Swiss Ski School
Junior group courses
The perfect ski course!
Our group ski lessons for children and teenagers are the perfect opportunity for young skiers to develop their skills while having fun. Our qualified instructors follow the official Swiss Snow League levels to ensure structured progression.
| Age | from age 5 |
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| Course duration | 2 hours |
| Dates | pack of 5 lessons during school vacations (Christmas and Carnival) pack of 3 lessons on Wednesday afternoons, Saturday mornings or Sunday mornings |
| Prices | CHF 130 for 3 classes, CHF 180 for 5 classes, hot drink and snack included |
Levels
If the instructor notices that the level of the course is not suitable for your child (too advanced or too easy), he/she will be moved to a group with a more suitable level. Our group lessons take place at the same times, so you won't need to make any organizational changes on your part.
If you're not sure about your child's level, it's best to enroll him/her in the level below. It's more motivating to move your child up a level than to have to move them to a less advanced group.
We offer group lessons based on the levels of the Swiss Federation of Ski Schools (Swiss Snowsports). The information and videos below will help you determine your child's level.
Beginner
For children aged 5 and over
This course is designed for children aged 6 and over who have never skied or skied very little.
| Course objective: |
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| Information on skis and snow. Walking, turning and climbing with skis. Gliding down the slope with skis. First change of direction from the slope line. |
As soon as the child knows how to brake with a snowplough and take the plate, we'll automatically integrate him/her into the Prince/Princesse bleu course.
For children aged 3 to 5, we offer group courses at Snow Garden.
Blue League Ski
For children who already know a thing or two about skiing
Please note: in this level, children must already know how to ski. Any child registered for this level who has never skied before will have to be moved to another group, with no guarantee of a place in the lower levels.
Prince/Princess blue
The child knows how to glide down the line of slopes on skis.
| Course objective : |
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| Equipment information Stair climbing and scissor climbing Gliding and braking with snowplough Gliding with skis parallel with steps and tricks Turning snowplough |
Roi/Pure Bleu(e)
The child masters the turning snowplough.
| Course objective: |
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| Information on the use of lifts Downhill traverses and tricks Side-slipping Skiing easy bumps and jumps with parallel skis Snowplough turns on easy blue runs |
Blue Star
The child masters the snowplough turn.
| Course objective: |
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| Information on how to behave on the slopes (FIS rules) Turning in a forest of mini-pegs and a course Skiing in hollows and bumps Skiing in switch with skis in a "V" and changing direction Snowplough turn on a varied blue slope |
Red League Ski
For children who have already mastered the snowplough turn
Prince / Princess red
The child masters the snowplough turn on a red runway.
| Course objective : |
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| Warm-up information Parallel braking Turning step on easy track Waltz Skidded parallel turn |
King/Queen red
The child masters the skidded parallel turn.
| Course objective: |
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| Information on snowpark behaviour Short turns on easy slopes No skating on the flat Basic Air (Small Kicker) Parallel turns with different radii |
STAR ROUGE
The child masters parallel turns with different radii.
| Course objective: |
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| Information on nature, the forest and the environment Parallel turns in a picket lane and a course Skidded parallel turns in "switch" Turn on a ski on easy slopes Short turns on medium-difficulty slopes |
Book a course
Book in just a few clicks on our Boukii platform. Create an account on our platform, first select the period you're interested in, then choose the level.
Informations
Why this course?
Our group lessons are adapted to different age groups and skill levels. Children and teenagers will learn to master the slopes, perfect their technique and gain confidence in a social and stimulating environment. Swiss League levels allow for an accurate assessment of their skills, and our courses are designed to help them achieve their goals in a progressive way.
Give your child the chance to get acquainted with the exciting world of skiing by joining our group courses. They'll experience the thrill of learning to ski, while creating unforgettable memories with other young ski enthusiasts.
You can book a lesson directly on our Boukii platform.
Course dates
5-day package during school vacations
| Christmas vacations | - from Monday 23 to Saturday 28 December 2024, morning classes (no classes on 25 December) - from Monday 30 December to Saturday 4 January 2025, morning classes (no classes on 1 January 2025) |
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| Carnival vacations | - from Monday 17 February to Friday 21 February 2025, morning classes - from Monday 24 February to Friday 28 February 2025, morning classes - from Monday 3 March to Friday 7 March 2025, morning classes |
3-day package
| Wednesday afternoons | - 8 January, 15 January, 22 January (reserved date in case of cancellation: 29 January) - 5 February, 12 February, 19 February (backup date in the event of cancellation: 26 February) |
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| Saturday mornings | - 11 January, 18 January, 25 January (reserved date in case of cancellation: 1 February) - 8 February, 15 February, 22 February (reserved date in the event of cancellation: 1 March) |
| Sunday mornings | - 12 January, 19 January, 26 January (reserved date in case of cancellation: 2 February) - 9 February, 16 February, 23 February (reserved date in the event of cancellation: 2 March) |
Opening hours
At the start of each lesson, please report to the welcome center at the foot of the gondola to validate attendance and receive a gown. The instructor won't wait, so please be punctual!
morning
During school vacations and weekends
| 09h10 | meet at the bottom of the gondola, where the children will be picked up by the instructor |
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| 09h45 | start of lesson |
| 11h45 | course ends at top of gondola* |
Afternoon
Wednesdays from 8 January to 5 March 2025
| 13h45 | meet at the top of the gondola, where the children will be picked up by the instructor |
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| 14h00 | start of lesson |
| 16h00 | course ends at top of gondola* |
*Up to the age of 8, children must be brought by an adult to the meeting point and picked up at the top of the gondola at the end of the course. Children aged 6 and over may take the gondola on their own only with the explicit authorization of a parent (to be given at the welcome center). One adult per family is entitled to a free return ticket to accompany a child under 8.
Prices
hot drink and snack included
| 3 courses | CHF 130.00 |
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| 5 lessons | CHF 180.00 |
- It is possible to take part in only part of the group lessons package, but only the lessons at the beginning of the series. This avoids too great a difference in level between students, and ensures that the instructor can meet the learning objectives for the full duration of the package.
- Prices are for a 2-hour lesson and do not include the lift pass.
- Registration is online via our Boukii platform.
Ski PASS Tickets
- To facilitate organisation on the first day of the course, the gondola ticket must now be purchased when booking the course, unless the child is a Magic Pass holder.
- Swiss ski school students benefit from a special rate of CHF 13 per session for access to the ski lifts for the duration of the course.
- If your child wishes to ski after the course, a supplement of CHF 10.00 can be purchased at the reception desk at the top of the gondola on presentation of the ticket.
Hardware
We look forward to seeing you with your equipment on the day of the course!
Mandatory equipment :
- Ski suit
- Gloves
- Helmet
- Goggles
- Skis and poles
The Charmey Sports store in the center of the village offers ski rentals. Check out their website.
Tips for parents
- A few days before the course, explain to your child that he or she will be attending a course with other children and an instructor, so that he or she can prepare.
- Remember to dress your child for the weather. We remind you that a ski suit, gloves, helmet and goggles are mandatory. And don't forget the sun cream!
- We count on you to be on time, both at the beginning and at the end of the course.
- We ask you not to follow the class so that your child is not distracted and can concentrate on the exercises.
- The aim is for your child to enjoy the class and progress at his/her own pace. Learning must remain a pleasure!
Do you still have questions?
Contact
| Telephone (daily 9:00am to 4:45pm) | +41 (0)26 927 55 25 |
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| ess@charmey.ch | |
| School Director | Jean-François Repond |
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