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Take full advantage of Flaine’s exceptional backcountry terrain with this week long programme, offering the perfect opportunity to elevate your off piste skills with our team of first-class instructors!
What's Included
What’s included
- Return coach transfers from Geneva airport
- 7 nights chalet accommodation with sauna
- 6 days chalet board with host service
- 5 days with Instructors
- Transceiver if required
- Discounted Ski Passes (can be ordered at a discount pre-trip)
What’s not included
- Flights
- Lunches (Approx €25 a day)
- Ski Passes
- Ski/boot hire
- Metal shovel, probe & rucksack
On Snow Experience
This week has been designed for those who already have completed at least 1 week of off piste skiing and are now looking to build on their technique and skills to be able to tackle more challenging terrain. This course would be a perfect follow on from the Learn to Ski Powder week and a reasonable level of fitness is recommended for this trip. You will start the week with an exploratory warm-up day to get your ski legs working again. Following this are five full days of tuition from some of the best instructors in the Alps, who will offer technique improvement along with guidance around advanced terrain and conditions. You will be split into groups of up to a maximum of 6 based on your ski profile and experience. This trip is for Beginner (Red+) and Intermediate (Silver) off piste skiers – at the end of the week you will be given an updated ski grade from your instructor or Ski Club Rep.
Instructors, Chalet Hosts and Ski Club Reps
Diane Moreau
My name is Diane Moreau. I live with my family in Meze, a small town in the south of France next to the Etang de Thau. I have a 22-year-old son. I'm passionate about skiing and sailing, and it became my job.
I really enjoy sharing my skills and knowledge with my clients, helping them to improve and having fun at the same time. I adapt my lessons to individual needs so that everyone progresses at their own pace.
Environmental aspect is also a key part of the way I teach. My favourite resort is Flaine; I've been riding this mountain since 1991, always looking for hidden slopes. Sharing them with my customers is my greatest pleasure! Smooth instruction helps them gain confidence and makes the most of their rides!
Philippe Clerc
I've been a ski instructor and mountain leader for over 30 years and I'm one of the few people who live in Flaine all year round. I love showing people around my adventure terrain and teaching them the best way to explore it safely. In winter it's free ride skiing, ski touring or snowshoeing and in summer hiking and mountain biking as a guide. I will try to bring you all my teaching experience and knowledge of the unique mountain environment of Flaine!
Anna & Tom
Anna started skiing when she was 8 and snowboarding when she was 14 and loves both equally. She has done 3 previous winter seasons in Tignes and Meribel, which are two of her favourite resorts as well as Lake Louise in Canada and Cardrona in New Zealand. She loves off piste skiing and snowboarding but also empty, wide, freshly groomed blue runs.
Tom started skiing in his mid-twenties trying to keep up with his older brother in Bulgaria. He then did a winter season in Chamonix after climbing Mont Blanc with friends a few months before. He would recommend the Kandahar run in Chamonix and loved skiing in the Tatra Mountains in Slovakia.
Anna & Tom decided to do another season together as they are passionate about cooking, hosting and skiing. They run their own street food business together over the summer, serving their home cooked food at big music festivals all over the UK.
John Cook
I first discovered skiing when I was 11 and went on my first ski holiday with my school to Austria - I can't remember where, it was a very long time ago! Never mind, the place didn't leave much of an impression but the sport certainly did. I continued to ski until my 20's when it became a religion and I then qualified as an instructor. That still wasn't good enough, the passion grew and grew until now in my 30's, the time came for a career break: I left the world of design and set up a small independent ski company based in the Chamonix valley. Which I ran successfully for 5 years, until the real world caught up with me again.
I saw the club Rep position, not merely as a means to ski more, but give back some of my passion for the sport by helping other skiers enjoy there holiday to the max., through what I see as an invaluable club service. So what happens when the snow melts? You'll often find me on the Dorset coast windsurfing, running, cycling...See you on the slopes!
Clive Tayton
Been skiing since a schoolboy and love it as much now as when I first started. Having done instruction, racing, snowboarding and ski ballet over the years, these days I prefer to ski off piste wherever safely possible, and enjoy the freedom that brings to exploring much more of the mountains.
Dave Beecham
I have been a Ski Club rep for many years, and some of my favourite resorts to work in are Flaine and Chamonix. I can't wait to meet you on the slopes this winter!
Val Moore
Hello! I was lucky enough to have parents up for adventure taking me, age 6, to the Caingorms, and to the Alps through my teen years.
Coming late to SCGB I discovered the Freshtracks holidays signing up for Andermatt pre- Christmas 2017, and then the Leaders (now Reps) Course in 2018.
Best skiing moment of recent times was taking my niece and nephew to Bulgaria in half term... who would have thought it - brilliant!!
Close second, have been skiing the Vallee Blanche and Grande Montets back country in Chamonix, getting deep in the Niseko powder, and heliskiing through the forest and mountain tops in Canada. One lucky girl, now I'm just trying to keep sharing those skiing moments in winter and swimming open water challenges during the summer for as long as I can.
Find out more about this trip ...
We are ATOL and ABTOT protected so you can book with confidence knowing your money is secure.
Our holidays are a great way to meet and ski with other members of a similar ability to you.
Have questions? Call now and talk to our friendly team of holiday experts on 020 8410 2022.
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Prices include
7 nights chalet accommodation, six nights chalet board, twin share rooms, set coach transfers, 5 days with instructors
Should you prefer to arrange your own transport and accommodation, a course only option is available for £595 – call the Freshtracks team on 020 8410 2022 to book.
Prior to booking, it is essential that guests have the correct ski profile for the holiday. See our profiles here.
| Start date | End date | Ski Profile | Peak Experience | Availability | Price | Deposit | ||||||||
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| Start date | 14-12-2024 | End date |  21-12-2024 |
Ski Profile |
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Peak Experience | Availability | 10 spaces | Price | From: £595 | Deposit | £300 | ||
| Start date | 11-01-2025 | End date | 18-01-2025 |
Ski Profile |
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Peak Experience | Availability | 7 spaces | Price | From: £1650 | Deposit | £300 | ||
| Start date | 15-02-2025 | End date | 22-02-2025 |
Ski Profile |
|
Peak Experience | Availability | 10 spaces | Price | From: £595 | Deposit | £300 | ||
| Start date | 01-03-2025 | End date | 08-03-2025 |
Ski Profile |
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Peak Experience |
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Availability | 3 spaces | Price | From: £595 | Deposit | £300 |
Book with confidence - the Ski Club is ABTOT and ATOL protected
Consistently excellent snow quality and ski-in-ski-out slopes, Flaine is the jewel in the crown of the Grand Massif's 265km of varied and exciting ski area.
The north-facing bowl above Flaine has a reputation for maintaining great snow conditions, whether this is on the gentle blues above the resort or on the plentiful off piste that gives this resort so much variety. Add in the network of mostly tree-lined slopes dropping down towards Samoëns, Les Carroz and Morillon and the 265km of linked pistes will keep all but the most expert of skiers happy. So, it’s no surprise that Flaine has long been a key part of Ski Club Freshtracks and once again this winter we’re offering 15+ weeks of holidays at the two Chalet Freshtracks – ranging from Advanced Powder Skills holidays to Learn to Ski Powder trips.
Beginner- Fast lifts
- Intermediate
Resort Activities- Advanced
- Aprés
- Snow
- Value
Flaine’s off piste terrain welcomes skiers of all levels. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, this resort delivers the ultimate skiing experience.
Pros and cons
- Great snowsure bowl with varied local terrain
- Lots of variety throughout the 265km network of slopes of the Grand Massif
- Family-friendly resort and great beginner areas
- Very quick transfer from Geneva
- Still some slow old chairlifts, but new lifts have helped
- Bad weather can close lifts and runs above the tree-line
- Can be relatively quiet in the evening and fewer resort activities than larger resorts
- Original 1960s buildings are not to everyone’s taste
Chalet Freshtracks
Expect a warm welcome and fantastic hospitality throughout your trip to Flaine. You will stay in one of our two Scandinavian style chalets located in the colourful Hameau de Flaine in the upper part of the resort.
Your holiday includes a 7 night chalet stay with full chalet service including; continental breakfast on 7 mornings plus hot options on 5 mornings, afternoon tea cakes on 6 days, three course meals on 5 nights, a pre prepared meal on Monday night (your rep will help to serve), Cremant & canapes on 2 nights, cheeseboard and port on 2 nights and to wash it all down, beer and wine is included on an evening. Our experienced chalet hosts will be on hand to look after you throughout your stay, they will have a day off on a Wednesday when your Ski Club rep will organise a restaurant (payable locally). They also be off on a Monday evening and one other morning.
Each chalet has 6 bedrooms, 3 of which are en suite and the other 3 on the upper level, have use of a shared bathroom and are for single occupancy. Both chalets have WiFi and are equipped with a spacious open plan living and dining area, plus a sauna to ease those aching muscles at the end of the day. There is no parking at the chalet, however there are free parking options close by, should you choose to drive to resort.
Chalet Freshtracks
81 Rte de Flaine
74300 Arâches-la-Frasse
France
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Travel Information
Flights are not included on this holiday, however a return group transfer departing from Geneva Airport at 15:30 is provided. Please arrive at the airport at least one hour before. We ask that you meet your Ski Club Rep at the Jazz Café in the arrivals hall by 15:00 at the latest to ensure the smooth running of the transfer. The return transfer will arrive back to Geneva airport on the inbound date by 10:45. We recommend you book a return flight that departs at 13:00 or later.
If you are choosing to drive to resort, please note that there is no parking at the chalets. There are, however, some spaces above the chalets and also free parking in the Col de Pierre car park approx. a 15 minute walk from the chalets.
Confirmation
Once the holiday has been confirmed, please send your flight details (flight numbers, arrival and departure time) to the Freshtracks Team via email to ku.oc.bulciks@sloh.
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What You Need to Know
If you require ski hire, we have a great arrangement with Flaine Super Ski, who stock excellent all terrain skis for our groups. They are adjacent to the main lift station and as a Ski Club member you will get a 20% discount. No pre booking necessary.
Prices for 24/25 season TBC.
14th – 21st Dec 2024 : John Cook
11th – 18th Jan 2025 : Clive Tayton
15th – 22nd Feb 2025 : Dave Beecham
1st – 8th Mar 2025 : Val Moore
14th – 21st Dec 2024 : Diane Moreau & Team
11th – 18th Jan 2025 : Diane Moreau & Team
15th – 22nd Feb 2025 : Diane Moreau & Team
1st – 8th Mar 2025 : Diane Moreau & Team
It is a condition of booking that you have valid and adequate snowsports insurance. It is your responsibility to ensure your policy provides cover for all the activities that you participate in during your holiday.
We offer a Ski Club Insurance policy which provides the cover we require for all bookings. This policy can be found here: Ski Club Travel Insurance – Ski Club Of Great Britain
If you decide to purchase insurance elsewhere, it is your responsibility to ensure that your policy provides cover as that of the Ski Club Insurance policy. The policy of insurance should provide cover for personal injury, death, medical and repatriation costs in the countries which you intend to visit, together with cover for loss of baggage and valuables, personal liability, delay, cancellation, curtailment, missed departure and legal expenses. The policy should also include cover against losses caused by the effects or consequences of Covid-19.
Due to the type of holidays that you will be booking with us, we also advise that your policy should include skiing off-piste without a guide. Please note, insurance premiums must be paid at the same time as booking in order for the package holiday or single service cancellation cover to be effective. It is also advised to keep your insurance details with you while you are on your holiday. If you choose to travel without adequate insurance cover, we will not be liable for any losses howsoever arising, in respect of which insurance cover would otherwise have been available.
Passport – Check your passport is in date and valid for travel by checking the entry requirements for your destination country – you can see these here: Foreign travel advice – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
For most European destinations your passport should:
- have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago
- have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area
Check your passport meets these requirements before you travel.
NB: Starting in 2025 (Date TBC) travel authorisation will be required to travel withing Europe – find out more here ETIAS (europa.eu)
When venturing off piste, it is compulsory to wear an avalanche transceiver. These can be provided by the Ski Club and should be worn by every person on every all mountain, off piste and touring holiday. Anyone joining these holidays will also be required to bring their own backpack, shovel and probe.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Any Member wishing to ski/snowboard with a Ski Club Group, in any of the resorts where the Ski Club is represented, agrees to do so under the following conditions:
- You appreciate that the Ski Club Rep is a volunteer with no formal qualifications as an instructor or mountain guide.
- You also appreciate that no other member of the group undertakes any obligations to you concerning your safety for which you remain solely responsible.
- You must ensure that your equipment is in good working order before setting off for the day and that you are suitably clothed for the proposed itinerary and all possible weather conditions.
- You must decide whether or not a particular run or route is within your competence.
- You must ensure that you are properly equipped for that day. If you are skiing off piste you must have a shovel, probe and transceiver, and know how to use them. If you are using a Ski Club transceiver, it is your sole responsibility to know how to use it.
- It is your sole responsibility to ensure that you are suitably insured for the activities intended to be undertaken.
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