Skiing accessible from the age of 3 in Méribel

First descent, first emotions: how the ESF gets children from 3 years old to love skiing

Published on 22/01/2026 - Written by Amélie
Located in the heart of the Tarentaise Valley, Méribel is an ideal resort for a family ski holiday. It has been awarded the "Famille Plus" label, and has facilities designed to welcome parents and children, as well as offering a wide range of activities and entertainment for all. Would you like to organise a holiday with your young child while enjoying the Trois Vallées ski area? With the Piou-Piou Mini Club, the ESF Méribel offers a gentle and fun introduction to the joys of skiing for children aged 3 and over.

Mini Club Piou-Piou: a safe place to discover the joys of sliding

For young parents, managing holidays with a toddler can quickly become complicated and stressful. Journeys, activities, logistics: there are so many things to think about if you want to make the most of your holiday. This winter, the ESF Méribel has the solution for you: the Mini Club Piou-Piou, where your child can get to grips with the snow and the sensation of sliding in complete safety, thanks to professional supervision.

Whichever village you're staying in - Rond-Point, Chaudanne or Mottaret - Mini Club Piou-Piou welcomes children aged 3 and over. A range of structures and conveyor belts are available to help them gently get to grips with this new environment and develop a taste for winter sports.
Piou-Piou Mini ClubA caring space for 3-years-oldDiscover the club

A playful approach with "Piou-Piou's Adventures".

While you too are enjoying your ski lessons or sessions on the slopes, the Piou-Piou Mini Club helps your child to learn to ski at their own pace. Five characters accompany your child as he or she progresses along the learning path: PiouPiou, Blanchot, Sifflote, Garolou and Titourson. Each character marks a decisive stage in the child's learning and the acquisition of skills, from discovery to autonomy, including the first movements and control of trajectories.

These key characters in the "Adventures of Piou-Piou" series provide a reassuring framework for your child throughout his or her day at the Club, and allow them to see their progress in the discipline.

Book your child's ski lessons in Méribel now!

In order to guarantee the availability of a place at Mini Club Piou-Piou Méribel, the ESF strongly recommends that you book in advance of your visit. School holiday periods, for example, are particularly busy; by filling in our online form, you can make your booking in just a few minutes, and enjoy a stress-free arrival in the resort.

Mini Club Piou-Piou's children's ski lessons are half-day, morning or afternoon sessions. This allows you to respect your budding skier's rhythm and give them the rest they need for their daily routine. At the end of their week of learning, they will be awarded a medal to validate their level and recognise all their efforts. It's a rewarding moment that they'll remember for a long time, and one that will make them want to come back to the Club the following year!
Learn to ski the fun wayWith specialist instructors and amusing mascotsBook ski lessons at Club Piou-Piou