Ski area
Summer
13 years and above

Beginners 

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

Our ESF Gérardmer instructors 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 lessons to discover skiing
Our discovery ski lessons are aimed at young people and adults who want to benefit from the friendly atmosphere of a group to make progress.
Our instructors are trained to put you at ease and give you the freedom to progress safely and quickly.

Please note that the Gérardmer ski resort will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays between 5 January and 6 February 2026.
The children's garden is open every day with a magic carpet and a ski lift to provide beginner lessons for children and adults.
A partir de
115€
5 ski lessons
excluding holidays
morning or afternoon
Teens - adult beginners
Meeting point in front of the ESF office
Morning and afternoom. Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 11am and from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, and Friday from 9am to 11am.
Wednesday to Friday
Medal included
Important
Helmet recommended
Bring your own boots and ski equipment for all levels, plus ski poles, a "petit domaine" ski pass for the first lesson, then to be decided by instructor
Get a ski pass
Get insured
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From
165€
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, a "petit domaine" ski pass for the first lesson, then to be decided by instructor
Get a ski pass
Get insured
BookContact us
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

Which insurance should I choose?
To enjoy winter sports in complete safety, we recommend that you take out insurance with Assur'Glisse.
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
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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