As a client of Alpine Answers you will receive preferential service at the ski schools listed. We recommend when enquiring with a ski school that you mention our name.
Ski or boarding lessons are a key part of any ski holiday, so choosing the right option matters. Whether you are a beginner, an intermediate skier looking to improve, someone keen to try off-piste for the first time, or an advanced skier wanting a private guide, there are lessons to suit every level and goal.
Group lessons let you learn with skiers of a similar ability over a few mornings or afternoons, while private lessons offer one-to-one coaching focused on your technique for faster progress.
If you are new to a particular resort, hiring a private guide on your first day is recommended to get your bearings and discover the best that the resort has to offer. Please do note that lessons and guides are in very high demand during the peak weeks of the season, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
We partner with some of the best ski schools across the Alps and highly recommend their services. Read more about them below.
Don’t forget we are here to help if you have any questions or need further advice.
New Generation
Covering 18 of the best ski resorts in the Alps New Generation focus on delivering a highly personalised service tailored to each guest’s goals, aims, and ambitions. Having started in 1998 New Generation are renowned for their passion and fun lessons for all abilities.
Resort list
Austria: Lech and St Anton
France: Avoriaz, Morzine, Les Gets, Couchevel Moriond, Courchevel 1850, La Tania, Meribel, St Martin de Belleville, Val Thorens, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peisey Vallandry, Tignes and Val d’Isere.
Switzerland: Verbier
New Generation Ski School - book here
Oxyski
Started by two brothers in 1992 Oxyski (formerly known as Oxygene) have gone from strength to strength and now operate in many of the top French ski resorts. This is a family friendly ski school who we know will look after your children well. However, they also offer adult group lessons and come highly recommended for their value for money.
Resort list
France: Plagne Centre & Belle Plagne, Meribel, Val d'Isere, Courchevel, Val Thorens & Reberty, Tignes, Megeve, Serre Chevalier, La Rosiere, Chamonix and Le Grand Bornand.
Maison Sport
Maison Sport originally set up in 2016 as a one stop platform enabling skiers and snowboarders to find a private mountain guide or instructor in practically any resort in the Alps. No matter what your level you can find a suitable solution - whether for one-to-one lessons, a small group wanting a private instructor, or if you are looking for a qualified off-piste guide to explore back country terrain.
Although the above are especially recommended we also feature details of other ski schools in many other resorts. Please select from the drop-down list to find your resort.
