Discover Your Perfect Beginner Ski Holiday

Starting Your Journey on a Beginner Ski Holiday

Are you planning your first ski trip? Embarking on beginner ski holidays can feel daunting, especially when you’re surrounded by more experienced skiers. It’s easy to underestimate how much experience factors into having fun on the snow, and it can be frustrating when you can’t immediately join your party on their adventures.

But don’t let that stop you from getting started—after all, practice makes perfect! There’s no better time than now to learn one of the most thrilling hobbies out there (in our not-at-all-biased opinion!). Wondering where to start? Without a doubt, La Plagne, Les Arcs, and Les Menuires are the top resorts for taking your first steps on the slopes. With plenty of gentle runs and dedicated areas like the "easy rider" zone, you won’t remain a beginner for long. Whether you're after an adventurous luxury ski holiday or a more laid-back getaway, these resorts offer a wide range of options to fit all needs. You'll also find that these destinations can offer family ski holidays that cater to both beginners and seasoned skiers, ensuring everyone has a memorable experience.

It's highly beneficial to learn from experienced instructors, and we believe there's no better option than our partners at the Ecole de Ski Français. The ESF offers ski lessons for all ages and abilities, having taught thousands of first-time skiers. This is a fantastic way to learn smoothly during your ski holiday. The experts will ensure you feel at ease and will place you in group lessons with other beginners.

It's worth learning with someone who is experienced in teaching skiing. We think there's no better place than with our partners at the Ecole de Ski Français. The ESF do ski lessons for all ages and abilities, and have taught thousands of first-time skiers. This school is a good way to learn easily during your beginner ski holiday. The experts will help you feel at ease, and will place you in group lessons with other first-timers or people who are new to skiing.

Gain Confidence and Learn During Your Beginner Ski Holiday

As you embark on your beginner ski holiday, you'll quickly begin to grasp what all the excitement is about. Before you know it, you'll be picking up speed and exploring the unrivaled beauty of the mountain's natural landscapes at the resort.

It's hard to predict exactly how long it will take you to learn; like any skill, mastering skiing varies from person to person. While it's commonly believed that starting as a child is best, don't let that deter you! The ESF (Ecole de Ski Français) has been teaching skiing since 1945, and their experienced instructors will ensure you’re in great hands.

Many beginners choose to schedule their ski lessons in the mornings or afternoons and then spend the remainder of their time practicing on green or blue slopes with friends and family. Alternatively, if you're eager to master skiing more quickly, you can opt for longer, all-day lessons. 

What’s certain is that the sooner you get out on your board and hit the lifts, the sooner you'll be conquering the mountains and reveling in the magic of skiing! 

As new skiers on your beginner ski holiday, you’ll also enjoy all the non-skiing activities and amenities these resorts have to offer, from yoga and spas to snowshoe hiking and tobogganing. Plus, you can soak in the atmosphere and culture of the mountains—no lesson required to savor a delicious meal of raclette paired with a cozy mulled wine! So, get ready to travel to the mountains and make the most of your ski school experience!