Learn how to ski: 3 Resorts, 3 Saturdays, 1 Coach
You live in Switzerland and you don’t ski? It’s time to learn! Kick off your skiing journey with this unique 3-week beginner course, designed for those looking to learn the basics while exploring different ski resorts.
Over 3 consecutive Saturdays, you'll experience 3 beginner-friendly ski resorts near Zurich, all under the guidance of the same ski coach. This course offers more than just skiing, it's an adventure where each week you can build confidence in a fresh new environment. Why settle for one resort when you can discover 3?
This course is led by Nela Djordjevic, certified ski coach.
What's the plan?
Saturday 18 January - Hoch-Ybrig
Meet Nela at Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen at 09:30. From there, you will take the cable car up to Seebliboden, where the first part of the course will take place in the beginners’ area. You will focus on learning the essentials: how to turn, brake, and position yourself on the slopes.
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/ybrig/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 07:43 - 09:10 Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen (via Wädenswil and Einsiedeln)
- Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen 16:45 - 18:17 Zurich HB (via Einsiedeln and Wädenswil) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Hoch-Ybrig Weglosen
Saturday 25 January - Flumserberg
Meet Nela at Flumserberg Tannenboden at 10:00. You will have the beginner ticket, which gives you access to all T-bars (D sector) and the chairlift to Chrüz. This should be perfect to practice the skills learned the week before on some blue slopes!
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/flumserberg/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 08:12 - 09:10 Unterterzen, and cable car from Unterterzen (Talstation) to Flumserberg Tannenboden
- Flumserberg Tannenboden 16:30 - 18: 22 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Flumserberg Tannenboden.
Saturday 1 February - Pizol
Meet Nela at Pizolbahn Wangs at 09:30 for the final day of this course. You will receive a full ski pass, giving you access to the entire resort, where you can explore and enjoy the many long blue slopes, and improve your technique even more!
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/pizol/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 08:07 - 09:16 Wangs, Pizolbahn (via Sargans)
- Wangs, Pizolbahn 16:16 - 17:48 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Wangs.
Please plan to arrive earlier if you need to rent ski equipment, as the queues at the resorts can be long on Saturdays.
Requirements
This course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn the basics of skiing and discover local ski resorts.
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).
Please refer to the Event Description page.
Kit list
- Ski clothes
- Ski equipment (skis, ski boots, ski poles, helmet)
- Water and snacks
Pricing
The price for this 3-course series is CHF 500 (or CHF 475 for students).
Included in price
- 3 full days of ski lessons, in a small group (max. 6 participants), with a certified ski coach following up from one week to the other
- Ski passes needed for the course in all 3 ski resorts
Not included in price
- Transport to/from the ski resorts
- Ski equipment
- Lunches and drinks
Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 6 participants
By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.
What's the plan?
Saturday 18 January - Hoch-Ybrig
Meet Nela at Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen at 09:30. From there, you will take the cable car up to Seebliboden, where the first part of the course will take place in the beginners’ area. You will focus on learning the essentials: how to turn, brake, and position yourself on the slopes.
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/ybrig/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 07:43 - 09:10 Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen (via Wädenswil and Einsiedeln)
- Hoch-Ybrig, Talstation Weglosen 16:45 - 18:17 Zurich HB (via Einsiedeln and Wädenswil) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Hoch-Ybrig Weglosen
Saturday 25 January - Flumserberg
Meet Nela at Flumserberg Tannenboden at 10:00. You will have the beginner ticket, which gives you access to all T-bars (D sector) and the chairlift to Chrüz. This should be perfect to practice the skills learned the week before on some blue slopes!
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/flumserberg/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 08:12 - 09:10 Unterterzen, and cable car from Unterterzen (Talstation) to Flumserberg Tannenboden
- Flumserberg Tannenboden 16:30 - 18: 22 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Flumserberg Tannenboden.
Saturday 1 February - Pizol
Meet Nela at Pizolbahn Wangs at 09:30 for the final day of this course. You will receive a full ski pass, giving you access to the entire resort, where you can explore and enjoy the many long blue slopes, and improve your technique even more!
Ski map of the area: https://www.bergfex.ch/pizol/
If you are traveling from Zurich by public transport, we recommend you take the following:
- Zurich HB 08:07 - 09:16 Wangs, Pizolbahn (via Sargans)
- Wangs, Pizolbahn 16:16 - 17:48 Zurich HB (via Sargans) - depending on the time the course finishes
If you are traveling by car, you can park at Wangs.
Please plan to arrive earlier if you need to rent ski equipment, as the queues at the resorts can be long on Saturdays.
Requirements
This course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn the basics of skiing and discover local ski resorts.
Insurance
It is the participant's responsibility to get health and accident insurances that cover mountain rescue, including extreme sports. Becoming a Rega patron is highly recommended (CHF 40 per year only for emergency medical assistance from the air).
Please refer to the Event Description page.
Kit list
- Ski clothes
- Ski equipment (skis, ski boots, ski poles, helmet)
- Water and snacks
Pricing
The price for this 3-course series is CHF 500 (or CHF 475 for students).
Included in price
- 3 full days of ski lessons, in a small group (max. 6 participants), with a certified ski coach following up from one week to the other
- Ski passes needed for the course in all 3 ski resorts
Not included in price
- Transport to/from the ski resorts
- Ski equipment
- Lunches and drinks
Group size
Min. 4 / Max. 6 participants
By signing up for this event, you agree that you have read, understood and will adhere to our Terms and Conditions.
