Guiding

Off Piste skiing

To be taken and guided off-piste it is essential you use a professional school. However we will be happy to take you out for the day, show you the resort and the Espace Killy area through the pisted runs.

This way we will make sure you get the best of the conditions and most out of your days on the mountain! Feel free to contact us and let us know when you want us to take you out riding.

Every season there are a number of severe accidents and deaths caused by people riding off piste in areas they don't know well enough. Please take care and don't underestimate the dangers. It is essential that the correct planning and saftey measures are taken before riding off piste. If you have been riding for years it is still important that you know the area 100%. And even if you have been taken to areas before it is vital you're aware that changes in the weather can alter conditions and make areas unrecognisable from one day to the next.

This said, if done the right way off piste skiing can add immensely to you ski experience and holiday. Not only is it exciting to venture to new places it is also fantastic to be able ski away from the crowds. If you are looking to improve it is a great way to push your skills that little bit further.

We strongly suggest that before you think about skiing off-piste that you have undergone alot of training and education on the topic. Information for which can be found in our Avalanche Saftey section.

Most of the ski schools can arrange guides to take you off piste, contact them to discuss your standard and required arrangements. Inter-resort ski tours, heliskiing, off piste specialists. Le Lac 0479 419707

If you're interested in off-piste take a look at our pages on Snowfall & Conditions, Mountain Awareness, Lessons & Training and Equipment Tips. We update these sections throughout the winter in connection with Henry's Avalanche Talks.

For a few years now we have been riding with and attending courses from Henry's Avalanche Talk. Henry and his team come highly recommended.