A history, a philosophy of life

Our ESI opened its doors at the beginning of winter 2006. Member of the International Ski Instructors Union (SIMS), it has signed the quality charter of the International Ski Schools.

As ski artisans, we wish to offer you the best quality of teaching with a limited number of group lessons (6 for beginners from 4 to 6 years old, 8 for the other lessons). This allows us to better individualize the teaching, to ensure a better safety and to improve the conviviality of the course. 

In our team, the instructors have a state diploma (BEES / DE), the school is approved by the Ministry of Sport to ensure the training of future instructors and some are also qualified as high mountain guides, mountain leaders ....  All of them are there for you, listening to you, to share their passion for skiing.

  • Medal offered
  • At your service
  • Passionate and qualified instructors
  • Breathtaking landscape
Simple and effective formulas

Simple and effective formulas

Toutes nos activités

  • Alpin skiing group lessons for children

    Alpin skiing group lessons for children

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    à partir de 150 €

    Lessons for children between 4 and 15 years old.

    Groups limited in size - Recognised badges and tests in all our schools -  Child-friendly facilities - Multilingual instructors.

  • Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    à partir de 47 €

    A more personalized approach

    • Discover the resort with a professional
    • Enjoy a family outing.
    • Focus on your technique and style.
    • Get your confidence back.
  • Alpin skiing group lessons for adult

    Alpin skiing group lessons for adult

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    à partir de 150 €

    From beginner to expert level.

    Groups limited in size - Levels recognised in all our schools - Multilingual instructors.

  • Freeride off-piste

    Freeride off-piste

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    More than just learning new techniques, these courses aim to provide all round instruction in mountain craft.

    Safety - Mountain environment - Understanding snow conditions to enable you to adventure out on the mountain safely. 

  • Private snowboard lessons

    Private snowboard lessons

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    à partir de 47 €

    Greater flexibility and a more personalized approach

    Discover the resort with a professional
    Enjoy a family outing.
    Focus on your technique and style.
    Get your confidence back.

  • Snowboard group lessons

    Snowboard group lessons

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    à partir de 160 €

    From beginner to expert level.

    Groups limited in number.
    From beginner to expert level.
    Medals and tests recognized in all our schools (link to medals page).
    Recognized levels in all our schools.
    Instructors trained in foreign languages.

  • Torchlight descent / lanterns

    Torchlight descent / lanterns

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    The dream of all skiers, young or old!

    We offer you to live this unforgettable experience with our instructors.

  • Competition stage

    Competition stage

    Proposé par ESI Orcières

    Competition slalom stage

    Competition stage

Nous contacter

ESI Orcières 1850
Place des Queyrelets. Le Queyrelet 2, 05170 ORCIERES 1850, FR

06 80 57 60 30

Visitez le site de l'école
Discover the summer activities in Orcières Merlette

Discover the summer activities in Orcières Merlette

Explore the Massif des Ecrins during the summer and try many activities

5 good reasons to choose your ski lessons with ESI

1 SMALL GROUPS, FOR A SUCCESSFUL PROGRESSION.  We believe that teaching is above all a human adventure. Our schools are not factories and you are not just a number. We limit the size of our groups (6 to 8 students maximum per instructor) to give...

1 SMALL GROUPS, FOR A SUCCESSFUL PROGRESSION. 

We believe that teaching is above all a human adventure. Our schools are not factories and you are not just a number.

We limit the size of our groups (6 to 8 students maximum per instructor) to give you the time and attention you need and to promote conviviality.

2 EXPERT AND PASSIONATE INSTRUCTORS.

Our instructors are trained and certified by the National Ski and Mountaineering School of Chamonix and receive additional training each year.

Regular practitioners, they are above all responsible professionals, passionate about the mountains and skiing, who will help you progress thanks to their knowledge and experience.

3 LISTENING AND PERSONALIZED ADVICE. 

As true craftsmen, we take the time to listen to you and to explore with you your needs and desires in order to offer you the teaching and the activities that best correspond to you, within a unique offer by its variety.  We do not hesitate to debrief you or your child outside of class.

4 THE MEDAL OFFERED IN GROUP LESSONS. 

The awarding of medals is a key moment in your child's week, it is an integral part of his or her learning process.
At ESI there is no extra charge, the internationally recognized medal is offered to each student at the end of the week.

 5 THE ESI EXPERIENCE!

The ESI experience is above all a multitude of attentions from our teams, animations, activities and surprises: welcome or departure drinks, toboggan or torchlight descent, medal ceremony, photo or video of the week...