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Ski schools in Cervinia
Learn to ski in Cervinia
Located in the Italian Alps at an altitude of 2,050m, Breuil-Cervinia is a c.a. 1hr 45mins drive from Turin and 2,5hrs from Milan Malpensa. The resort has 200km pistes at all levels and is Italy’s most snow-sure, lying in the shadow of the Monte Cervino mountain - known by most as the Matterhorn. The resort opened in 1936 under the name Breuil. However, in the 1940’s it was decreed that the name should be changed to Breuil-Cervinia, in honour of the Italian mountain ranging above it.
Breuil-Cervinia’s high altitude means that snow is virtually guaranteed from November to May. It is also part of the Breuil-Cervinia Valtournenche Zermatt skiing region, which is one of the largest in the Alps. This extensive ski domain has a total of 360km of pistes and stretches across three valleys within Italy and Switzerland, the skiing area ranging in altitude from 1,524m at Valtournenche to 3,883m at the Piccolo Cervino.
Ski lessons for beginners in Cervinia
Breuil-Cervinia is definitely one of the best places in Europe to learn to ski, with excellent nursery slopes and 18 groomed beginner runs. Also, it is no secret that the red runs within the resort are so gentle that they would be classified as blue elsewhere.
Ski schools in Cervinia offer ski lessons from age 5yrs upwards, lessons lasting for 2,5hrs and the meeting point being at the top of the Plan Maison lift. Beginners are firstly taught the very basic moves of glide and the snowplough, to help them get used to their equipment.
The next step is to progress to some of the gentler slopes within the resort to practice longer glides and eventually try the first parallel turns. The main beginners area within Cervinia is at Plan Maison, which has various easy blues, plus a meandering green that traverses the mountain from Laghi Cime Bianche.
Slightly higher up, various reds meander down from Theodulpass - this being a further recommendation of the ski schools in Cervinia. Theodulpass is reached by taking a succession of ski lifts up from Plan Maison.
Kids’ ski lessons in Cervinia
Kids’ ski lessons in Cervinia are available for young skiers aged 5yrs and above. Ski novices are taken to the nursery and beginner slopes with magic carpets around the Plan Maison lift. The meeting point for the ski schools in Cervinia is directly by the top station of the lift. Here, first-time skiers learn their first moves on the snow; gliding and the snowplough.
Once basics have been established, beginners graduate onto slopes with more of a gradient. Around the Plan Maison area are plenty of gentle blue runs, the blue 5 run making a right-angle turn midway before leading back down to Breuil-Cervinia.
Advanced beginners practice their newly-learned technique on the slopes around the Campetto chairlift or in Plan Maison at the pommel lift and chairlift. The 11km Ventina red run is a skiing highlight and recommended by the ski schools in Cervinia as the ultimate goal for intermediate skiers.
Ski lesson prices in Cervinia
Ski schools in Cervinia offer group and private ski and snowboard lessons. The prices quoted are the lowest price per lesson within the season and does not include any extras, such as equipment:
| Kids ski lessons | Adults ski lessons | Snowboard lessons | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group | from 37EUR/2,5hrs | from 35EUR/2,5hrs | from 32€/2hrs |
| Private | from 38EUR/hr | from 38EUR/hr | from 38€/hr |
Ski hire Cervinia
There are 12 snow-sports hire centres within Cervinia, for skiers and snowboarders who prefer to rent their equipment.
Cervinia ski pass
The main ski pass available in Cervinia covers both the Breuil-Cervinia plus Valtournenche areas. Price variations of the ticket are available, according to length of stay, age and season. Ticket supplements can be bought to cover additional lifts, such as on the Matterhorn, or specific local areas, such as Zermatt. Ski schools in Cervinia will be happy to provide further details.
The best ski school in Cervinia
Ride’em Ski School
Ride’em offers ski, snowboard and freeride lessons both in groups and privately. Lessons are taught in English French and Italian
Meeting point: At the school flag by the top station of the Plan Maison lift
CheckYeti customers reviews: experienced, reliable, beginner friendly
What makes learning to ski in Cervinia so special
Breuil-Cervinia's high altitude – 3,480m at the top lift station – means that snow is virtually guaranteed from November to May. The resort is also open for summer glacier skiing and snowboarding, as well as at weekends already in October. Some ski schools in Cervinia offer lessons already in October.
Nestled in at 2,800m, Cervinia proudly lays claim to having not only the highest but also one of the best snow-parks in Europe: IndianPark is located in Plan Maison and is a 400m long, 100m wide freestyle area with kickers, rails a boarder cross course and lots of atmosphere. The park is open every day of the week throughout the season.
FAQs
How do we find a suitable activity?
In every ski resort you will find an overview of all available offers. On the left side you have filters to quickly find the right offer. For example, you can search specifically for beginner ski courses for children in groups.
How do we find offers for our desired date?
Under the menu item "Select course date" in the upper left corner of the page you can select a desired start date. At the top of the search results you will find the offers for the desired start date. Below follow offers in a similar period.
How do we find group lessons or private instructors?
Group courses are marked with "Group". You can search specifically for group courses by selecting the "Group" filter under the "Category" menu item. Private teachers are marked with the inscription "Private". You can search for private teachers by selecting the "Private" filter under the "Category" menu item.
How do we find offers in our language?
Under the menu item "Language" you can select a desired language. Afterwards only offers will be shown where this language is available.
When should we book?
During the holiday weeks, ski and snowboard courses are usually fully booked. In order to make sure that there is still a place available in the desired ski or snowboard course, the motto is: the sooner the better.
How do we find our appropriate experience level?
Next to the menu item "Experience level" you will find a description of the individual experience levels. If you're still not sure, you don't need to worry. Simply choose the experience level that best suits your abilities. Before the first lesson of a group course, ski schools will assess your abilities so that you can be placed in the right group. In any case, private instructors will take your abilities into account on an individual basis.
How do we find offers including equipment?
All offers including equipment are marked with the inscription "Ski rental included". If you find the inscription "Ski rental optional" you can book the equipment for this offer. You will find offers including equipment faster if you select the filter "Ski rental including" under the menu item "Popular options". Depending on the provider, an offer including equipment contains: skis, ski poles, ski boots and helmet. You will find a detailed list of the included rental items in the respective offer description.
There is no offer including equipment, where can we alternatively rent equipment?
In a ski resort there is almost without exception the possibility to rent winter sports equipment. If you book via CheckYeti, you will receive discounts from our partner Skiset, where you can conveniently reserve your equipment online.
How many participants are usually in a group?
This depends on the ski school. Some ski schools have a maximum number of participants per group. You can find this information in the descriptions of the offers.
At what age can children ski or snowboard?
There is no fixed age limit here. Supported by specially trained children's ski instructors, children can already learn to ski playfully at kindergarten age. Depending on the children's level of motoric and social development, the ideal starting age is between 4 and 5 years. Occasionally there are children who can already learn to ski at the age of 3 1/2 years.
How many days should the lessons last for our children?
During the holiday weeks, children's ski courses for beginners usually start on Sunday or Monday. The program is designed in such a way that the best learning results are achieved when your children take part in the ski course throughout the week. So they don't miss the final event (race, etc.) and experience a great week with their group. For advanced children the learning success usually kicks in on the third day.
Is it better to put our child in a group lesson or a private tuition?
The group lessons are generally recommended for beginners. Learning together with peers is more fun. The children are not constantly in the focus and have the possibility to catch their breath between the individual exercises, while the other children are on it. In order not to underchallenge highly talented children, a private ski instructor is recommended.
Can we join our child with a private instructor?
Yes, that's possible. Some providers even offer special family offers. Otherwise, you can simply book a private instructor for children or adults and inform the ski school after booking that you would like to go together.