Learn to Ski Like a Pro, or Ski With the Pros in 2008 at Ski Portillo, Chile

01-22-2008

PORTILLO, Chile (Jan. 18^th, 2008) – With an unprecedented number of special ski camps, and one of the most storied ski schools in the world, Ski Portillo, Chile is the ideal place to perfect skiing and boarding this season.  Whether a beginner or a seasoned pro, Ski Portillo offers a learning opportunity perfectly tailored to every level of skier and snowboarder.

 

Ski Portillo’s 2008 season will run from June 21 – October 4, 2008. Special ski weeks vary in price and include seven nights’ accommodation, seven-day lift tickets, and four meals daily.  Named one of the Top 10 Ski Resorts in the World, Portillo is the oldest and most exclusive resort in South America and combines old-world elegance, breathtaking scenery and epic skiing.

 

Portillo is an intimate resort that accommodates only 450 guests a week, offering an exclusive and hassle-free winter vacation.  There are no lift lines or crowded slopes, and stretches of untouched terrain and freshly groomed runs beckon skiers of all abilities.  Portillo receives an annual average of 450 inches of snowfall and nearly 300 days of sunshine. 

 

2008 Ski Portillo Learning Opportunities

Portillo offers many special learning events during the season, many at no additional cost:

 

Portillo’s Ski School

Portillo’s Ski School has earned an impressive reputation over the last 50 years.  The School’s excellence continues today under the direction of Jesus Puente, a year round ski professional and member of the elite Spanish Ski Demonstration Team.  The ski and snowboard school is comprised of 35 skiing and snowboard professionals from 10 different countries, and many instructors are national free skiing competitors, certified race coaches and mountain guides.  Learn to ski or snowboard at Portillo’s ski school, or improve on existing skills.  For more information visit www.skiportillo.com

 

NEW: Nick Devore’s Portillo Big Mountain Telemark Camp; July 26^th-August 2^nd

New-school free-heeler Nick Devore has climbed and skied some of the biggest mountains in the world.  Devore will use his big mountain experience and telemarking skills to build sound fundamentals and teach telemark skiers how to conquer the steep Portillo terrain and apply their skills to the slopes in their own backyard.  Devore will be joined by Kayo Ogilby, the head coach of the CRMS (Colorado Rocky Mountain School) Telemark Team.  For more information and camp registration visit http://Bigmountaintelemark.blogspot.com .  Camp begins at $1500.

 

Kim Reichhelm’s Ski Adventures; August 9 - 16

World Extreme Skiing Champion Kim Reichhelm and a staff of world-class coaches host a week of unforgettable skiing, camaraderie and fun.

Adult Freeskiing Adventure - Adults are guided in groups of similar ability, with daily heli-skiing options.

Young Adult Freeskiing Clinics (ages 13-19) - Young adults learn big mountain skiing skills. Different coaches instruct both burgeoning freeskiers and those looking to compete. Attendees are introduced to the “business side” of professional freeskiing by addressing goal setting, professionalism and leadership. Visit www.skiwithkim.com  for more information.  Camp begins at $4,540 in a double lake view room.

 

Chris Davenport’s Ski with the Superstars Week; August 16-23

Spend the week mastering the steeps and deeps of the Chilean Andes with top freeskiing champions including Chris Davenport, Chris Anthony, Wendy Fisher, Shane McConkey, Mike Douglas and other top professional freeskiers. Camp costs $1950 per person; excluding lodging.  For more information visit www.steepskiing.com

 

NASTC Summer Dream Skiing Week; August 16-23

Whether you are stuck on the blue runs or have mastered the entire mountain, NASTC has a course to help you ski better.  The NASTC staff is comprised of the top ski instructors in the US, the members of the PSIA Demonstration Teams, which means they are the teachers of the teachers.  Levels 6-9 (Intermediate – Expert).  Camp costs $2,495; excluding lodging.  For more information visit www.skinastc.com

 

The Aspen Method Portillo Camp with John Clendenin; September 6^th-13^th

Join freestyle champ John Clendenin and his international coaches in Portillo for the 7^th annual camp, with a goal to be a better all-mountain skier. For information and pricing call (877) Ski-Docs or visit john@skidoctors.com.

 

 

For information or to book a vacation to Portillo, call toll-free from the U.S., 1.800.829.5325 or email reservas@skiportillo.com. For additional information, visit www.skiportillo.com.

 

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