Verbier might be famous for its steep slopes and legendary freeride terrain, but it’s also one of the best places in Switzerland to learn to ski. With wide beginner-friendly pistes, world-class instructors, and a lively après-ski scene, Verbier has something for every skier - especially those taking their first turns.
If you’re planning your first ski trip, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about skiing in Verbier as a beginner.
While Verbier is renowned as a playground for advanced skiers, it’s also incredibly welcoming to newcomers. Some highlights include:
Often called the “baby slope,” Les Esserts is the go-to beginner area in Verbier. It’s wide, gentle, and has a magic carpet lift and a button lift - ideal for your very first ski experience.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, La Chaux is the next step. With long, gentle blue runs, you can practice linking turns and controlling your speed in a more open environment.
The slopes of Savoleyres provide long easy blues, scenic vistas and quiet slopes so you can relax into your lesson and focus on developing the fundamentals required to start conquering new challenges.
Tip: Booking a private instructor means you’ll progress faster and gain the confidence to tackle Verbier’s wider ski area.
If it’s your first time skiing, a lesson will usually cover:
At Pulse Snowsports, our instructors make sure beginners not only learn the basics, but also enjoy the experience - because feeling comfortable on the snow is the first step to becoming a confident skier.
Once you’re comfortable on blue runs, Verbier opens up a world of opportunities:
Learning to ski is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have, and Verbier is the perfect place to begin. At Pulse Snowsports, our team of highly qualified instructors offers:
Book your first ski lesson in Verbier today and let’s make your first turns unforgettable.
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