Children Group Lessons Les Deux Alpes

ESF Les Deux Alpes offers a comprehensive programme of group ski lessons for young skiers, with courses designed around age, ability and progression. From children taking their first turns to teenagers looking for more adventurous skiing, the school combines technical development with an enjoyable and social approach to learning.

With programmes spanning early childhood through the teenage years, ESF Les Deux Alpes gives families plenty of flexibility when organising ski school. Children can progress through recognised levels as their confidence grows, while teenagers can choose between traditional instruction and more adventurous options such as freestyle, all-mountain skiing and competition training.

Ski Lessons for Babies and Toddlers from Age 3

For younger children, the Club Piou-Piou welcomes children from three years old, providing a protected environment where skiing is introduced through age-appropriate activities and play. Children aged four and five can also participate in Ourson and Flocon group programmes. For younger children, the Club Piou-Piou welcomes children from three years old, providing a protected environment where skiing is introduced through age-appropriate activities and play. Children aged four and five can also participate in Ourson and Flocon group programmes.

How is it organised?

HALF DAY - 3 hours per day from Sunday or Monday, 09.00 to 12.00

FULL DAY - 5.5 hours a day from Sunday or Monday, from 09.00 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 17.00

Children aged 6 to 12 can join group ski lessons ranging from the beginner Ourson level through to advanced stages and competition preparation. Instructors adapt their teaching to the ability of each group, helping children develop their technique while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The progression can lead through the recognised French ski-school levels, from Ourson and Flocon to the Étoile stages.

Children's Group Ski Lessons from Age 7

Children aged 6 to 12 can join group ski lessons ranging from the beginner Ourson level through to advanced stages and competition preparation. Instructors adapt their teaching to the ability of each group, helping children develop their technique while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The progression can lead through the recognised French ski-school levels, from Ourson and Flocon to the Étoile stages.

How is it organised?

HALF DAY - 3 hours per day starting on Sunday or Monday from 09.00 to 12.00

FULL DAY - 5.5 hours per day starting on Sunday or Monday from 09.00 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 17.00

Teenager Ski Lessons from Age 13

Teenagers from 13 years old have dedicated group programmes covering beginner through to confirmed levels. The courses provide an opportunity to improve alongside other young people in an energetic and sociable environment. Teenagers can also choose more specialised programmes. Team Rider combines all-mountain skiing with freestyle, while dedicated freestyle and competition courses allow stronger skiers to explore different techniques and develop their skills further. Competition training is available to teenagers who have reached Gold Star or Classe 3 level.

How is it organised?

HALF DAY - 3 hours per day starting on Sunday or Monday from 09.00 to 12.00

FULL DAY - 5.5 hours per day starting on Sunday or Monday from 09.00 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 17.00

Snowboard group lessons are also available for young people, with children's snowboard courses starting from age 8 to 12 years old programmes covering different abilities.

How is it organised?

HALF DAY - 3 hours per day, from Sunday or Monday from 09.00 to 12.00

FULL DAY - 5.5 hours per day, from Sunday to Friday from 09.00 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 17.30