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ALL-INCLUSIVE SUMMER SKI CAMP FOR ADULTS
While at first it may appear that Windells is just for kids, don’t be fooled. For years, Windells Adult Freeski Camps have been the catalyst for life-changing fun. We’ve honed our specialized summer adult camp sessions for people just like you, ages 21+ (and now 18+, too!). Doctors, lawyers, tech geeks, recent college grads, and adventurers alike come back to Windells year-after-year for this annual gathering of exceptional people who love to ski. And while skiing is the focus, it’s our community of fun, outgoing, and exceptional adult campers and staff that make Windells Adult Camp special. If you want to completely indulge in camp life and don’t want to think about any logistics (other than getting to PDX—the Portland, Oregon Airport) this all-inclusive adult camp is for you.
Our Adult Campers have the option to stay in the Boardwalk Chalet in the heart of town or choose our new option this year Big Bear Lodge and Little Bear Chalet tucked in the woods a short walk up the hill. All three options are complete with hot tubs and a private chef who makes healthy meals highlighting local PNW ingredients.
WHO COMES TO ADULT CAMP?
People Like You!
If you are a skier of ANY ability level and over 18-years-old looking for a ski adventure and to improve your skiing, this is the place for you. Whether you come alone, with a friend, with your children attending Youth Camp, or with a significant other, Adult Camp welcomes you into a community of skiers from across the country and around the globe.
Doctors, lawyers, techies, Trekkies, moms, dads, (grandmas and grandpas) and even the average ski bum (good for you!) all come together for a session of fun, progression, and meeting other folks who share your love of snow and adventure. The supportive atmosphere at camp will push your skiing limits, regardless of your skill level.
New to skiing but want to get started? Come try Soft Start™ and learn to ski the easy way!
WHAT IS SOFT START™?
Offered Sessions every session, Windells’ Soft Start™ features specialized terrain and coaching designed to let the first-time freeskier experience success the first day on snow. Our 7-day Soft Start™ program is the most comprehensive learn-to-freeski experience on Earth. Soft Start™ is offered to both youth and adult campers during every session (specific registration required).
Attending Soft Start™ still allows you to be 100% part of normal camp, but when it comes time to ski, you will be placed in a specialized group, riding specially designed terrain to MAKE YOU A FREESKIER.
WHY SOFT START™?
IT’S EASY!
- Warm weather – No need to freeze! Plus, when you’re warm, your muscles are more cooperative.
- Soft Snow – Nature’s crash pad. Face it, you’re gonna fall. Why not do it on soft snow?
- Terrain Based Learning – Simple banks and rollers designed to safely help you learn.
- Our awesome coaches – Some of the best in the biz, ready to get you going.
- Small group size – 4 skiers or less per coach.
- Perfect summer learning terrain – Accessed by two high speed quad chairs.
- Off-snow learning opportunities – Video analysis, trampolines, a foam pit, and more.
We are so sure of the program, we guarantee you will learn how to ski. If you don’t, we will comp you another Soft Start™ session!
SHOULD YOU BE IN THE SOFT START™ PROGRAM?
Soft Start™ is for someone who has never skied or who has tried once, but hasn’t learned to hockey-stop.
- Maybe you’ve never even stepped foot on snow or in a terrain park?
- Perhaps you’ve tried once or twice, but you haven’t gotten the hang of it?
- Perhaps you’ve been turned off by the blistering cold and hard, icy winter slopes?
No matter your situation, our coaches will have you skiing with a smile in no time.
ARE YOU A BEGINNER LINKING TURNS AND READY TO ADVANCE YOUR SKILLS FURTHER?
If you already know how to turn and stop, you’ll find that the Soft Start™ program will not progress your skills as efficiently as being in a “regular” coaching group. If you’ve been skiing more than a few times, you’re likely ready to be placed into a “regular” coaching group that goes into the park almost immediately.
Each session we have approximately 20 coaching groups with 6-8 skiers in each group. The coaching groups are broken out by ability, so even if you feel like you’re kind of a beginner, you’ll be placed in a coaching group with other skiers that are at a similar ability level. Upon registration you’ll fill out your ability form and we’ll take care of the rest!
