Sessions are held on Friday evenings from 7-9pm at Gosling Sports Park in Welwyn Garden City. These sessions generally follow the school term dates throughout the year. Booking for the training sessions can be done through the club's social media channels or by clicking the “Book Now” button on their website.
The club is based at Gosling Ski Centre and aims to promote the sport of ski racing through fun, skilful, and safe ski training. They have a dedicated team of coaches who work tirelessly to help develop their ski racers to reach their full potential. The club follows a set of guidelines and policies including the Club Constitution, Coaches Code of Conduct, Club Safeguarding Policy, and Athletes Code of Conduct.
Membership sign-up is available for skiers of all ages, from 6 years old to adults. The club also offers a range of club kits for members to purchase. They participate in regional and national ski race events organised by the Eastern Region Snowsports Association (ERSA) as well as Club National and Tri-Regions races. The club also encourages and advises skiers who are interested in competing in Alpine competitions during winter and offers guidance on training camps in the Alps.
The club boasts positive feedback from its members, with Alistair King, an experienced racer, highlighting the benefits to health, fitness, and well-being that come from training with the club. Alex Darlington, another club member, also expressed their satisfaction with the Friday night race training, mentioning the fun and friendly atmosphere and the improvement in their skiing skills.
In addition to ski race training, the club organises special events throughout the year. They have a comprehensive range of policies and guidelines in place, including privacy policies and safeguarding policies, to ensure the safety and well-being of all club members. Newsletters are also sent out regularly to keep members informed about club updates and events.
The Welwyn Garden City Ski Race Club prides itself on providing a supportive and inclusive environment for ski racers of all levels. They aim to nurture talent and passion for the sport while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. With their experienced coaches and dedicated team, the club is committed to helping members achieve their skiing goals and contribute to the ski racing community.