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LA ROSIERE SAN BERNARDO* has plenty of powder to keep you amused for a special two-country session in France and Italy, or go further afield to neighbouring resorts Val d’Isère, Tignes, Les Arcs or Ste Foy to try out their spots*...

Before we get started, there will be a short evaluation of your level and your expectations for the week. Click on Video 1 (first-time off-piste) Click on Video 2 (experienced off-piste) Click on Video 3 (level required for Junior off-piste)

We will teach you how to use the all-important ARVA* and security equipment before we venture off-piste (video of an ARVA search and a few basic explanations given by a pro).

You will need equipment suitable for off-piste: fats*, touring or randonnée skis: click for video (video presentation of skiing equipment by a professional, Marc Pirard, in his shop)

Small couloirs* to learn how to ski down steep slopes: click for video (skier in action)

Backcountry* and forest runs: click for video (skier in action)

Untouched powder fields: click for video (skier in action)