FROM
90 €
per person
Ski touring course
Ski touring course
Ski touring course
A ski touring course teaches essential skills for ski mountaineering, including avalanche safety, navigation, and efficient ascents and descents. Perfect for skiers seeking adventure beyond groomed slopes.
Duration
1-2 days
Tour Type
Courses
Fitness level
EASY
Num. of people
2-8
Length / Elevation
/
Season
Dec - Feb
DESCRIPTION
Winter Mountaineering Course – Your Gateway to Safe Ascents and Breathtaking Views!
A ski touring course is designed to teach participants the skills and techniques needed for ski touring. The course covers essential topics such as avalanche safety, navigation, equipment use (including touring skis and skins), and terrain assessment. Participants will learn how to efficiently ascend and descend mountain terrain, build proper ski touring routes, and manage risk in remote, off-piste environments. It’s ideal for skiers looking to explore beyond groomed slopes and engage in a more adventurous and self-sufficient form of skiing.
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.
