Freeride 1
This course is designed for skiers who already have experience with off piste skiing, have basic knowledge of avalanche science, and can ski down in a controlled manner in various snow conditions. Would you like to learn to interpret avalanche situations and challenge yourself on steep descents in fresh snow? Then the freeride 1 course is for you!
Goal:
During this course you will learn all the skills and techniques necessary to ski safely in all conditions you will find around the ski area. You will get a deeper understanding of avalanche science, and you will learn to apply and analyze the knowledge. You will learn to properly interpret the avalanche report. You will learn how to properly handle your trinity and will perform an avalanche rescue yourself, in a controlled situation. From the elevator, you will go directly off the piste or take a short hike first and then drop in. Since you will be skiing a lot off-piste, you will also learn to orient yourself properly, and work on your technique at the same time!
Entry requirements:
Downhill: All slopes in the ski area you will come down smoothly, controlled and with proper technique. You can also ski in different snow types, and come down mogul slopes and off-piste terrain with ease.
Fitness: You can easily handle a day off-piste.
Off-piste experience: At least two weeks off-piste experience.
Off-piste knowledge: Basic avalanche knowledge (off-piste basic course, WePowder safety module 1 or comparable course).
Freeride 2
The Freeride 2 course is the highest level Freeride course we offer this year.* With the guide, we will look at the level of the group with the goal of getting the coolest lines!
The freeride two course is designed for skiers who already have a lot of experience in off-piste skiing, and who have a lot of knowledge about avalanche science and can apply it in the terrain.
Goal:
During the course you will mainly make a lot of meters. You will get further away from the elevators, possibly with a short hike, and learn to read the terrain better. You will get many tips so you can learn to go off-piste in a responsible way.
Entry requirements:
Descending: You will descend in medium to steep off-piste terrain (<35 to 40 degrees). Furthermore, treeruns and hip-deep snow are not a problem.
Experience: Have successfully completed the Freeride 1 course and have also skied off-piste for several weeks.
Knowledge: You have advanced knowledge of avalanche science (WePowder safety module 1+2, freeride 1 course, or comparable course). You can interpret the avalanche message and can handle an avalanche pager, shovel and probe.
Fitness: You can handle a day of steep descents with short hikes from the lift.