Everything You Need to Know About Your Child's Ski Lesson

Ski Lesson Information for Parents

A ski course is more than just lessons on the slopes!

We’ve thought of everything—from the lunch break to the big Friday race.

Schneesportschule Samnaun. Aufgenommen am 13. April 2024. Foto Mayk Wendt

Ski School Taxi: Pickup and Drop-off Service

Our snow sports school offers a convenient pick-up and drop-off service for all children who live in the Samnaun Valley.

Your benefits at a glance:

A stress-free morning: No driving stress—your child will be picked up right near your lodging.
Time savings: You don’t have to drive to the valley station or the ski resort yourself.
Safety & reliability: Transportation is provided by experienced drivers from the ski school.
Flexibility: Various pickup locations and the option to take your child to the valley station yourself.

Procedure, Costs, and Organization

Schedule:

Children are picked up in the morning near their vacation accommodations and brought back after class.
Alternatively, your child can be picked up or dropped off at the base station of the double-decker gondola (Samnaun-Ravaisch).

Cost:

The transfer costs CHF 6 per day per child
The transfer can be added as an add-on to the course when booking online.

Travel Times & Stops:

You can find the exact times and stops in the PDF here

Organizational Information Regarding Pickup:

Please be ready at the stop with your child at least 5 minutes before departure.
Departure times may vary depending on group size, weather, etc.
Ski Pass Required: Each child must have a valid ski pass.
In case of delay: Please take your child directly to the valley station of the mountain railways or to the meeting point at Alp Trida (Kinderland).

Organizational Information Regarding the Return Service:

Unfortunately, we cannot offer a return service at noon.
Arrival times may vary depending on group size, weather conditions, and the gondola schedule.
If your child is not to be brought back as scheduled, please inform the responsible
children’s ski instructor.

Lunchtime Supervision

The time spent together at lunchtime is an important part of an unforgettable ski school experience: The children get to know their “friends” and grow closer as a group.

The younger children (Bambini through Group 2) eat at the Alp Trida mountain restaurant. Older children (Group 3 and up) are supervised at the Sattel Panorama restaurant. There’s a different menu every day. Lunch supervision takes place from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. and can be booked as an add-on.

Important: Does your child have a food intolerance? Just let us know in advance—we’ll be happy to accommodate it.

Ski Race with an Awards Ceremony

Every Friday, the children show off their skiing skills on the race course. As they put on their race numbers—and certainly by the time they reach the starting line—the excitement builds. Of course, all racers are honored with a commemorative medal, and the fastest ones also get to take home gold, silver, or bronze.

Note: For data protection reasons, we no longer publish the results online—on race day, the children will learn their rankings directly on site.

Information About the Ski Race

Ski Race Schedule:

Every Friday, at the ski resort.
Beginners will complete their race at the Milo Lift (N3).
Advanced skiers complete their race at the Alptrider Sattel (Run 69b).

Registration:

Children participating in the ski course are automatically registered for the race.
Non-ski school guests are also welcome—register by 4:00 p.m. the day before at the ski school office.

Meeting point & race bib pickup: 9:45 a.m. at Alp Trida (Kinderland Arena)

Entry fee: Included in the course fee.

Awards Ceremony: approx. 11:30 a.m. at Alp Trida (Kinderland Arena)

Race start: approx. 10:30 a.m. at Alptrider Sattel (Slope 69b)

Frequently Asked Questions About Ski Lessons

Age & Getting Started

At what age can children start taking ski lessons?

Ages 3 and up. For younger children, we recommend the introductory course (ages 2½ and up). For snowboard courses, we recommend a minimum age of 7—however, children may be younger for private lessons.

What if the group I choose isn't a good fit for my child's abilities?

No problem—you can easily switch at any time; our ski instructors will take care of it for you.

Equipment & Safety

Is wearing a helmet required?

Overall, the risk of injury is low for children. However, the head is most at risk when using lifts and other equipment or in the event of a fall—which is why we strongly recommend wearing a helmet.

What should I keep in mind when choosing clothes?

Warm, water-repellent, and breathable clothing that allows for good range of motion. Pants should be long enough to prevent snow from getting into your ski boots.

What is the best sunscreen to use?

A good pair of ski goggles, as well as sunscreen and lip balm with a sun protection factor of at least 30.

Does my child need ski poles?

Poles are not required in the Kids' Area. Starting in Group 4 (when children can ski the plow turn confidently), please have your child bring their own poles.

What equipment does my child need for snowboarding?

A snowboard and matching boots—you can rent both at ZEGG Sport & Mode.

Prices, Ski Passes, and Additional Services

Is the ski pass included in the course price?

No. Children under 10 years of age ski for free when accompanied by an adult; everyone else needs their own ski pass. You can find the current rates on Samnaun’s official ski pass website.

How much does the lunch program cost?

CHF 18.– per day, including meals, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The younger children (Bambini through Group 2) eat at the Alp Trida mountain restaurant, while the older children (Group 3 and up) eat at the Sattel Panorama restaurant.

How do I report a food intolerance?

The easiest way is to let us know when you make your reservation or at the ski school office.

How much does the pickup service cost?

CHF 3.– per day for half-day courses, CHF 6.– per day for full-day and Snow Riders courses. The shuttle runs between Samnaun Village and Samnaun-Compatsch and can be selected as an add-on when booking online.