Level 1 

For people who have never done ski touring but have the level to ski down black pistes (ESF III course, parallel turns ok). Previous off-piste or inter-piste experience. Training by the guide in ski touring techniques, safety techniques and use of safety equipment: avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe. Not suitable for beginners - this is not a ski course!

Level 2

Mostly easy, wide slopes. Possibility of very easy glacial terrain. Basic ski touring skills required. The guide will teach you ski touring techniques.

Level 3

Slopes may include a few short steep sections. Good command of ski touring and skiing in all types of snow. Possibility of glacial terrain. Good command of conversions essential.

Level 4

Slopes with steep and sometimes exposed sections (40-45°). Very good command of ski touring and skiing in all types of snow. Working on rugged glacial terrain. Essential mastery of conversions and mountaineering techniques (crampons/ice axe).

Level 1

Approx 3/4 hours skiing per day. Expect to climb between 300 & 800 m per day.

Level 2

Good physical condition required, approx. 4 -6 hrs skiing per day, expect to do some climbing on foot, 500 to 1000m up a day.

Level 3

Good physical condition required, may involve some short climbs on foot or with skis - max 800 & 1200 m elevation gain per day.

Level 4 

Expect to ski all day long at a good pace. Tours may involve daily ascents of 1200 m or more.

Level 1

Accessible to the average skier with no previous freeride (off piste) skiing experience. You be capable of skiing black or red level slopes, course 3 ESF. You may go up a bit, not over 30 mn/day. Does not accept ski beginners, as it is not ski lessons.

Level 2

Accessible to the average skier used to all types of snow and at ease on black level pistes with some off piste experience. Short uphill sections with skins for less than 45 min per day, not requiring any ski touring technique knowledge. Ideal course for an experience skiing wishing to introduce him- or herself to freeride or off piste skiing.

Level 3

Good skier in all types of snow. Skiing at a good pace all day long. Slopes may have some short steep sections. Short uphill sections with skins, previous experience in ski touring expected.

Level 4

For experienced skiers at ease in all types of snow, having some couloir experience. Sustained pace all day long. Slopes may have some steep and exposed sections (40° - 45°). Uphill skinning sections, previous ski touring technique knowledge expected.

Level 1

You should be fit, approx 3/4 hrs skiing per day at an easy pace.

Level 2

Good physical condition, 4/6 hrs skiing per day, small uphill section on foot or with skins for max 45 min per day.

Level 3

Good physical condition, uphill on foot or with skins for less than 2 1/2 hrs per day. Full days skiing at a good pace.

Level 4

Good physical condition, full days skiing at a sustained pace, uphill sections with skins for maximum 3 hours.

MOUNTAIN BIKE

Level 1

For occasional to regular mountain bikers and/or sportsmen who want to keep fit and approach mountain biking in a 'cool' and progressive mode. Effort will be limited with low gradients or, depending on the trip, thanks to the shuttle bus service. We'll be riding mainly on gentle 4x4 tracks. No stress, we'll take it easy!

Level 2

For occasional mountain bikers and/or regular sportsmen and women. We'll be riding on progressive 4x4 tracks, with occasional steep sections. Expect to climb between 600m and 1000m per day.

Level 3

For keen mountain bikers or sports enthusiasts with a taste for hard work and who ride regularly. You are sporty and usually do one day's mountain bike outing a week and/or several short ones. You train at least several weeks before your departure. We'll be riding on climbs that are already substantial in terms of length and steepness, with pushing or carrying possible. Expect to climb between 800m and 1400m per day.

E-bike

Level 1

Open to all, beginners or experienced riders discovering enduro or all-mountain biking, who have never or rarely ridden mountain bikes or electric mountain bikes. We'll cover the technical elements that are essential for descending and climbing on rolling trails. The key to Level 2 will be in your pocket! 

Level 2

For mountain bikers who are already passionate about their sport and have a number of mountain biking experiences. You have a good command of gear shifting and braking, and are capable of overcoming an obstacle by lightening the bike, and climbing up or down short steep sections. Mountain bikers who want to improve their skills on singletrack descents that are rarely steep, sometimes technical (rocks, roots, etc.) but not exposed. Ideal for reinforcing the basics to acquire the grail of level 3! 

Level 3

For mountain bikers who are already good downhillers and confident in their technique. You'll be able to take hairpin bends, ride a sloping path without fear, control your braking, pass over small obstacles (such as roots, rocks, steps). The descents are long and sustained (but progressive over the week), sometimes steep, often technical, sometimes exposed but rarely dangerous. You'll emerge as an experienced rider, or even a crack rider!

Level 1/2

For occasional to regular mountain bikers and/or sports enthusiasts who want to stay in shape and take a cool, progressive approach to mountain biking. We'll be riding mainly on 4x4 tracks. Expect to cover between 400m and 800m of ascent/day. Don't worry, the electric assistance will surprise you with how easy it is! 

Level 2

For mountain bikers who already ride regularly, or who are regular sportsmen and women. We'll be riding on progressive 4x4 trails, with occasional steep sections. Expect to climb between 600m and 1400m per day, which is very affordable on an electric mountain bike. 

Level 3

For keen mountain bikers or sports enthusiasts with a taste for effort. We'll be riding on climbs that are already substantial in terms of length and steepness, with pushing or portaging possible. Expect to climb between 800m and 1400m per day.