Backcountry intro L1 is an introduction to the fine art of backcountry skiing. This 3 day program looks at technique and tactics to help you improve your skiing and deal with the changing terrain and snow conditions. Using the terrain to your advantage instead of fighting against it. Exploring Chamonix’s famous backcountry we’ll introduce you to some of its secret stashes and classic off-piste descents. The intro course is ideal for anyone coming off our All Mountain Courses, and is a great introduction to the equipment, techniques and tactics used in the backcountry. Mountain and avalanche safety becomes an integral part of backcountry skiing. This training comes as standard in this fun weekend of touring, hiking and adventure. Backcountry ski touring in Chamonix, Italy and Switzerland. BOOK NOW
Backcountry Intro L1 – The course:
Once on the slopes one of our team will run through a saftey breifing including how to use your avalanche safety equipment. The first day will be spent close to the resort skiing from the lifts and making the most of the amazing ‘Side-country’ Chamonix has to offer whilst refreshing your technique. The next two days will be spent skiing a mixture of lift acessed ‘Side-country’ and backcountry terrain from one of Chamonix’s famous resort stations. Depending on the weather and conditions we have a huge choice of skiing both in the Chamonix valley and the surounding resorts including Italy and Switzerland.
A typical backcountry skiing day out with Tinderbox Ski School would include lots of guided skiing, short technical sessions and plenty of time to go ski!
Your Guide:
Chris Fecher freeride pro skier, ski patroller, ski teacher and has been skiing in Chamonix for over two decades. Be guided to some fab skiing and improve with The Backcountry Ski School and Tinderbox Ski School Chamonix.
Chris Fecher freeride pro skier, ski patroller, ski teacher and has been skiing in Chamonix for over two decades. Be guided to some fab skiing and improve with The Backcountry Ski School and Tinderbox Ski School Chamonix.
Ability:
A good level of fitness and some off-piste skiing experience. The course is open to anyone who wants more off-piste experience and a technical top up.
A good level of fitness and some off-piste skiing experience. The course is open to anyone who wants more off-piste experience and a technical top up.
Backcountry Intro L1 – 3 day breakdown:
Day 1: Avalanche safety skills and skiing technique, route and terrain
Day 2: Off-piste skiing and ski touring technique, backcountry tour
Day 3: Backcountry touring day
Its important to get the most from our courses so we aim to run well matched ability groups, if your’re not to sure what course would suit you best please take a look at the ability guide or drop us a line.
Private BC days are always available, please call us with your details!
Check out our Avalanche safety course and Back Country Avalanche L2 course.
Private courses:
Have a small group of like minded people then we can run a course just for you. Enquire about private courses from 3 to 6 people.
Included:
3 days guiding and instruction from fully qualified British ski teacher or mountain guide
Not Included:
Lift Pass
Accommodation
Flights (Geneva)
Resort transfers
Skiing insurance
Skiing equipment
(Choose insurance cover including off-piste and ski touring)
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