Terrain, ability and group
The Val d'Anniviers ski area, which includes Grimentz, is renowned for the vast scope of its off-piste terrain along with a reputation for excellent snow cover. The terrain is varied with plenty of 1000+ m descents and hidden backcountry bowls where there are always fresh lines to be enjoyed. With lots of high altitude terrain along with north facing slopes, you can expect to find winter snow conditions here much later in the year compared to many other ski resorts.
Throughout the week we will continue to develop your backcountry skills, both to advance your technical riding ability and to increase your backcountry safety knowledge. Avalanche search & rescue training is included.
The Off Piste freeride course is designed as a progression from our Off Piste Freeride Intro Courses & Technical Performance course, although neither are a compulsory precursor.
- Sport
- Snowboard
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Adults only
- Yes
- Guiding
- Professional guiding from our very own snowboarding Mountain Guide, David Gladwin
- Coaching
- Backcountry skills coaching
Package
Included
- 5 full days guiding
- Accommodation
- Backcountry skills coaching
- Avalanche awareness, search & rescue training
- Avalanche safety equipment
Accommodation, travel and itinerary
Accommodation
You will be staying in the charming Hotel Le Besso situated in the centre of Zinal and a short walk to the ski lifts. The hotel offers stunning uninterrupted views out onto Le Besso and the glaciated peaks beyond. Half board accommodation is provided in ensuite rooms, based on two sharing. Enjoy substantial breakfasts and excellent evening meals in the hotels well regarded restaurant. To add to this, there is a micro-brewery on site!
Single rooms are available upon request and subject to availability and a single person supplement.
Getting There
- Located just 2 hours from Geneva, Zinal is a traditional town with no mass tourism meaning that the slopes remain quiet throughout the winter season.
- Hotel Le Besso is situated in the centre of Zinal and a short walk to the ski lifts.
Itinerary
This course has no set itinerary for the week. Your guide will decide on a daily basis where to head depending on weather and snow conditions along with some input on preferences from the group. Expect a fun and exciting week with daily backcountry adventures!
Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17 – Jan 23, 2027The page publishes no per-date availability; each date carries an "Enquire now" button rather than a live booking state. | 2026/27 | 7 days | 2,500 EURPer person, half board in an ensuite room based on two sharing at Hotel Le Besso; single rooms on request subject to availability and a single person supplement | Private Inquiry | Enquire on company website |
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 2, 2026.
Good To Know
You'll need avalanche safety gear (to include transceiver, probe and shovel) along with a backpack with straps for carrying a snowboard. We also recommend appropriate clothing to include waterproof jacket & pants which are ideally a thin shell under which you can fit plenty of layers. Consider packing extra layers in your backpack, such as a lightweight down vest & inner gloves, in case the weather changes unexpectedly.
Anyone age 18 & up is welcome to join our adults snowboard camps. The participants on our camps are generally aged from early twenties to mid sixties!