Off Piste Perfection - Dolomites

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Introduction

A week with local expert and Mountain Guide, Francesco Tremolada. This week differs from our Dolomites - Freeride as it involves more skinning to access some of the classic gully lines found amongst the Sella Group, Lagazuoi, Marmolada and other areas reached from your base in Covara. It is therefore more suited to ski tourers who would like a week to focus on their skiing technique. Francesco is a guide, rather than an instructor, though he will give you some tips, which he does well.

You're accommdated all week in the excellent 3-star Villa Tony, right in the middle of Covara, just 100m from the lifts.

You will use skins on several days, so you will need skis with a touring binding.

Get ready for the season with our Off Piste Skiing tips article »

Course base: Villa Eden, Corvara in Badia.

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Course Structure

On our Off Piste Perfection course, you can expect to be working on skills whilst making big and varied off piste descents throughout the week. 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:	Off piste skills instruction 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.

Pre-Course Skiing Ability

Grade: 10B [ Ski Grading ]
The course is designed for intermediate to advanced off piste skiers who are able to ski efficiently and in control on all snow types. You will use skins on several days and we will offer all the tips for easy uphill travel if this is new to you. As this week may involve sections of uphill skinning/walking a good level of fitness will allow you to enjoy the descents and improve your skiing further.

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.

• We are offering an Avalanche Course - AIARE Level 1 in Chamonix during December.

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

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

What the price does not include

• Travel to/from Corvara in Badia
• Lunch
• Ski passes
• Skis, boots and equipment hire
• Avalanche Safety Gear (digital transceiver, metal shovel, 240cm + avalanche probe)
• Any costs associated with travelling outside of the Dolomites during the week
• Travel Insurance
• Tips

Photos & Videos

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• Jagged Globe Off Piste Perfection - March 2007

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Travel & Venue

Fly to Innsbruck, then airport transfer or train/bus to Corvara in Badia (4 hrs).

Valley accommodation is in the 3-star Villa Eden. 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.