The slopes in Bansko offer great conditions for both beginners and professional snowboarders. The level of proficiency in this sport also implies riding on a slope with a certain difficulty of the terrain – blue, red or black.
Pirin Park also offers unprepared terrain for fans of off-piste skiing. For fans of freestyle, we recommend visiting the Fun Park in Bansko. We guarantee an unforgettable experience.
Every year, the ski resort hosts numerous competitions from the Snowboard World Cup in Bulgaria. Among them are Parallel Slalom (Parallel Giant Slalom), as well as Snowboardcross, Parallel GS and others.
However, these terrains also hide many dangers. If you choose to ride on them, it is important to be accompanied by an experienced instructor who will guide you if necessary.
The most important thing if you are a beginner in snowboarding is to find a good instructor. He will introduce you to the piste environment, the correct techniques and the necessary equipment. This is the way to progress safely and at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Once you’ve found the right instructor, you’ll need equipment:
If you don’t want to purchase the necessary equipment yet, you can always rent it from the ski school in Bansko.
All ski schools in Bansko also offer snowboarding courses with well-trained instructors. When choosing an instructor, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with his experience and trust only proven ski and snowboard schools..
Aparthotel Lucky Bansko has a contract with the best of them and hotel guests benefit from a special discount, which is negotiated every season.
There is also a British snowboard school in Bansko.
As mentioned, you will need a snowboard and equipment. You can rent it, and the prices for snowboard rental vary.
Lucky Bansko recommends that when choosing a snowboard and equipment, you consult with your chosen instructor. He will be able to give you the most appropriate advice, based on your skills and needs.
For foreign guests of the resort, it is advisable to visit the snowboard rental lockers together with their teachers. This will avoid communication problems, because not all employees in the lockers speak English.
Long-time snowboard instructors in Bansko recommend:
We completely agree with him. We will add that in addition to the correct technique, the appropriate equipment is also important. Snowboarding is not an easy sport, you are exposed to low temperatures. The right clothing will keep you dry and warm, while not restricting your movements.
Regardless of your experience, never ski or snowboard alone. Always have an experienced person with you to help or guide you if needed. Also, do not ski off the designated trails.
If you are a beginner, you will need a series of three lessons, each lasting at least 1 hour, to be able to control your snowboard. Of course, the more you practice, the faster you will improve your skills.
Although it is easier than skiing, snowboarding will be significantly more difficult at first. It is important to remember that you cannot become a professional in one day. Always listen to the advice of your instructor, this is the easiest way to learn to snowboard.