Three Hours of Airbag-Only Freestyle — coached, helmeted, and focused on safe landings

BARRIE SKI FIELD GUIDE

Three Hours of Airbag-Only Freestyle — coached, helmeted, and focused on safe landings

A concise guide to LAUNCH Spring Sessions in Barrie: three-hour airbag-only blocks where certified coaches oversee freestyle practice and strict equipment rules keep landings safe.

Three Hours of Airbag-Only Freestyle — coached, helmeted, and focused on safe landings.

Duration
3 Hours
Location
Barrie
Operator
LAUNCH
Category
Ski
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Jump into a three-hour air bag session designed for freestyle training: certified coaches oversee tricks and athletes land into a snow-covered airbag, with helmets required and poles banned to keep the focus on safe progression and pure airtime.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE COACHING

Certified coaches on every session

All athletes must be accompanied by a certified coach who meets or exceeds the Canada Snowboard / Freestyle Canada Coaching Program Standards for Air Training; sessions are run as coached freestyle practice focused on progression and safety.

THE EQUIPMENT

Mandatory helmets and equipment checks

Helmets and gloves are mandatory, equipment is inspected on arrival, and any skis or snowboards with cracked edges or delamination will be refused; poles are not allowed during these airbag-only sessions.

THE TIMING

Three-hour, focused airbag blocks

Access is limited to airbag-only use in distinct three-hour sessions throughout the day, allowing concentrated practice within a scheduled window.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

The offering is a focused three-hour airbag session where athletes work under coach supervision to practice freestyle maneuvers into a padded snow landing—an environment built to minimize impact while maximizing repetition and skill development.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits—and who it doesn't.

1
Freestyle athletes with coachingWell suited to athletes who attend with a certified coach and want concentrated airbag practice under supervision.
2
CoachesDesigned for certified coaches to run focused airbag training sessions for their athletes, provided they meet the stated coaching standards.
3
Independent beginners without a coachNot ideal: all athletes must be accompanied by a certified coach meeting Canada Snowboard / Freestyle Canada standards, so solo beginner attendees are not supported.
4
Riders with compromised equipmentNot a fit unless your skis or snowboard pass inspection—items with cracked edges or delamination will be refused, so bring equipment in solid condition.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Session length & schedule

Each booking grants up to three hours of airbag-only access; sessions run 10:00–13:00, 13:00–16:00, and 16:00–19:00.

What to bring

Helmets and gloves are mandatory; poles are not allowed. Expect equipment inspection on arrival—skis or snowboards with cracked edges or delamination will be refused.

Coaching & eligibility

All athletes must be accompanied by a certified coach who meets or exceeds Canada Snowboard / Freestyle Canada Coaching Program Standards for Air Training.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is each LAUNCH Spring airbag session?

Each session runs for three hours.

What are the session start times?

Sessions are scheduled 10:00–13:00, 13:00–16:00, and 16:00–19:00.

Do I need a coach to attend?

Yes—all athletes must be accompanied by a certified coach who meets or exceeds the Canada Snowboard / Freestyle Canada Coaching Program Standards for Air Training.

Are helmets required?

Yes—helmets (and gloves) are mandatory for all participants.

Can I use poles during the session?

No—poles are not allowed during the airbag-only sessions.

What happens if my skis or snowboard are damaged?

Equipment will be inspected on arrival; any skis or snowboards with cracked edges or delamination will be refused.