Once they've reached a certain level on skis, it's not unusual for younger skiers to want to try something new. With freestyle or freeride, they can easily put themselves to the test and discover new ways of skiing.

Although these two disciplines are sometimes confused, in reality they require different skills and appetites. So, which of these two activities will your teenager prefer to try out this winter in Méribel?

In freeride, the sportsmen and women set off to conquer the untouched slopes of the area, sometimes with rocky bars on which they do a few jumps.

While both disciplines require a good grasp of skiing basics and a good sense of balance, freestyle is best suited to skiers with a creative and technical streak.

Teenagers with a penchant for acrobatic prowess will love this activity, while adventurers looking to perform in wide open spaces will thrive on freeride!

This is also where freestyle competitions are held, where participants display all their skills and creativity in terms of tricks, jumps, style and sequences.

Less structured, freeride skiing is practised off-piste, on mountain slopes, far from the beaten track. It's a sport that gives skiers a real sense of freedom, with total control over their technique and their environment.

To ensure that your teenager embarks on this exhilarating sport safely, he or she needs to be properly informed about the dangers of the mountains and all their subtleties.

Available from the age of 13, the Freestyle Motion course is the perfect opportunity for young people who have already earned their gold star to learn the basics of both sports - taking off, balance, rotation, controlling your body in space, etc. - and to perfect their skills in a friendly environment. - and improve their skills in a safe environment.

Don't hesitate to book now for the lesson that will delight your teenager and make their next stay in the 3 Vallées an unforgettable experience!