Telemarking Private Ski Lessons & Instructors in Meribel — 3 of Our Favourites

The team live for skiing and riding in the mountains, and their passion for teaching shines through naturally. Using innovative techniques, their private ski and snowboard lessons are suitable for all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned skiers and riders.

Instructors are carefully chosen for their skills and personal qualities. They work hard to help every client maximise their learning while creating fun, enjoyable, and unforgettable experiences.

The team are qualified across many disciplines, including slalom, freestyle, freeride, ski touring, and telemark. Their fully certified professionals focus on your needs and goals, giving you the chance to progress at your own pace and achieve your personal objectives.

If you choose to go off-piste, you’ll learn expert techniques for skiing fresh powder, spring snow, or wind-packed terrain, depending on conditions. With extensive knowledge of the Three Valleys, the instructors can take you to the very best spots.

Whether you’re new to off-piste skiing or already experienced, they’ll know the right place to take you. They can also help organise any safety and ski equipment you might need.

Since its creation in 1945 by a group of instructors from the valley, this ski school has grown to become one of the largest in France. All 450 instructors are professionals, trained at the National School of Skiing and Alpinism in Chamonix. They have extensive knowledge of the Méribel and Three Valleys ski area and are passionate about sharing their love of skiing and the mountains. Whatever your level, age, or goals, skiing with them is sure to be a pleasure. English-speaking instructors are available to ensure there are no communication barriers.

Private ski lessons are available for all ages, including children from three years old. In a private lesson, you can explore the ski area at your own pace with an expert instructor. You will make rapid progress and quickly gain confidence, whether you choose alpine skiing, snowboarding, freestyle, telemark, off-piste, or cross-country skiing. Lessons are available for individuals or for groups of up to eight friends or family members of similar ability, making them ideal for those who want to fast-track their skills.

The exact pricing depends on the size of your group (eight people maximum for regular ski lessons or up to six for off-piste) and the dates you'll be skiing.

What's the cherry on the cake? All FT Outdoors clients benefit from lift priority which means a lot more skiing without any waiting around.

FT Outdoors offer lessons for all levels and all ages, whether you are a complete beginner or a confident skier with a few tricks up your sleeve. Choose the time of day that suits you best and your personal coach will build your confidence, help improve your technique, and take you to the best slopes for your level and to find the nicest snow.

You don't have to worry about any communication barriers, FT Outdoors have some British instructors and the others speak good English as well as instructors who speak Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and German. You won't be waiting around in lift queues either, clients have the fantastic advantage of lift line priority.

When teaching children, their aim is to make skiing as fun as possible, pretty much the same as playing a game. They help kids understand that like even the simplest games there are always rules that must be respected, especially when their safety depends on it!

Adults will be able to build their confidence much quicker than in group lessons as the lesson is planned and run exactly to meet their needs and level. They will help you improve your technique, making skiing easier and more enjoyable. Full day lessons are highly recommended to see a real difference in your ability.

FT Outdoors also offer:

• Snowboard coaching
• Ski safari (Multiple ski areas in the same holiday)
• Freeride and freestyle lessons - Learn to rip!
• Cross country lessons
• Ski touring
• Heli skiing
• Snow shoe tours
• A choice of après-ski activities in Courchevel
• Every Friday: Savoyard dinner followed by a torchlit descent