Off Piste Freeride Course – Chamonix

Off Piste Freeride Course – Chamonix - Description

This course is not running for 2019/2020, please see the Off Piste Freeride Zinal Course or the Off Piste Freeride Grand Massif Course.

 

Join us on our most popular off piste snowboard course in the backcountry mecca of Chamonix!

It’s time to ride in the infamous Mont Blanc Massif and enjoy all the incredible off piste descents it offers. On the Off Piste Freeride course you will explore the endless possibilities offered by the mountain’s natural terrain. The course is run off piste for the full week, ensuring you enjoy daily adventures into new and untouched terrain.

Chamonix is one of the best resorts in the world for off-piste snowboarding, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in Europe and truly mind blowing mountain views. There are four main ski areas in the vast expanse of the Mont Blanc Massif, each with enough off-piste riding to keep you riding something new every day for a year!

On our Off-Piste Freeride Course we will work with you over 5 days to advance your technical riding ability by teaching you the skills and techniques required to snowboard off-piste; on natural terrain and in varying snow conditions. We will also teach you the skills needed to approach the backcountry safely & responsibly, and how to analyse both terrain and snowpack to ensure safe ascents and descents. Avalanche search & rescue training is also included.

At the end of the week enjoy a descent down the infamous Vallée Blanche, arguably the most famous off-piste ski itinerary in the world. The Vallée Blanche is a breath-taking experience, with a vertical descent of almost 3000 meters down to Chamonix, passing through stunning high alpine landscapes with cascading glaciers and the towering peaks of the Mont Blanc massif.

This course is led by David Gladwin, one of only a handful of professional snowboard instructors to hold the BASI Level 4 ISTD, French Carte Pro and UIAGM Mountain Guide qualification. Dave has the qualifications, knowledge and experience to take you further, deeper and steeper than pretty much anyone else in the world.

Duration

5 full days of off piste guiding with UIAGM Mountain Guide, David Gladwin

Ratio

Group size: Max 6 (Min 4)

Advantages

This course is perfect option for snowboarders wishing to ride the infamous high mountain backcountry terrain of Chamonix and the Mont Blanc Massif. Enjoy daily adventures exploring the different areas and searching out the best snow conditions. You will also further develop your backcountry snowboarding techniques as well as increase your knowledge of mountain safety and awareness.