Higher Learning is every fall at Sanction HQ
Location:
Sanction World Headquarters
330 Steeles Ave West Unit A1, Thornhill, Ontario L4J 6W9 (Just north of Toronto)
What Is
Higher Learning?
Higher Learning is a free event that happens every Fall at Sanction World Headquarters! It's where we kick off snowboarding season for the year. You’ll learn about the latest in snowboard tech, how to care for your equipment, and how to travel smart. (Oh, and there'll be tons of free swag, food, games, and giveaways all weekend long!)
Product Knowledge Sessions
Learn about the latest tech from the best snowboard brands all in one place.
Upgrade Your Snowboard Intelligence
Higher Learning is basically snowboard university, packed into one weekend.
Learn How to Take Care Of Your Gear
Tips on tuning, boot fitting, setting up your board, and more!
Snowboard Travel Tips
Learn how to travel right and plan the best snowboard trips ever!
Games & Prizes
See event page for this year's incredible games and prizes.
Free Swag & Giveaways
Tons of free giveaways and prizes from all your favorite snowboard brands.
Higher Learning Schedule
Jam packed weekend full of amazing learning at Sanction World Headquarters
Info Session & Boot Fit Clinic
Vans
Learn about the latest Vans boots and how to find the perfect fit.
- Picking the right boot for your foot type
- Measuring your foot
- Wearing the right socks
- Checking that heel lift
- Toe Room
- The Flex Test
- What's the deal with heat moldable liners?
Info Session
Ride Snowboards
Learn about the history for Ride Snowboards and all there is to know about the new 2024 lineup. In this session you'll learn:
- Ride's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Nitro
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Nitro snowboard tech.
- Nitro's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Volcom Outerwear
Learn about the brand new 2024 Volcom outerwear collection.
- Volcom's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size your outerwear
- Storage, cleaning, proper outerwear care
Info Session
Never Summer
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Never Summer snowboard tech.
- Never Summer's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Nidecker
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Nidecker snowboard tech.
- Nideckers's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
YES. & NOW
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of YES. snowboards and NOW binding tech.
- YES. and NOW's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Jones
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Jones binding tech.
- Jones history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Tuning Clinic
Mt. St. Louis
Learn how to tune your snowboard and tweak your gear for the most optimal fun.
- How to properly wax a snowboard
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
- Mounting and unmounting your bindings
Travel Info / How To Pack
Whitewater Resort
Learn about how to travel for snowboarding the right way and optimize your adventure.
- How to pack for your snowboard trip
- Learn about one of our favourite resorts
- Tons of travel tips and info
Boot Fit Clinic + Bonecrusher Video
ThirtyTwo
Learn how to find the perfect fit for boots and how to properly tie them up for the best possible ride.
- Picking the right boot for your foot type
- Measuring your foot
- Wearing the right socks
- Checking that heel lift
- Toe Room
- The Flex Test
- What's the deal with heat moldable liners?
Info Session
Airblaster
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Airblaster snowboard tech.
- Airblaster's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- Taking care of your gear
Info Session
Mervin
Learn about the brand new 2024 gear from Mervin (Lib Tech / GNU / Bent Metal / ROXY)
- Mervin's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session + Atlas Video
686
Learn about the brand new 686 collection.
- 686's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Capita
Learn all there is to know about the new 2024 line of Capita snowboard tech.
- Capita's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Info Session
Union
Learn about the brand new 2024 Union bindings.
- Union's history, mission, and values.
- 2024 Product line and tech
- How to properly fit and size equipment
- Taking care and maintaining your snowboard equipment
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
Tuning Clinic
Mt. St. Louis
Learn how to tune your snowboard and tweak your gear for the most optimal fun.
- How to properly wax a snowboard
- Equipment storage, cleaning, and minor repairs
- Mounting and unmounting your bindings
Trip Planning
Revelstoke
Learn how to travel right and plan the best trips ever to Revelstoke in BC.
- How to pack for your snowboard trip
- Learn about one of our favourite resorts
- Tons of travel tips and info
Reserve Your Spot
Fill out the form below to secure your spot at this year's Higher Learning event.
Max capacity is 30 people per session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you ever wanted to know about Higher Learning
330 Steeles Ave West Unit A1
Thornhill, Ontario
L4J 6W9
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At Higher Learning, we're hosting some great info sessions with all the best snowboard brands and educating you on all the new 2024 tech. We've also got boot fitting clinics, board tuning workshops, and talks about snowboard travel lined up. It’s all about equipping you with the knowledge and gear to elevate your snowboarding experience!
Most of the 2024 gear has also arrived and will be available for purchase as well if you're looking for the latest gear.
Class is in session
Higher Learning has become a Sanction tradition like no other. Join us every Fall for the official welcoming of winter. Sessions are hosted by the best brands in snowboarding and reps are excited to share the latest in snowboard tech.
Higher Learning
2025 Tickets
This event is completely free.
Grab your tickets for this year before they're gone.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
