I've never skied beforeBeginners’ ski lessons
Discover the joys of skiing with a ski instructor who is fully committed to helping you improve, over five consecutive sessions designed to help you learn to ski with confidence.

Never Skied Before?Beginners’ ski lessons

Discover the joys of skiing with the guidance of a dedicated English-speaking esf ski instructor, over 5 consecutive lessons designed to help you learn at your own pace and build your confidence on the slopes.
When do you come to esf Annecy Semnoz ?
Outside French school holidays: Lessons take place over 5 consecutive Sundays in January or 5 consecutive Saturdays in March.
Our private lessons
5 private lessons to build your confidence!
Whether you're learning to ski on your own or with a small group of up to 6 people, you'll benefit from the expertise of a dedicated esf instructor, who'll guide you with patience and encouragement as you take your first steps on skis.

At your own pace, you'll learn how to control your skis, make your first turns and discover the joys of skiing over 5 consecutive Wednesdays, Saturdays or Sundays in January or March.
Answers to your questions
From
€225
5 private ski lessons
Duration: 1 hour
Beginner level / 1 to 4 people of similar age and ability
5 Wednesdays, 5 Saturdays or 5 Sundays
in January or March
Lesson timetable
Duration: 1 hour
Lesson times to be arranged, subject to instructor availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
Wednesdays:
- 1 person: €225
- 2 people: €300
- 3 people: €375
- 4 people: €450

At weekends:
- 1 person for 5 days: €260
- 2 people for 5 days: €335
- 3 people for 5 days: €410
- 4 people for 5 days: €485
Medal not included; test to be taken during the final session
Advice for parents
A fixed fee applies
Get insured
From
€330
5 private ski lessons
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Beginner level / 1 to 4 people of similar age and ability
5 Wednesdays, 5 Saturdays or 5 Sundays
in January or March
Lesson timetable
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes*
Lesson times to be arranged, subject to instructor availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
Wednesdays:
- 1 person: €330
- 2 people: €430
- 3 people: €530
- 4 people: €630

At weekends:
- 1 person for 5 days: €390
- 2 people for 5 days: €490
- 3 people for 5 days: €590
- 4 people for 5 days: €690
* 1½-hour lessons can only take place at the following times: 9.00 am, 10.30 am, 11.00 am, 11.30 am, 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm.
Medal not included; test to be taken during the final session
Advice for parents
A fixed fee applies
Get insured
From
€430
5 private ski lessons
Duration: 2 hours
Beginner level / 1 to 6 people of similar age and ability
5 Wednesdays, 5 Saturdays or 5 Sundays
in January or March
Duration: 2 hours
Times to be agreed subject to instructors’ availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
Wednesdays:
- 1 person: €430
- 2 people: €555
- 3 people: €680
- 4 people: €805
- 5 people: €930
- 6 people: €1,055

Weekends:
- 1 person for 5 days: €490
- 2 people for 5 days: €615
- 3 people for 5 days: €740
- 4 people for 5 days: €865
- 5 people for 5 days: €990
- 6 people for 5 days: €1,115
Medal not included; test to be taken at the final session
Advice for parents
A fixed fee applies
Get insured
During the French Christmas and February school holidays: Lessons run weekly, from Sunday to Friday.
Our private lessons
Private lessons to get you started on skis!
Never skied before, or looking to brush up on the basics? Whether you're learning on your own or with a small group of up to 6 people, you'll benefit from the guidance of a dedicated esf instructor, helping you build your confidence from your very first turns.

With personalised advice and individual attention, you'll learn at your own pace in a supportive environment, developing your skills and making steady progress, step by step.
Answers to your questions
From
€260
5 or 6 private ski lessons
Duration: 1 hour
Beginner level / 1 to 4 people of similar age and ability
From Sunday or Monday to Friday
Duration: 1 hour
Times to be agreed subject to instructors’ availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
- 1 person, 5 days: €260 / 6 days: €312
- 2 people, 5 days: €335 / 6 days: €402
- 3 people, 5 days: €410 / 6 days: €492
- 4 people, 5 days: €485 / 6 days: €582
Medal not included; test to be taken at the final session
Advice for parents
Fixed fee to be expected
Get insured
From
€390
5 or 6 private ski lessons
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Beginner level / 1 to 4 people of similar age and ability
From Sunday or Monday to Friday
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes*
Times to be agreed subject to instructors’ availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
- 1 person, 5 days: €390 / 6 days: €468
- 2 people, 5 days: €490 / 6 days: €588
- 3 people, 5 days: €590 / 6 days: €708
- 4 people, 5 days: €690 / 6 days: €828
* 1½-hour lessons can only take place at the following times: 9.00 am, 10.30 am, 11.00 am, 11.30 am, 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm.
Medal not included; test to be taken during the final session
Advice for parents
Fixed fee to be expected
Get insured
From
€490
5 or 6 private ski lessons
Duration: 2 hours
Beginner level / 1 to 4 people of similar age and ability
From Sunday or Monday to Friday
Duration: 2 hours
Times to be agreed subject to instructors’ availability.
In front of the esf chalet
Important
- 1 person, 5 days: €490 / 6 days: €588
- 2 people, 5 days: €615 / 6 days: €738
- 3 people, 5 days: €740 / 6 days: €888
- 4 people, 5 days: €865 / 6 days: €1,038
- 5 people, 5 days: €990 / 6 days: €1,188
- 6 people, 5 days: €1,115 / 6 days: €1,338
Medal not included; test to be taken at the final session
Advice for parents
Fixed fee to be arranged
Get insured
This course is available only during the French Christmas and February school holidays.

Outside these periods, please explore our ‘Outside School Holidays’ courses or our private lesson options.
Our private lessons

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Our team is available by email from Monday to Friday from 1 September, and by phone seven days a week from 1 December.
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