Off-Piste
Courses Verbier
Course Introduction
Off Piste Courses Verbier
The off-piste course in Verbier is run by our experienced Brevet Federal instructors that have been running courses here for more than 24 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 course for?
Off-Piste Course Verbier
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.
18+ Years Old
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!
Accommodation Available
When selecting our central Swiss style chalets, our goal is to offer you a private home away from home experience with an enjoyable atmosphere and great food.
Course Prices
2025 / 2026
Prices are set and invoiced in Swiss Francs.
(Updated on the 27.2.25)
Bookings are open for the 2025/26 courses
Verbier
6 Weeks Off-Piste course- Decription
- Off Piste Skiing & Education
- Accommodation*
- Catered Chalet
- *Food 1/2 board Monday to Friday
2025/26 Courses 1st February 14th March
Verbier
6 Weeks Off-Piste course- Decription
- Off Piste Skiing & Education
- Accommodation*
- Not Included
- *Course Only
2025/26 Courses 1st February 14th March
6 weeks of off piste training and adventures
Top Qualified Coaches
Accommodation in Verbier
Powder Clinics
Ski touring days
Technique on steeps
Performance Clinics
Avalanche Safety Training
Airport transfer
Ski servicing clinic
Also included
Optional Add-Ons(1)
Anything else not included?
(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.
This is the breakdown for the Off-Piste course. It may vary depending on forecast and snow conditions.
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.
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 ski gap 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!
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.
Please note until further notice only students with a valid EU passport will be eligable to be considered for a job after completing the course.
Accommodation in verbier
Our most popular accommodation choice over the last 22 years with our students has been our private Swiss chalets option. This allows you to stay with 8-14 other trainee instructors together in a typical Swiss Verbier chalet.
