Friday 10 February 2017

Day One: The Only Way is Down.  

Our first day on the slopes was accompanied by a picture perfect setting. A bright blue sky barely blemished by a cloud, only added to the buzz that hummed in the breakfast room, as we fuelled up on a plethora of appetising offerings. No one seemed bothered by the -21 degree temperature. The first morning is always a slow start due to the lengthy process of collecting all the necessary equipment from the rental shop, but soon we hit the slopes. The more able skiers raced off to conquer the different green, blue and black runs while those who required some ski education enrolled in the resort's ski schools. It was suggested that maybe Mr Thorp should have reconsidered his decision not to have a refresher course, as trying to show off just how quickly he could go, he accomplished a green run by sliding down 50% of it on his backside.   Progress was quick within a number of the classes and after lunch a group of pupils were tacking some of the mountain runs under the tutor's supervision and a tagging along Mr Kinsella. In addition, many of the pupils were becoming a lot more independent on the beginner slopes, Peter Walker one who took to the slopes like a duck to water. There was as well, much to Mr Thorp's disgust, the first ever Holy Family Snowboarding School. Teacher Joe was extremely impressed with the intrepid four who were 'boarding' and, although every time I saw them they were sat on their bottoms, Owain Hughes, Robert Gillespie and Leon Caldwell did absolutely brilliantly.  Even Mr Barlow seemed to be getting the hang of 'shredding the slopes'. Finally, it is always good to mention that despite some fantastic crashes there were no injuries.  In fact, the resilience of the kids has been brilliant! Every single person dusting themselves down, getting up and getting on with it. Even when Stanley Seddon-Roberts decided the best way to stop would be to slide tackle an enormous snow drift, he rose with a huge grin on his face.   Tomorrow promises to be an equally exciting day, with a trip to a snow park filled with frozen slides before an evening of night skiing. I will also be adding some photos to the blog but technical issues have prevented this so far. 

19 comments:

  1. Wow it sounds absolutely amazing, extremely cold though, -21, made me shiver just thinking about it! Love being able to read all about the day you've all had so thank you so much for taking the time out of what must be an already busy and exhausting day!. Can't wait to see some pictures, I bet it's a gorgeous view out on them slopes!
    Have thank you to all the staff looking after our precious cargo, have heaps of fun tomorrow and fingers crossed for another injury free day! Nikki (Megan Grierson's mum)

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  2. Sounds amazing glad everyone is enjoying this amazing experience.Well done Peter walker and the snowboarders.
    Keep safe and have fun not missing anything here in Crosby ( Josh Holland's mum)

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  3. Well done everyone but a big well done to Leon, so proud of you! Guess those skiing lessons paid off?! Keep up the good work everyone and stay safe. (Leon Caldwell's Aunty)

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  4. How amazing cannot wait to see some pictures. Well done Peter ! have fun today on the ice slides and night skiing. (Peter Walkers mum)

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  5. Fantastic to hear (Dan lost his phone so won't be hearing from him lol). Have fun on the slopes today everyone xx

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  6. This is brilliant,loving the updates and can't wait to see some photos, massive thanks to all the staff who are looking after our kids. Hope you all have a fantastic time. Leanne Davies Ben's mum x

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  7. Sounds amazing, glad there has been no injuries and everyone just shaking off the falls, managed to facetime the girls yesterday they looked great and we're in brilliant happy moods, thank uou so much for looking after out babies x

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  8. Sounds like everyone is having a great time. Big thanks to all staff. Looking forward to seeing photos . Jessica Quinoa mum

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  9. Loving the updates sounds amazing, Stan that goalie training comes in handy. Have a fantastic day at the slides and night skiing, cannot wait for pictures. Enjoy every moment guys. Nic (Stans Mum) ��X

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    1. Haha, Stan and Ben will be having a ball x

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  10. Hi all hope all is well with everyone,an having the best time ever(molly cashens mum)

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  11. Sounds fantastic and lots of fun hope your all having a great time look forward to the pics xx (Sarah-Janes ) Mum Dad and brother Chad xx

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  12. Can't wait to see some pictures sounds like everyone having a ball enjoy xx Joel cousins mum

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  13. Can't wait to see some pictures sounds like everyone having a ball enjoy xx Joel cousins mum

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  14. Wish I was there !!! I knew I should have hid in your case Ella. Glad u lot r haveing an awesome time. Keep warm and eat plenty and please don't forget as many pics as possible. lots of u and your friends with the beautiful scenery especially the N Falls. Love and miss u loads c u when u get home love Mum, Leo, Bonnie and Bo Bo xxx. Ella Armstrongs famo xxx

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  15. P.S A massive thank u to all the staff for lookin after my Ella and all the other mini adults. So appreciated love Jane xxx

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  16. P.S A massive thank u to all the staff for lookin after my Ella and all the other mini adults. So appreciated love Jane xxx

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  17. Wish I was there !!! I knew I should have hid in your case Ella. Glad u lot r haveing an awesome time. Keep warm and eat plenty and please don't forget as many pics as possible. lots of u and your friends with the beautiful scenery especially the N Falls. Love and miss u loads c u when u get home love Mum, Leo, Bonnie and Bo Bo xxx. Ella Armstrongs famo xxx

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