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Group lessons to learn while having fun in a friendly atmosphere!

Our ESF Gérardmerinstructors will teach you the best techniques to improve your skiing.
Group lessons on sale at the end of October 2024. In the meantime we will respond to your queries by email.
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Group ski lessons
Our discovery ski lessons are aimed at young people and adults who want to benefit from the friendly atmosphere of a group to progress on skis.

Our ESF Gérardmer ski instructors will listen to you and adapt to your needs to help you improve your technique and discover the Gérardmer ski area.

A partir de
120€
5 ski lessons
Excepting holidays
Morning and afternoom
Teens - Adult beginners
Meeting point in front of the ESF office
Morning or afternoom. 
Monday to Friday
Medal included
Important
Helmet recommended
Bring your own boots and ski equipment for all levels, plus ski poles. Take a "petit domaine" pass for the first lesson, then check with the instructor.
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From
170€
6 ski lessons during the French school holidays
morning or afternoon
6x1 HOUR 50 MIN of lessons
Teens - Adult beginners
Meeting point in front of the ESF office
Morning or afternoon
Sunday to Friday
Medal included
Important
Helmet recommended
Bring your own boots and ski equipment for all levels, plus ski poles. Take a "petit domaine" pass for the first lesson, then check with the instructor.
Get a ski pass
Get insured
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A partir de
180€
6 shared ski lessons in a little group of max 5 learners during the French holidays in February
afternoon
6X55 min of lessons
Teens - adult beginners. This is a lesson for 5 pupils of the same level, supervised by an instructor who has more time to advise each child. This means that progress is faster.
Meeting point in front 
On the snow front, in front of the "Flamme" area—shared lessons.
Morning or Afternoon
Sunday to Friday
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Important
Helmet recommended
Bring your own boots and ski equipment for all levels, plus ski poles. Take a "petit domaine" pass for the first lesson, then check with the instructor.
Get a ski pass
Get insured
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Before booking, please check the level as well as the dates and times chosen. In the event of an error, the ESF will not make any changes or refunds at the start of the lesson.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the lesson.
This is only offered during the French school holidays. During your stay you can book a private lesson.
Our private lessons

We answer all your questions

When should I book my lessons?
As soon as possible, because the number of places on lessons is limited, it's best to book in advance and not wait for the snow to fall.
Group lessons are preferable, especially during the February/March holidays, as there are very few private lessons available during this period.

Group lessons:
Online bookings open at the end of October 2024 for group lessons.

Private lessons :
Booking as soon as the offices open for the whole season except for the February holidays.
Private lessons for the February holidays can be booked from 15 January 2025 by telephone (maximum 1 hour of lessons per day).
What time should I bring my child to the meeting point?
Please bring your child 10 minutes before the course starts.
What happens if there's little snow?
Please check the snow conditions and skiability on the home page of our website 2 days before your arrival.
We will do our utmost to ensure that our lessons take place in the best possible conditions, even if the resort is only partially open.

Only if the resort is closed due to lack of snow will we offer you the option of relocating your lessons to La Bresse, 15km from Gérardmer (if La Bresse is open), if you agree with our Gérardmer instructors, or else a credit note or a full refund of your lessons.
What happens at the meeting point for lessons?
Meet your child's instructor in front of the sign indicating the level in which they are registered. The esf signs are easily visible on the snow front of Gérardmer's alpine ski area. Access from the town takes just a few minutes, either with your own car or using one of the shuttles. See timetables
Do I need ski poles?
You need ski poles for juniors and adults, beginners and other levels of Alpine / downhill skiing.
Does the ESF lend out equipment?
No, you need to bring the right equipment for your discipline. There are several ski hire outlets close to the start of the pistes.
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