Ski school

WHO IS THE SNOW SCHOOL FOR?

From the smallest to the oldest, from beginner to more advanced, the instructors will be able to develop everyone’s skills in order to optimize their performance on different terrains and in various snow conditions.

WHETHER FOR:

  • introduction to skiing
  • improve yourself
  • slide down the slopes with more ease
  • boost your performance
  • find the full potential of your equipment
  • optimize your edging
  • descend in harmony with the moguls 
  • float on powder snow

Our mission this winter: to provide you with a thrilling experience on the mountain, at all levels!

Claude Fontaine
director of the ski school and his entire team of instructors

Private lesson (1 hour) :

One person

77$

Additional person

31$

With the purchase of one hour of private lesson, get a 50% discount coupon applicable on the purchase of a daily ticket at regular price.

In order to have your lesson at the time of your choice, it is best to book in advance.

6-hour block :

One person

345$

Additional person

95$

Ideal formula to significantly improve your technique. You use your lesson hours as you wish in agreement with your instructor. In addition, these courses are transferable. They are not necessarily assigned to the same person. Free high-performance skis with the purchase of a 6-hour block, for the duration of the lesson. Details at the ski school office.

 

IMPORTANT

Cancellation of the lesson at the latest 24 hours in advance, otherwise a 25% fee will be charged to the credit card

 

Group lessons: from the age of 4

Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ideal formula for young people wanting:

  • Gain confidence and independence
  • Automate the skills needed to hit the slopes in all situations
  • Learn to descend a slalom course
  • Prepare adequately to perhaps join the ranks of the competition club

Pre-requisites: descend a green run without help (Ex: trail Simard or trail 16)

18 hours

381$

Possibility to rent equipment (skis, boots, poles) for the season at a rate of $90, plus taxes. Information at the ski school office and at the Sports Experts boutique, 418 673-3459

The young academy

Here we go into TURBO mode. For young people who want to continue their technical development in all snow conditions and all types of terrain, without having to participate in regional competitions. Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

18 hours

381$

INI-SKI pass

Introducing to skiing  : 

100$ per person

INCLUDING

  • One hour group lesson
  • A lift ticket (beginner’s slopes or conveyor belt)
  • Full equipment for the day

The ideal way to tame the pleasures of snow with certified instructors.

*First register for the ski school 24 hours in advance.

ADULT GROUP LESSONS

This ski lesson is for adults wishing to improve their skiing technique at all levels. Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lessons given by a level 3 instructor.

18 hours

381$

Sliding sports involve certain risks, wearing a helmet is strongly recommended. The ski school instructors are recognized by the CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance)

Snowboarding lessons

Snowboard lessons are offered by L’école de Snowboard Saguenay, to register you must contact the ESS or BOOK ONLINE

Headquarter

The first steps towards snowboarding in our exclusive beginner’s slope. Learn to slide and know the basics to be able to go on the mountain. No prerequisites. Day ticket not required to access HQ.

Initiation

Basic slalom and braking techniques. We will learn to direct ourselves and acquire autonomy on a beginner’s ground. Single or session lessons. Prerequisites for session courses: take an introductory unit course. Daily ticket not included.

FREESTYLE

Level 1: Develop freestyle skills. Jump and slide on basic modules. Acquire beginner maneuvers. Prerequisites: be able to do your slalom. Daily ticket not included.

Level 2: Development of different tricks on obstacles of different levels. Prerequisites: be introduced to freestyle. Daily ticket not included.

FREERIDE

Level 1: Development of basic freeriding skills. Powder snow, slalom and glades will be there. Prerequisites: be able to do your slalom. Daily ticket not included.

Level 2: Pick up the pace in different terrains and improve our downhill techniques (switch and carving). Pre-requisite: initiated to switch and carving. Daily ticket not included.