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Ski Spring 26

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 05.01.2026
  • Price: from 76 300,-
  • 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: Lofoten - ski and surf
Send applicationSogndal folkehøgskule

    Are you ready for a winter of ski mountaineering in snow-sure mountains when winter arrives?

    When the snow arrives, it's all about skiing! On this course, we focus on randonee skiing and mountain tours throughout the winter. The goal is for you to learn enough to feel confident in planning and carrying out your own trips in the winter mountains under varying conditions.

    You will receive a thorough introduction to planning tours based on conditions to find the best snow and travel safely in terms of avalanche risk. We work extensively on avalanche knowledge throughout the season, and you will learn far more than what is typically offered in an avalanche course. Topics include terrain management, snow profiles, stability tests, snow transformation, and the relationship between weather and avalanche conditions. Overall, you will be well-equipped to embark on your own winter adventures.

    By choosing Sogndal, you are selecting a school located in one of the best areas in Norway for mountain tours in winter. You will become intimately familiar with one of Norway’s premier ski touring areas. From the school, it’s only a 15-20 minute drive to some of the most famous peaks in Sogndalsdalen, and with a bit longer drive, we have access to Jostedalen, Leirdalen, Jotunheimen, and Hurrungane. Welcome to a true winter paradise for those who dream of a life filled with ski tours!

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Meals included per day: 3

    One of the highlights of the year is the study trip to Lofoten. Amazing ski trips from the mountains to the sea await. Here, you'll experience the unique landscape that Lofoten is famous for.

    One of the year's highlights for the class is the study trip to Lofoten, where we put everything we've learned throughout the year into practice. Spectacular ski trips from the mountains to the sea await, allowing us to experience the unique landscape Lofoten is known for. We embark on longer ski tours in challenging terrain, use maps and compasses, assess avalanche risk, and put theory into practice.

    Winter surfing in Lofoten is an extraordinary experience, and it’s something we’ll get to try. This trip isn’t just about skiing and surfing – we’ll also try Lofoten fishing, and if we’re lucky, we’ll get to see the northern lights.

    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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