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Skiing and Climbing Spring 26

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 05.01.2026
  • Course teaching amount: 18 hours/week
  • Price: from 75 900,-
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Environmental certification:
    Debio • Fairtrade
  • Location: Sogndal
  • Study tour: Studietur til Alpene
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    Do you dream of spending countless days skiing in fresh powder – with alpine summits as a bonus?

    By choosing Sogndal, you choose a school perfectly located for ski touring in winter. When the snow arrives, the mountains around Sogndal turn into a true ski paradise. Just a short drive from the school, you can find untouched powder. The mountains here are known for their reliable snow, and you’ll get to know one of Norway’s best regions for backcountry skiing. High alpine areas such as Hurrungane, Jostedalen, and Breheimen are also close by.

    Throughout the winter, ski touring and backcountry trips are the main focus. You’ll learn safe mountain travel through training in snow profiles, avalanche awareness, trip planning, and navigation. Our avalanche course teaches you how to use equipment such as transceiver, probe, and shovel, as well as how to assess snow conditions and read the weather to avoid dangerous situations.

    Welcome to a true winter paradise – perfect if you dream of everyday life filled with ski tours and endless powder!

    Sogndal is also a climbing paradise – indoors and out! Spring brings alpine peaks where we use crampons and ice axes, and the local crags offer endless possibilities, like Kvam with more than 500 routes. At Sognahallen you’ll find one of Norway’s best climbing walls and a brand-new bouldering gym – the perfect place to develop your skills before heading outside to climb sunlit rock faces.

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: ca 12 dager

    Meals included per day: 3

    The spring field trip destination is one of the larger ski destinations in the Alps. You will get to ski groomers, and try new areas off the beaten track -both off piste and summits. Possible destinations are Sölden/ Austria, La Grave / France and the Dolomite range in Italy.

    Skiing in Hemsedal

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 3 dager

    Meals included per day: 4

    During the 3rd week of the spring semester, we travel to the ski resort of Hemsedal. We stay in chalets at the base of the lift area, perfect for "Ski-in - ski-out" For 3 full days we develop our skiing technique and learn new tricks. The students are divided into small groups and can choose between Telemark (free-heel skis) and downhill or ski-touring skiing. We hire a few instructors in addition to our own staff so you get plenty of instruction. There are two instruction periods during the day, and the rest of the time you are free to ski with your fellow students. 

    Evenings are spent together in the lounges at the chalets after an evening meal. 

    Cruise on the Sognefjord

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 2 dager

    Meals included per day: 3

    Towards the end of the school year, we depart for a two-day cruise on the Sognefjord. We have a whole vessel to ourselves, and we sail into Aurlandsjord and Nærøyfjord -where we camp overnight in the scenic fjord-hamlet of Dyrdal -a tiny, roadless community which offers plenty of opportunities -and space - for activities and mountain hikes for those who wish. We live onboard the vessel, in the local empty village school, -or, for those who prefer, camp in tents or under the sky. We barbecue our own food and enjoy a social evening aroung a camp fire. On day two, we disembark and hike along the enchanting postal trail to Styvi, where we have lunch, and for those who wish, a refreshing dip in the fjord!

    Between towering mountains and the deep Sognefjord, everything is set for a year filled with experiences, personal growth, and lifelong friendships. At our school, learning goes beyond the classroom—it becomes a home. And this home is filled with people, just like you, who are ready to create unforgettable memories.

    Here, the classroom isn’t confined by four walls—it extends to the entire landscape around us! From steep mountain peaks to deep fjords, the opportunities are endless. You’ll learn by experiencing, exploring, and actively participating in everything we do together.

    Throughout the year, you’ll enjoy warm evenings by the fjord and crisp winter days surrounded by powder snow. You’ll feel the contrasts, the freedom, and the pure joy of being present in the moment. No matter which program you choose, we offer a daily life where you can embrace everything Sogndal has to offer—both in nature and together with your fellow students.

    We are committed to making this a year that truly matters.

    We Care

    ABOUT YOU: As an open-minded folk high school, we believe in the value of each individual and strive to ensure that you have the opportunity to shape your own daily life.

    ABOUT WHAT YOU EAT: Our sustainable food philosophy is about serving meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious and rooted in environmentally conscious choices.

    ABOUT THE FUTURE: Here, you will learn to take responsibility for both yourself and your surroundings. We want you to leave our school with hope for a better future and the courage to create positive change.

    Sogndal Folk High School stands for a GENEROUS, OPEN, RESPONSIBLE, AND SAFE learning environment. Everyone is welcome here, and we embrace a culture of openness and inclusivity. Our core values are reflected in everything we do, and you will experience personal growth through achievement and shared joy with others.

     

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