IntermediateIntermediate

Been there. Done that. Got the breathable membrane gloves. Now's the time to take your snowboarding skills onto the next level – thanks to the very latest snowboarding lessons and a holiday somewhere you can test yourself to the limit. (And probably a little beyond)

The best gearThe best gear

Once you've rented a few times, you get to know what kit you like and what kit you don't. So maybe it's time to stop compromising, and get yourself a pair of hard or soft snowboard boots, and probably a snowboard too.

Getting hotter.Getting hotter

OK – so can carve with the best of them. But deep down, you want to knock out some nifty jumps and freestyle moves. Sounds like you need to get in touch with your friendly neighbourhood club and book some snowboard lessons.

Where to snowboardWhere to snowboard

From the Alps to America – Norway to New Zealand – we've got all the best snowboard resorts right here and waiting. Make your excuses with the boss, load up your iPod and go for it.

Learning
What you'll need
Where to go