FROM
90 €
per person
Ski touring course
Ski touring course
Ski touring course
Our ski touring course in Slovenia is the perfect way to take your skiing beyond the resort slopes. If you’ve ever dreamed of fresh tracks in untouched snow and the freedom of the mountains, this course is for you. With friendly guides by your side, you’ll learn the skills needed to explore the backcountry safely and confidently.
Duration
1-2 days
Tour Type
Courses
Fitness level
EASY
Num. of people
2-8
Length / Elevation
/
Season
Dec - Feb
DESCRIPTION
What you’ll learn in the ski touring course
This beginner ski touring course in Slovenia is designed to give you both knowledge and hands-on practice. Together with our guides, you’ll cover:
- Avalanche safety and rescue basics – learn to use a beacon, probe, and shovel.
- Navigation and terrain assessment – how to read a map, plan a safe route, and make smart decisions in the mountains.
- Equipment use – from touring skis and skins to avalanche gear.
- Efficient ascents and descents – save energy on the climb and enjoy safe skiing in different snow conditions.
By the end of the ski touring course, you’ll know how to plan your own trips, assess risk, and enjoy ski mountaineering as a more adventurous and independent form of skiing.
Why join a ski touring course?
- Learn directly from certified IFMGA mountain guides.
- Small groups for a personal experience.
- Step-by-step, practical teaching – no unnecessary theory.
- A great way to prepare for our Winter Mountaineering Course or future alpine expeditions.
If you’ve ever wanted to leave the ski resort behind, this ski touring course in Slovenia is the perfect first step. And if you’d like to continue building your skills, our Winter Mountaineering Course is a great next step after ski touring.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Experienced IFMGA guides
Practical Hands-On Training
Small Class Sizes
Safety First
Mountian ascent in case of 2 days course
scheduled dates
itinerary
Instruction about the spot where the course will be taking place will be comunicated with you via mail in advance.
Ski mountaineering courses are performed outside on the terrain, starting around 9.00 in the morning (exact information will be provided individualy)
The instructor presnet the basics about the equipments used for ski mountaineering and the worshops follows. The duration of the course is up to 6 hours.
Day
01
Ski touring course
Equipment Lecture:
- Introduction to basic ski touring gear, including crampons, ice axes, and avalanche safety equipment.
- Presentation of various types and correct usage of winter tools.
Field Exercises:
- practical exercises on walking with skis uphill and using skins and crampons.
- ski techniques in different types of snow
- learning to assess the stability of the snowpack and implementing safety measures.
Avalanche Safety:
- Theoretical lecture on the formation of avalanches and safety measures.
- Practical exercises using avalanche safety equipment and simulating rescue scenarios.
Ski Touring Basics:
- Discussion on the fundamentals of alpinism and adapting knowledge for winter conditions.
- Explanation of different skiing techniques and overcoming challenges in ski touring.
Debriefing and Feedback:
- Analysis of performed exercises and situations.
- Providing individual feedback for further improvements.
INFORMATION
PRICES
Prices and dates for the winter courses are as follows:
| Duration of the winter course | Price per person |
| 1 day | 90 € |
| 2 days | 180 € |
| Date of the winter course | Booking status |
| 26.1.2025 | free spaces |
| 9.2.2025 | free spaces |
| 23.2.2025 | free spaces |
What’s included
- IFMGA guide
- Rental of technical equipment
- Guide costs
What’s not included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Other necessary equipment/clothing (see below)
CONDITIONS
No need for previous basic mountain snow experiences.
Necessary gear:
- Comfortable winter sports clothes (3 layers of clothing)
- Insulation and windproof jackets
- Waterproof gloves + one extra pair
- Headwear (cap, buff)
- Ski mountaineering boots for automatic, semi-automatic
- Snacks
- Insulated bottle for a warm tea (1L)
- Sunscreen, suncream, toothbrush
- ID Card, cash for food and accommodation
Necessary technical gear:
- Crampons suitable for your boots
- 1 x ice axe
- Helmet
- Avalanche safety gear (probe, shelve, and beacon)
- ski touring skis + skins
- ski poles
In case you don’t have your technical gear, we provide it to you. Prior arrangement is necessary.
