How to start snowboarding in Almaty
A step-by-step plan for beginners: where to learn in Almaty, whether you need an instructor, what a first lesson covers and what to check before heading to the mountains.
Snowboarding in the mountains of Almaty
A snowboard school in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Private lessons, group courses, kids training and guided off-piste riding.
Private snowboard lessons
One-to-one lessons with an instructor, from your first day or to improve your technique.
- LevelBeginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- FormatPrivate
- Duration2 hours
- PriceAsk for a price
Group snowboard courses
A course of several sessions in a group with an instructor.
- LevelBeginner, Intermediate
- FormatGroup
- Duration5 sessions, 2 hours each
- PriceAsk for a price
Kids' snowboard training
Snowboard sessions for children with an instructor.
- LevelBeginner, Intermediate
- FormatPrivate or group
- Agefrom 5 years
- Duration1.5 hours
- PriceAsk for a price
Guided off-piste riding
Riding beyond groomed runs for experienced riders.
- LevelAdvanced
- FormatPrivate or group
- DurationFull day
- PriceAsk for a price
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What is Almaty Snowboard School?
Almaty Snowboard School is a snowboard school in Almaty. We run private lessons, group courses, kids training and guided off-piste trips in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains.
Is a request on the site a booking?
No. A request is an enquiry. We contact you to confirm dates, level and terms. A booking is confirmed only when we reply with a confirmation.
How do I find out the price?
The price depends on the format, length, dates and group size. Call us or send a request and we will quote a price before you book.
Do I need experience to start?
No. Beginners start with an instructor on a gentle learning slope. See our guide on how to start snowboarding in Almaty.
Do I need to buy equipment?
You do not need to buy a board before your first lessons: the main Almaty resorts have rental shops. We will tell you what to bring when you book. A helmet is a must.
Book a lesson
Send your dates, level and group size. We will reply with a price and confirm the booking.
Artur Kovalevskiy+7 700 525 9885