Ski lesson during the low season

At ESi Val Cenis, group ski lessons for children allow young skiers to progress quickly in a fun, reassuring, and stimulating environment. Supervised by state-certified instructors, children develop their technique while enjoying skiing with peers of a similar level, thanks to a tailored teaching approach and small group sizes.

However, outside of school holiday periods, the resort is quieter, meaning we cannot always run group lessons for every level. Our team is here to help you find the best option for your child and your stay in Val Cenis.

About low-season ski lessons in Val Cenis

Group lessons last 2.5 hours per session. This format is ideal for balancing learning, practice time, and recovery. Spread across the week, the lessons provide the perfect conditions for children to progress at their own pace without becoming unnecessarily tired.

Group sizes are intentionally limited to 5 children, depending on the level, ensuring each instructor can devote time to every student. This setup fosters steady progress, personalized advice, and greater confidence on the slopes.

Short stays, limited availability—we have the perfect solution

Our 3-day group lessons can accommodate both your schedule and ours. These groups are limited to 5 participants and can be organized at any time outside of school holiday periods.

WE RECOMMEND CONTACTING US IN ADVANCE TO HELP US SCHEDULE THE LESSONS.

At ESi Val Cenis, we have you in mind with a schedule designed for your convenience:

“Zen” and staggered schedules to minimize time spent at the ski lifts:
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Morning lessons for children only. 2.5 hours x 6 days
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Afternoon lessons. 2.5 hours x 6 days

New!!

2.5-hour group lessons over 3 days, limited to 5 students.
(Sunday to Tuesday or Wednesday to Friday) outside of school holiday periods.

Please note!

ESi Val Cenis low-season ski lessons for children and adults depart exclusively from the school’s meeting point: Val Cenis Le Haut. As the Val Cenis resort comprises several villages, please check the location of your accommodation carefully before booking. If you are staying in Termignon or another part of the resort, allow enough time to drive to the lesson meeting point so you can arrive stress-free.

To make the most of the children’s group ski lessons at ESi Val Cenis, every student must be fully equipped before the session begins. Lessons do not include equipment rental or the ski pass. We therefore recommend preparing all necessary gear before you arrive, ensuring your child is ready to join their group under the best possible conditions.

Equipment needed for ski lessons in Val Cenis

• A ski pass suited to your child’s level;
• Skis adjusted by a professional;
• Ski boots that fit correctly;
• A helmet (highly recommended for safe skiing);
• Waterproof gloves or mittens;
• Ski goggles or sunglasses, depending on weather conditions;
• Sunscreen and lip balm—essential in the mountains, even on cloudy days.

Comfortable, well-fitting gear allows your child to ski in optimal conditions and fully enjoy every session with their instructor.

Group alpine skiing lesson rates start at €120 for a 3-day course (2.5 hours per day) with a maximum of 5 students during the low season.

Multiple groups for greater progress

Group ski lessons for children are organized into four skill levels to ensure that every young skier receives instruction tailored to their age, technique, and pace of progress. This structure fosters personalized teaching, allowing each child to develop their skills with confidence.

Additionally, at the end of their stay, children receive an ESi medal corresponding to the level they have achieved. When registering, simply indicate the level already attained—regardless of which ski school was attended previously—and our team will handle the level equivalencies.

If you would like to enjoy the slopes with your family in the morning, that is certainly possible. Afternoon group lessons are an excellent option for this, as children arrive feeling confident. They also benefit from their instructor’s guidance to round off the day, consolidating what they have learned through a variety of exercises tailored to their skill level.

Another welcome advantage is that the slopes are often less crowded in the afternoon, providing more pleasant conditions for learning and making progress.

Mouse (or Little Mouse) Group: Children under 6 who have never skied on open slopes
Stoat Group: Children who have earned the Bronze Mouse or International Crystal
Hare Group: Children who have earned the Bronze or Silver Crystal
Ibex Group: Children who have earned the Vermeil or Gold Crystal

Complimentary medal: For all weekly courses

Independence and safety are top priorities in all classes, starting right from the “Souris” (Mouse) level. So, don’t be surprised to see your little ones handling their own gear—for instance, when boarding a gondola. Similarly, knowing how to get back up on their own is a key safety skill; that is why it is important to address this from the very first levels.

If you need more information about our low-season ski lessons for children and adults, please feel free to contact us by phone at 0643498797 (in winter, after 5:30 PM; before that, we are out on the slopes)

Or by email (recommended) at contact@esi-valcenis.com