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Join the esf adventure!
Join the esf Academy and take your first steps towards becoming a ski instructor.

If you're 16 or over and have achieved either the Flèche d'Or or Chamois de Vermeil, you can enrol in esf Méribel's dedicated training programme for future instructors.

Benefit from expert coaching through half-day and full-day training sessions, with personalised support designed to prepare you for the first stages of the French State Ski Instructor qualification.
FAQ
For a half or full day
esf Academy
Become an instructor
From age 16
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Timetable to be confirmed depending on the period chosen
Flèche d’Or or Chamois de Vermeil required
Meeting at Chaudanne
Important
FFS or esf club licence required
Equipment to bring:
Slalom skis
Helmet, back protector and protective gear
3 Vallées ski pass required
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The ski pass remains the same: a half-day or full-day ski pass at a price of €55.
The course will go ahead from four participants
From
€55
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Training dates for 2026-2027 :
- from Sunday 20 to Friday 25 December 2026 : afternoons ;
- Saturdays in January (02/01, 09/01, 16/01, 23/01 et 30/01) : full days ;
- from Sunday 7 to Friday 12 February 2027 : afternoons ;
- from Sunday 14 to Friday 19 February 2027 : afternoons ;
- from Sunday 21 to Friday 26 February 2027 : full days ;
- from Sunday 28 February to Friday 05 March 2027 : full days ;
- from Sunday 07 to Friday 12 March 2027 : full days ;
- from Sunday 14 to Friday 19 March 2027 : full days ;
- Saturdays in March (06/03, 13/03, 20/03, 27/03) : full days.
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Further information on the training programme...
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FAQ

What are the requirements to join?
  • Have achieved at least Flèche d'Or or Chamois de Vermeil level
  • Hold a valid FFS or Club esf licence
  • Have suitable slalom equipment
  • Be 16 years old or over
Which ski pass do I need for the training course?
The 3 Vallées ski pass is required.
What equipment do I need?
Please bring:
  • Slalom skis
  • A helmet
  • A back protector
  • Protective gear
What dates are available for this training course?
Training sessions are available as half-day or full-day sessions, depending on the period:
  • Sunday 21 to Friday 26 December 2025: afternoon sessions
  • January weekends (3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 January): Saturday morning sessions
  • Sunday 8 to Friday 13 February 2026: full-day sessions
  • Sunday 1 to Friday 6 March 2026: afternoon sessions
  • March weekends (14, 21 and 28 March): Saturday morning sessions

Timetables will be confirmed according to the selected period.
Where does the training course take place?
The training course takes place at the Chaudanne Stadium.

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