Off Piste Improvers - TignesDuration 8 Days » Grade Intermediate
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Looking to further improve your off piste skiing technique? Due to its high altitude, Tignes has more reliable snow conditions than many other resorts. It boasts an efficient lift system and over 300Km of pistes, which gives us quick access to the renowned off piste skiing of the Espace Killy from our chalet in Tigne Les Brevieres. If conditions allow, we may be able to attempt the Tarentaise Tour, an off piste circuit linking the resorts of Tignes, La Plagne and Les Arcs in one long and memorable day. The course is suitable for those who have some off piste experience (at least 1 week) or have completed an Off Piste Introduction course. As with the Off Piste Introduction course, the skiing will be mainly lift-accessed, though we may do some walking. A Food and Drink package is available for this course - cost £150 (inc 7 evening meals, breakfasts and wine/beer) "The food every day was absolutely out of this world and a great deal of time and effort was spent by Lisa to ensure it was well beyond everyone's expecations" MO, Off Piste Improvers, Jan '10 Get ready for the season with our Off Piste Skiing tips article.
Grade: Intermediate (See below for pre-course skiing ability)
Course StructureCourses are instructed at a maximum ratio of 1:6 and include 6 full days of instruction. Most days comprise technical sessions on or off the pistes, along with plenty of practice time to put these skills into action. As the course progresses, we take longer descents taking more of the day. Course schedules are subject to change depending on weather and snow conditions.
Outline Programme
Pre-Course Skiing AbilityThe Off Piste Improvers - Tignes course is designed for those who have some off-piste experience (at least 1 week) or have completed a Off Piste Beginners course. As with the Off Piste Beginners course, the skiing will be mainly lift-accessed, though we may do some walking. A good level of fitness will allow you to enjoy full days of skiing and enable the best progress of your skiing. For a detailed overview of our ski grading, and the level you should be skiing at to join this course... [read more]
Avalanche Awareness and RiskAs soon as we head off-piste we need to be aware of avalanche risks, although some areas close to the resort may be controlled. Yours 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.
Further InformationFind out more about our coaches, the skiing venues, transport and accommodation, equipment, insurance and course inclusions and exclusions... [read more] |
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