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The Snow School

The Snow School

The Snow School
5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Family owned ski & snowboard school operating in The Three Valleys #Courchevel #Meribel #Latania #Lesmenuires #Stmartin The Snow School instructors are amongst the best in the world and are all fully qualified to the highest level. We keep our lessons fun, personal and we will ensure you have top quality instruction. Our booking process is easy, simply complete our contact form on our website, whatsapp or call us. We love to chat and there is always someone who picks up the phone-hard to come across these days!
Duration: More than 3 hours
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  • Travel Lover
    Hong Kong, China12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Professional and patient ski instructors you can trust and improve your skills
    The Snow School is responsive and clear in its booking arrangement. Thanks Paul and his team. We are fortunate to have Tea and Chiara as our instructors for 4 days. We, a family of 4 spilt into two teams as our 2 big boys are at intermediate level while we couples are just better than beginners. All of us found these 4 days of skiing enjoyable, rewarding and safe. Les3 Valles is really a beautiful ski areas where different levels of skiers can find your scenic slopes to enjoy. Tea and Chiara brought us to different slopes so that we could fully enjoy the variety of slopes and scenes in the Valles. They were patient and used different approaches to help us improve our skill and challenge ourselves safely and confidently. It’s really a wonderful skill experience in Les3 Valles with Tea and Chiara from Snow School!
    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to write your review, we are so pleased you had a great time with Tea & Chiara. As you know, reviews are so important to us and in which we rely on to keep our small buisness operating -so again a BIG thank you for this. We are so pleased you had a great week and we hope to see you again really soon. Thanks Sarah & Team
    Written 5 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 30 December 2023
  • Avital J
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easy to deal with and great teacher
    Communication from the english team was excellent before we booked and leading up to our trip. Alessandro taught my daughters (age 10 and 8) for 5 days in Courchevel - he was very calm and patient, listened to how they were feeling and helped them become more confident and proficient in their skiing. They also had loads of fun! Its not the cheapest Ski school on offer but the small class sizes and quality of lessons meant I felt it was value for money.
    Hi, Thank you, such a fantastic review. Thank you for taking the time to do this. As you know, reviews are so important to us and in which we rely on to keep our small buisness operating -so again a BIG thank you for this. We are so pleased you had a great week and we hope to see you again really soon. Thanks Sarah & Team
    Written 5 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 2 January 2024
  • Fiona W
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fabulous from start to finish.
    Chose The Snow School due to the small group sizes and English instruction. We had a brilliant experience. Great communication before we left and whilst in Meribel. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The kids loved their instructor (Alberto) - great balance between fun and learning. Kids ended up in a group of four which was amazing for school holidays. Would definitely use again.
    Hi, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! It makes us to happy to hear you had a wonderful experience with Alberto and the rest of the team. We are extremely grateful you have taken the time to do this, reviews are so important to us and to keeping our small company operating, so a huge thank you! We hope to see you again soon! From Manon & Team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 January 2024
  • David V
    Cardiff, United Kingdom11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great small English speaking ski school
    From start to finish these guys were great. Very easy to book online, my two kids aged 9 and 7 had never skied before, booked them into a class of six max. Comms prior to arrival was excellent, knew where to meet etc. my kids, Jack and Amelie, happened to have the owner as their instructor, Paul, and he was joined by his wife Sarah. They were great with the kids, and after the first day (of a weeks morning lessons) had both of them able to ski down green runs with snow plough turns. Class was actually only 4 kids, and I was amazed at the kids progression throughout the week. Will definitely use them again when we come back next year, and can’t recommend these guys highly enough for kids of all ages and abilities. Family run business run the right way.
    Hi David, Thank you so much for such a fantastic review. We really appreciate you taking the time to do this. It was a great week and Jack and Amelie did amazingly! As you know, reviews are so important to us and help to keep our small business operating -so again a BIG thank you for this. We look forward to seeing you again next year! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 January 2024
  • Graeme Symon
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful service from start to finish.
    Originally lined up to teach my daughter snowboarding, the timing was not great on my part. Alberto had no issue swapping the student to myself and we had a great three hours and he tweaked my very old style, which was much needed. The whole service at short notice was excellent. I would book again without hesitation. Thank you.
    Hi, Thank you for such a fantastic review. We are so happy you had a amazing experience with Alberto and the rest of the team. Thank you for taking the time to do this. As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We are so pleased you had a great week and we hope to see you again really soon. From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 January 2024
  • BoardingPass760337
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Slopes and Smiles: A Fantastic Ski School Experience!
    My 2 boys (aged 9 and 10) had the pleasure of attending Snow School over Christmas. They had a fantastic time whilst really progressing their skiing ability. The instructors are great with kids and we were very comfortable in knowing our boys are safe with them on the slopes.
    Hi, Thank you for such a fantastic review and for taking the time to do this. We are so pleased you had a great week! As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We hope to see you again really soon! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 7 January 2024
  • Louise P
    Winchester, United Kingdom1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    From nervous to carving!
    Following a ski accident at easter I was very nervous about returning to the slopes, however I was very luckyto have Alberto as my teacher. He was very kind, patient, funny and the most excellent teacher. Always keeping an eye on the slopes around me and making me feel more relaxed. His lessons were always fun and Alberto has extensive knowledge of all slopes and great at chasing the sun! By the end of the week I’d gone from the most anxious student to carving! And as Albi says , “the lines don’t lie”. A wonderful teacher, I couldn’t recommend him highly enough! Would most definitely have his lessons again!!
    Hi, Thank you for such a fantastic review and for taking the time to do this. We are so pleased you had a great week Alberto, you did amazingly! As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We hope to see you again really soon! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 9 January 2024
  • Екатерина Р
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Alberto is the best!
    I had my lesson with Alberto, even thought I wasn’t a beginner, he made the lesson incredibly interesting and challenging at the same time. I’ve learn new techniques and improved existing skills. Highly recommend this school
    Hi, Thank you for such a fantastic review and for taking the time to do this. We are so pleased you had a great lesson with Alberto! As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We hope to see you again really soon! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 12 January 2024
  • Zoe D
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jacopo was fantastic!
    Being a beginner and only having had one holiday previously I was very nervous. After the initial meeting point at a Meribel Centre being quite traumatic (just get the bus if you’re beginner!) once I met Jacopo I was instantly reassured. We had 4x 3 hr lessons and he was so patient, encouraging and a great teacher. I’ve improved so much over the week and felt very empowered by a brilliant set of sessions with an excellent teacher. I’m further into being an actual skiier and so thankful for the brilliant sessions with Jacopo. He’s an asset to The Snow School and highly recommend. Thank you Jacopo for a brilliant week!
    Hi, Thank you for such a fantastic review and for taking the time to do this. We are so pleased you had a great week with Jacopo! As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We hope to see you again really soon! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 12 January 2024
  • Anna B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    4 X Aussies learn to ski in Meribel!
    4 Aussies with no ski experience can now ski!! Thanks so much to Chiara at the Snow School for her patience, guidance and helping our youngest Lily to build confidence! What a fab week, we loved every minute and have made a lifetime of memories!!
    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We really appreciate it. It is great to here you had an amazing week with Chiara! As you know, reviews are so important to us and we rely on them to keep our small business operating - so again a BIG thank you for this. We hope to see you again really soon! From Manon & the team.
    Written 25 February 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 18 January 2024
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Nadine V
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • Couples
Week skiing with my husband, he is a confident skier and I am a beginner.

I had 2 hour private lessons for 4 days with Alice, who was so talented and very patient. She had me comfortably skiing by the end of day 2 and tackling “blues runs” on days 3 & 4 - couldn’t recommend her enough.

My husband made use of his free time and booked a ski guide with Paul for 2 days, who really put him through his paces, explored all 3 valleys and even gave him some pointers.

We will 100% return to Courchevel and book a refresher lesson with The Snow School.
Written 11 February 2022
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We are so happy to hear you both had a lovely time with our 2 instructors. It really is such a great way to learn but also see the most of the resort. Its a very large area which is amazing but it helps having someone showing you the 'little gems areas' which you might miss skiing on your own.
Written 1 March 2022
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MyReviewABC
United Kingdom20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Family
Julia, The Snow School instructor, taught my 8 year old daughter last week and I just wanted to say how amazing she was. Annoyingly my daughter can now ski much faster than me! She was doing some lovely parallel turns and was bombing over jumps and through tree runs with confidence and passion - a real step up after missing last year’s season. Julia struck just the right balance of fun, technique and the personal touch, and just seemed a genuinely lovely person.

We went for 1-1 as we were skiing outside the holidays and there were no suitable groups running elsewhere. Obviously more expensive than groups but I’ll admit the progress my daughter made having 1-1 was fantastic and she loved every minute.

Booking process was easy and smooth too.
Written 2 February 2022
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How annoying is it when they get better than us! I have the same issue too :) We love that your daughter has so much confidence and passion-this is what its all about! You are right, private lessons are a little more expensive (but they can be shared with friends/family) but the progress is so quick! one or two private lessons could be the same as a week of groups. Fast and effective learning! Hopefully see you very soon
Written 1 March 2022
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Bob Z
Kinmel Bay, UK14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Giulia was brilliant from start to finish. Much better value ski lessons than the standard ECF French offer. Giulia the instructor was kind courteous and absolutely awsome at raising the confidence of a range of different abilities. Having had unsuccessful lessons previously we were blown away by the progress made on our trip this time. Two complete novices were confidently skiing independantly by day 2 and 2 people who have been unsuccessful at independant skiing on 2 previous trips, were skiing independantly and confidently by the end of the week.

Absolutley first class outfit. So, so pleased!
Written 8 February 2020
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Tim T
Dublin, Ireland30 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Family
Used the Snow School to teach my grandson (2) to ski. After four hours he’s skiing unaccompanied, albeit under a watchful eye of Gulia the wonderfully patient English fluent Italian ski instructor. Highly recommend service from booking to the piste. Thank you Snow School Meribel. From William
Written 5 January 2020
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Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. As a small family run business we really appreciate this. Every review is so important to us. We hope to ski with you again soon! Sarah x
Written 5 February 2020
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phil c
Chester, UK5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Friends
From organising our lesson schedule with paul to saying goodbye at the end of our last slope with Giulia the snow school experience has been superb and exceeded our high expectations. They are all very flexible and accommodating
The feedback from the three lesson groups across our party has been uniformly excellent.
Our teacher Giulia had a programme sorted in seconds after assessing our groups varying ability. Across the three lessons she communicated very clearly what she wanted us to do and in three days she improved us immensely giving us techniques that increased our skill level and confidence whilst having great fun
Giulia is bright, smart, and great fun, she also happens to be an amazing coach.
Would we repeat the experience. Absolutely.
6 stars.
Written 12 January 2020
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Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. As a small family run business we really appreciate this. Every review is so important to us. We hope to ski with you again soon! Sarah x
Written 5 February 2020
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Paul Marriott
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
From the initial booking to the skiing lessons themselves the whole experience was fantastic and we will definitely use the Snow School again. Highly recommended.
Second time we have used The Snow School and again Paul was very helpful arranging lessons and offered a lot of useful advice. We requested Guilia as our daughter's first skiing experience was with Guilia last year and it couldnt have been a better first time experience. We were keen to continue the patient, supportive and fun ski instruction from Guilia. Guilia again was brilliant, nothing is too much trouble and our 11 year old daughters confidence and skills thrived with her guidance. Mum and Dad tagged along and joined in skiing and being guided by Guilia but the main reason for booking Guilia was for our daughter who absolutely adores Guilia. We will definitely be back.
Written 26 January 2020
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Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. As a small family run business we really appreciate this. Every review is so important to us. We hope to ski with you again soon! Sarah x
Written 5 February 2020
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V L
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 • Family
The experience we had with this company was excellent. Our contact in the UK was Paul who was very helpful in all aspects and provided both office number and mobile number for contacts.

Our holiday with 4 children between the ages of 10 and 14 were all absolute beginners. We had Julia as their instructor. They progressed very well in their week at Courchevel. Julia was always on time if not a bit early and very flexible in pick up and drop off points. She helped us find places for lunch and she knew the area very well. She knew all the pistes and what was appropriate for the standard of the children. By day 3, the kids were already progressing onto blue runs. They commented that they felt very safe in her company and trusted all the things they needed to do on the slopes without feeling scared at all. Her teaching style was great with patience and enthusiasm. The children said they would love to have lessons with her again, if we come to the 3 valleys again.
Written 30 December 2021
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Hi, Thank you, such a fantastic, detailed review. Thank you for taking the time to do this. As you know, reviews are so important to us and in which we rely on to keep our small business operating -so again a BIG thank you for this. We are so pleased you had a great week, and we hope to see you again soon. Thanks Sarah & Team
Written 16 January 2023
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Thomas M
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Family
We were a family of four with varying abilities and our ski instructor Alberto Giovannini (Albie) catered to all of our abilities brilliantly. He explained everything in easy to understand language and used innovative techniques which led to us all improving massively across the four days we had Albie as our instructor.
Not only was he an exceptionally good ski instructor, he was also a great person who fitted in extremely well with our family and was always very chatty.
Albie went above the call of duty by booking us in to a restaurant he recommended for lunch, printing off some photos of us and being more than willing to take one family member out on his own one morning.
Would absolutely recommend using The Snow School and would suggest asking to have Albie as he is by far the best ski instructor we have ever had.
Written 25 January 2023
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Mandy
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Family
Just leaving Meribel after the most amazing week with the Snow School. My 5 year old daughter had lessons with Pit and he was fantastic, she is leaving a confident skier with a big smile on her face. My husband (beginner) and 11 year old had joint lessons with Giulia and she has also been great - despite the differing abilities, both have developed and gained confidence and had a wonderful time. Big thank you and see you next year 👍
Written 8 February 2020
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Sophie B
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Family
I travelled to La Tania on 22/1/23, along with my husband and 10year old son. Neither my son nor myself had been skiing before (I had but not since high school), we had a lesson booked with Julia, she was absolutely fantastic and a real credit to snow school.
My 10 year old son took to skiing like a duck to water and thanks to Julia he mastered it!, he was desperate to ski on the mountain (we began our lessons on the magic carpets), Julia kindly offered to take him and he loved it. I however was very nervous, Julia was patient, kind and by the end of our two days I was happily skiing alone on the green slopes. I cannot recommend Julia enough, on our second day she took me on the mountain and thanks to her I really enjoyed skiing down it, I felt safe and confident skiing with her. Thankyou Julia for making our trip thoroughly enjoyable!!
Written 30 January 2023
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