Chamonix Off Piste Guiding & Adventures
We offer private backcountry guiding, off piste skills groups, avalanche safety courses, and alpine touring groups in Chamonix. Just choose any green date in the booking calendar and let us know any preferences you have in the notes when you book online. Alternatively you can contact us directly. For groups look for blue dates in the booking calendar, or contact us to organise ‘Shared Lessons’.
Guided Backcountry
Private guide inclusive for 1 – 6 people of your choosing. Our guided backcountry days offer a mixture of lift access & skinning (if desired), to access some of the world class off-piste descents of the Chamonix valley and Mt Blanc Massif. Routes are weather dependant and selected according to the prevailing conditions.
Ability: Intended for skiers that already have experience skiing off piste. To get the most from this session you should as a minimum, be able to link turns comfortably in soft un-groomed snow off-piste.
You’ll need transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack (+water/food). If you would like to include skinning to access off piste routes please bring touring skis/binding, skins, and ski crampon.
Duration: 09:00 – 16:00
Avalanche Safety
We offer two levels of avalanche safety courses: standard and advanced. Each is a full day on the snow, with an optional pre-session Zoom presentation to help you get familiar with key theory of mountain weather, snow stability and metamorphosis, and search techniques. These sessions are designed to build your confidence and knowledge, preparing you for safer backcountry skiing and snowboarding.
Ability: Intended for skiers that already have experience skiing off piste. To get the most from this session you should as a minimum, be able to link turns comfortably in soft un-groomed snow off-piste.
You’ll need off piste equipment, transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack (+water/food).
Duration: 6hrs
Off Piste Skills 1
This session is all about mastering the transition from groomed runs to the freedom of off-piste skiing. We’ll start by exploring how skis perform in soft snow, helping you adapt your on-piste skills to handle varied snow conditions off-piste. After building these skills, you’ll begin linking turns in short off-piste sections near the main runs, always on terrain that suits your skill level for the best learning experience.
Duration: 5hrs (2x 2.5hr Sessions AM/PM)
1 Hour lunch break allowing for continued Q/A & feedback with your coach.
Location: Chamonix
Existing groups are the blue dates on our booking calendar. You can also create a new ‘Shared Lesson’ group whenever you like, just contact us and secure your spot today!
Off Piste Skills 2
Ready to take your off-piste skills to the next level? If you’re comfortable linking turns off-piste on blue-level gradients, this course will expand your technique comfort for terrain. We’ll warm-up with a recap of the basics of skiing soft snow to fine-tune your foundation, then move into tailored development to target your personal goals and performance needs. Through a mix of on-piste and off-piste tasks, you’ll progress at your own pace, using prescriptive drills that are both challenging and adaptable. Terrain is carefully selected to support your skill development, giving you the confidence to keep advancing.
Duration: 5hrs (2x 2.5hr Sessions AM/PM)
1 Hour lunch break allowing for continued Q/A & feedback with your coach.
Location: Chamonix
Alpine Ski Touring
Experience an unforgettable ski touring adventure with a private guide for you and up to five friends. Our tailored ski touring days lead you to stunning, unspoiled locations that you might miss on your own. Whether you are an experienced ski tourer or brand new, our knowledgeable guides will customise the day to suit your skill level, prioritising your safety and enjoyment. We select routes based on prevailing weather conditions and where possible can accommodate any specific terrain or route preferences you may have.
Ability: Skiers that are comfortable skiing off piste.
Equipment: Ski touring skis/binding, skins, ski crampon, transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack (+water/food).
Duration: 09:00 – 16:00
Private or Groups
If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, whether that’s joining a group or a private session just reach out, and we’ll arrange it for you. We are here to help.
If group sessions are more your style and you can’t find any blue dates on the calendar, we can create ‘Shared Lesson’ groups tailored to your preferences. It’s that easy! Contact us today to reserve your session.
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Private guided backcountry skiing and snowboarding, ski touring, and off piste skiing/snowboarding are available every day
Alpine Touring FAQ
Fitness for ski touring? You dont need to be super fit, you need to be comfortable spending a few hours hill walking, at a relaxed pace.
Skill level? You dont need to be a high performing skier. If you are a skier that can comfortably ski most pistes, and can can ski un-groomed snow at the side of the pistes. You have enough skill to join us for some ski touring.
Equipment?You will need: ski touring skis/binding, skins, ski crampon, transceiver, shovel, probe, and rucksack (Don’t worry, when sessions start we will carry out a kit check and briefing). Alpine touring equipment can be rented as a “ski randonnee” or “ski touring” package very easily from most good ski rental shops around the Chamonix area.
Any other questions, just ask info@freedomsnowsports.com
We recommend skiing on appropriate skis for any of our off piste skiing lessons in Chamonix. Use a ski that is greater than 85mm wide underfoot. Preferably as long as you are tall (+/- 3cm). Please avoid using short and narrow skis off piste, while they may feel lovely on piste, it will make things more difficult for you off piste. Avalanche safety equipment is required, except for the level 1 skills group. And can be hired from us, and most rental shops. If you need advice, let us know, we are here to help.
