News Updates

Chile 7 Volcanoes Sept 4th to 19th 2010
Climb and ski from the top of 7 volcanoes. This is the Snoworks Adventure of a lifetime. Prepare to visit some of the most spectacular places in this world, with skis on! Phil Smith, Snoworks founder "This is one of my favourite trips of the whole Snoworks programme. It is just amazing. Best just to go direct to the itinerary and take a look." See the 2010 itinerary.

Chile Argentina Aug 14th to 30th 2010
So you fancy an Adventure? How about skiing some of the most amazing places in the southern hemisphere. 2 resorts in Argentina and 4 resorts in Chile. Volcanoes, amazing scenery, spectacular hospitality, luxurious hotels, great company and off course as always great skiing. Need we say more, check out the Chile Argentina itinerary for August 2010. We have also put back our annual trip by 2 weeks to make sure we hit Chile with the best conditions. See the 2010 itinerary.

Japan Adventure Feb 6 to 20 2010
What would you say if someone told you about a ski resort has an average snowfall of 16metres per winter over a 16 week season. That's one metre of snow every week and on average snowing 5 days per week, thats 20cm of snow every day!
WHERE? Well that's where we are now, Japan. Join Snoworks on our daily blog by clicking here Japan2010

Japan Adventure Feb 6 to 20 2010
Japan 2010 is now confirmed. We have 14 spaces for this trip of a lifetime. 5 ski resorts spanning both the North and South island, visit Tokyo, stay in a Ryokan, ride the Bullet Train. This is Japan Snoworks style, not fly in, ski, fly out. You get a taste of everything. With between 11 to 15 metres of snow annually you can also expect some unforgettable snow.
See itinerary
Read 2009 Japan blog

Phil Cycles For Charity
First riders were supposed to be through the start line at 7.30 but we have a sneaking suspicion that many had been allowed out early because we only left at 7.50 and we passed at least 200 riders, most in the first hour.
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Lee Townend
'The Great North Run' - "I made it!"As many of you know and kindly supported me with your generous sponsorship last Sunday (20th Sept) I ran the most famous half marathon there is.
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Phil Cycles For Charity
With only one day to go I have been coerced into cycling from London to Brighton off road in aid of the British Heart Foundation on Saturday 26th September. It's going to take between 6 to 9 hours, 120k with 1,220m of climbing. Who's coerced me into this? My good friend and body repair specialist, Martin Jefferies. Martin is responsible for keeping me in shape to ski 40 or so weeks a year, every year. For those who don't know Martin he runs suppleworx which is where I found myself over a year ago when 30 seasons of pounding the bumps, off piste and race courses finally took it's toll. I am planning to raise £100. I know how many times you are asked to donate to charity. I find myself coming to the justgiving sight weekly hence It's not a lot I am hoping to raise so I only need small donations and every little bit helps. No doubt I will be back on Martins massage table after the event! Please visit my fundraising page at:
http://original.justgiving.com/philsmithski

Accommodation Confirmed For Verbier 2010
We have confirmed exclusive use of Chalet Pleiades for Snoworks. We have a total of 12 rooms. Please book early to reserve these.

UK AT Performance Course
October 17th 2009 Hemel Hempstead Snow Centre
The first U.K based Snoworks ‘All Terrain Performance’ course will be held at the newest indoor snow slope in the U.K. We have good links with the Snow Centre at Hemel and with its proximity to London provides you with the perfect opportunity to work on developing your skills in preparation for the winter ahead.Further detail on the course content can be clicking here.
AT Performance Hemel Snow Centre

New Venue for January 16 - 23. Courchevel
We have negotiated a superb price for this excellent Chalet in La Tania for the Courchevel All Terrain and Piste Performance Courses. The Chalet is based in La Tania offering 12 rooms and half board accommodation Chalet style with one night non catered. At only £345 per person for the accommodation places should book up pretty fast. Make your own way out or book your own cheap easyjet flight and a transfer with us. Transfer is £90 return and Easyjet flights are currently selling at a staggering £30 each way plus taxes. First come first served.

Lee Townend - Snoworks Instructor Runs
'The Great North Run' 20th - September 2009
Lee will be taking part in the Great North Run to raise money for a fantastic charity DSUK Disability Snowsport UK. For nearly 30 years DSUK have provided for those with a disability to experience the joy of skiing alongside able-bodied skiers. DSUK also provide training and support for the British Disabled Ski Team. Their work often can results in life changing experiences. Please follow the link below if you would like to sponsor Lee. justgiving.com/leetownend

A.T. Performance Courses - Weekend Courses
Due to popular demand we have two long weekend A.T. performance Courses running.
Tignes June 26th to 29th
Les Deux Alpes July 17th to 20th

A.T. Performance Courses
We have finally come up with a new name for our Performance Course for levels 4 to 6 that we have been developing over the past few years. It's gone from 'Technical' to 'Piste Performance' and finally the new name. A.T. Performance. Short for All Terrain Performance this name says exactly what this course is all about. We have four A.T Performance Courses running this summer with a further three during the autumn. For details click here.

Espace Killy Open Until 3rd May - Tignes 10th May
Whilst other ski areas have either been closed or closing this weekend Val D'Iere and Tignes continue to remain open. The Espace Killy will remain open until 3rd May with amazing conditions. The Grande Motte in Tignes will remain open until the 10th May.

Gressoney Backcountry March 2009 - Blog
Plans for next year are well underway for the new lift which will take you from the Salati area to above the old Indren lift at 3,400m opening up a huge amount of off piste. - check out the 2009 blog.
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Verbier Backcountry March 2009 - Blog
The freeride capital of Europe. Our Verbier Backcountry trip was a roaring success. Interested in 2010 - check out the 2009 blog.
Verbierblog2009

Japan Adventure Feb 2009 - Blog
If it's powder snow you're after then check out the blog from our Japan 2009 trip. More snow then you can shake a stick at! Dates for 2010 coming soon.
Japan2009blog

Emma Carrick-Anderson - Selected as Trainer for BASI
Congratulations to Emma Carrick-Anderson, Snoworks instructor who has recently been selected as a national Trainer for the British Association of Snowsport Instructors.

Chile 7 Volcanoes - August 22 to Sept 07 2009
Ski from the top of 7 Chilean Volcanoes. Lonquimay, Llaima, Villarrica, Casablanca, Osorno, Mocho and Choshuenco.
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Chile and Argentina Extravaganza - August 02 to 20 2009
Ski the Lakes and Volcano district of Chile and Argentina. 2 resorts in Argentina, 4 resorts in Chile, national parks, live volcanoes, stunning scenery and a magical atmosphere.
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Hintertux Performance Course - May 16 to 23 2009
Don't put your skis away too early. Staying at the excellent Rindererhof at the base of the Hintertux glacier. 5 full days of training. For details see: Hintertux_Spring_Special

End of Season Ski in Tignes - April 19th 2009
The last few years have produced some of the best skiing conditions of the whole season. April skiing just seems to get better and better. Fantastic value for money with Mark Warner. The package price including; flight transfer and half board accommodation is only £410.
• All Terrain
• Bumps
• BASI ISIA, ISTD Training

Val D'Isere - April 12th 2009
Three courses to choose from:
• All Terrain
• Off Piste
• Piste Performance