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Course packages

See the available programs for the 2026 winter season. The first course of the season is scheduled for the weekend of 10-11 January 2026.

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The courses are taken on a regular basis at 3-5 Pigadia ski resort. In case of exceptional weather conditions or unsuitable snow quality, the courses will be taken at the nearby ski resorts of Seli, Elatochori and Kaimaktsalan.

You can pick up the equipment at the end of the registration and return it at the end of the snowboard season. To test and receive the equipment, you must visit our office by appointment.

The 6-course program cannot be combined with optional excursions and must be completed on the daily courses of the season. The cost of the test course is deducted from the corresponding package you choose. The 2nd sibling receives a 10% discount.

_programs include:

  • safe transport from Thessaloniki to the ski resorts with Explosivo buses
  • courses from snowboard teachers – coaches with a high technical & pedagogical level
  • groups of three (3) to five (5) people
  • full-day course lasting 4-5 hours
  • escorting the students from the time of their delivery to the bus until their return
  • card for use of ski lifts or entrance to the baby park
  • snowboard set (board – boots – bindings), if you choose to rent equipment for the season
  • snack (“Miltos” sandwich, juice, cookies, water, chocolate fudge)
  • photo archive
  • VAT

_ the programs do not include:

  • the helmet which is a personal item, necessary for personal safety. There are special deals with affiliate stores for discount prices. Especially for children 4-5 years old there is the possibility to receive it together with the rental of the equipment.
  • the school’s optional activities. During the Clean Monday period, optional excursions to ski resorts in Bulgaria (Bansko, Borovets, Pamporovo) are taking place, for which you will be informed by email.
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Departure

See the points and departure times of the academy from Thessaloniki. Departure from the ski resort for return is at 15:30.

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The academy bus starts from Panorama and makes three stops before departing for the ski resort. If you are not departing from Thessaloniki or wish to come by car, you can meet us at the ski resort, stating this during registration.

_I have to wear

  • snowboard jacket and pants
  • fleece or softshell jacket
  • base layer (top and bottom)
  • ski socks

_I have to have with me

  • snowboard equipment
  • helmet + mask + gloves + full face
  • small backpack with contents: water, tissues, a change of clothes (underwear, ski clothes, socks), sunscreen, lipstick

_replenishment of courses

  • for the package of 6 climbs, two replacement climbs are made (see operating regulations)
  • in cases where there is no timely notification for the cancellation of the course (see operating regulations), there is a charge of 30€ to cover organizational expenses
  • n case, under the responsibility of the customer, fewer climbs are made than the selected package, there is no possibility of a refund, since the planning and booking of places is done for the whole winter season

_parents / escorts

  • Parents/guardians who wish to accompany the children on the bus, we would be happy to have you with us. You will need to inform us before the start of the courses in order to reserve a seat for you on the bus for all of them. The declaration and prepayment of the bus seat is made upon registration.
  • In case you wish to accompany the children on only one course, please inform us by the Thursday before each course at +302310488600 & info@explosivo.gr, so that we can check the availability of a seat on the bus and make the corresponding reservation. We note that priority is given to: (a) children (!) and (b) parents of younger children (4-7 years).
  • For the participation of parents/escorts, transportation costs 20€ and the possibility of renting equipment/purchasing a lift pass at group prices is provided.
  • There is also the possibility of private lessons for parents, so they can get to know snowboarding. In case you are interested, please let us know in a timely manner so that instructors are available.

_payment methods

  • with cash or bank deposit in two installments. by cash or bank deposit in two installments: 50% upon registration & 50% before the start of the course
  • by credit card (visa / mastercard): up to 6 interest-free installments
Regulation

snowboard school | general

teens | private lessons

instructors

declaration of participation

BURTON | MNT | Explosivo
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