Become A Rep: The Ski Club of Great Britain - A Brief History

Why does the Ski Club exist?
To help people get onto the slopes to enjoy skiing and boarding without spending a fortune. Ski Club membership opens up a world of benefits that make skiing and boarding more fun and even cheaper – which is why we now have around 30,000 members. Anyone can join. The Ski Club is for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities including absolute beginners. Ski Club members save money, get help preparing for the slopes and have a range of holiday options to choose from. They also have access to a wealth of information and a calendar of events that spans the entire year.

Ski Club Past
The Club was founded in 1903 by a small group of ski pioneers and was responsible for starting international competitions in 1920 leading to the first World Championships in downhill and slalom in 1931. Although the first Winter Olympics in 1924 included cross-country skiing only, the Ski Club appealed to the International Ski Federation for downhill and slalom to be included, which was accepted by 1936. The Ski Club then developed its recreational side, starting with British Ski Tests to give skiers goals to aim for. In the 1930s the Club began to organise specialist ski holidays. The British Ski Federation was then set up as the national governing body for ski racing in 1964.

Ski Club Present
The Club now offers an impressive collection of services…

• Holidays

As well as a company search engine, there is also a Travel Service for booking the right holiday at a discounted price, and Ski Freshtracks – a programme of specialist holidays run by the Club. Members can also ski with Ski Club reps based in 41 resorts across the world – an excellent way to discover the best areas in resort, find some fresh powder or simply hook up with other members.

• Discounts

Over 1000 discounts for Ski Club members – from UK shops (eg. Fat Face, Ellis Brigham, Snow+Rock, White Stuff), to discounts in resort, car hire, airport parking, transfer services, health and fitness services, and at dry slopes. Over 90 tour operators offer a discount on their holidays to Ski Club members.

• www.skiclub.co.uk

Snow reports, resort guides, all the latest news, guides to download on fitness for skiing, working in a ski resort, travelling independently, safety on the slopes, the latest snowsports equipment and more. Competitions, a chat forum, photo gallery and various special offers are also available. At the online shop you can buy books, DVDs, clothing, insurance and more.

• Events

The Ski Club holds two annual Balls as well as plenty of parties and other special events throughout the year. Previous UK events include charity auctions, exhibitions, fashion shows and barbecues. The Club also runs fun racing events for individuals and families in Verbier and Zermatt during the winter season.

For more information

• Repping - What's Involved?
• Qualifying as a Ski Club Rep
• The Application Process
• Leading Ski Freshtracks Holidays
• The Ski Club Reps' Course
• The Ski Club - A Brief History