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Welcome to our Beginners’ ski advice section, where our own pro ski experts pass on their tips to help those new to the sport to improve their own skills so they are off-piste skiing before they know it!
Below you will find a list of advice articles, which we add to regularly, and all of which is completely free to enjoy. It is designed to help you get through those ski lessons faster so you can really start enjoying your skiing with family and friends. Click on a few of our articles to see what you can learn…
General Beginners Ski Advice
If you have never been skiing before, then you may want to visit an area that is suitable for beginners. You need an area that is easily accessible for novices and has gentle slopes that are suitable for those who are inexperienced.
If you've never hit the slopes before, then be sure to pick an area that is free of rocks or icy areas. Pick areas where the sun is likely to reach so that your holiday is more enjoyable.
A good idea would be to visit a ski school. Ski schools usually offer you the chance to learn everything you need to know about skiing and there are plenty of great beginner packages to choose from. If you have an experienced family member that you are travelling with, then perhaps they could teach you the basics. Or it may be a good idea to travel with another beginner so that you do not feel left out when the others hit the bigger slopes.
If you do decide to visit a ski school, then there are plenty of English-speaking ski schools in areas such as America and throughout Europe.
Beginners should visit areas where the weather will not be bad. If you are inexperienced, then it is best to avoid areas where there are likely to be blizzards.
Also, if you are planning a skiing holiday, then choose an area that offers a wide range of other activities so that you have something else to do if you decide that skiing is not for you. If you are planning to travel with a group, then travel with friends or family that are willing to take part in a selection of activities other than skiing.
It may be a good idea to hire all of your skiing equipment if you are planning to go on your first skiing holiday. This will save you spending lots of money on skiing equipment before you have had a chance to see whether or not you enjoy skiing. There are plenty of sports shops throughout the UK where you can hire your equipment.
If you decide that you enjoy skiing, then you may wish to try out some snowboarding. If you are travelling with friends who prefer snowboarding rather than skiing, then opt for snowboarding. That way you will not be left to learn skiing on your own and you can engage in the same activities as your family and friends.