Barèges
ESI Grand Tourmalet BarègesFrom 30 €
Discovery of skating in an environment suitable for young children.
Snow Garden
From
27 €
Jardin des Neiges: the first ski lessons from 2 and a half years old
The first experiences on skis play an essential role in discovering how to glide. At ESi, the École de Ski Internationale, we offer a Snow Garden adapted for toddlers from 2 and a half years old. This area lets young children gradually discover snow, equipment and their first gliding sensations in an environment designed for their age.
At this age, the goal is not to immediately seek performance. The main thing is to give the child confidence and the desire to ski. The sessions are therefore based on a progressive, playful pedagogy adapted to the abilities of the youngest children. Through simple games and exercises, children learn to tame their equipment and gradually progress on the snow.
Where can I find snow gardens and ski lessons for little ones?
Massifs
9 école(s)
La Mongie
ESI Grand Tourmalet La MongieFrom 49 €
Discovering snow sliding in an environment suited to young children with a very small group ratio: 6 children per instructor.
Les 7 Laux
ESi 7 LauxFrom 296 €
Group lessons for little ones aged 3 to 5, adapted to their pace and wishes, for guaranteed progress while having fun!! 2-hour lesson between the snow garden area and the green slopes from the top of the Bouquetin chairlift. Free organic snack and medal included!
Serre Chevalier
ESi Génération Serre Chevalier ChantemerleFrom 240 €
Beginner group lessons limited to 6 children
Les Sybelles / La Toussuire
ESi La Toussuire Les SybellesFrom 45 €
Group of 5 students. Group lessons for toddlers aged 2.5 to 5, adapted to their pace and wishes for guaranteed progress while having fun!! 2 hours of lessons per session in our snow garden. Several options available. Daily snack and free medal!
The goal: to have fun!
At this age, the goal is not to immediately seek performance. The main thing is to give the child confidence and the desire to ski. The sessions are therefore based on a progressive, playful pedagogy adapted to the abilities of the youngest children. Through simple games and exercises, children learn to tame their equipment and gradually progress on the snow.
A ski learning program designed for little ones
From 2 and a half years old, children discover a new environment. Snow, skis, ski boots and a helmet are all new sensations to get used to. ESi instructors therefore take the time to familiarise each child with this world before starting the first gliding exercises.
The activities are designed to respect the pace and attention span of young children. The sessions alternate between games, movement on the snow, and small sliding situations. This approach allows for the natural development of balance, coordination, and the first sensations associated with skiing.
Play is a real teaching tool. It lets children progress without feeling they are doing a technical exercise. By copying movements, following courses or taking on small age-appropriate challenges, they gradually develop their first skills on skis.