Ski and Snowboard School

CHAMONIX

In Chamonix we work with the three main ski schools: Evolution 2, ESF and All Mountain Performance

We are also the preferred accommodation provider for the advanced snowboard school Mcnab Snowsports

Full details about these companies can be seen below or on the links above.

Evolution 2

“The best European Ski school” (Golden Awards from Good Skiing and Snowboarding Guide 2001)

Explore the Chamonix valley with ski lessons, snowboarding lessons, dog sledging, off piste skiing, Vallee Blanche and many other activities only available in the shadow of Mont Blanc...

Evolution 2 is an award winning ski school that is fast becoming one of the most respected in the French Alps. They offer a personal approach to learning and their prorities are simple :

- very small groups,
- English speaking instructors who are specialists in their field and most importantly the emphasis is on real progression and FUN.

	Lessons to suit your needs with prority use of ski lifts. Private lessons offer you the opportunity to tailor your time. You set the objectives and our instructors will help you to achieve them. They are also perfect if you’re not keen on group lessons or maybe you prefer being guided around the mountain whilst getting some technical advice and priority in the lift queues.
When ? Every day from december to may, from 9am to 5pm (depending on the avaibility).	Type of lessons Ski Snowboard Telemark
	Options Half day (4 hours) Full day (8 hours) Ski levels All levels, from the beginner ski lesson to the off piste or free style lesson.

Number of people per ski instructor

From 1 to 6 people per ski instructor.

Private Lessons
2 hours, 1 to 2 people	£100
2 hours, 3 to 6 people	£120
3 hours, 1 to 2 people	£148
3 hours, 3 to 6 people	£167
Half Day, 1 to 2 people / 4 hours	£185
Half Day, 3 to 6 people / 4 hours	£205
Full Day, 1 to 2 people	£335
Full Day, 3 to 6 people	£360

SKI SCHOOL

We provide a personalised approach and small groups (8 max), Guaranteeing a real check-up of your technique and fast progress...
Maximum 6 people for all Foundation Courses

Technical Courses – SKI & SNOWBOARD
SKI SCHOOL
Beginner: 3 to 6 people / 3 sessions of 3 hours Intermediate - Advanced : 4 to 8 people / 5 sessions of 2.5 hours	£130 £170

SNOWBOARD SCHOOL
Beginner: 3 to 6 people / 3 sessions of 3 hours Intermediate - Advanced: 4 to 8 people / 5 sessions of 2.5 hours	£130 £170
OFF PISTE SCHOOL
One of our specialties: put yourself in the professional hands of an Evolution 2 Mountain Guide or Ski Instructor who knows the area intimately. ARVA and harness provided.

COURSES AND SESSIONS - OFF PISTE
Vallee Blanche-join a group
	Join a group of 4 to 8 people to discover the best of this breathtaking off piste run When ? Every day from december to may (when snow and glacier conditions allow it).
Groups Groups from 4 to 8 people (might have to be smaller, depending on the conditions). Meeting point Meet your Evolution 2 guide at the bottom of the Aiguille du midi cable car, in the morning (the time will be confirmed the day before). Equipement provided Tranceiver and harness. Do not forget Skis, poles, ski shoes, warm clothes, gloves, ski pass (Aiguille du midi + Montenvers), pic-nic lunch, backpack. Cost Ask in Resort.
Vallee Blanche in private
	A must do in chamonix during winter. Enjoy this famous off piste run and the breathtaking scenery with one of our Evolution 2 high mountain guides. 1 full day
We take a full day to really enjoy this amazing descent, stopping for lunch in the midst of spectacular scenery picnicking on the glacier or stopping off at a charming mountain refuge. If snow conditions allow we will ski all the way back to Chamonix, otherwise taking the famous Montenvers train back to the valley. The priority will be on finding the best snow and skiing possible, but with plenty of time to take in the fantastic scenery. Book a private guide and enjoy your full day, why not skiing the Vallee Blanche 2 times ? When Every day from december to april (when conditions allow it). Meeting point Meet your Evolution 2 high mountain guide at the bottom of the Aiguille du midi cable car, in the morning (the time will be confirmed the day before). Do not forget Skis, ski shoes, poles, warm clothes, ski pass, sun glasses. Ski level required Have an experience of off piste. Cost Variable - available upon request.
Vallee Blanche Full moon trip
	Enjoy the amazing experience of skiing the Vallee Blanche with full moon ! Evening meal in a refuge and descent of the Vallee Blanche. One day per month, take the Aiguille du Midi cable car and eat in a refuge in high mountain to wait the best light in the Vallee. And let's go for an amazing descent in the night !
Groups Groups from 4 to 8 people per guide (could be smaller, depending on the conditions) Meeting point Meet your Evolution 2 high mountain guide at the bottom of the Aiguille du midi cable car, at the end of the afternoon (the exact time will be confirmed the day before). Equipement provided Tranceiver and harness Do not forget Skis, poles, ski shoes, warm clothes, gloves, ski pass, backpack, sport shoes. Cost Variable - available upon request.
Off piste Clinic
	An off piste training for beginners or advanced off piste skiers. Half day An half day off piste training for people who want to enhance their skills and knowledge in small groups.
Dates On mondays and thursdays, from december to april, in the morning or in the afternoon Length of the session Half day of 4 hours, from 9am to 1pm or from 1pm to 5pm. Groups Groups from 3 to 6 people per guide Equipement provided Tranceiver and harness Do not forget Skis, helmet Cost Variable - available upon request.
Adrenaline Session
	Vast, steep slopes with 4 metre wide couloirs, ski in places normally the domain of mountaineers and alpinists. 1 full day off piste Chamonix has some of the best steep skiing in the Alp. A day of technique and safety skills for riding steeps, to go beyond 30°. For good off piste skiers and snowboarders.
Dates Every tuesday and friday, from december to april Length 1 full day, from 9am to 5pm Groups Groups from 3 to 6 people per guide Who? Good off piste skier or snowboarder Equipement provided Tranceiver and harness Do not forget Skis, helmet, picnic lunch Cost Variable - available upon request.
Chamonix Tour
	A complete tour of the Chamonix valley. Make the most of the best snow conditions and explore steep terrain, slopes up to 40º. 1 day Flégère/Brévent, 1 day Grands Montets, 1 day Vallée Blanche. Cost Variable - available upon request.
Evolution 2 - 36 allée Savoy - 74400 Chamonix - Tel: 04 50 55 90 22 / Fax: 04 50 5591 33 - email: planning@evolution2.com