Conor comes from small village called Bettsytown, 40km up the coast from Dublin. Conor started he ski career in Canada before heading to Mt Cheesman in New Zealand. After several back to back winters from New Zealand to Europe, Conor moved to Perhiser in Australia before settling last winter in Nendaz. Having now completed his level 3 ISIA stamp through IASI (Irish association of Snowsports instructors) he plans to make Nendaz his new home and has ambitions of becoming a Swiss Patente and trainer in the winters to come.
John Taylor
John is from Preston a small village in the north of England. He started skiing when he was 8 years old and returned to ski in Nendaz nearly every year since with his family. Being a ski instructor was always his dream job and is now living the dream travelling the world and seeing amazing places. He enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking and music however his main passion is skiing.
John’s best day skiing ever was a few years ago in Nendaz, it had snowed heavily the night before and my dad and I skied all day getting lost in the woods.
Neill Wilson
Neill has worked with ES in Zermatt since 2015/2016. Returning year on year to teach seasoned holiday makers and those who are just discovering skiing for the first time. He is a patient and confident, inspiring instructor who will tailor your time with him, whether you want to ski hard and improve your technical ability, it’s your first time back on skis after a few years off or you’ve never seen snow and want to try something new and exciting.
Why did you choose to teach skiing?
I have always enjoyed coaching and learning new skills so I decided to get qualified! I haven’t looked back since!
What is your favourite restaurant in Zermatt?
For a relaxing break and great food, Blue Lounge is top of my list.
Where is your favourite part of Zermatt to ski?
In Zermatt my favourite place to go for a slide is the Schwarzsee area…although Furggsattel on a clear blue sky day is hard to beat. This question is too hard, next please.
What do you do in the summer?
I change what I do most summers, from roofing work to working in an opticians.
What top handy tip do you have for anyone visiting Zermatt?
We’re very high here and when it gets cold it can get very cold! There is no replacement for layered clothing, specific ski socks and ski gloves.
Why did you pick Zermatt?
There are many resorts but none quite like this one, Zermatt has a super comfortable vibe, great skiing, great food and a mountain that has been photographed more times than a new born baby.
Max Clavbo Pettersson
Max is commig back for an 8th winter in Zermatt. He can’t wait to teach the old and new clients, no matter the level, and to show you all the best lunch/coffee spots available in Zermatt and Cervinia. Book him for the ultimate Swedish Experience.
What is your favorite part of Zermatt to ski?
I enjoy cruising on Gornergrat with the wide easy slopes and go for Lunch In Alphitta.
Or in Cervinia and enjoy a great Italian lunch with all that comes with it.
What makes you special as an instructor?
Having soon taught half of my life soon and being able to teach in 4+languages, I think I have alot of experience and patience to adapt myself to all situations. And the 7 seasons done in Zermatt give me the homefield advantage of knowing the area insideout.
Luke Dobney
Luke fell in love with skiing on a school trip when he was 14. Since then he has been a ski instructor in Canada, Australia and Japan. However his favourite resort is Verbier and he has done 9 seasons here teaching.
What do you do in the summers?
I live in Verbier full time and work in building and maintenance during the summer here.
Where is your favorite part of Verbier to ski/ride?
The Piste de l’Ours in Veysonnaz. Or Mont Gelé for off piste
What is your favorite restaurant/mountain restaurant in Verbier?
Les Chottes in Veyonnaz is great. It’s run by a local farmer. They have an ice tunnel and a hot tub too. In Verbier I love La Gouma – best pizza in town!
Why did you choose Verbier?
It has the best ski terrain around and an amazing local community. Plus it’s nearly always sunny!
Georgia Le Marquand
Georgia comes from Jersey a small Island in the English Channel. She started skiing at a young, this prompted her to train as a ski instructor in her gap year where she worked a season in Japan before coming back to her Nendaz where her family has a chalet. Georgia works part time for the school whilst also studying at university in the UK.