Winter 2020 School Group Rates

WINTER 2020 SCHOOL GROUP RATES

30 June 2020 - 5 October 2020 Release date: 3 April 2020

Contact Details: Rebecca Janes Thredbo Groups Kosciuszko Thredbo P: (02) 6459 4246 E: [email protected]

Information presented is correct at time of printing however, Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd ABN 95 000 139 015 reserves the right to change at any time without notice, specifications, activities or prices without incurring obligations.

SCHOOL GROUPS IN 2020 SNOW SPORTS LESSONS Thredbo Snow Sports are the team you need to guide you from gentle green beginner runs all the way through to black diamond trails. There are over 200 experienced instructors from all corners of the globe teaching kids, teenagers and adults the skills you need to have fun on the slopes.

As per the NSW department of education’s sport safety guidelines it is mandatory for all students to have an assessment lesson by qualified instructor(s) at the commencement of the program. It is also mandatory that all students have a two hour lesson each morning of the program. Schools are to include afternoon lessons in the program for beginner level students. There are four School group levels range from first timer to advance.

Level Ski Snowboard First Timer 1st time skiing or cannot stop on the flat snow 1st time snowboarding Beginner Student can snow plough stop and snowplough turn without Student can slide slip on heel side and toe side edges. falling over on beginner runs (eg. Friday Flat) Confident on beginner run (eg. Friday Flat). Intermediate Student can finish every turn parallel. Confident on all green Student can confidently link turns on green runs (Eg Merritts ). runs without falling over. Advance Student can make full parallel turns on blue runs and above. Student can confidently turn on blue runs and above.

Students will be divided into groups with similar ability levels with supervisor: instructor to student ratio not exceeding 1:12 In some cases groups may consist of combined levels. For example a group of 36 students will be split into 3 groups and assigned 3 instructors. Assigned instructors may change over a period for school groups that are participating in multiday lessons. If a student is not capable of the level indicated they will be moved to the level below.

Further information regarding the guidelines can be found via the link below. https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/Page/1109?returnpageid=1114

ADD ON PRODUCTS RENTAL ADD ON Rental add on are a great way to package all your school group needs into one order. Note: Schools participating in the 8.30am lesson time that require rental equipment; need to arrive in Thredbo for rental collection at 7.30am.

1PM PRIOR DAY ADD ON (3 to 5 Day products only) For school groups wanting to access Thredbo lifts from 1pm prior to the first full day on all 3, 4 and 5 day school group products. A 2PM add on group lesson is required with this add on.

CLOTHING ADD ON PRODUCTS For those kids who need some extra gear, simply add on clothing (Jacket and Pants) to your other products. Clothing hire add- ons can be attached to all products.

Due to hygiene reasons we do not hire gloves or googles but offer a special group rate on waterproof snow play gloves and googles. Glove and google packs need to be included in the initial order. If purchasing in resort the full retail rate will be charged. • Gloves - $20 each • Glove and Google pack - $60 each

LUNCH – ADD ON FOR ONLY $16 per day Lunch add on option gives you the benefit of having an assigned seating area to eat lunch. This area is located upstairs in Friday Flats Bistro.

THREDBO LEISURE CENTRE – ADD ON FOR ONLY $3 per day with valid lift access You can add on Leisure Centre entry for only $3 per day, exclusive to school groups with valid lift access. Ride the longest runs in Australia, stretch out the muscles in the 50m heated pool, ride the waterslide, pump some iron in the gym (16+yrs), hit the squash courts, challenge yourself on the traversing wall and play a game of basketball. For each valid lift pass, you can add on leisure center entry. Add on leisure center entry needs to match the number of lift and lesson days. Do one or all of these fun activities, all available at Thredbo, Australia’s premier ski resort. Add Mission Inflatable for only $5.00 per person per day.

Important: Bookings are essential. As there are often other groups booked into Thredbo Leisure centre it is very important to arrive at your scheduled activities on time to assure your group does not miss out.

THREDBO LANYARDS INCLUDED ON ALL GROUP LIFT & LESSON PRODUCTS Thredbo will continue supplying all school groups purchasing Lift & Lesson products a Thredbo Lanyard to hold their lift pass whilst skiing or riding at Thredbo. Whilst the lanyard will protect your RFID Lift Pass, it is also a great memento to take home from your trip. Replacement of damaged or last passes will require the student to purchase a $5 My Thredbo Card. *Merritts Gondola pass excluded.

GROUP BOOKING PROCESS: WINTER 2020

STEP 1: REQUEST FOR A GROUP BOOKING • Group booking requests must be received by Thredbo Guest Services: Groups no later than 3 weeks prior to the arrival date. • In 2020, the allocation of lesson times for a group booking is on a first come first serve basis. Please ensure that you book your school with Thredbo as soon as confirmed to avoid disappointment. • Booking requests must be submitted on the Group Booking Form which can be requested from Thredbo Guest Services: Groups. Please note: o Your booking request will be reviewed and you will receive confirmation of approval or request to alter lesson times. o Requested times for lessons or rental collection may not be available due to the demand of the products on a requested date, in which case alternate times or dates will be offered.

STEP 2: FINAL CONFIRMATION OF A GROUP BOOKING To ensure correct allocation of instructors and the timely preparation and collection of order the following steps need to be taken: • 2 weeks prior to arrival groups must confirm o Final numbers o Lesson times o Student Names and Disciplines (Snowboarder/Skier), medication, food or drug allergies. o In resort contact. • 1 week prior to the group’s arrival Thredbo Guest Services: Groups will send an email containing valuable information to assist the group make the most of their time in Thredbo. If the booking is made through a third party the in resort group contact will be sent this information. • Payment of booking is required to be paid in full 7 days prior to arrival. • Any request to change lesson times is subject to availability.

STEP 3: COLLECTION OF A GROUP BOOKING • New in 2020 - To ensure a smoother snow experience for our school groups one of our friendly staff members will greet your group at the bus parking area to hand over lift passes. The group will then be guided to their lessons, rental pickup location or to the new Merritts Gondola location. • Alternative to this, Thredbo Group bookings can still be collected from Thredbo Guest Services: Friday Flat, Jindabyne or Valley Terminal (Merritts Gondola pass orders only). Please note: o Friday Flat Guest Services collection: orders will be available for collection from 8.00am to 5.00pm daily during winter. o Jindabyne Guest Services collection: orders will be available for collection Monday to Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm and Saturday 1pm - 4pm. o Valley Terminal Guest Services collection: Merritts Gondola pass orders may be collected from staff at the Valley Terminal Guest Services. o Schools selecting the 8.30am lesson timeslot and also require rental must collect rental from 7.30am to ensure the required lesson departure time.

Please note: o The Unaccompanied Minor Rental form is only required if the group is renting ski or snowboard equipment from Thredbo.

MERRITTS GONDOLA PASS PRICING WINTER 2020

Student 1 Day Merritts Gondola pass: $10.00 Add Thredbo Leisure Centre Entry for only $3.00 per person Add Thredbo Lanyard for only $2.00 per person

Adult 1 Day Merritts Gondola Pass $35.00

Includes: 1 Day Thredbo Scenic Pass: Merritt’s Gondola Only.

Pricing applicable for visits from 6 June 2020 to 5 October 2020

SCHOOL GROUP RATES WINTER 2020 30 Jun 20 Jul 1 Aug 31 Aug 14 Sep LIFT AND LESSON to to to to to 19 Jul 31 Jul 30 Aug 13 Sep 5 Oct

Student 8.30am Lesson $135 $135 $135 $135 $129 1 Day Student 10.30am Lesson $125 $125 $125 $125 $119 Teacher $189 $189 $189 $189 $189

Student 8.30am Lesson $235 $205 $215 $171 $163 2 Day Student 10.30am Lesson $220 $190 $200 $156 $148 Teacher $309 $299 $309 $269 $249

Student 8.30am Lesson $329 $269 $280 $235 $225 3 Day Student 10.30am Lesson $309 $249 $260 $215 $205 Teacher $435 $425 $435 $385 $319

Student 8.30am Lesson $429 $349 $360 $305 $295 4 Day Student 10.30am Lesson $404 $324 $335 $280 $270 Teacher $559 $549 $559 $489 $389

Student 8.30am Lesson $485 $395 $410 $350 $335 5 Day Student 10.30am Lesson $455 $365 $380 $320 $305 Teacher $669 $659 $669 $579 $459

1PM Start 1PM Start ADD ON 2pm Group Leisure Sport Rental Lift and Teacher Lift Clothing Lunch Lesson Centre PRODUCTS Lesson* Pass*

1 Day Student $50 NA NA $25 $35 $16 $3 Teacher $70 NA NA $25 $35 $16 $3

2 Day Student $70 NA NA $50 $50 $32 $6 Teacher $90 NA NA $50 $50 $32 $6

3 Day Student $90 $35 NA $75 $60 $48 $9 Teacher $110 NA $20 $75 $60 $48 $9

4 Day Student $100 $35 NA $100 $65 $64 $12 Teacher $120 NA $20 $100 $65 $64 $12

5 Day Student $110 $35 NA $125 $70 $80 $15 Teacher $130 NA $20 $125 $70 $80 $15

PRODUCT CONDITIONS AND INCLUSIONS • Multi day tickets crossing over season dates will be charged at the applicable rate as the first day of use. • *1pm start lift pass is available on 3, 4 and 5 day products from 1pm on the day prior to the first full day of riding for only $35.00 includes the 2pm group lesson • Times must be booked for all Thredbo Leisure Centre bookings. Add Mission Inflatable for only $5.00 per person. • All ski lift passes include a Thredbo lanyard. Merritts Gondola pass excluded. • Sport Rental Equipment includes: Sport Range ski’s, poles and boots or snowboard and boots. Helmet included with all group Sports Range rentals. • Schools selecting the 8.30am lesson timeslot and also require rental must collect rental from 7.30am to ensure the required lesson departure time • Passes will be printed on a temporary pass. If this pass is damaged or lost card replacement will require the student to purchase a $5 for a My Thredbo card

Booking & Payment Information 1. Bookings must be made at least 21 days prior to arrival. (Priority given to early bookings) 2. All passes & Equipment Rental must be paid for at least 7 days prior to arrival by direct deposit, personal cheques or credit card, unless you have an approved credit application. Please note that Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd does not accept DINERS or AMEX cards. Note Thredbo payment methods are subject to change at any time. 3. Payment is non-refundable and is required within 7 days prior to arrival. 4. Cancellations of group bookings are not accepted within 7 days of your arrival date. 5. Businesses with approved credit applications are required to pay for any school booking 7 days prior to arrival. 6. Students no longer able to attend due to injury or illness may be eligible to a MyMoney credit. MyMoney can be used at valid Kosciusko Thredbo venues for 365 days after the groups’ arrival in-resort. A medical certificate is required for any injury credit applications. 7. Payment is per group. No individual payments will be accepted. 8. If choosing the Direct Deposit method you must wait until your confirmation number has been provided and quote as a reference when depositing Please allow 3 business days for Direct Deposit to clear. 9. Payment details are as follows: a. Direct Deposit Details are as follows: Kosciuszko Thredbo PL NAB BSB: 082 001 A/C: 53 364 0174

b. Cheques are to be made out to: Kosciuszko Thredbo PL c. Credit Card: Please contact groups on (02) 6459 4246 to provide credit card details

Ticketing Conditions & Information for School Groups Bona fide school groups must consist of 20 or more to receive this offer. 1. Bona fide school groups to Year 12 will be charged at the Student rate and receive 1 teacher free for every 10 paying students. 2. ALL passes must start on the same day. 3. ½ day add on is available on 3 to 5 Day products from 1pm on the day prior to the first full day of riding. Start date of ticket to be based off the first half day. All passes are for consecutive days. 4. Student Lift & Lesson packages include all mountain lift pass and a 2 hour group lesson daily. Group lessons are not available for children under 7 years of age. Please refer to the following link for information on the full day and ½ day Thredboland program: https://www.thredbo.com.au/lessons-programs/thredboland-ski-program-4-6-years/ 5. Adult Lift & Lesson packages include all mountain lift pass and a 2hr group lesson. Lesson is to be taken with the Students class. 6. All group ski & snowboard lessons meet at Friday Flat. Lesson times are 8.30am and 10.30am ONLY. Lessons meet 15 minutes prior to start times. i.e. 8.15am, 10.15am . For schools purchasing the additional 2pm group lesson, the meeting time is 1.45pm. 7. Extra 2 hour lessons are only available from 2 – 4pm, Monday to Friday and valid for students up to Year 12 only. 8. All Student passes include a Thredbo lanyard and a lift pass with the students information.

Rental Conditions & Information 1. Rental equipment is collected from Friday Flat Thredbo Sports only. 2. Rental collection times are booked in half hour intervals. Arriving late to your allocated time may put you behind the last group booked resulting in on snow delays. 3. Groups with an 8.30am lesson time must commence rental collection at 7.30am to allow sufficient time to ensure on time lesson departure. 4. The Group Information Form MUST be fully completed and returned no later than 14 days prior to the group’s arrival to enable entry of guest rental information into our system to help avoid congestion when going through the Rental process. 5. Unaccompanied Minor Rental Forms must be completed prior to arrival and presented to Thredbo Sports Rental on arrival.

School Lunches Conditions and Information 1. Lunch order requirements must be pre booked at least 14 days in advance. 2. Minimum number of 20 is required to qualify for school lunch group rates. 3. Adults and Students are at the one rate. There are no free of charge meals. 4. Lunch times must be booked in and are at 45 minute intervals. 5. The lunch area booked is in the upstairs area at Friday Flat Bistro. 6. Lunch examples are a guide on what will be on offer, not all options may be available on the requested days. 7. Any particular dietary requirements must be forwarded 10 days in advance. 8. Cancellation of lunch orders must be 10 days in advance or a cancellation fee of 50% will apply. Thredbo Leisure Centre Conditions and Information 1. All school groups must adhere to the Thredbo Leisure Centre – Conditions of Entry. These conditions are available on request. 2. Thredbo Leisure Centre staff adhere to the RLSSA Keep Watch Program. For more information on Keep Watch go to: http://www.royallifesaving.com.au/programs/keep-watch-toddler-drowning-prevention-program 3. Mission Inflatable usage requires all students to complete a 25m swim test using the Freestyle swimming technique.