Can you teach the whole family at the same time?

Yes, this is one of the great advantages of private family lessons. I adapt the itinerary and pace so everyone progresses at their own level, from children to parents. The goal is for everyone to have a great time together on the slopes.

How do you handle different skill levels within a family?

I choose slopes and exercises that allow each person to thrive. More advanced members work on technique while beginners progress on suitable terrain. I rotate my attention to ensure each family member gets personalized guidance.

Can very young children participate in family lessons?

Children from 3-4 years old can participate if the rest of the family is patient and supportive. For very young ones, I sometimes recommend an individual lesson in the morning followed by a family group session on easy slopes in the afternoon.

Family Skiing | Shared Moments in the 3 Valleys

One Instructor, Every Level in the Family

A common problem for international families booking through a resort ski school: parents and children end up split across different classes, different meeting points and different instructors — and rarely ski together. Booking one private, English-speaking instructor for the whole family solves that in one go: everyone starts and finishes the day together, and I adapt the terrain in real time rather than sticking to a pre-assigned group.

Family skiing with me also means no morning queue at the ski school desk — I meet you at your chalet or the bottom of the lift you choose, so the day starts on time even with young children in tow.

How I Split the Group Without Splitting the Family

On the ground, I pick sectors with a blue run for the kids running parallel to a red one for the parents, so we regroup at the bottom of every lift rather than skiing apart for hours. It keeps the confident skiers challenged while the beginners build confidence at their own pace, in sight of each other the whole time.

Best Family Bases in the 3 Valleys

Across the 600 km of 3 Valleys runs, three resorts consistently work best for the families I guide:

Les Menuires: broad, south-facing runs around La Croisette and Reberty — the easiest option if this is your children's first proper ski week.
La Tania: sheltered forest trails from 1,400 m, my go-to recommendation for families visiting on a windy or low-visibility day.
Méribel: sits at the centre of the domain, useful when parents want longer mileage while teenagers explore a wider variety of terrain nearby.