Snowboard Summer Camps
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Break your piggy bank and head for the snow. If there's not enough in the piggy bank to get to the southern hemisphere, get in your beater car and drive to British Columbia. Going to a summer snowboard camp will take your riding to the next level.
Rider and photo from Camp of Champions
Here are some North American summer camps that can make you a better park rider or some southern hemisphere mountains for the turns that can't wait until winter. Don't forget the visor beanies and your shades.
Rider and photo from Camp of Champions
Mt. Hood Freeride Camps
Hit the top of Mt. Hood for a week in the park. Mt Hood's instructors can help you land your first 720 mute grab, or they can take you on the Magic Mile chairlift to teach the basics. If you need a break from the snow, head to the coast for a day of surf camp.
Price: $775-975
Whistler Summer Snowboard Camp
The relaxed atmosphere at Whistler Summer Snowboard Camp lets you work as hard you want to on your summer vacation. While other BC campers are getting on busses to go to the hill, you'll be rolling out of bed in Whistler Village and catching breakfast right at the base. Coaches are available on the glacier every day until 3pm, so don't spend every night in the Village bars.
Price: $790-1515
Camp of Champions
Sign up for the Camp of Champions before July 12th, and head to a private park on Whistler's glacier. This camp boasts the largest exclusive terrain park of any summer camp. Their own T-bar and no lift lines means more reps than you can handle.
Price: $870-3390 depending on length of stay
Access Trips Park and Pipe Sessions
Fly into Queenstown New Zealand and catch a ride with your campmates to the laidback Wanaka Resort on the South Island. This seven-day camp is for riders of all abilities. Ride in true winter conditions while your friends in the states are baking in the summer heat.
Price: $1392 USD
If your piggy bank is holding less than you thought, there are always some "snowboard movies" and "longboards" that'll help get you through summer.