Public Skeleton

person smiling while on skeleton track
Price
For 2024/25, pricing tbc for 2025/26:
$249 ages 16+ (2 runs)
$124.50 ages 16+ (1 run)
Discount rate of $55 for Cdn. citizens ages 16-25
Availability
Available again in winter 2025/26
Activity duration approx. 2 hours

The winter season 2024/25 is now over and Public Skeleton will be available again in fall/winter 2025/26. We will welcome you back on track for Summer Bobsleigh from June to August 2025!

 

The Whistler Sliding Centre's Public Skeleton Experience is one of Whistler's most unique activities! 

No experience is required.

Like an Olympian, you will slide solo on your own skeleton sled. Participants take off from the “Maple Leaf” starting point to slide through the track’s bottom six corners, clocking speeds up to 100 km/hr. Don’t worry that your run might be over too fast, as you get to go down twice (with an option of doing only one run as well)! No previous experience is required, you will get familiarized through a thorough orientation session before going on track. The Whistler Sliding Centre is the only place in Canada where public can experience the adrenaline rush of skeleton! Skeleton runs rain, snow or shine so it’s the perfect addition to your time in Whistler, whatever the weather.

participant getting their photo taken before skeleton ride

Cost (2024/25, pricing tbc for 2025/26)

  • $249/person ages 16+ (2 runs)
  • $124.50/person ages 16+ (1 run only)
  • Discount rate of $55 for Canadian citizens ages 16-25, valid ID required at check-in*

25% off the second activity for individuals who book both bobsleigh and skeleton in the same season (book by phone for the discount).

As a not-for-profit, all proceeds from this program directly support our athletes and mission to grow sport.

*The age range of 16 to 25 years aligns with long-term athlete development stages in the sliding sports and the Canadian Sport for Life program. This age range allows us to capture early, as well as late stage Olympic potential athletes. 

two participants shaking hands beside track

Requirements

  • No prior skeleton experience is required.
  • All participants must be 16 years or older.
  • Skeleton is a real sport experience:
    • Participants may experience a strenuous ride
    • Participants must make sure they are ready to slide and meet the weight, height and health requirements outlined in the "Know Before You Go".
group of participants taking photo with skeleton board

What to Expect

Your Public Skeleton Experience commences with an orientation about your ride and track etiquette. After the orientation, your group will get fitted with helmets and you will walk about one third up the track to the “Maple Leaf” start. Watch closely as a staff member does a demonstration run! When it is your turn, the track team will assist you in finding the correct position on your sled. The control tower will announce your name on the big speakers, give your sled the green light, and track crew will gently push you into the track. And you’re off! As you accelerate down the track, remember to “be a sack of potatoes”, as the most relaxed participants reach the highest speeds of over 100 km/hr. The uphill outrun will slow you down, and staff will bring you to a stop and help you off your sled. If you want to do two runs, head back up for run number two and refine your technique – you want to win the race after all! After your second run, return to Guest Services to check your time and speed.

Download & Share your Commemorative Photo

After your ride, we will email you a link to download your FREE activity/certificate photo from our online database! Feel free to share them with your friends and family and tag us #whistlerslidingcentre, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and leave a review on Tripadvisor!

coach and rider going through orientation

Booking & More Information

  • Booking will open in summer/fall 2025.
  • Advance booking is required. Full payment is required at time of booking. See below for cancellation policy.
  • Canadian citizens ages 16 to 25: $249 will be charged at time of booking, upon presentation of valid ID at check-in a refund of $194 will be issued.
  • Before you book, make sure to read the Public Skeleton "Know Before You Go" page.
  • Gift certificates are available, call 604-964-0040, ext. 2201 to purchase.
  • Contact us by phone at 604-964-0040 or by email for any further questions.
group of participants with hands up celebrating

Cancellation Policy

  • You may cancel your booking up to 24 hours prior to your booked activity time to receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the booked activity time as well as no-shows are subject to a 100% charge.
  • In the event that a session is cancelled (at the discretion of the Whistler Sliding Centre) participants will have the choice of a full refund or re-scheduling.
skeleton sport racer

The Whistler Sliding Centre is a non-profit organization, and all proceeds from public programs go directly towards growing sport and supporting bobsleigh, skeleton and luge athletes.

Whistler Sliding Centre 4910 Glacier Lane
WhistlerBC V8E 0C2
Canada