Skills Lab Junior – Lead by Charlie Laine
Technical Training | Ages 8-14 | skiing levels 3-6
Building on the success of our adult Skills Lab sessions, we’re excited to introduce Skills Lab Junior—a dynamic coaching program designed for young skiers eager to enhance their skills, build confidence, and have fun on the slopes.
Meet Your Coach: Charlie Laine
Charlie Laine is a highly experienced and passionate ski coach who leads the Skills Lab Junior program. She has been teaching skiing for nearly 20 years, starting her career in 2005 in Tremblant, Canada, where she earned her first qualification with the Canadian Ski Instructors Association (CSIA).
Since then, Charlie has achieved her BASI L3 ISIA Alpine and Adaptive qualifications and is a BASI Adaptive Trainer.
She has coached skiers of all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities, and is known for adapting her coaching to meet each child’s needs. Charlie helps young skiers grow in skill and confidence, and loves seeing them experience those exciting “lightbulb moments” on the snow
Why Choose Skills Lab Junior?
- Expert Coaching: Charlie provides age-appropriate instruction, ensuring each child understands and applies new skills effectively.
- Confidence Building: Through positive reinforcement and tailored challenges, young skiers gain self-assurance on the slopes.
- Accelerated Learning: Utilising live video feedback and personalised action plans, children see tangible improvements in their skiing abilities.
Program Details
- Location: The Snow Centre, Hemel Hempstead
- Schedule: Saturday mornings
- Session Duration: 2 hours
- Group Size: Maximum of 6 children
What’s Included
- Customised technical coaching
- Individual goal setting and action plans
- Live video analysis for immediate feedback
- Equipment assessment and recommendations
Is Your Child Ready?
Skills Lab Junior is ideal for children aged 8–14 who are skiing at levels 3–6 and are ready to:
- Enhance their technical skills
- Embrace new challenges
- Enjoy skiing in a team-oriented environment