Ski S ki Introduction Sking in Pakistan has been in vogue for a very long time. However, it was in 1958 when the PAF, pioneered formal skiing by introducing the sport for its aircrew. Besides its own personnel, PAF began to offer some training to Government Departments, civilians and students at Naltar. With the formation of SFP, the sprots became accessible on a countrywide basis and training and participation for competitive skiing was offered to all. As the sport started gaining popularity, an additional venue was created with the development of Malam Jabba as a ski resort by the Government of Pakistan.
Today there are several hundred ski enthusiasts in the country.
National championships are held annually and Pakistani skiers also represent the country in International competitions. Current Status Currently the Ski Federation of Pakistan organizes ski courses for beginners and regular National Ski Championships are being held. The importance and popularity of the sport can be judged from the fact that the 3rd National Championship was graced by the presence of Prime Minister of Pakistan, as its Chief Guest in February, 1993. Pakistan was represented in the 3rd and 4th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China and Kangwon, Korea in 1996 and 1999 respectively. The children's team also represented Pakistan in the 9th Asian Children's Championship held in Iran in February, 1999.