Kids Ski Lessons in Verbier

Wallabies

A longer version of our beginners’ whippersnapper group, to help older children learn to ski. It could be their first time, or they may have had an intro session and still be learning to snowplough turn.

Enjoyment and your children’s safety are still our top priorities, but the older ages allow us to focus a little more on development too.

We also try to introduce a feeling of self-responsibility, so they feel they have more autonomy from the word go. It may seem small, but teaching children to properly carry their own skis, reset the bindings and get up on their own after a crash makes them feel much more adult. Your back will also thank us for it.

Arrows

In our Arrows group lessons children will transition from the nursery slopes to explore the stunning ski resort of Verbier. Your child will need a lift pass right from day one.

We’ll concentrate on skiing parallel during the second half of the turn and begin to navigate rollers, bumps, and jumps. As the week progresses, the group will gain confidence tackling blue runs. They’ll learn fun tricks like box slides and skiing backwards, as well as linking jumps and features.

Our team will also cover essential safety tips, including safe stopping areas on the mountain and key checks before heading out. Get ready for an exciting adventure.

Bombers

Ideal for intermediate skiers, our Bombers program in Verbier introduces skills that enhance speed and performance on the stunning slopes.

From the very first day, participants will explore the local snow parks, honing their balance and coordination while learning exciting tricks like a 180 flat spin on gentle runs. We focus on building foundational movement patterns essential for skills such as side slipping, hockey stops, absorbing bumps, and skating on skis.

As these foundations solidify, kids will naturally begin to ski more dynamically, equipping them to tackle steeper and more challenging terrain that Verbier is famous for.

Our instructors also emphasize the essential knowledge needed for safe skiing beyond lessons. We explain the meaning of piste markers, how to navigate the area without getting lost, the rules of the Snowparks, and the proper protocols for overtaking other skiers, including right of way. These skills are vital for enjoying the slopes with family and friends.

Rockets

Our Rockets group builds on the parallel skiing skills honed in the bombers program. It’s common for kids to spend a couple of seasons in the Rockets before advancing to our FreeRide Team.

We’ll focus on refining turn shape and size, practicing long parallel turns, and linking short turns. We’ll also introduce pole plants and edge rolls to enhance performance on the slopes.

In our snowparks, we’ll tackle bigger jumps, learn safe landing techniques, and practice tricks like the 5050 box slide and 360 flat spins on easier runs.

By the end of their time in the Rockets, students will confidently navigate black runs, execute basic carved turns, and begin exploring variable snow conditions. Many parents also join us for lessons during this time to keep up with their aspiring skiers.

As your child’s confidence and independence grow, it’s crucial that their mountain awareness does too. Our instructors will guide them on leading a group safely down the mountain, identifying safe spots to stop and start, and recognising other skiers. We also cover essential safety procedures, including contacting Piste Patrol, what information to provide, and how to communicate their location.

Freeride

Our Freeride team are dedicated to enhancing their piste performance while gradually expanding their skills into all-mountain skiing. Perfect for making the most of the incredible terrain in Verbier. Most children will enjoy at least two seasons in our Freeride programme.

On the pistes, our team will focus on confidently tackling the black runs, ensuring control at all times, and working on building edge grip earlier in the turn. On gentler slopes, we will hone higher-performance carved turns and explore how to use turn shape for speed management.

In the park, we’ll concentrate on consistently clearing the flats on jumps and linking switch (backwards) parallel turns. The team will also develop techniques for navigating variable terrain off-piste. We’ll teach them how to assess which drops, jumps, and lines are safe to ski, along with practicing small natural drops and learning to spot their landings.

Navigation skills are essential for their development, and our instructors will ensure each student is proficient with the piste map to navigate around Verbier. We encourage you to ask them to demonstrate this skill when skiing as a family.

Proride

Welcome to the pinnacle of our Ski School progression in Verbier! Guided by our passionate team of coaches, completing your Gold Star and earning a coveted New Generation Team Trucker typically takes students at least two seasons. At this stage, you’ll be perfectly positioned to begin your Ski Instructor Exams.

On the slopes, our team will focus on tackling black runs in various conditions, mastering different turn shapes to manage your speed effectively. Our goal is to have you confidently skiing a fall-line descent through a mogul field, incorporating pole plants at a controlled pace.

To prepare for off-piste adventures, we’ll also hone your skills on challenging terrains, including Ice, Powder, Variable snow, Sun Crust, and navigating Narrow Gullies/Couloirs. Safety is paramount; students will practice using Transceivers, Shovels, and Probes in rescue simulations, where you’ll need to locate and rescue a hypothetical victim within 6 minutes.

Once the fundamentals are solidified, we’ll venture off-piste to refine your technique, tackle bigger drops, and learn how to lead groups safely.

Please note – Our ProRide Team will ski off-piste when conditions are ideal. We provide a complete avalanche safety kit for these outings and offer comprehensive training on the use of this equipment in all ProRide sessions.