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Which Type of Ski Lesson Should You Choose? The Complete Guide by Évolution 2

Choosing the right ski lesson is essential if you want to progress quickly, build confidence, and make the most of your mountain holiday. At Evolution 2, a renowned network of adventure schools operating in more than 30 destinations in France and abroad, we offer a wide range of learning formats suitable for all ages, all levels, and most importantly all preferences: from group lessons to private lessons, as well as ski coaching, freeride, freestyle, and even snowboarding (for a change of pace).

In this article, find out which type of lesson best suits your level, your goals, and the way you want to learn.

2 children in group lessons with Evolution 2 La Clusaz

Evolution 2 group lessons: learn in a small group (maximum 8 people)

Who is it for?

  • Children from age 3 or 4, depending on the school

  • Teens and adults

  • Skiers from beginner to intermediate level

  • Anyone looking for a fun, friendly atmosphere to progress!

The goal of group lessons is to help you improve quickly thanks to the dynamics of a small group and the personalised guidance of our instructor.

So, why choose Evolution 2?

Unlike standard group lessons that take as many participants as possible, our groups are limited to 8 students maximum. This ensures:

  • more individual attention from the instructor

  • a real group dynamic

  • faster progression

  • a more reassuring environment, especially for beginners or children

Depending on your level, we offer:

  • Beginner: learning the basics, first turns, and building confidence on the slopes

  • Intermediate: mastering parallel turns, speed control

  • Advanced: first varied terrains, introduction to off-piste skiing

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Private lessons: maximum progress

Private lessons: maximum progress

Who is it for?

  • Children or adults

  • Complete beginners who want reassuring, personalised support

  • Skiers who want to quickly correct specific weaknesses

  • Families or small groups who want a dedicated instructor

  • Anyone who needs flexible scheduling

The purpose of private lessons is to offer a fully tailor-made learning experience, adapted to each person’s pace and goals. This format allows immediate correction of movements and makes it easier to overcome fears or technical plateaus than in a group setting. The instructor adjusts entirely to the skier, helping you gain technique, confidence, and style! Plus, you can learn together as a family.

According to level:

  • Beginner: ideal for learning faster

  • Intermediate: refining parallel turns

  • Advanced: advanced technique, varied terrain, carving, speed

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Off-piste outing with an Evolution 2 ski instructor in Balme, La Clusaz

Ski Coaching: the premium experience with a dedicated instructor

Who is it for?

  • Intermediate to expert skiers

  • Those who want to choose their own instructor—especially if they already have a favourite

  • Ski enthusiasts looking for a full day of performance or adventure

  • Skiers who want to quickly correct specific weaknesses

  • Families or small groups wanting a dedicated instructor

  • Anyone needing flexible scheduling

Ski coaching offers full immersion with a ski instructor who tailors the experience to your goals: pure technique, exploring the ski area, off-piste preparation, ski touring, mountain safety… An ideal format for anyone looking to take their skiing to the next level.

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Freeride skier in Chamonix supervised by an Evolution 2 instructor

Freeride skiing (Off-Piste): for lovers of wide-open spaces

Who is it for?

  • Experienced skiers

  • Those who want to explore unmarked terrain safely

  • Teenagers, with our Junior Academy programs!

With off-piste skiing, experience true freedom—safely—under the guidance of an Evolution 2 instructor: snow analysis, powder-skiing techniques, use of safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, probe), and exploration of the most beautiful routes in your favourite resort. Freeride with a professional instructor means safety + enjoyment + progression.

At Evolution 2, freeride isn’t reserved only for adults or expert skiers. Our unique teaching approach also allows children to gradually discover natural terrain through the Junior Academy. Starting from the Yéti Rider and Junior Academy 1 group levels, kids are introduced to the diversity of off-piste skiing:

  • Discovery of varied natural terrains

  • First notions of snow behaviour and reading the terrain

  • Introduction to mountain safety fundamentals

  • Fun, engaging learning with a specialised instructor

  • Small groups for controlled, steady progression

Off-piste skiin
Freestyle ski lesson with an instructor and their students in Val Thorens

Freestyle skiing: for an extra thrill

Who is it for?

Freestyle may seem intimidating at first, but at Evolution 2 it becomes accessible to everyone: kids, teens, adults… as long as you have a solid skiing or snowboarding level and the desire to explore a new way of expressing your riding style. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn tricks, rails, jumps, and switch riding!

Objectives:

  • First jumps

  • Landing control

  • Safety in the snowpark or flat zones

  • Skill improvement and developing your own style

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Student in a snowboard lesson with Evolution 2

And why not try snowboarding?

Snowboarding is a fantastic way to experience the mountains differently, especially if you already ski! Our lessons allow riders of all levels to discover the discipline gently and safely, with real progression in mind. Guided by an instructor, you’ll learn the essentials: balance, turning, speed control... or refine your technique in carving, freeride or even freestyle. Snowboarding offers sensations you won’t find on skis. So why not try the adventure on a single board this season?

Choosing your ski lesson ultimately means choosing how you want to experience the mountains! Some people enjoy the steady progress of a small group, while others prefer personalised guidance to build confidence. Some want to push their limits in freeride or express themselves through freestyle, while others are simply discovering the magic of their first slides. At Evolution 2, every skier: child, teen, adult, beginner or advanced—finds their place, their pace, their style, and above all, their enjoyment. Our instructors share more than technique: they share a passion.

Whether you dream of learning, improving, or living a different kind of adventure, there is always a lesson designed for you. All that’s left is to put on your skis… and carve your own line in the snow.

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