A SNOWPORT participation initiative is being piloted at Llandudno Ski Centre this coming weekend.

Snowsport Wales, North Wales Snowsports Club and John Nike Leisure have collaborated to offer discounted snow sports taster session at Llandudno Ski Centre, in an effort to increase participation rates and accessibility.

For those aged eight and above, one-hour snowboarding, skiing and tubing taster sessions will be available from 10am on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 March, offering information on equipment, how to get around with just one leg strapped in as well as the basics of stopping and controlling yourself on the hill in a side slip.

Sessions will start at 10am and 12:30pm on both days, with participants told to bring gloves and wear warmer clothing covering arms and legs.

Places are limited and availability is on a first come first served basis.

To book your place at a snowboarding or skiing session, click here.