Mauro Frongia

Mauro’s journey into skiing began before he was even born, and by the age of two he was already on skis. This early start sparked a lifelong passion for the mountains. Today, he enjoys carving and freeriding with friends, inspired by his grandfather, who skied until the age of 86.

Why did you choose to teach snowsport?
Some of my best childhood memories come from ski holidays. My ski instructor played a big part in making those experiences so special. I want to give that same feeling to others and help make their holidays unforgettable. My motto is: Do more of what makes you happy :)

What makes you special as an instructor?
I spend around 280 to 300 days on skis each year, which reflects how passionate I am about both skiing and teaching. I have trained across several ski instructor systems, including German, Irish, and Swiss, and have experience with others such as Argentinian, British, Italian, and French. This gives me a broad and flexible approach to teaching.

My passion has also taken me around the world. I have worked in top resorts such as Zermatt, Verbier, and Bariloche. I speak English, German, Italian, Spanish, and French, which helps me connect with a wide range of clients.

What do you do in the summers?
I follow the snow to South America during the European summer, so I rarely have a traditional off-season. There, I focus on ski touring, freeride competitions, and, of course, teaching.

Where is your favourite part of Zermatt to ski/ride?
Rote Nase and the Schwarzsee tree runs are incredible for off-piste skiing. For carving, I enjoy the quieter slopes in Valtournenche.

What is your favourite restaurant/mountain restaurant in Zermatt?
It is a difficult choice, but the mushroom soup at Blatten is a standout.

Why did you choose Zermatt?
Zermatt offers some of the longest and best-groomed runs in the world, along with excellent snow reliability and the possibility of year-round skiing. Combined with plenty of sunshine and great dining options, it is one of the world’s leading ski destinations.

What top handy top do you have for anyone visiting Zermatt?
Start your day early and take your time. The ski area is large, and it is impossible to see everything in one day, so enjoy the experience rather than rushing.

Mauro's clients say:
"We had a great week in zermatt … our group is a mix of snowboarders and skiers. For skier we had Mauro. Super nice guy with a lot of mountain knowledge … and super fast!!!"- Google, 3 February 2026