SNOWBOARD GROUP LESSON
A group course on three levels BASIC I, II and III to acquire the basics of snowboarding with a progression from beginner to advanced.
Specifications based on the Ridersystem offered by the Swiss Snowboard School.
Group snowboard lessons are aimed at children from 8 to 13-14 years of age.
For pupils aged 8 to 12, the KidSystem offers a five-level approach specially designed to match their physical strength and cognitive ability to learn moves.
Students receive a logbook validating the level acquired after 4 to 5 days of classes.
For teenagers or adult beginners, we offer private sessions and, for ethical reasons, we do not accept children under 8.
NB: Optional ESS COURS PROTECT insurance.
SNOWBOARD GROUP LESSONS
Our teaching is based on the objectives of the RiderSystem on the Grimentz side and the Swiss Snow League on the Zinal side. Learn to slide, gain confidence on the slopes, experience the sport outdoors, express yourself, progress and refine your technique in a friendly atmosphere.
BASIC I / BLUE LEAGUE - beginner level
| ALADIN | BONZAI | BASIC I |
| PRINCE/PRINCESSE | KING/QUEEN | STAR |
As a beginner (8-9 year-olds), Basic I or Blue League will enable you to acquire the basics for your first snowboard rotations.
BASIC II / RED LEAGUE - intermediate level
| CLOWN | DINO | BASIC II |
| PRINCE/PRINCESSE | KING/QUEEN | STAR |
At intermediate level (10-11 year-olds), Basic II or Red League consolidates skills with different variations of turns and movements.
BASIC III / BLACK LEAGUE - advanced level
| ELEFANT | BASIC III |
| PRINCE/PRINCESS |
Movements that reach maturity in Basic III or Black League for an advanced level (children aged 12-13).
Private lesson à la carte - for the expert
And to see what's possible, click here: Teen lessons
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The gondola ride from Grimentz and Zinal takes about 8 minutes.
However, waiting times may vary depending on the season.
Class departure
We leave with the classes at 10:30. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes beforehand, so that you can easily find your group.
The same applies to the afternoon, if classes open at 13:30*.
Group lessons start and finish at Bendolla on the Grimentz side and at Sorebois (intermediate station) on the Zinal side. Each League level and sub-level is represented either by an inflatable totem pole or a sign.
Return from class
Group lessons last 145 min. The return of classes (except in exceptional cases beyond our control) ends at 12:55.
Please be at the assembly point at 12:50 to collect your children.
Course of the week
Monday to Friday
For all Blue League / Kids System & Basic I classes, and in the event of very cold or very hot weather for all levels, a break of around 15 minutes is organized. Children receive a small snack with syrup or water.
Every Friday, a slalom is organized by level to conclude the week in a sporty, friendly and dynamic atmosphere.
Carnets, medals and figurines for the Kids are handed over at the Bendolla/Sorebois meeting point at 12:40 (same as the starting point).
Carnets are issued after 4 to 5 days of continuous lessons.
At the end of each week of group lessons, children who follow the SSBS guidelines will be mailed a RiderCard directly home.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Group lessons start at 7 participants. If a class does not reach the minimum number of participants, the duration of the lesson is reduced as it becomes the equivalent of a semi-private or private lesson.
ESS Grimentz-Zinal reserves the right to reduce the course duration from the original 5 x 145 min. according to the following schedule:
1 - 4 people 5 x 75 min. 5 - 7 people 5 x 115 min.
Participants in this group have priority access to the facilities, as in private lessons.
Each level is rewarded with a logbook to validate the objectives achieved during the week after 4-5 days of continuous lessons.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Your child will be taught either on the Grimentz or Zinal slopes.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR ENROLMENT BEFORE THE FIRST LESSON.
To ensure group dynamics and homogeneity, we welcome children on Mondays and new participants only until Tuesdays.
We open additional group classes during busy periods (Carnival and Easter) from Monday to Friday, from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.*.
*Registration for group classes is possible for one session per child, either in the morning or afternoon, and cannot be combined into one day.
GOOD TO KNOW
Class composition and group formation
As far as possible in group ski and snowboard lessons, we create small, homogeneous classes.
We group students by level, language, affinity and age. However, we may not always be able to respect this rule.
We do our best to rectify any significant differences during the week.
Please let us know by Tuesday at the latest by e-mail or by dropping by the office if your child does not feel integrated in the right class, so that we can make the necessary transfers.
For young teenagers just starting out
We suggest starting with private lessons, so that you can join a Basic II / Red league class and evolve with children of the same age group.
Other great offers for kids
SNOWGARDEN
- Rate: CHF 65.00 / Day
- Level: Beginner
- Age: 3-4 years
The snowgarden is a play area designed to introduce children to skiing. The snowgarden area is specially designed to ensure children's safety and well-being.
Our two snowgardens, one on the Grimentz slope and the other on the Zinal slope, welcome children aged between 3 and 4, for a time of experimentation and discovery of the world of skiing.
SKI GROUP LESSON
- Rate: CHF 259 / week
- Level: Beginner to advanced
- Age: From 4 years old
From Blue League to Black League for a colorful progression on skis.
And once they've reached Black Prince/Princess level, young experts can continue their progression in group lessons at the Swiss Snow Academy.
Technical objectives based on the Swiss Snow League offered by Swiss Snowsports.
