Welcome!
Alpine Sports Club (ASC) is your family-friendly gateway to the outdoors - with skiing, snowboarding, tramping, mountaineering, camping and more.
Whether you're hitting the slopes in winter or walking through native bush in summer, our club offers a relaxed, welcoming community for outdoor adventurers of all ages.
Why join?
Three member-only huts
Enjoy exclusive access to our club huts year-round:
- Ruapehu Huts – The iconic A-Frame and Ruapehu Hut are right on the Whakapapa ski field. Wake up to snow right outside your door!
- Waitakere Hut – A peaceful bush retreat just an hour from Auckland, perfect for weekend escapes.
Family-focused adventures
Kids roam free, friendships are made, and shared meals and games create memories for life. We run:
Family-friendly trips and camps (including a popular summer camp held on private property with access to swimming holes, daily activities and more)
- Club nights with guest speakers and gear tips
- Skiing and snowboarding weekends with other families
- Tramping, mountaineering and bushcraft trips for all levels
A supportive outdoor community
Whether you're new to the outdoors or an experienced mountaineer, you'll find:
- Instruction in alpine safety, mountain navigation and trip planning
- Midweek and weekend walks for our older club members and more
- A warm club culture built around shared experiences, laughter, and a love of the outdoors
Join the adventure
Become a member today to access our huts, join club trips, and be part of a welcoming outdoor community.
Have questions? Email us at membership@alpinesport.org.nz
Alpine Sports Club Inc. wishes to acknowledge the support given to it by The Pub Charity Limited.
