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Performance Camps at Apex Mountain Resort

If you’re the kind of skier who knows there’s more in the tank, more confidence, more flow, more consistency, this season’s SnowSports Unlimited Performance Camps at Apex are built for you.

These camps aren’t about quick fixes or gimmicks. They’re about helping skiers break through plateaus, refine fundamentals, and start skiing the mountain with purpose. And we get to do it at one of the Okanagan’s best-kept secrets.

Why Performance Camps?

A lot of skiers reach a point where mileage alone isn’t enough. You’re comfortable, you’re capable, but you want clarity, what to focus on, how to train smarter, and how to actually see results.

Our Performance Camps are designed for skiers who want:

  • Real feedback, not generic tips
  • Clear goals and takeaways that they can keep using
  • A supportive environment that still challenges them
  • Coaching that meets them where they are, not where someone thinks they “should” be

Whether you’re a strong intermediate moving toward advanced skiing, an experienced skier chasing performance, or someone with certification goals on the horizon, this is focused, purposeful time on snow.

The Camp Format

We keep things simple and effective:

  • 2-day camps
  • 1:6 coach-to-skier ratio – always small groups
  • A pre-camp questionnaire so we understand your goals before we click in
  • Coaching tailored to the group and the individual

The focus shifts based on who’s in the camp. That might mean steeps, bumps, trees, tactics, line choice, efficiency, or dialing in fundamentals that unlock everything else. The common thread? Your goals drive the direction.

Why Apex?

Apex is one of those places that quietly delivers everything you want for performance-focused skiing:

  • Virtually no crowds, which means more skiing and better coaching flow
  • Consistently great snow
  • A mix of challenging steeps, thigh-burning bumps, and quality grooming
  • A fun, laid-back vibe that keeps things relaxed without losing focus

It’s the kind of mountain where you can ski hard, learn fast, and actually enjoy the process. Perfect for camps like this.

The SnowSports Unlimited Difference

What makes these camps ours is the way we coach.

We’re big believers in:

  • Clear goals and objectives
  • Tactical skiing, not just technique in isolation
  • Understanding why something works, not just copying movements
  • Video and feedback where it adds value
  • Small groups and individual attention, always

Most importantly, we care about outcomes. Your progress matters to us. When you leave the camp, you should know what you improved, why it improved, and what to work on next.

Is This Camp for You?

If you’re motivated, open to feedback, and excited about improving your skiing in a fun, supportive environment, then yes, it probably is.

These camps tend to fill quickly because of the small group size, and Apex only makes them better.

If you’re ready to level up this season, we’d love to ski with you.

Check out the Apex Performance Camps and reserve your spot
#BeUnlimited.

SnowSports Unlimited in China

You can watch the whole Ski TV episode on CBC Gem right here: Watch Full Video

Have a look at this Ski TV episode where SnowSports Unlimited is featured for the instructor training work that we’re doing in China. We’ve been working there since 2018 offering CSIA ski instructor courses as well as CASI snowboard instructor courses. In this feature, you’ll meet two of our CSIA Level 2 graduates, Eric and Darren. Great skiers and greats guys too!

Facing the force for better balance

That heavy feeling that you sometimes  get under your skis through a turn is the pressure building from traveling on an arc.  The best way to stay balanced is to align your body to face where these forces are coming from. 

Natural Balance

A lot of people try and balance from their head down and force a position while they’re skiing.  Try to be more aware of what you feel under your feet and balance from the snow up. 

Simplifying Steering

Keeping things simple in your skiing, constantly turning to manage direction and grip to deal with challenging snow and visibility. 

Skiing the bumps with speed

Skiing the bumps with speed can be really fun and really exciting.  Line choice is critical and so is being aware of the conditions. 

Keep your feet underneath you

Pushing your feet away or trying to get them away from you can make you fall to the inside of your turn right from the start causing you to lose edge grip and balance.  Keep your feet underneath you to help build a solid platform first and then move inside that platform. 

Creating a reference point for varied conditions

When the going gets tough that’s when you need to have a fallback plan.  Work on creating good feelings when the conditions are good and then use those as your goal for when the conditions get challenging. 

Tactical bump skiing

Skiing the bumps tactically by being aware of speed, line and turn shape.  Technique is important when skiing the bumps but you can set yourself up for success by choosing the right approach for the situation. 

Using the Inside Ski

This tip was pretty controversial when it was first released.  There are lots of ways to achieve certain outcomes on a pair of skis, try not to get hung up on one idea, be open to different concepts and you’ll continue to learn and improve.

Have Any Questions?

Feel free to give us a call or use the contact form below to get in touch. We aim to respond promptly and ensure you get the support you need.