Private ski lesson
€85 / hour
- One instructor, one student
- Video analysis of your technique
- Personalised drill plan to take home
- Flexible scheduling (morning or afternoon)
- Helmet included if needed
Skiing & Snow Sports pricing
The rates below are indicative starting prices in euros. Your final quote depends on the resort, season (peak weeks in February cost more than early December) and group size. We confirm the exact amount before you pay anything, so there are no surprises.
All prices exclude lift passes and personal equipment hire unless stated otherwise. VAT is included where applicable; Alpine Edge is an Irish-registered business.
Our packages
Group course (5 half-days)
€280 / person
- 4 to 6 participants per group
- Matched by ability level
- Monday to Friday, 09:30–12:30
- End-of-week progress report
- 10% off lift pass at partner resorts
Backcountry tour
€190 / person / day
- Full day (approx. 6 hours on snow)
- Max 4 guests per guide
- Avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel provided
- Route chosen based on current snowpack
- Packed lunch not included
Snowboard clinic
€120 / session (half-day)
- Up to 3 riders per session
- Choose freestyle, carving or park focus
- Helmets and wrist guards supplied
- GoPro footage of your runs
- Follow-up tips via email
Family package (1 week)
€950 / family of 4
- 2 adults + 2 children (ages 6–15)
- Kids in small group, adults in private sessions
- 5 mornings of instruction
- One family guided ski afternoon
- 15% off lift passes at partner resorts
What affects the final price?
Several factors can move the cost up or down from the starting prices shown above. The most significant is timing: high-season weeks (school holidays, Christmas, mid-February) carry a surcharge of roughly 15–20 percent because resort costs and accommodation prices rise across the board during those periods.
Resort choice matters too. A day in Chamonix costs more in guide fees and logistics than a day in Mayrhofen. When you get in touch, tell us your preferred destination and dates and we'll build a quote that reflects the real costs for that specific trip.
Group size pushes the per-person price down. If you bring six friends for a backcountry tour instead of two, the guide fee is split more ways and each person pays less. We cap group sizes for safety, but within those limits, bigger groups save money.
Equipment hire is not included in our prices. Most resorts offer rental packages from about €25 to €45 per day depending on the quality of the gear. We can recommend shops that give our clients a small discount.
Common questions
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes. We require all participants to hold travel insurance that covers winter sports. Most standard policies exclude skiing unless you add a winter-sports extension, which typically costs between €15 and €40 for a week. Check your policy before you travel.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Cancellations more than 14 days out receive a full refund. Between 7 and 14 days you get 50 percent back. Inside 7 days, the fee is non-refundable unless we cancel the session due to unsafe weather. Rescheduling is free if you give us at least 48 hours notice.
Are lift passes included?
No. Lift passes are purchased separately from the resort. However, we have partnerships with several resorts in Austria, France and Switzerland that give our clients 10–15 percent off the standard pass price. We'll send you the discount code when you book.
What if conditions are poor on my booked day?
If our guide judges conditions to be unsafe (high avalanche risk, storm-force winds, visibility below 20 metres), we will reschedule at no extra cost. If a reschedule isn't possible within your trip, we refund the session in full.
How do I pay?
We send an invoice by email after confirming your booking. Payment is by bank transfer or card. A 30 percent deposit secures your dates; the balance is due 7 days before the first session.