COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this course we will learn the basic skills needed to move safely over snowy terrain while carrying out a mountain ski activity.
Aprenderemos how to correctly plan a route, acquire all the knowledge needed to carry out an avalanche rescue, and understand how to move through the terrain depending on the different snow conditions.
We will also cover the basic equipment we need to carry, how to perform direction changes (converging turn, kick turn…), and the different descent techniques, as well as the necessary strategies.
LOCATION: Benasque Valley
DURATION: 2 days
DATES: December to april
GROUPS: Up to 6 participants
PRICE: From 150 €
COURSE PROGRAMME
Day 1:
A theoretical and practical day where we will learn about route planning, basic equipment, avalanche rescue, safe movement on snow, and direction changes.
Day 2:
A theoretical and practical day where we will follow a guided route and cover descent techniques and descent strategies.
CONTENT COVERED
Route planning (avalanche bulletin, maps…)
Basic equipment
Avalanche rescue
Safe movement on snowy terrain
Direction changes (converging turn, kick turn…)
Descent strategy
Descent techniques
Guided route
WHO IS THIS FOR?
The mountain skiing course is aimed at people with an intermediate to advanced on‑piste skiing level who want to start doing activities outside ski resorts.
RATES
OPEN GROUP:
from €150
PRIVATE GROUP:
on request
Included
Certified High Mountain Guide (Qualified Mountain Instructor)
Collective equipment (ropes, snow pickets, quickdraws…)
Personal technical equipment (helmet, ice axe, crampons, harness…)
Technical guidance before and during the activities
Civil Liability and Accident Insurance
Not included
Transport
Meals
Accommodation
Personal equipment (backpack, mountaineering boots, technical clothing…)
Everything not listed in the Included section
DO YOU STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? DO YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with me, I’ll help you with anything you need. You can call me, send me a WhatsApp, email me, or write to me through the contact form.
