Off Piste Skiing - Backcountry Intro Course
Ever dreamt of leaving the crowds of the piste behind and exploring the mountains beyond the boundary rope?
This specially-designed week based in the off-piste mecca of Chamonix will take you there, introducing the freedom and excitement of the backcountry. Skiing challenging terrain, untracked powder and ascending deep into the mountains using ski-mountaineering techniques will take your skiing to the next level and open up a whole new world of alpine adventure.
During the first half of the week you will benefit from first-class coaching from an ISTD qualified ski instructor, developing your ski technique to handle a wide variety of off-piste conditions. Applying these new skills, you will then enjoy the company and experience of a UIAGM mountain guide learning the essential techniques and tactics for ski-mountaineering and safe off-piste travel. On each day, you will discover the wild and dramatic mountains of the Mont Blanc region which rightly make Chamonix one of the great places to ski in the world.
This specially-designed week based in the off-piste mecca of Chamonix will take you there, introducing the freedom and excitement of the backcountry. Skiing challenging terrain, untracked powder and ascending deep into the mountains using ski-mountaineering techniques will take your skiing to the next level and open up a whole new world of alpine adventure.
During the first half of the week you will benefit from first-class coaching from an ISTD qualified ski instructor, developing your ski technique to handle a wide variety of off-piste conditions. Applying these new skills, you will then enjoy the company and experience of a UIAGM mountain guide learning the essential techniques and tactics for ski-mountaineering and safe off-piste travel. On each day, you will discover the wild and dramatic mountains of the Mont Blanc region which rightly make Chamonix one of the great places to ski in the world.
Price
From: GBP925 per person (8 days)
Price Includes
Day 1 Arrive Chamonix, welcome dinner
Day 2 Les Grand Montets. A day to improve our on-piste and learn about off-piste technique
Day 3 Brévent-Flégère. Amazing views of the Mont Blanc massif as we continue to improve our off-piste style
Day 4 Le Tour. Last day of ski instruction, with feedback and advice.
Day 5 Les Grand Montets. Full day off-piste with our UIAGM guide. Focus on safety and avalanche awareness.
Day 6 Flégère, Col Cornu & Col de la Gliere. Learn about skining technique on the ascent to the Col de la Gliere
Day 7 Le Vallée Blanche. For many this is the highlight of the week - a descent of nearly 20km with over 2,800m of vertical.
Day 8 Following breakfast, we will depart for Geneva Airport to allow plenty of time for return flight connections.
Day 2 Les Grand Montets. A day to improve our on-piste and learn about off-piste technique
Day 3 Brévent-Flégère. Amazing views of the Mont Blanc massif as we continue to improve our off-piste style
Day 4 Le Tour. Last day of ski instruction, with feedback and advice.
Day 5 Les Grand Montets. Full day off-piste with our UIAGM guide. Focus on safety and avalanche awareness.
Day 6 Flégère, Col Cornu & Col de la Gliere. Learn about skining technique on the ascent to the Col de la Gliere
Day 7 Le Vallée Blanche. For many this is the highlight of the week - a descent of nearly 20km with over 2,800m of vertical.
Day 8 Following breakfast, we will depart for Geneva Airport to allow plenty of time for return flight connections.
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