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Kids Ski Lessons for Beginners

4.722 reviewsBooked 86×GrindelwaldOperated by Outdoor Switzerland AG Berg- und SchneesportWeather

This ski course offers children at the Swiss Snow League level the perfect learning environment with experienced ski instructors. The children learn to ski in groups in the Bodmi Arena in Grindelwald.

Course at a glance

CancellationFree up to 48 hours before
Who it's forChildren
LessonsGroup
LevelBeginners and Novices
Course timesMorning 09:40–13:00 · Afternoon 13:40–16:15 · Full day 09:40–15:00
Course days1 to 7 days in a row · starts Sat, Sun, Mon or Tue
Not includedSki pass and Equipment
LanguagesEnglish · German
Meeting pointBodmiARENA, Terrassenweg 104, 3818 Grindelwald
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This course
PricePricefrom CHF 79Pricefrom CHF 89Pricefrom CHF 200Pricefrom CHF 89
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Inclusions
  • Included:

    Group lessons

  • Included:

    Instruction

  • Included:

    Professional ski instructor

  • Optional:

    Lunch (only included with full-day instruction)

  • Not included:

    Ski pass

  • Not included:

    Equipment

Prices by course length

09:40–13:00 · 3 h 20 min per day

Morning
Course lengthPriceper day
1 morningCHF 89CHF 89
2 morningsCHF 159CHF 79.50
3 morningsCHF 229CHF 76.35
4 morningsCHF 299CHF 74.75
5 morningsLowest per dayCHF 339CHF 67.80
6 morningsCHF 409CHF 68.15
7 morningsCHF 479CHF 68.45

Base prices per child. Prices may vary on certain dates.

How a course day runs
  1. 09:40Meeting pointBodmiARENA, Terrassenweg 104, 3818 Grindelwald
  2. 09:40–13:00Morning lesson3 h 20 min per day · Morning and Full day
  3. 13:40–16:15Afternoon lesson2 h 35 min per day

Ski pass and Equipment: bring your own.

Plan a course for the whole family

Same time, same meeting point: we suggest the right course for each child.

Which level is right?
LevelCan already …
Beginnersis on skis for the first timeSuitable
Novicesskis in a snowplough, first turns on easy pistesSuitable
Intermediateskis blue and red pistes confidently
Advancedskis all pistes, fine-tuning technique and speed
Highlights
  • Ski course for children in a group
  • Beautiful ski area in the Bodmi Arena, ideally suited for beginners
  • Stunning view of the mountain panorama of the Grindelwald region
  • First-class support from experienced ski instructors
  • Lessons according to the levels of the Swiss Snow League
Description

The winter panorama of Switzerland is best experienced while skiing. So that you can soon ski with your whole family in the beautiful views of the higher slopes, children often need a lot of practice.

This ski course in the Bodmi Arena is perfect for learning to ski at a young age. Together with the mascot Snowli, your child learns to ski in a beautiful environment. You can choose whether your child attends classes for half days or full days. Additionally, there is the option for a supervised lunch break in the Bodmi Arena Kids Club, including meals.

Your child will be taught at the levels of the Swiss Snow League Bambini, Blue Prince/Princess, Blue King/Queen, and Blue Star.

Level Swiss Snow League

Children

  • Suitable for kids from 3 to about 6 years
  • Information about the story of Snowli
  • Walking, getting up, turning
  • Riding down the fall line in parallel and braking
  • First direction change from the fall line

Blue Prince/Princess

  • Suitable for kids from 5 to about 12 years
  • Info about the equipment
  • Getting up with stair and scissors step
  • Gliding and braking in snowplough
  • Skiing in parallel ski position with transitions and tricks
  • Snowplough turns

further subdivision in the Bodmi Arena:

Blue Prince/Princess 1

  • Beginners from 6 years.
  • You make your first steps in the snow in a playful way.

Blue Prince/Princess 2

  • Individuals from 6 years who have already gained some skiing experience
  • 3- to 5-year-olds who have successfully completed the Bambini course
  • You learn to brake on skis and maybe you will even complete your first platter lift ride.

Blue King/Queen

  • Suitable for kids from 5 to about 12 years
  • Info about the safe use of transportation facilities
  • Traversing and tricks
  • Side-slipping
  • Parallel skiing on easy waves and jumps
  • Snowplough swinging on an easy blue slope

Blue Star

  • Suitable for kids from 5 to about 12 years
  • Info about behaviour on slopes (FIS rules)
  • Swinging in the mini-pole forest and parcours
  • Riding on waves and bumps
  • Switch skiing in V-position with direction change
  • Snowplough swinging on a varied blue slope
Meeting point

BodmiARENA, Terrassenweg 104, 3818 Grindelwald

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Important information
  • Take along: Ski clothing, skis and equipment, ski pass, small snack for the tea break
Frequently asked questions
What age is the course for?
Children
How long is a course day?
Morning 09:40–13:00 (3 h 20 min) · Afternoon 13:40–16:15 (2 h 35 min) · Full day 09:40–15:00 (5 h 20 min)
How much does a course day cost?
From CHF 59.80 per day for 5 afternoons. 1 afternoon costs CHF 79.

Reviews

4.7

22 Reviews

Mariana30 Dec 2025

I booked again because the children were very happy. Many thanks to Jael and her colleague.

Daniela8 Mar 2025

Great care. The kids were thrilled. Many thanks for that.

Jacqueline22 Feb 2025

Cédric had been waiting for the Snowli. Unfortunately, it didn’t show up. Last time there was a kids' song at the end.

Anna10 Feb 2025

Amazing ski instructors. They connect with the kids and really put in tremendous effort! I'm very impressed!

Daniela1 Feb 2025

Great teachers. The kids had an amazing time. They’d love to come back as soon as tomorrow.

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Provider

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Outdoor Switzerland AG Berg- und Schneesport

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