Yes. As per our booking terms and conditions, it is essential that you purchase suitable travel insurance for your course. You must have comprehensive coverage that includes your entire Nonstop trip and all planned activities. Remember, you are responsible for checking the policy wording to ensure it gives you the cover you require.

We can’t recommend specific insurance policies, so it’s important that you research and choose one that suits your individual needs. If you are coming from overseas this will mean a full travel insurance package, if you are coming from North America then this will mean a package that covers curtailment, valuables, etc.

You should still take out a travel insurance policy that covers you for curtailment, valuables, etc.

Yes. Frustratingly though, not all insurance companies have the same definition for "off-piste" which means that you must do thorough research to ensure that you're covered. On a Nonstop course you'll be skiing throughout the resort both on groomed (piste) and on ungroomed (off-piste) slopes (which may or may not have trail names). Some of those areas may be in amongst the trees.

It’s important to take into consideration two factors. One, what is the total amount paid out in the event of loss of baggage (e.g. £2000) and two, what is the single item cover amount? Your skis are considered one item and if they are worth £500 and your single item cover is only £250 you will be in for a shock when you claim for the full amount! The total amount is what the company will go up to, comprised of the combined amount of all single items claimed for.

It is worth noting how much you will get back should you have to cancel your course (before it has started). Some will pay 50% some will pay 100%. Make sure you understand exactly how much your policy will cover and in what scenarios. It is important that all our participants understand that Nonstop cannot provide any refunds in the event of an injury that prevents them completing their course.

This part is vital and needs careful consideration. One company we asked said they would pay £75 per day! Sounds good hey? But they followed it up by saying £75 a day up to £450. So basically you get money for a total of six days. If you get hurt on the first day that leaves 3 weeks you will not receive money for. Some companies will cover you for more than this but it will come at a cost. The more cover you want, the more you will have to pay for it.

This course is demanding — in the best way. The fitter you are, the more fun you’ll have soaking it all up. The lead-up to your course is the perfect time to build fitness, and our Pre-Season Fitness Guide below is packed with ski-specific, easy-to-do exercises to get you started.