Off Piste Improvers - Grimentz

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Introduction

Looking to further improve your off piste skiing technique? The Off Piste Improvers course is all about mileage and making the most of the conditions, whether it is fluffy powder or more challenging snow.

You can expect the instruction to be flexible, dealing with what comes up either in the snow, or with your skiing. We'll pull over onto to easier snow where needed to work on skills and to dial in those techniques. Overall, the aim of the week is to improve and refine your off piste skiing technique by covering as much ground as possible. The Val d'Anniviers offers superb off piste terrain and guaranteed fresh tracks. You are based in Grimentz, just 15 miles from Verbier as the crow flies and scheduled to be linked with Zinal by a cable car.

Course base Grimentz, Switzerland

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Course Structure

Courses are instructed at a maximum ratio of 1:6 and include 6 full days of instruction. Most days comprise technical sessions, along with plenty of practice time to put these skills into action. As the course progresses, you take longer off piste descents taking more of the day. Course schedules are subject to change depending on weather and snow conditions.

Outline Programme

Day 1:	Course participants meet at the course base at 7pm. Briefing on the week's activities in the evening.
Day 2:	An introduction to the basics of off piste technique and the essential safety aspects.
Day 3-7:	Intensive off piste instruction and ski workshops. Be prepared to have a lot of fun and to work hard. Depart after skiing on Friday.

Pre-Course Skiing Ability

Grade: 9A [ Ski Grading ]
The Off Piste Improvers course is designed for those who have some off piste experience (at least 1 week) or those who have completed our Off Piste Introduction course. The skiing will be mainly lift-accessed, though you may do some walking. A good level of fitness will allow you to enjoy full days of skiing and enable you to progress.

Avalanche Awareness and Risk

As soon as you head off piste, you need to be aware of avalanche risks, although some areas close to the resort may be controlled. Your coaches/guides are all well versed in avalanche avoidance and will educate you in safety matters and rescue procedures. However, by its very nature, off piste skiing is a risky business, not just because of avalanche danger, but also from the danger posed by hidden rocks, streams, small cliffs or tree branches, not to mention other skiers.

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Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the ski or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

What the price includes

• 6 nights hotel accommodation in Grimentz on a twin-sharing, half-board basis
• 6 days ski instruction (including all the Instructor's fees and expenses). Ratio 1:6 maximum

What the price does not include

• Travel to/from Grimentz
• Lunch
• 6 day Grimentz-Zinal Ski pass
• Skis, boots and equipment hire
• Avalanche Safety Gear (digital transceiver, metal shovel, 240cm + avalanche probe)
• Any costs associated with travelling outside of the Val d'Anniviers during the week
• Travel Insurance
• Tips

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• Off Piste Improvers - March 2007

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Team Member Reviews

• ‘Excellent instructor, dealt well with challenging snow conditions. Dealt with differnt levels of skiing within the participants as well. SB’ Off Piste Improvers - Grimentz, March 2014

Travel & Venue

Fly to Geneva (alternatively, Zurich, Basel or Milan). Train/bus to Grimentz via Sierre (approximately 3 hours 15 minutes). Plan your journey: www.sbb.ch.

Valley accommodation is in the 2-star Hotel Moiry. The accommodation is provided on a twin-share, half-board basis. A single room supplement is payable should you want to have a room to yourself.