LT O N 1 You can add training from Impulse, a
UK specialist race ski school for just
6 NIGHTS £135 per person.
5 DAYS O F R AC E T R A I N I N G B O LT O N 2 Add GCSE/A level moderator
A N D R AC I N G support and filming. Supplement
F U L L- B OA R D AC C O M M O DAT I O N applies, please contact us for further
S K I H I R E/C A R R I AG E information. (see page 10 for details)
S K I PA S S
£1230
PP, Fully Inclusive
F L I G H T O U T - 11T H
F L I G H T B AC K - 17 T H
19PACKAGE DETAILS
We offer a range of options to suit each school, but here’s a quick guide to what’s usually included in the package:
WHAT’S INCLUDED
PRE-DEPARTURE SUPPORT: PARTY LEADER BENEFITS
• Support including a personal visit from an ISSC adviser Free place ratio of one to eight fully-paying passengers. This
(if required) includes accommodation for teachers sharing 2-3 per room,
• Presentation to help generate interest in the trip with single supplement subject to availability.
• Marketing and promotional literature
• Email and phone support from your ISSC trip coordinator WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
• Guidance on risk assessments • Lunch
on arrival day – can be purchased in resort
• Travel insurance
TRIP INCLUSIONS: • Pupils
should bring a ‘day pack’ with them for their
• Return flights from the UK packed lunches
• Return overseas transfers
• 3 (package dependent) days of training ADDITIONAL TEACHERS AND INSPECTION VISITS
(6hrs per day, average of 9 per group) • If you wish to bring additional teachers (i.e. above the
• 2 days of professionally-organised races complementary 1:8 ratio) this will be charged at an additional
• Plus night team parallel slalom £925pp or pro-rata to the number of pupils short of the
complementary quota – whichever is cheapest.
• Ski hire (or return ski carriage from your school)
including helmets •A ny teachers wishing to join on an inspection visit with a view
to bringing their school to future events are welcome at the
• 5 days’ full area ski lift pass
same rate.
• 6 nights’ full-board accommodation in multi-bed rooms
(breakfast, packed lunch and evening meal all included)
• Prize-giving ceremony
• Après-ski & evening entertainment
• In-resort representative
• Event hoodie
2021
PRE-EVENT TIMETABLE
HERE’S WHAT THE PREPARATION FOR YOUR ATTENDANCE AT THE CHAMPIONSHIPS COULD LOOK LIKE:
SPRING TERM SUMMER TERM SUMMER HOLIDAYS AUTUMN TERM
• ISSC to send out invitations to schools • ISSC to meet Group Leader and give a • ISSC to confirm final numbers and • Schools to confirm any changes to
• Schools to confirm initial numbers and presentation to pupils before half term schedule of events booking numbers by end of September
place a provisional booking to secure (if required) • ISSC to conduct thorough risk • ISSC to process final information packs
their place at the ISSC • ISSC to make provisional bookings and assessment and implement Safety including allocating accommodation,
conduct provisional risk assessment Management System rental information, flight bookings etc.
• First deposit to be paid with a
by half term
completed booking form
• ISSC to liaise with schools and provide
support up to the start of the event
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1S T D E P O S I T - 2N D FINAL
The following acts as a good guideline CONFIRM BOOKING I N S TA L M E N T I N S TA L M E N T
for the payment schedule based on the > > >
full package option. Please note that this £350PP £440PP £440PP
can be flexible.
N.B. All payments must be made through the school
– we cannot accept payments from individual parents
22FURTHER DETAILS
RACE CONDITIONS RACE RULES
GENERAL JUNIORS
The detailed rules for ski racing are complex and not easy to Any racers born in 2009 or after will automatically be entered into
follow, especially for novice competitors. Team Captains should the junior division.
know the rules and would find it helpful to be familiar with the
Fédération Internationale de Ski – International Competition Rules. BIBS
The rules can be found at gbski.com Bib numbers are allocated to competitors as a result of the draw
which will take place at the Captains’ meeting. They must be
CAPTAINS’ MEETING worn by all competitors during the race (and when inspecting the
Team Captains MUST attend the Captains’ meeting, held each course) and must not be exchanged with another competitor. Bibs
evening in the hotel, in order to be briefed by the Race Officials, will be given to competitors by their Team Captain in the start or
participate in the race draw and provide the race order for their finish area as decided at the Captain’s meeting.
team(s). They are responsible for ensuring that their team(s) are
properly briefed regarding the simplified rules set out below and PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
to ensure that their team(s) know the timings for the race (e.g. Competitors must be correctly attired at the start by wearing
course inspection, race start time, etc.). full clothing. Shorts, short sleeves, sunglasses, earphones/
headphones and rucksacks etc. will not be allowed. Ski goggles
TEAM SELECTION MUST be worn on top. Competitors MUST wear skis fitted with
Teams will be automatically allocated dependant on the brakes (ankle straps are NOT acceptable).
individual’s age and gender. There are no circumstances in which
the teams can be changed. In the event of a racer injured in HELMETS
training, the team will have to race with one less. Helmets and goggles must be worn by all competitors. Helmets
MUST be of the type specifically designed for ski racing and
TEAM SIZES MUST be free of any camera mounts and covers. Any racers with
Giant Slalom and Slalom - Minimum of 6 in a team, with the a camera mount or helmet cover will be disqualified.
4 fastest times counting.
Parallel Slalom - Likely to be 6 in a team, although final numbers
per team will be confirmed at the meeting.
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RACE CONDITIONS RACE RULES
SLALOM AND PARALLEL SLALOM Team positions will be tabulated by points according to where
The starting order will be drawn as an ‘individual racing draw’ each racer finishes in their respective age division.
and there will be no seeding of the racers. The order will be 1st - 10 points 6th - 5 points
reversed in the second run. There will be no adjustment to the 2nd - 9 points 7th - 4 points
order dependent on first run times. 3rd - 8 points 8th - 3 points
We will be running two courses side-by-side, with a split of boys 4th - 7 points 9th - 2 points
and girls. 5th - 6 points 10th - 1 point
• Each school will have the following team splits – boys and girls in
junior and senior divisions (i.e. we will not need any ‘team submissions’ So, for example, if a team has a pupil who came 3rd in the U18
as this will happen automatically. Any co-ed teams will be entered into division, they will receive 8 points. If another of their pupils came
the boys’ division). 6th in the U14s, they will receive an additional 5 points, and so
• The starting order of the races will be an automatic race draw, with on. The winning team of each division will be those who have
juniors racing first. accumulated the most points. Only the top 4 highest scoring racers
• The second run will be in reverse order (juniors first). from each team will be counted.
• Individual placements will be recorded on the fastest combined time.
COURSE INSPECTIONS
Course inspection is strongly recommended. The timing of
PARALLEL SLALOM RACE ORDER
course inspections will be announced together with the mode
We adopt a ‘fencing pools system’ where everyone races of inspection. The mode of inspection must be adhered to by
everyone in their pool. This will generate a pool order, with the top competitors. Infringements will attract an official warning and
teams going through to the knockouts. The bottom teams will then repeated breaches may result in disqualification. Shadowing any
go through to a ‘plate’ if we have the capacity. If the result of the part of the course is not permitted. Skiers must ‘slide’ the course
pool race was a draw, a ski off will be conducted. If more than two and not ski it at full pace. If in any doubt, please ask one of the
teams have equal points, a round robin will be conducted. race officials.
GATE KEEPERS
Each school must volunteer one member of staff to act as a
gatekeeper to be on rotation throughout the races.
25RACE CONDITIONS RACE RULES
THE START PASSING OF GATES
Competitors must arrive at the start in plenty of time and will be Gates are formed by at least two poles with an imaginary line
called forward by bib number. Competitors arriving at the start between them. The competitor passes the gate correctly when
too late to start in their race order will normally be allowed a both ski tips AND both feet have passed over the imaginary line.
provisional run and the race officials will decide whether the run If a competitor loses a ski without fault (e.g. without straddling
will count on completion of the race. For the giant slalom, when a gate) s/he may continue on one ski. If a gate is not passed
the competitor is positioned in the starting gate, the start referee correctly, a competitor may go back up the hill to pass the gate
will call ‘10 seconds’, then ‘5,4,3,2,1’ and ‘go’. The competitor correctly (in either direction). Groups of gates have a gate judge
must start within the 10 second period between the 5 seconds who, if in doubt, the competitor should ask whether the gate was
announcement and 5 seconds after the ‘go’ or be disqualified. For passed correctly. The gate judge will reply with ‘go on’ or ‘go
the slalom, the start referee will shout ‘ready’, then order ‘go’. The back up’, or words to that effect. If a competitor misses a gate s/
competitor must start within 10 seconds of this order. Although the he no longer has the right to continue down the course and must
above describes how the start should be conducted, competitors either go back to the missed gate or ski out of the course. In giant
must be briefed to follow the instructions of the starter. For the slalom and slalom, a competitor abandoning the course must
parallel slalom, the first competitors in each team will start after a descend via the side of the course and not ski through the finish.
‘3, 2, 1, go’, with each subsequent competitor going on the drop of For the parallel slalom, abandoning the course should not be an
a flag at the finish on their side of the course. option as one point is awarded to a team that finishes second but
was not disqualified.
GATES
For the parallel slalom (PS), two virtually identical courses will be OVERALL TEAM PRIZE
set and gates will consist of a single pole – red for one course By receiving a team placing on each event, the teams will receive
and blue for the other. Teams will be drawn to compete on each a point which will place them in the overall table:
course. Juniors will race on ‘stubbie’ gates.
Giant Slalom and Slalom Parallel Slalom
1st - 10 points 1st - 10 points
2nd - 8 points 2nd - 8 points
3rd - 6 points 3rd - 6 points
4th - 4 Points 4th - 4 points
5th - 2 Points
The overall team champions will be the ones who amass
the most points.
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RACE CONDITIONS RACE RULES
ASSISTANCE TO COMPETITORS If a competitor is obstructed but continues with the run, a re-run
Competitors must not be assisted by anyone while negotiating will not be given as the competitor is deemed to have accepted
the course. In Alpine racing, a competitor is normally subject to the obstruction.
immediate disqualification should this occur. For the ISSC, the race On completion of the run, the race officials will decide whether the
officials will be flexible, particularly if the assistance is from one of re-run was valid or not.
the ESF gatekeepers or course maintainers.
THE RESULTS
THE FINISH The provisional results will be posted as soon as possible after the
The finish must be crossed on both skis, on one ski or with no skis completion of the race. Competitors have 15 minutes to appeal
in the case of a fall within the finish area (i.e. between the last and, although this would normally be accompanied by a fee,
gate and the finish line) and where the momentum carries the this will be waived for the ISSC. For the ISSC, competitors need
competitor through the finish. Assisted momentum, e.g. crawling, only to complete either the first or second run for the time to be
rolling, walking, running may result in disqualification. For safety counted. If both runs are completed then the best time counts.
reasons, competitors must clear the finish area as soon as they Competitors must at all times obey the orders of the race officials
have completed their run. whose primary concern and responsibility is for the safety of all
participants.
RE-RUNS
The race officials will at all times give the benefit of the doubt to
A provisional re-run will normally be awarded to competitors who
racers when deciding penalties as described above.
are obstructed (e.g. by another competitor, official, broken pole,
equipment etc.).
The procedure to be followed is:
1 Leave the course immediately
2 S
ki down the side of the course and NOT through the finish
3 Report to a race official and request a re-run
4 If granted, report immediately to the start referee.
27FAQS & BOOKING CONDITIONS
BOOKING
Each school is expected to fill a minimum of 8 places – however,
the more you can bring, the better! If you’re not able to get 8 ACCOMMODATION
students signed up, then please let us know and we’ll do our best We aim to provide high standards of food and accommodation
to accommodate your team. for all our school groups. All rooms for students are multi-bedded
with en-suite facilities. We will aim to provide twin rooms for staff
There are no specific requirements regarding the number of boys and
at no additional cost, however, this is subject to availability and
girls, skiers or snowboarders. However, please note that in the case of
the gender breakdown of the staff. Single rooms are charged
snowboarders, dedicated training will only be provided if a minimum
at a supplement on request and are subject to availability. The
of 9 snowboarders of the same level attend from across the schools.
standard of accommodation does vary from hotel to hotel, but our
If you believe it’s going to be difficult to fill spaces, then we can try to
minimum standard is 2*.
combine you with another school, or otherwise accommodate your
group. We just ask that you contact us as soon as possible if you think
FREE STAFF PLACES
this is a possibility.
We provide a 1:8 free place ratio, which includes shared
DEPOSITS AND SCHEDULES accommodation for teachers (it may be necessary for teachers
from different schools to share rooms). Free places are based
All deposits are strictly non-refundable. Please make this clear to
on group numbers divisible by the ratio, e.g. 8 or 10 paying
all party members. After receipt of the first deposits of £350pp,
passengers. Should your group size decrease through any cause
we ask for second deposits of £440pp six weeks later. The final
we reserve the right to limit the free places in accordance with that
balance of the trip is due ten weeks prior to departure. We ask that
group size. We will aim to help our clients in any way to retain
these schedules are strictly adhered to.
group numbers and staff places. Pro rata rates can be supplied for
ISSC reserves the right to pass on to the client additional costs incurred free places if required.
through late receipt of deposits. We accept payment via bank transfer
or cheque payment. Please make sure all cheques are payable to CANCELLATION POLICY
Halsbury Travel. ISSC also requests you send just one cheque on If you have a pupil that needs to cancel their booking before
behalf of the school and not multiple cheques from parents. the start of the event, they will be required to pay the relevant
cancellation fees:
A. After payment of first deposit up until 6 weeks after booking –
loss of first deposit
B. After payment of second deposit up until 70 days before
departure – loss of 50% of invoiced price
C. 70 – 14 days before departure – loss of 75% of invoiced price.
D. Within 2 weeks of departure – loss of 100% of invoiced price.
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FAQS & BOOKING CONDITIONS
PUPIL AND TEACHER INFORMATION communication throughout the booking. We also require notice of
We require a full list of all group names, skiing experience and any changes you wish to make to the booking as soon as possible.
passport details up to a minimum of 2 months prior to departure. Please note, changes requested too close to the departure date
may not be possible.
ADMINISTRATION FEES
DO ISSC HAVE ANY RISK ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE
All changes to dates and party names after payment of the first
deposits will be met with a £20 administration fee. Late additions
FOR SCHOOLS?
to the party will also incur a supplement at ISSC’s discretion. On request we can provide a risk assessment for travel and other
off-mountain activities, accommodation and ski races. We can
FLIGHTS also provide a copy of our Safety Management System, which
ISSC will endeavour to provide the best flight routes and times covers our operating procedure.
for your trip, however, all flight times and routes are subject
to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Flight details will
PHOTOS
be provided once your final balance has been paid and will Photos of the event will be available for purchase. While we do our
usually be released in October when we have all the school utmost to obtain a photo of each racer, we cannot guarantee this.
applications confirmed. Information will be passed to clients as
soon as possible. Low fare airlines’ booking procedures often WILL ISSC SUPPLY THE NAME OF THE VARIOUS
stipulate charges for passenger name changes and additional OPERATORS AND EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS?
administration. ISSC reserves the right to pass on extra charges in The hotel numbers and the transport company details will be
accordance with those stipulated by the airlines in the event that handed out on the risk assessments.
they are incurred as a result of the client’s actions.
IS THE HOTEL SECURED AT NIGHT AND ARE THERE
PRICE GUARANTEE STAFF ON DUTY ALL NIGHT? HOW FAR WILL THE STAFF
All prices are fully guaranteed against fuel surcharges and taxes if INVOLVED BE SLEEPING FROM THE PUPILS?
booking procedures are adhered to. In the event that the booking All external doors are locked at night and at least one member of
procedures are not adhered to, ISSC reserves the right to re-cost staff will be placed on each floor with the pupils.
the trip if necessary. At ISSC, we understand the complications and
difficulties of running a school trip. We aim to provide you with a WILL WE RECEIVE A DETAILED ITINERARY?
service that makes running the trip as easy as possible. In order to These will be released with the booking schedule.
do this, it is essential for you, the Party Leader, to provide us with
as much information as possible, as well as keeping in constant
29LOOKING FOR A SCHOOL SKI
TRIP FOR ALL YOUR STUDENTS?
Halsbury Ski, organisers of the ISSC, have over 30 years’
experience in arranging school ski trips.
Founded by Keith Sharkey, a former teacher, passionate skier
and Chairman of the ISSC, we know what it takes to make a
successful school ski trip.
Our fully-inclusive trips offer fantastic value for money in
resorts across Europe and North America.
So, shall we start planning your next school ski trip?
Halsbury.com/ski
Got any questions?
Speak to your regional Ski Specialist!
01159 407 185
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