Jakob Lau Danielsen

Ski Instructor

Jakob is the best instructor and ski guide I have ever had

"Jakob is the best instructor and ski guide I have ever had. He was a pleasure to spend time with and made every day we spent with him better. He knows the mountain, he is a great coach, and he made everyone in the group a better and more confident skier. I would love to ski every day with Jakob, he is the best. You cannot go wrong — unless you don’t choose to ski with him!"

Amy Link

Jakob is a top notch guide!

"Jakob is a top notch guide! He is a keen listener and adapts his approach and style to each client. He is a clear communicator and will provide gentle encouragement when desired. His knowledge of the mountain and group planning skills lead to great days for people of all abilities. Highly recommended!"

Brent

Jakob made our ski trip complete!

"Jakob made our ski trip complete! His knowledge of the mountains, attentiveness and energy made an amazing trip even better. With a group of varying ski levels, he was able to guide us safely (and easily) and give us helpful tips to become stronger and more confident skiers. He was a pleasure to be around, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional guide. I hope to ski with him again in the future! "

Morgan

Languages

Danish

English

Norwegian

Qualifications

Danish Level 2 Instructor, nearly completed Level 3

Get to Know Jakob

Hello! I’m Jakob Lau Danielsen, but you can call me Lau or Jake. My skiing journey started at the age of six, thanks to an inspiring Swedish instructor who instilled in me a lifelong passion for the sport. Growing up in a flat country, I spent my ski holidays in Norway, where my family’s friends had a cosy cabin. Over the years, those holidays turned into a commitment, leading me to train as a ski instructor at a school in Denmark.

I’ve had the privilege of teaching in some of the most beautiful ski resorts, including a full season in Hovden, Norway, and Zermatt, Switzerland. Now, I’m thrilled to be sharing my love for skiing in St. Anton. Whether it’s refining my technique or enjoying off-piste adventures, skiing is my passion, and I love passing that joy onto others.

My greatest skiing memories are intertwined with my teaching experiences, especially those incredible powder days in Zermatt. Becoming an instructor was a dream come true, inspired by the ski instructors I admired as a child. It’s rewarding to help others discover the thrill of skiing and see them grow in confidence on the slopes.

When I’m not on the snow, I enjoy the Danish summer, dabbling in sports like road cycling, CrossFit, and Hyrox. A fun fact? I can walk on my hands, which is always a surprise to my friends!