Prepare Well Before Your Lesson!
Tips and Preparation
Organisation:
- Arrive early at the meeting point shown on the lesson map.
- Always bring your lesson card, including for private lessons (mandatory).
- Ski passes are not included in the lesson price. They may be available as an optional add-on when booking for certain levels. Make sure you are equipped.
- esf does not provide personal accident coverage. Ensure you have adequate insurance; if not, we recommend Carré Neige.
- Warm up properly, pace your effort, eat a balanced meal, and stay hydrated to fully enjoy your skiing experience!
On the Slopes:
- A piste map is essential for skiing safely. Pick one up on arrival and keep it handy.
- Each morning, check the weather forecast, the status of pistes and lifts, and snow conditions. If in doubt, ask an instructor, guide, or piste patrol member
Equipment and Safety:
- Equipment is not provided. Rent gear suitable for your level, size, and weight. Seek advice from specialist shops. Equipment complying with NF X50-007 ensures proper fitting and safe binding adjustment.
- Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended, especially for children. Choose a model meeting NF EN 1077 standards.
- Protect yourself from cold and UV: wear a helmet, gloves, goggles (UV index 4), warm clothing, and apply sunscreen, even in cloudy conditions !
Off-piste:
- Off-piste skiing is reserved for experienced skiers who are properly equipped and knowledgeable about mountain conditions.
- When skiing outside marked pistes, you do so at your own risk: cliffs, crevasses, steep slopes, and avalanches are not marked.
- Do not rely on visible tracks as they may have been made by machines or other skiers.
- Before heading off-piste:
- Check snow conditions and avalanche risk levels.
- Pay attention to avalanche flags and signs posted at key points in the resort.
- Consult piste patrol, guides, or instructors.
- Check the avalanche risk report from Météo-France (0 892 68 10 20* – 3615 METEO) or as posted in the resort Météo-France.
| Flag Meaning | Snowpack Stability | Détails | |
| Low Risk: Levels 1 and 2 | The snowpack is stable on most slopes. On a few fairly steep slopes, the snowpack is moderately stable. | Samedi exclu | |
| Considerable Risk: Levels 3 and 4 | The snowpack is moderately or poorly stable on many slopes. | Samedi exclu | |
| Very High Risk: Level 5 | The snowpack is unstable across all slopes. | Samedi exclu |
Ski Lifts
How to choose a ski pass
A ski pass is mandatory to access the lifts.
It is not included in the price of ski lessons..
Good to know:
- A ski pass is not required for the toddler classes at Club Piou Piou.
- Children under 5 receive a free pass (available at the lift ticket offices upon presentation of proof of age).
6-Day Group Lessons + Ski Pass: The Beginner’s Deal!
*These passes are offered during the course booking process
Public Rates: Choose Your Ski Pass!
For other levels, ski passes must be purchased directly at the lift ticket offices. You can also order online at the end of your lesson booking: a great way to skip the queues on arrival!
Two options are available:
- Saint François Longchamp Pass, to enjoy the local ski area.
- Grand Domaine Pass, which also gives access to the slopes of Valmorel.
| St François Longchamp Ski pass | 6 days | Détails | |
| Children aged 5 to 12 | €210 | Samedi exclu | |
| Adults | €256 | Samedi exclu | |
| K-Card not included in the price (€2 fee) | |||
| Grand Domaine Ski pass | 6 days | Détails | |
| Children aged 5 to 12 | €241 | Samedi exclu | |
| Adults | €294 | Samedi exclu | |
| K-Card not included in the price (€2 fee) | |||
Carré Neige – Insurance Tailored for Your Skiing Adventures!
Take out insurance!
To fully enjoy your ski holiday with peace of mind, it’s important to be properly insured. Skiing carries risks: collisions, sprains, fractures, dislocations, head injuries… not to mention health issues. Each season sees between 100,000 and 150,000 accidents
Online claims submission available
Protect yourself and your family while limiting potentially high mountain expenses. Ski with peace of mind, alone, with family, or with friends with Carré Neige Intégral!
That’s why esf Saint François offers Carré Neige, insurance designed for mountain activities and snow sports. It provides all the necessary coverage and assistance in case of accident or illness, both before and during your stay.
With Carré Neige Intégral, you benefit from expert assistance from industry professionals, full coverage, from on-piste rescue to reimbursement of unused lift passes and ski lessons, and ambulance transport if needed
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KEY BENEFITS:
Coverage Examples:
With Carré Neige Intégral, you benefit from expert assistance from industry professionals, full coverage, from on-piste rescue to reimbursement of unused lift passes and ski lessons, and ambulance transport if needed
.
KEY BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive insurance BEFORE and DURING your stay (online booking prior to arrival
- Book ski passes, lessons, and childcare with confidence
- On-site coverage for accidents or illness
- Pre-stay coverage: up to €1,000 per person and €5,000 per event
- During your stay: total coverage up to €50,000, with a single €40 deductible per claim
- Full coverage from day one
Coverage Examples:
Before your stay:
- Serious illness, accident, or death
- Professional reasons (redundancy, job loss)
- Theft of ID or passport, terrorist attacks
- Lack of snow: 2/3 of lifts closed
- Coverage for all ski and snow sports (on-piste and off-piste) in case of accident or illness
- Rescue and evacuation (no upfront costs)
- Reimbursement of lift passes and ski lessons
- Medical expenses (complementary to health insurance)
- Legal assistance and claims
- Assistance and repatriation
Online claims submission available
Protect yourself and your family while limiting potentially high mountain expenses. Ski with peace of mind, alone, with family, or with friends with Carré Neige Intégral!
6 days (Child or Adult): €21 (€3.50 per day)
6 days (Child or Adult): €21 (€3.50 per day)
Pricing:
All ages: €21 for 6 days.
On-site option also available: €3.50/day or €21/6 days (for adults or children)
Repatriation Procedure:
How to Claim Ski Lesson Reimbursement:
Complete the claim form within 8 days, available on the Carré Neige website (www.carreneige.com) or at Carré Neige sales points and send it with supporting documents to:
DIOT Montagne Assurances Carré Neige - BP 19 73704 Bourg Saint Maurice Cedex
Required documents:
Track Your Reimbursement:
Once your claim is processed, DIOT Montagne provides a reference number, allowing you to track the status of your reimbursement in real time on their website at http://extranet.diot-montagne.fr/carre_neige.
At esf St Francois Longchamp, Carré Neige is available for 6-day courses when you book your lessons (online booking) as an optional extra.
All ages: €21 for 6 days.
On-site option also available: €3.50/day or €21/6 days (for adults or children)
Repatriation Procedure:
- Over 150 km: If your health requires, request repatriation by calling Mutuaide Assistance at +33 1 55 98 57 93.
- Under 150 km or on the day of the accident: For coverage or reimbursement, contact Carré Neige Management at +33 4 79 07 36 11 or +33 4 79 07 36 12
How to Claim Ski Lesson Reimbursement:
Complete the claim form within 8 days, available on the Carré Neige website (www.carreneige.com) or at Carré Neige sales points and send it with supporting documents to:
DIOT Montagne Assurances Carré Neige - BP 19 73704 Bourg Saint Maurice Cedex
Required documents:
- Original ski pass (or proof of purchase) and Carré Neige receipt.
- Initial medical certificate detailing the nature of injuries and whether skiing was possible.
Track Your Reimbursement:
Once your claim is processed, DIOT Montagne provides a reference number, allowing you to track the status of your reimbursement in real time on their website at http://extranet.diot-montagne.fr/carre_neige.