Arc’teryx Academies are the pinnacle expression of the Arc'teryx brand in its truest form. Academies are purely focused on progressing and education in the mountains.

Over the course of 3 days, we invite you to come and advance your skills, learning from best-in-class athletes and guides. We provide a varying level of clinics, there is something for everyone no matter your skill level.

After an epic day in the mountains, the community comes together for an evening of inspiration rooted in celebration of mountain culture through speakers, music and films. The heart and soul of the Academy is providing accessible mountain education and bringing the community together through a shared love and passion of the outdoors.

Our clinics take place in the world's best classroom: on the mountains where we all love to play. Led by world-class mountain guides and professional athletes, Academy clinics are an opportunity to learn technical skills and put them into practice in the field.

We build our clinic lineup with an eye to help skiers and snowboarders of all abilities level up their skills. We offer expert-led clinics and workshops for all levels, from beginner to advanced, so there is something for everyone.

Once registered for a clinic, you will receive an email confirming your spot. Please ensure you fill out the required waiver from our guiding partners prior to your clinic.

Further details surrounding your clinic, meeting spot, and ticket requirements will be sent to you a few weeks before the Academy.

Clinic registration will go live on Nov 27, 2024 at 12:00PM PST.

For backcountry clinics, we require all clinic participants be 18 or older.

For inbounds clinics, we require all clinic participants be 16 or older.

The Arc'teryx Mammoth Backcountry Academy takes place March 7-9, 2025 in Mammoth, California.

All clinics in backcountry areas will be hosted within 30 miles from Mammoth, California.

Clinic locations are subject to change based on weather conditions and avalanche risk ratings. Should your clinic be impacted by weather conditions, we will work out an alternative plan with your group and guide.

The meeting and check-in time for all clinics is 7:30AM at the Westin Hotel Monache Resort, located at 50 Hillside Drive, Mammoth Lakes, California, USA, 93546.

All clinics should be completed by 4PM.

For backcountry clinics, we will send you a detailed gear list via email. Depending on weather and conditions, you might not have to use everything, but it's better to come prepared.

For inbounds clinics, please arrive prepared to spend a full day skiing or snowboarding on-resort.

Yes, please bring your own equipment to use on the clinics. Ensure they are properly labelled so they are easily identifiable at the end of the day. We do not take responsibility for lost equipment that is left behind.

Please note: we have a limited number of demo gear onsite. Items will be rented on a first-come-first-served based so we do not recommend relying on a demo for your clinic. If you require a gear rental please ensure you coordinate this in advance of your clinic taking place.

We do not provide any food or drinks on the clinics.

Bring what you need for the day to ensure you're properly fueled. Please arrive at clinic check-in with your lunch packed to avoid holding up your group.

To Check-in (Westin Hotel):

Yes, we will not be offering rides or transportation to Mammoth, California from anywhere out of town.

To Backcountry clinics:

For all clinics going into the backcountry, you will need transportation to Mammoth for check-in and potentially travel within 30 miles outside of Mammoth for your clinic.

To In Bounds clinics:

For all clinics taking place in bounds you will need transportation to Mammoth. You will be able to leave your car parked in the village for the day.

Weather and conditions are unpredictable year-round and constantly affect the decisions we make in planning and executing each trip. If conditions do not prove adequate to complete a specific objective in your trip plan, we will have a contingency plan for an alternative objective. If your trip is affected by the weather, you will be contacted as soon as possible.

We do our best to provide the best experience possible under every circumstance. It is not practical for us to issue refunds whenever a client is unsatisfied with the weather. If you have a specific objective in mind, you should understand that while we will do everything in our power to make this happen, your safety will be our priority. An alternate route/plan may be necessary.

Ticket purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable, except as otherwise stated in the Terms & Conditions. No credit will be given for participant’s failure to attend any clinic(s) for which they are registered.

Please consider a travel insurance to cover any injuries or other reasons for cancellations. For your protection, we strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance that combines trip cancellation and interruption coverage, baggage loss, medical coverage, and medical evacuation coverage. Travel insurance is not included in the price.

If the event is cancelled by Arc’teryx, registrants may be extended a full refund (excluding any banking or currency conversion fees).