Your snowboard journey starts here.

Available across our resorts, our snowboard group lessons are designed to build confidence, improve technique and help every rider progress. From complete beginners to experienced snowboarders, there’s a level for everyone.

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Learn to Ride WITH Oxyski.

Build confidence on your board and develop your technique with our snowboard group lessons. With expert instruction, carefully chosen terrain and small groups, you’ll have everything you need to progress while enjoying plenty of time on the mountain. From your first turns to carving, switch riding, freestyle and the snowpark, our instructors will help you take your snowboarding further.

A level for everyone.
From complete beginners to experienced riders, there’s a group for every level. Your instructor will check your ability during the first session and make sure you’re riding with others of a similar level, so you can progress with confidence and get the most from every lesson.
Beginners DESERVE THE BEST.
Everyone starts somewhere. Our beginner snowboard lessons are designed for riders with little or no previous experience. Step by step, your instructor will help you learn the fundamentals, build confidence and develop the technique you need to progress naturally. From finding your balance and controlling your speed to making your first turns, you’ll build strong foundations from the very beginning.
Bilingual instructors.
French and English are available in every resort, with other languages also available depending on the destination.

Choose from five or six day snowboard group lessons, with morning or afternoon lessons depending on the resort and the week.

Choosing your level.

Choose the level that best matches your ability today. Your instructor will check your level during the first session and move you to a more suitable group if needed. Not sure which level to choose? Take our Level Finder test.

Snowboard group lessons

Mini Rider

from 3 years old

Who for. From 3 years old. Never snowboarded

Goal. Snowboard basics: one-foot, falling leaf and side-slipping.

Bronze

from 8 years old

Who for. Never snowboarded, or a few hours

Goal. First turns, flat-ground tricks and riding the lifts on your own.

Silver

from 8 years old

Who for. At ease on easy blue runs

Goal. Comfortable on blue and easy red runs; carving, switch riding and a first look at the snowpark.

Gold

from 8 years old

Who for. At ease on red runs

Goal. Master carving, ride switch on all terrain, progress off-piste and in the snowpark.

Expert

from 8 years old

Who for. Very good rider on all terrain

Goal. Well done — you are now an accomplished snowboarder.

Private snowboard lesson.

Available from age 2, one-to-one or shared with someone of the same standard.

Choose a shorter session or half-day with an instructor dedicated to you. Private lessons are ideal for a gentle introduction, building confidence, working through a particular challenge or simply making the most of a shorter stay.

More private lesson information

Extras

In selected resorts, children can join our Lunch Club alongside their snowboard lessons.

Lunch ClubThe perfect midday break for hungry little skiers, so mum and dad can enjoy a full day on the slopes.

Good to know.

What is included
Your lessons with an Oxyski snowboard instructor, plus a medal and Oxypass progression booklet for children and teenagers on the final day of group lessons.
What to bring
A snowboard and boots in the correct size, a helmet, wrist guards for beginners (and impact shorts if you have them), plus your lift pass. Equipment can be hired from our Oxyski ski shops or through one of our equipment rental partners in resort.
The meeting point
The exact meeting point is provided on the resort page and in your booking confirmation.

Do I need to know how to ski before learning to snowboard?

No. You can learn to snowboard from scratch, and many beginners have never skied before.

What age can you start?

From age 2 in private lessons, from age 3 in resorts where Mini Rider groups are available, and from age 8 for all other snowboard group lessons.

Regular or goofy - how do I know?

You don’t need to know before you book. Your instructor will help work out which stance feels most natural during the first session with a few simple exercises.

Are children and adults in the same group?

From age 8, groups may include both children and adults depending on the resort. Level is the priority, so we aim to place everyone with riders of a similar ability. Younger children stay in dedicated children’s groups.

Do you fall a lot when learning to snowboard?

A few falls are completely normal at the beginning while you find your balance and build confidence. Your instructor will guide you through it gradually and show you the right techniques to learn safely. We recommend wearing a helmet and wrist guards, and impact shorts can also add a little extra comfort during your first few sessions.

Can I hire my snowboard equipment from the Oxyski Ski Shop?

Yes. Snowboards, boots and helmets can be hired from our Oxyski ski shops or through one of our equipment rental partners. Depending on the resort, equipment hire can be added when you book your lessons.

A question before you book?Email our Oxyski ski & snowboard school in your chosen resort