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Formation week day 2
Free Ski Lesson in Verbier This Weekend
Each December ES runs an exciting training week for its staff; instructors catch up with the latest in technique, teaching and customer service as well as old friends. Part of this week involves trial lessons. All our instructors are qualified and experienced but it’s a great chance to settle into the season and get back into the teaching groove.
On Saturday and Sunday this weekend ES instructors will be available to give short lessons morning and afternoon. Each half day will include two short lessons, aimed at improving your performance. All we ask in return is that you give a short debrief to an ES manager.
Lessons will be private or in small groups depending on how many people show up. If you would like to come along, lessons will be starting at 10.00 am and 13.30 at Ruinettes. Look out for an ES instructor on the steps of the restaurant and come and join in. Please register by filling in this form. There will also be some skis to test from our host shop Mountain Air.
Interview with Gus Persson
* Why do you choose to teach snowsports?
I chose to teach snowsports because i really enjoy teaching all ages and seeing them get the same enjoyment out of each day as i do. in my opinion snowsports in general is a no brainer as they are the best fun one can have. To me teaching snowsports was a natural progression as i love every minute on the slopes.
* What do you do in the summer?
You will probably find me in a pub, in somerset, working!!! (or at least looking for work)
* Favourite part of Verbier/Zermatt to ski/ride
My favourite part of zermatt to ski in my opinion is the “itineraires” slopes on Stockhorn and Hohtalli. In general terms i also really enjoying skiing the Red runs, which run underneath the matterhorn.
* Favourite restaurant or mountain restaurant in Verbier/Zermatt
My favourite mountain restaurant is called the Restaurant Chez Vrony Alpenheim. In the town i really enjoy the simple but pleasant australian website called Nelly’s.
* Why did you choose Verbier/Zermatt?
I chose Zermatt last year to do my ski instructors course because it had some of the highest pistes around switzerland and friends told me that the skiing is always fantastic whatever the conditions. Mainly i chose Zermatt because of its superior size to other swiss resorts and i just knew that i would be able to ski and ski.
* What’s your top handy hint for anyone visiting Verbier/Zermatt
Try to purchase some rubber grips for the underside of your ski boots because the walking in town can wear down the plastic shell of your boots and the icy conditions are very hard to walk in otherwise.
Interview with Anders Nystrom
* Why do you choose to teach snowsports?
I have a strong passion for the mountains and the activities they offer, especially skiing. I can’t think of a better job than to be able to share my love for the sport every day.
* What do you do in the summer?
Various things. Straight after the season I head up north to do another month of skiing in Sweden and Norway. After that I normally go where I can find a job in an area good for rock climbing.
* Favourite part of Verbier/Zermatt to ski/ride
That my dear friends is and will always remain a secret. 😉
* Favourite restaurant or mountain restaurant in Verbier/Zermatt
Sharing a sandwich with a good pal on the top of Pointe d’Alleve. If I dont do that I will most likely have a steak at Carrefour.
* Why did you choose Verbier/Zermatt?
The mountains and the endless opportunities.
* What’s your top handy hint for anyone visiting Verbier/Zermatt
Have a ski lesson with me or one of my friends at ES. We will make you appreciate your holiday even more.
ES Verbier and Zermatt The First Seven Years – video montage
A short Video dedicated to all the instructors who made the first seven years of ES so special.