important information
Advice for parents
Please note the following information:
- esf does not provide insurance cover for its pupils. We recommend that you check your personal insurance policy or take out ski insurance if required.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of your lesson and respect the scheduled start and finish times.
- Please bring your course card (available in the MyESF app) and present it to your instructor at the beginning of each lesson.
Regarding equipment:
- Cross-country skiing: Equipment is not provided. Please ensure your skis, boots and poles are suitable for the participant's height, weight and ability level.
- Biathlon: Rifles are provided.
- Nordic walking: Equipment is provided.
- Snowshoeing: Snowshoes and poles are provided.
For your child’s wellbeing and comfort:
- Please register your child using their correct age. If you're unsure of their skiing ability, consult our ‘Assess my level’ guide before booking.
- Make sure your child carries a form of identification so they can be identified and you can be contacted if necessary.
- Dress your child appropriately for winter conditions: warm, waterproof clothing, a windproof jacket, mittens or gloves, goggles or sunglasses with a retaining strap, a hat, tissues and sunscreen.
- For cross-country skiing lessons, please ensure your child has suitable ski boots, skis and poles.
- To help your child get the most from their lesson, please avoid following them or calling out to them during the session, as this may distract them and interrupt their progress.
Ski lifts
Cross-country skiing ski pass
- A free ski pass for children under 5 is issued upon presentation of proof of age.
the right equipment
Equipment hire
- For cross-country skiing lessons, please bring your own equipment. Make sure it is suitable for the participant's height, weight, and ability level.
- The resort's equipment hire shops will be happy to help you choose the right gear.