Snow trips · SKI LESSONS
An instructor is the difference between a day of falling and a week of skiing. These 15 lessons range from a shared two-hour group slot to a private morning in Zermatt, priced by hour with group sizes stated.
Meet PDS Snowsport at the Sunnegga station for a three-hour private lesson in Zermatt. Your instructor adapts the session to your level, from first turns to blue-run technique. Lessons are available in English, Russian, Italian, French, and Spanish.
“Oli was lovely and helpfull he even caried my ski gear when he saw me struggling with the thin air..”
Meet local guides at Tromsø Skistadion for a relaxed 2.5-hour cross-country ski lesson. You will learn the basics, practice on Tromsøya, stop for hot blackcurrant and a Norwegian snack, and ski scenic routes shaped for beginners. The lesson was developed with Olympic champion Erik Valnes, who does not normally guide the tour.
“This was so much fun! Our guides were really friendly and great teachers - by the end I felt like a competent cross country skier!”
Start near Tromsø city centre and ride about 10 minutes to a snowy trail for a three-hour beginner lesson. Instructors such as Thomas, Heli, Joana, and Lukas teach falling, standing, gliding, climbing, and stopping. Ski gear, transport, hot tea, and lefse are included.
“Was a fun, fantastic day & introduction to skiing. Joana Was an excellent guide/instructor. Very patient and friendly. Halfway through the activity, we stopped for some Solbærtee (blackcurrant tea) which was absolutely delicious. Dress for cold weather but you will get very hot as skiing can be quite physically demanding. Would definitely recommend 10/10”
Learn to ski in Borovets with a private English-speaking instructor for about two hours. Your coach adjusts the lesson to your level, helps you build confidence, and guides you toward suitable snow and shorter lift queues. Equipment and lift passes cost extra.
“I would like to give a huge shout out to Neil Burton of Hunters Ski School. Not only is he a fantastic instructor but a true gentleman. He showed great patience with our Autistic son Toby, he got him on skis and moving and gave him a sense of accomplishment. I can’t thank Neil enough for that and also helping me find my ski legs for the first time in 20 years. He was great craic, both my wife Nadine and my daughter Zoe improved with their skiing my daughter particularly gained huge self confidence. Shout out to Lexi for the beer and laughs (hope Pepe is alright when you…”
Book a private Alpine ski lesson in Livigno, with possible service in Bormio, for one to six people. Your instructor sets the meeting point by ability and adjusts the session to your level. Instructors include Matteo, Asia, Sandro, Christian, Elia, and others.
“Excellent ski instructors and Matteo and Biba was very helpful when we had some issues with our ski pass. Our instructors Asia, Vladimir(hope I spell it correctly), and Biba were experience , encouraging, patient and supportive!”
Meet at Lucerne station at 8:45 am for a private ski or snowboard lesson with an instructor such as Andrea. Transport to the resort is included by public bus and train. You get personal coaching, video correction, a lunch break, and a full day to build confidence on snow.
“Andrea was my instructor .. my husband and I had a great time .. extremely efficient and well arranged ski trip. Thank you Viator”
Meet your qualified Evolution Ski School instructor at Vispastrasse 32 for three hours of private coaching in Zermatt. You may work with instructors such as Maya, Vita, David, or Vebjørn, with guidance shaped to your level, from first turns to stronger piste technique. Equipment and the CHF85 lift pass are extra.
“Our ski lesson was fabulous! David was so patient with us, and was an excellent teacher!! It was our first lesson skiing, we now know how to hold ski properly, how to break, turn and do all the moves. By the end we could ski in our own! Would highly recommend. We felt very safe and David tailored the lesson to our needs. 5*s”
Meet at Charlottenlund Park for a 2.5-hour cross-country ski lesson developed with Olympic champion Erik Valnes. Guides including Hans, Filip, Simon, Jakob, and Johan teach beginners patiently, provide equipment and snacks, and adapt practice for more experienced skiers.
“Had no prior skiing experience so it was challenging but fun. The guides showed great care in checking in and wanting to help. Really appreciated their kindness especially on return in supporting me when returning.”
Meet Tiina or another English or Finnish-speaking instructor at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, collect skis and poles, then learn classic or freestyle technique on the local track. The 1.5-hour private or small-group lesson suits first-timers and skiers fixing specific problems.
“The guide (Tiina, i think) i had was a lovely lady, she was patient and understanding of me being hard of hearing, also what I learned? braking is hard 😅”
Meet your English-speaking ski instructor at Bayard’s Sunnegga base station for three hours of private coaching. You’ll work on control, turns, and technique, with instructors such as Michaela, Radka, Gioia, or Kristyna depending on availability.
“We had an amazing experience with Kristyna as our private ski instructor for 3 hours. Despite being total beginners, she helped us make significant progress. The session was incredibly fun and fulfilling overall. Highly recommend!”
Spend about seven hours skiing privately in Zermatt with a certified English-speaking instructor. Set your own goals, meet at your hotel, a café, or the Sunnegga lift, and work on technique, confidence, carving, or beginner skills. Lift passes and equipment cost extra.
“I loved skiing with Charles he always has very good jokes he always gives very very good advice so that we can get better at skiing he always takes us too the best places I hope that he is our teacher again.”
Meet your English-speaking ski instructor at the Bradul Ski Lift for a two-hour lesson in Poiana Brasov. Your private group of up to six receives level-appropriate coaching, equipment advice, a resort map, bottled water, and practical tips for exploring Brasov.
“Chilled friendly and patient teacher very good with children 100%recommended was our first time we loved it. Gonna go again soon”
Meet your English or French-speaking instructor at Les Planards, a 10-minute walk from central Chamonix, for three hours of private beginner instruction. Skis, clothing, and equipment are provided, but you must buy the adult 4-hour ski pass separately.
“Adoramos nossa professora de ski, divertida e prestativa , foi incrível ! 👏👏”
Spend about seven hours skiing Verbier with a private certified instructor from European Snowsport. Set goals for your group, from first turns to advanced terrain and mountain guiding. Instructors such as Martina, Jonas, Kate, Mattia, and JT have earned praise for patient teaching, local route advice, and family-friendly coaching.
“Our family had Jonas for the week in Verbier.”
Set personal ski goals with a certified European Snowsport instructor in Zermatt. Meet at Sunnegga, your hotel, a café, or a lift, then spend three hours working at your level. Past lessons have included beginners, young children, adaptive skiing, blue and red runs, and Glacier Paradise.
“Saartje provided my grandson with a wonderful time on the slopes of Zermatt. Building his confidence, teaching control with parallel and giving opportunities for fun on little off-piste runs and the Glacier Paradise. He loved going off with her in the mornings. She and my own instructor, Pietro, planned lessons so we could meet up and made our holiday logistics so much easier. A big thank you!”
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