Snow Factor
Snow Factor
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Snow Factor, located at XSite Braehead is Scotland’s only year-round ski centre with real snow (and the longest indoor real snow slope in the UK). With guaranteed perfect teaching conditions and fresh snow every day, Snow Factor Glasgow is the perfect place to practice, train and learn to ski, snowboard, sledging or ice climb– whatever the weather – all year round. Apres Ski anyone? Enjoy Bar Varia - authentic Barvarian meals and a range of German beers.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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steve h
Comrie, UK9 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We booked a Level 2 Ski lesson for our 10 year old daughter online.After collecting our ticket we got changed and fitted with our Skis and Boots. (Note lockers don't return £1 coin so make sure you've pproperly done before locking, not like me). Our instructor Cat turned up bang on time to collect us and took our daughter out on to slopes. For the next 1 1/2 hours our daughter progressed quickly through snow plough snow plough turns etc and onto starting parallel turns while we watched from the balcony upstairs.
We were delighted with the progress made under Cat's instruction and though the lesson was great value.
We were delighted with the progress made under Cat's instruction and though the lesson was great value.
Written January 6, 2020
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Dear Steve,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of Snow Factor. We are pleased to hear your daughter had such a successful lesson with Cat and progressed well through the skill levels.
We hope to welcome you all back to the Snow Factor slope soon!
Best wishes
SF team
Written January 13, 2020
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Amy
1 contribution
Jan 2020
My sister and I took part in the board in a day lesson last week. Our instructor Lucy was amazing, so helpful and patient and having never snowboarded before she had both of us using he ski lift and successfully snow boarding down the ski hill without falling. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to learn to snowboard fast, couldn't believe how quickly we picked it up. All resulting from Lucy's FAB teaching!
Written January 6, 2020
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Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your board in a day lesson at Snow Factor. We are pleased to hear such great feedback on instructor Lucy and delighted that you both picked up snowboarding so quickly.
We look forward to seeing you again soon on the Snow Factor slope!
Best wishes
SF Team
Written January 13, 2020
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Stephen B
Livingston, UK1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Solo
Never been skiing before, had 3 lessons with Lucy and Scott, feeling confident about going on holiday with my friends now couldn’t recommend them more very patient with a good knowledge of the sport. Would highly recommend to anyone curious about learning to ski. Great experience :)
Written January 15, 2020
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Dear Stephen,
Thank you for taking the time to review Snow Factor.
We are pleased to hear your lessons with Lucy and Scott have given you the confidence to ski whilst on holiday. We hope you have a wonderful holiday and we look forward to welcoming you back to Snow Factor soon!
Best wishes
SF Team
Written January 16, 2020
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LightPacker785368
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Kids really enjoyed the ski/board taster session and we felt we paid a good price via Itison especially considering it included a pizza after our ski session. Only problem was the kitchen shut early because it was quiet! No warning and when I queried with Snow Factor they were surprised at the kitchen shutting at 745 on a Sunday. Kids were disappointed and were starving so it ended up costing me an extra £25 in Pizza Express which kind of defeated the bargain of our Itison deal!
Overall the ski session was good. Although a bit badly organised at the beginning as the lady on the welcome desk told us to collect a snowboard first then skiing would be last. After wrestling the boots etc on, the instructor came out and said boarding was 2nd half so the entire group of 14 had to wait for us all to get changed again.
We would return but felt a bit conned by missing out on the pizza deal. We were offered an extension on the voucher but live too far away to justify traipsing back up for a pizza.
Overall the ski session was good. Although a bit badly organised at the beginning as the lady on the welcome desk told us to collect a snowboard first then skiing would be last. After wrestling the boots etc on, the instructor came out and said boarding was 2nd half so the entire group of 14 had to wait for us all to get changed again.
We would return but felt a bit conned by missing out on the pizza deal. We were offered an extension on the voucher but live too far away to justify traipsing back up for a pizza.
Written January 7, 2020
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Victoria C
Edinburgh, UK1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Couples
Just had an awesome snowboard lesson level 3 with Becci. She went out of her way to help make sure we had her as our instructor and was so cheerful and reassuring building up confidence. Giving someone the ability to start turning after nearly giving up after a previous lesson is amazing ☺️ What a brilliant instructor with such a great personality making us smile and have a great time. Thank you so much BECCI!!!!!!! 👍
Written January 12, 2020
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Dear Victoria,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Snow Factor. Delighted to hear that your snowboard level 3 lesson with Becci was so successful. We hope to welcome you back to the Snow Factor slope very soon to continue building confidence and perfecting those turns :).
Best wishes
SF Team
Written January 13, 2020
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Michael C
Crawley, UK11 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We were in Glasgow for just the day and decided to try out snowboarding. Colin took very good care of us and got us from complete novices to being able to hold our own on the slopes in only a couple of hours. An excellent way to while away a couple of hours!
Written February 4, 2020
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Dear Michael,
Thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience at Snow Factor. Thank you for your great feedback on your snowboarding lesson with Colin and we hope to welcome you back to Snow Factor in the future.
Best wishes
SF Team
Written February 10, 2020
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SusanWilson
Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom4 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
We visited on Friday 17th at 1:20pm for Santa in the snow, and had a fantastic time. I really couldn't recommend it enough. We had Brian who was great with our little one in the snow play area. Then the best santa I've ever seen, he really made a huge effort to make our 17 month old feel relaxed as he was a bit unsure, and we all really enjoyed the experience, especially the cookie and hot chocolate. Will definitely be back next year.
Written December 20, 2021
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Stuart M
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Booked kids in for half term and they had a great time - introductory skiing lessons and the instructor was great with them both.
Make sure the kids are wrapped up warm as it is cold in there but great fun.
Only comment I would add is that it might be helpful to have more than 1 person setting up skis and boots - big queue so make sure to get there early
Make sure the kids are wrapped up warm as it is cold in there but great fun.
Only comment I would add is that it might be helpful to have more than 1 person setting up skis and boots - big queue so make sure to get there early
Written February 20, 2020
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Dear Stuart,
Thank you for taking the time to review Snow Factor. We are delighted to hear your children enjoyed their skiing lesson and we look forward to welcoming you all back to Snow Factor soon.
Thank you for your feedback, we will take this on board and look to improve our service where possible.
Best wishes
SF Team
Written February 20, 2020
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M S
Dundee, UK25 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
Level 1 beginners snowboarding for 7-12 year olds, instructor Cameron was very helpful and patient. Would recommend this activity for parents wishing to give their children a chance to try snowboarding in the comfort of an indoor arena. A better introduction to the sport with good instruction without the bracing conditions a trip to Glenshee can often bring.
Written March 12, 2022
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Andy_Kidd
Dublin, Ireland3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
My 18yr old son and I had an excellent time here last week. We can’t get away this year for a ‘proper’ ski trip to a European resort and so spent two days here (1hr refresher lesson and then 4 hours of skiing over the two days) the instructor was awesome (I’m sorry I can’t remember her name - and she doesn’t appear on the Snow Factor website) but she got us back up to speed very quickly and really helped us get the most out of our time. I would definitely recommend Snow Factor Glasgow to anyone looking to try skiing or snowboarding, have some fun on the snow with family or friends and get some practice in before a trip.
Written January 25, 2020
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Dear Andy,
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable experience at Snow Factor and we hope to welcome you both back very soon for another snow fix!
Best wishes
SF Team
Written January 28, 2020
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Hi am looking to book for 15/20 kids from our local swimming club so I am looking for prices and when’s best to attend thanks
Written November 28, 2019
Hi Julie,
Thank you for reaching out. Our Customer Care team would be delighted to assist with your booking. Please call on 0141 885 7000, thank you.
Best wishes
SF Team
Written December 10, 2019
How much does it cost to purchase gloves for the snowboarding lesson?
Written July 9, 2018
Hey! we sell cotton (magic) gloves for £3 and waterproof gloves for £9. Best, Kat
Written July 24, 2018
How much would it be for an hours family lesson 4 year old, 8 year old and 2 adults?
Written January 14, 2018
Hello,
A family taster session can be booked for £89 - this is for up to 4 persons. To book, give us a call on 0871 222 5672.
Best, Kathleen
Written February 26, 2018
If purchasing a unlimited day ski pass, can you stop for a break and visit the cafe and then return and ski again, can you leave the ski's etc in locker?
Written December 29, 2017
You can ski right upto the entrance to bar/restaurant 😀, leave your skis there and in you go, plus if you just get a pass for a couple of hours they will stamp your pass to allow you to eat or drink and not loose your skiing time!
I can recommend the footlong German sausage 😀, and the many nice beers....ask for a taste before you buy
Written December 30, 2017
Hi,what package would I get if I just wanted myself and 11 yr old daughter to ski down the slope,just a day visit.
Written July 23, 2017
If you go on the website you can get lift passes in hourly blocks, they also do full day passes. Make sure to check there isn't any restrictions on the slope the day you plan to go - specific classes/lessons on at certain times of the day
Written July 25, 2017
Hi, we love Snowfactor but need to find a quicker/cheaper public transport route from Edinburgh/Glasgow Queen Street - please can you advise?
We searched Googlemaps and came up with the Clyde Flyer (901, 906, 907) or McGill's 26 (£9 each way for 1 adult and 2 young people) or the First Bus 77. Any alternative suggestions, eg rail, other buses, would be most welcome - thank you
Emma
Written January 7, 2017
You can get the stagecoach mega bus on a cheap day return
Takes you to buchanan street , glasgow. Walk through to Union street and you can get 23,26,77,any bus going to braehead
Not sure of costs though If you get the train to either queen st or central. Follow same bus instructions Hope that helps
Written January 7, 2017
On the board in a day lessons, do you get regular breaks? What level of fitness is required?
Written November 16, 2016
Hi Kel,
You'll have a 15-20 minute break in the morning, a lunch break and then another 15-20 minute break in the afternoon. The board in a day lesson is physically demanding as you will be using lots of muscles your body is not used to using. If you are worried about fitness level, you could always opt for our 4-hour fast track lessons. I hope this helps! Best, Kathleen ( Marketing Assistant at Snow Factor )
Written November 17, 2016
Hello, you can book a skiing lesson for kids ages 3+. Lessons are 90 minutes long. I hope this helps :)
Written August 1, 2016
can they suggest local accommodation for a 17 year old who wants to spend two weeks learning to ski at snow factor he will be by himself
Written August 5, 2015
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