Ski camp Riksgränsen

Welcome to Ski Camp Riksgränsen — a long weekend for those who want to develop as skiers, learn more about the mountains, and experience some of Scandinavia’s best ski touring together with guides and like-minded adventurers.

Over four days, we combine ski touring in spectacular mountain terrain with clinics, workshops, lectures, après-ski, spa sessions, and social evenings together. The focus is not only on skiing, but on the entire mountain experience — community, progression, and adventure.

We head out ski touring every day except for the clinic day, where you choose two different clinics — one in the morning and one in the afternoon — allowing you to tailor the camp to your own goals and interests.

This is not just a course and not just a ski trip. It is a community-driven mountain camp where you can develop, get inspired, and experience life in Riksgränsen together with guides and other passionate skiers.

Prerequisites
Ski Camp Riksgränsen is suitable for those who:

• Have previous experience with off-piste skiing or ski touring.
• Are comfortable skiing off-piste in varying snow conditions.
• Have good fitness for long days in the mountains.
• Want to improve as skiers and learn more about mountain travel and safety.

You do not need to be an expert, but you should be comfortable skiing black runs and be able to maintain an ascent pace of approximately 400 vertical meters per hour to feel comfortable during the camp.

Program

Day 1 – Wednesday

We meet in Kiruna and travel together to Riksgränsen, where several days filled with ski touring, clinics, community, and mountain life await. During the evening, we settle into the camp, get to know each other, and prepare for our first day in the mountains.

• Arrival in Kiruna
• Shared transfer to Riksgränsen from Kiruna at 13:30 (or when the afternoon flight arrives in 2027)
• Check-in
• Intro & gear check
• Avalanche briefing
• Dinner and social evening

Day 2 – Thursday
Our first full day in the mountains. We divide into smaller groups based on level and ambition to create the best possible experiences in the alpine terrain around Riksgränsen.

• Ski touring in small groups
• Groups adapted to level and ambition
• Après-ski with mountain quiz
• Dinner and social evening

Day 3 – Friday & Clinic Day
Today is all about development, learning, and diving deeper into mountain skills together with our guides. You choose which areas you want to focus on by selecting two clinics during the day.

We start the morning with a relaxed group yoga session before the clinics begin.

Choose two clinics:

• One morning clinic
• One afternoon clinic
• Mountain guide lecture
• Dinner and social evening

After the clinics, there will be après-ski at Grönan for those interested, followed by dinner and a social evening.

Day 4 – Saturday
Another full day in the mountains where we continue exploring the ski touring possibilities around Riksgränsen together in small groups. In the evening, a spa session and recovery await after several intense days in the mountains.

• Ski touring in small groups
• Groups adapted to level and ambition
• Spa evening
• Dinner and social evening

Day 5 – Sunday
We finish the camp with one final ski tour before heading home. Hopefully with tired legs, new experiences, and lots of inspiration for future adventures.

• Final ski tour
• Transfer to Kiruna Airport at 15:00

Clinics

You choose a total of two clinics — one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

Steep Skiing

Technique, mindset, and route selection for steeper skiing in alpine terrain.

Off-Piste Technique

Focus on skiing technique in varying snow and terrain to become a more confident and efficient off-piste skier.

Rope Handling & Rappelling for Skiers

Basic rope techniques, anchors, and rappelling in a ski touring environment.

Winter Mountain Navigation

Map reading, route selection, whiteout navigation, and how guides navigate in winter terrain.

Avalanche Awareness & Snow Profiles

Snowpack, terrain, decision-making, and practical work with snow profiles and avalanche assessment.

Mountaineering

Technical training in different terrain using crampons and ice axe. Glacier travel and rescue techniques.

Packing List

Ski Equipment

• Touring skis/splitboard
• Climbing skins
• Ski crampons (must fit your skis & bindings)
• Ski touring boots
• Poles with large baskets
• Helmet
• Goggles & sunglasses
• Ski backpack approx. 30–40L

Clothing

• Shell jacket & shell pants
• Insulation jacket
• Base layers
• Hat & gloves
• Clothes for evenings

Other

• Thermos/water bottle
• Headlamp
• Snacks
• Toiletries
• Swimwear for the spa

What’s Included

• 4 days with IFMGA mountain guides
• Ski touring in small groups
• 2 optional clinics
• Lectures & evening activities
• Spa evening
• Yoga session
• All meals
• Transfers from/to Kiruna Airport (see schedule in the program)
• Transportation during the camp by private minibus
• 4 nights accommodation (shared ski room at Hotell Riksgränsen)
• Avalanche safety equipment rental (shovel, transceiver & probe)
• 16-week training program
• An unforgettable experience in Riksgränsen!

Not Included

• Travel to/from Kiruna
• Lift pass (if needed)
• Personal ski equipment
• Insurance (must cover off-piste skiing)

Accommodation

Accommodation is in a shared ski room including breakfast at Hotell Riksgränsen (single rooms can be booked subject to availability for an additional cost). If you are traveling alone, you will primarily be booked into your own ski room — see prices below. Choose “Private Ski Room” when booking.

Prices 2027

Shared ski room: SEK 17,900/person
Shared double room: SEK 20,900/person
Private ski room: SEK 21,900/person