Course Introduction
The off-piste course in Verbier is run by our experienced instructors and guides that have been running courses here for more than 20 years.
In Verbier we are blessed with some incredible off-piste skiing runs and during the course you will learn the skills to ski safely and confidently off-piste.
Expect great memories, increased skiing confidence and improved technique in powder snow
Who is the OFF PISTE course for?
Our Verbier off piste course is designed for skiers who want to experience the off piste terrain in Verbier, improve their powder skiing technique and meet like-minded people who love skiing off piste!
Our 6 week Off-Piste course is ideal if you are on a gap year, career break, and looking to improve your off-piste skiing. You can expect an intensive off-piste and technical improvement course designed for anyone looking to master off-piste skiing.
You must be at least 18 to apply to the course, with no upper age limit. All we ask is you are able to confidently ski a black run and have the desire to improve your skiing, train hard, and have fun!
Off Piste Courses 22/23
Verbier Off Piste Course
- Description: Off Piste Skiing & Education
- Accommodation: Catered Chalet
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Dates: 4 February to 16 March
Price
CHF 8500
Verbier Off Piste Course
- Description: Off Piste Skiing & Education
- Accommodation: Course Only
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Dates: 4 February to 16 March
Price
CHF 5500
What is included?
- 6 weeks of training*
- Half Board Accommodation**
- Coaching from Top Qualified British/Swiss Off Piste Instructors
- Off-Piste Adventure Days
- Powder Skiing techniques
- Avalanche Safety Training
- Perfromance Bumps Clinics
- Explore Verbier’s Off Piste Terrain
- Video analysis sessions on and off snow
- Optional ski specific yoga sessions
- Optional Fitness sessions
- Airport transfer
- Optional ‘Add On’ Heli Ski trip
- 24 hour support in resort
- Ski maintenance clinic
- Ski Touring Adventure Days
- Altitude Futures hoody
- Regular Team socials
- Ski servicing deals
- Exclusive Verbier Deals on skis, boots, goggles, helmets
- Pro deals with Rossignol UK
- Welcome drinks
- Team Photo
*Learn to ski off-piste, powder snow and improve your overall technique on piste and in the bumps
**Food 1/2 board Monday to Friday
(1) Lift Passes are not included in the course price as the lift pass price varies significantly based on your age and some people already have their lift pass. However, we are happy to purchase this for you so it’s ready for you on arrival.
Anything else not included?
- Flights to and from Geneva Airport
- Insurance for your time in Verbier (including winter sports cover)
- Lunch each day
- Ski Equipment including boots, skis and poles (click here to find out what you will need)
Verbier
Accommodation
Weekly Breakdown
Week 1
Technical Ski Development in piste, moguls, steeps and off-piste.
Week 2
Off-Piste Mountain Safety Training and Technical Development.
Week 3
Off-Piste Powder Days and Technique for steep and deep.
Week 4
Tactical Tips for Off Piste . Route Planning and Map Work
Week 5
Ski Touring – Explore the back country.
Week 6
Explore Bruson’s tree run’s and refine ski technique.
Skiing Level
How good do i need to be?
If you are looking to join our 6 week Off-Piste Course in Verbier, you will need to already have some good skiing experience. As a general rule, you would need to be able ski confidently linking turns down the fall-line of a black run. You also need willingness to try and improve your skiing in bumps, steeps and powder.
Still not sure if you’re at the right level?
It’s normal to be a bit nervous about whether your skiing is good enough as joining the course can be a bit commitment, but we’re here to help. If you’re able to send us a video of your skiing we can let you know where we think you’re at. If you’re coming from the UK we’re also more than happy to meet you over the summer for a ski in one of the snow-domes or dry slopes and give you some one-on-one feedback on your skiing, with a few tips too!
What happens next?
after completing the course
On successful completion of the course, you will be confident skiing off-piste safely.
Many students stay after the course in Verbier to practice their new off-piste skills. We might be able to help you with accommodation or additional training if you wish to stay longer in Verbier.
If you also wish to train to become an instructor please check if we have any available space on any of the instructor exams after the off-piste course finishes.
