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Is this camp right for my athlete?
Does my child have the skiing level to join?
Choosing a programme
Saas-Fee welcomes developing racers through to FIS athletes, with groups organised by age and racing level. For eight- and nine-year-olds, the dedicated U10 programme requires strong skiing and independent T-bar use. Super-G and Peer indoor camps require a high racing level.
If your child is new to gates or has mainly skied recreationally, tell us their age, skiing experience and training goals before booking. The team can help identify a suitable camp or private-training option; age alone does not confirm suitability.
Can I send a skiing video before booking?
Level assessment
If you are unsure which group is suitable, include a link to a recent skiing video with your enquiry, together with the athlete’s age, racing experience and preferred dates. Explain whether the video shows free skiing or gate training and what you would like to work on. Ask the booking team to confirm suitability before paying.
How do age categories work, and can my child join an older group?
Age categories · U10 to FIS
Programme pages use categories such as U10, U12, U14, U16 and FIS. Send the athlete’s date of birth and intended camp dates so the team can confirm the appropriate category for that season. The dedicated U10 camp is for strong skiers aged eight and nine.
Training with an older category is not automatic. Ask the team to assess the athlete’s level and independence as well as the group available. If siblings are in different categories, include both athletes’ details; attending the same camp does not guarantee training in the same group.
How does private race training differ from camp and shared training?
Training formats
Camp: join a scheduled programme with other athletes, grouped according to age and racing level. Check the specific camp for its training days, activities and group size.
Private: hire a coach for one athlete or your own pre-formed group, with a personalised plan. Options include a four-hour morning or a full day. The published private rates vary with the number of skiers.
Shared training: where this format is offered, confirm the other athletes, session length and per-person rate with the team. The Weekend camp specifies a shared-training rate when its four-athlete minimum is not met; this rule should not be assumed for other camps.
Who is the Saas-Fee summer ski camp for?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn
Level and groups: developing racers through to FIS athletes, grouped by age and racing level, with up to eight racers per coach. Eight- and nine-year-olds should check the dedicated U10 programme and its different supervision arrangements.
Format: five ski days and six activity days per week, with physical preparation, ski tuning and video analysis. Supervised athlete accommodation is booked separately. Check the programme page for current dates and prices.
Who can join the U10 ski racing camp?
U10 camps
For strong skiers aged eight and nine, with a maximum of four athletes per coach. Athletes must use T-bars independently, carry their equipment and manage the daily uphill walk. Only one consecutive week can be booked. The dedicated U10 programme does not offer the supervised athlete hotel.
Do you offer a ski camp for adults and Masters racers?
Adults / Masters
Our ski camp for adults offers Masters ski race training for adult racers, strong skiers and instructors preparing for racing tests. The programme focuses on GS and SL with video feedback and ski-tuning instruction. Fitness and recovery activities can be requested as paid extras; a full afternoon programme is not automatically included.
Who is the Zermatt summer ski camp for?
Zermatt summer camps
Early-summer glacier training combining technical free skiing, drills and progressive gate training. The programme lists up to eight racers per coach, five ski days and an off-snow day. Check the programme page for confirmed dates and age eligibility.
Who are the Zinal winter camps for?
Zinal winter camps
Winter training in Zinal with six on-snow days, GS and SL, optional SG, video analysis, ski tuning and lunch on the slopes. The programme lists racers from age 10 to FIS level, while supervised lodging is for athletes aged 14 and above.
Who is the Chile / South America programme for?
Chile / South America
Winter-condition training during the Northern Hemisphere summer. The group programme is for U14 to FIS racers; other ages can enquire about private training. A three-week stay is recommended. Training includes GS and SL, with SG and races as options.
Who can join a ski racing weekend camp in Saas-Fee?
Weekend camps
Compact GS and SL blocks in Saas-Fee for U10 to U16 athletes: arrive Friday evening, train Saturday and Sunday, and depart Sunday late afternoon. Extra Friday training is available. A minimum of four athletes is required for the advertised weekend format; otherwise the shared-training rate applies.
Who are the Super-G camps for?
Super-G camps
Specialised speed training in Saas-Fee for experienced U14, U16 and FIS racers, with up to six athletes per coach. A high racing level is required. Confirm the arrival and departure arrangements with the booking team before making travel plans.
Who are the Indoor slalom camps for?
Indoor slalom camps
Focused slalom training at Peer in Belgium for high-level U14, U16 and FIS racers. The published programme includes four ski days, fitness, activation and recovery, ski tuning and video analysis, with up to eight racers per coach. Transport from Switzerland is offered for the listed camp dates.
Dates & flexible attendance
Where can I check Swiss glacier ski training dates and camp availability?
Dates & places
Use the programme guide to open the relevant camp’s dates and prices. Send your preferred dates, athlete’s age and racing experience through Book Now / Contact so the team can confirm a suitable place and quote. A published date is not a confirmation of a place.
If the next season is not listed, ask about your preferred period. Confirm the training dates, hotel nights and arrival and departure arrangements before booking travel.
Can I attend fewer days, join midweek or train mornings only?
Flexible attendance
If you need flexible ski camp dates, check the options for your selected programme.
Saas-Fee summer and autumn: the programme lists a single-day training option as well as weekly camps. Send the exact days you would like to attend so the team can check the available group and programme.
Morning-only: private training offers a four-hour morning session. Morning-only attendance in a camp group or joining midweek needs a specific arrangement; ask what training, meals and afternoon activities your quote includes.
Other formats: Weekend camps provide a short block; the dedicated U10 camp allows only one consecutive week. Availability and minimum commitments vary by programme.
Which dates are arrival, training and departure days?
Plan your stay
Regular Saas-Fee summer and autumn camp: arrive Sunday for hotel check-in from 14:00–16:00 and the 16:30 welcome meeting. The normal plan has five ski days Monday–Friday, and camp finishes Saturday at 13:00. Saturday skiing depends on the weekly programme.
Weekend camps: arrive Friday evening, train Saturday and Sunday, and depart Sunday late afternoon; extra Friday training is available.
Super-G and other camps: confirm the actual ski days, arrival time, departure time and hotel nights for your selected block. Use these details when arranging flights or school leave.
Is there optional ski training on Saturday?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
If skiing has taken place Monday to Friday, optional Saturday gate training may be offered at CHF 133 plus the ski pass. Details are shared through WhatsApp during the camp. Otherwise, Saturday follows the normal programme, including a make-up ski session where applicable.
Groups & training programme
How are groups formed, and how many athletes train with each coach?
Groups & coaching
Our small-group ski racing training in Saas-Fee is organised by age and racing level, with up to eight racers per coach. The dedicated U10 camp has a maximum of four; Super-G has up to six; Zermatt and Peer indoor programmes list up to eight.
For a particular week, ask about the planned age categories and racing levels. A programme accepting FIS athletes is not necessarily FIS-only: Peer, for example, lists U14, U16 and FIS. Group size limits do not tell you which athletes are already enrolled.
What happens if there are not enough athletes for a group?
Group availability
The advertised Weekend camp format requires at least four athletes. If this minimum is not met, the programme specifies the shared-training rate.
For other camps, ask the team to confirm group availability and any minimum enrolment for your dates. If an alternative format is proposed, request its session length, group size and total price before confirming it.
How many ski days and training hours are included?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
The regular week plans five ski days and six activity days. Summer ski training is typically 08:00–12:00, including a short break. Lunch and rest are followed by afternoon video analysis, equipment maintenance and physical and mental conditioning, typically 15:30–18:30.
Autumn starts later and ski sessions are longer. The coach’s daily schedule takes precedence over these example times. Check the camp WhatsApp channel for the next day’s meeting time and any changes.
Which days are SL, GS or Super-G, and when is the schedule confirmed?
Disciplines & schedule
Choose a programme that matches your goals: Peer focuses on slalom (SL), Super-G camps focus on speed training, and Weekend and Zinal programmes include giant slalom (GS) and SL. Zinal and Chile list SG as an option.
If you need a specific discipline on specific dates, ask the team to confirm the planned block before booking. Do not assume every discipline runs every day. For regular Saas-Fee camps, the weekly schedule is shared at the welcome meeting and daily updates through the camp WhatsApp channel.
Is video analysis included in ski racing camp?
Coaching & feedback
Video analysis is listed in the regular Saas-Fee, Zinal, Adults / Masters, Peer indoor and private-training programmes. Check the selected programme or quote for your exact format.
At regular Saas-Fee camps, coaches upload training videos to Google Drive daily. The access link is in the original booking confirmation email.
Prices, inclusions & booking
What does a ski race camp in Switzerland cost, and what is included?
Prices & inclusions
Regular Saas-Fee camp: the training price includes training and lane space, with five ski days and six activity days. Ski passes and athlete accommodation are priced separately. The athlete-hotel option includes three meals plus a snack per day and supervision.
Other programmes: Chile lists lift passes and airport shuttles; Zinal lists lunch on the slopes with training. Inclusions vary, so check the selected programme rather than assuming the same package applies everywhere.
Before paying, review your quote for training and lane fees, ski passes, hotel nights, meals, transfers, rental and optional services. Check whether each price is per athlete, day, week, night or vehicle. Use the programme’s current prices and your itemised invoice for the total.
How is the price calculated for one athlete, siblings or a private group?
Prices & group quotes
Check the unit shown alongside each price. Camp training may be priced per athlete per week or day; accommodation is priced per night; private-training rates depend on how many athletes share the coach and the session length.
For siblings or a group, send the number of athletes, ages, levels and dates and request an itemised quote. Ask whether any discount applies; do not assume that adding another athlete halves the total or that a sibling discount is automatic.
Which Saas-Fee ski pass do I need, and is it included?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Saas-Fee ski passes are invoiced separately from training. Prices depend on the athlete’s age and the number of ski days. Check the current Saas-Fee programme prices and your invoice for the appropriate child or adult pass.
Give the booking team the athlete’s date of birth and exact training dates when arranging the pass. Pass inclusion differs at other destinations; check your selected programme.
Can I use my Magic Pass for the summer camp?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Magic Pass does not cover summer and autumn glacier skiing in Saas-Fee. Athletes must arrange the appropriate ski pass through Ski Zenit. For dates around the transition to winter operations, confirm the applicable pass with the team.
How do I book a camp or request a personalised programme?
All programmes · Booking
Use Book Now / Contact and tell us the programme, preferred dates and athlete’s age, skiing level and racing experience. The team will help confirm suitability, available options and your quote.
How do I pay, and when is my booking confirmed?
Booking & payment
Follow the payment instructions in your booking email and check the itemised invoice before paying. The booking guide states that a booking is confirmed once the full invoice is paid, and that unconfirmed bookings are cancelled after four days.
If you need a payment link, invoice correction or clarification of an amount, reply to the original booking email so the team can check the same reservation. See the Terms & Conditions for the applicable booking rules.
Accommodation, supervision & meals
How does ski camp supervision work for children staying without parents?
Accommodation & supervision
For ski race accommodation in Switzerland, regular Saas-Fee and Zermatt camps offer supervised athlete accommodation during camp dates. The dedicated U10 camp does not offer the supervised athlete hotel. Zinal supervised lodging is available from age 14.
Confirm your child’s eligibility and accommodation option before booking travel. Check who is responsible outside training, the handover and collection arrangements, and any nights before or after camp. Hotel supervision, airport assistance and transfers are separate arrangements.
Can my U10 child stay in the supervised athlete hotel?
U10 camp · Accommodation
No. The dedicated U10 camp does not provide the supervised athlete hotel. Contact Ski Zenit to discuss alternative accommodation and arrangements for your family.
Can parents stay at the same hotel or book accommodation independently?
Family accommodation
Ask the booking team about family hotels or apartments for your dates. Regular Saas-Fee and private-training pages invite enquiries about other accommodation; do not assume a parent room is available in the supervised athlete hotel.
Before reserving independently, confirm the athlete’s meeting point, transport, meals and responsibility outside training hours. At the Saas-Fee athlete hotel, rooms and upper floors are reserved for athletes and staff, and parents do not join coached camp activities.
Which ski camp meals are included for hotel and training-only athletes?
Programme-dependent · Meals
Saas-Fee athlete hotel: the published hotel option includes three meals plus a snack per day. Athletes should bring their snack and at least one litre of water to morning training.
Training-only or staying elsewhere: check the meal items in your quote. Zinal lists lunch on the slopes with training; do not assume meals are included in every camp’s training price.
If staying elsewhere and you would like to eat with the team, ask the booking team to confirm availability, the meals covered and any charge before arrival. Saas-Fee hotel dinner is at 19:00; dining out with parents requires explicit authorisation.
Is supervision included between consecutive weeks?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Yes. Weekend supervision is included for athletes staying at the Ski Zenit hotel for multiple consecutive weeks. Hotel athletes under 16 are escorted to the morning meeting point by the hotel supervisor.
Travel & arrival
Which airport is best for travelling to Saas-Fee or Zinal / Grimentz?
Switzerland · Travel
Private transfers to Saas-Fee are available from Geneva, Zurich and Milan. For Zinal or Grimentz, request a transfer from your preferred airport or agreed pickup point.
Compare the full journey, not only the flight: arrival time, onward travel, ski luggage and transfer cost all matter. Send your flight options to the team and request journey estimates and quotes before booking. Confirm that the arrival and return timings fit the camp.
How do I arrange a ski transfer to Saas-Fee or another camp?
All programmes · Transfers
Yes. Door-to-door transfers can be arranged for athletes, families and groups. Send the destination, date, flight or train details, passenger numbers and ski-luggage requirements through your booking email.
Request a written quote for your journey. Confirm whether the price is per person or vehicle, one-way or return, and what luggage is included. Ask about waiting time, extra stops, late pickups and any child-assistance fee. Chile lists airport shuttles in its programme; confirm the agreed pickup arrangements and accompanying-family costs.
Can an athlete travel alone, and can you collect them at the airport?
Children travelling without parents
Tell the team the child’s age, airline and whether they will use an unaccompanied-minor service before booking travel. Ask the team to confirm whether the required handover can be arranged, who will meet the child and whether assistance has a separate fee.
Airport assistance, the road transfer and supervision at camp are separate arrangements. Confirm responsibility at each handover and check the airline’s requirements directly with the airline.
Which airport should I use for the Chile camp?
Chile · Travel
Fly into Santiago de Chile. International travel to and from Santiago is not included in the camp price. The Chile programme lists airport shuttles among its inclusions; confirm the transfer arrangements for your booking and any accompanying family members.
When should I arrive for the camp?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Please arrive on Sunday. Hotel Alpin check-in is from 14:00 to 16:00, and the welcome meeting begins at 16:30. Bring sportswear and water for the team activities after the meeting.
Where is the welcome meeting?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Meet at Hotel Alpin, Mischistrasse 18, 3906 Saas-Fee , directly opposite the Alpin Express gondola, on Sunday at 16:30 . You will meet the coaches and athletes, form training groups and receive the weekly schedule. Please be on time.
Where do athletes meet in the morning?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
The morning meeting point is the Alpin Express bottom station. Check the camp WhatsApp channel each evening for the next day’s exact time. Please arrive punctually, as lift access is time-sensitive.
How do I get from the Saas-Fee bus terminal to the hotel?
Saas-Fee · Local arrival
Hotel Alpin offers a complimentary electric shuttle from the Post Office / Bus Terminal. Call +41 27 957 15 77 while passing through Saas-Grund to coordinate collection. If staying elsewhere, arrange your local shuttle with your accommodation.
What time does the camp finish?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
The camp finishes on Saturday at 13:00. Please collect athletes outside Hotel Alpin. There are no dryland activities on Saturday afternoon.
When will we receive the coach’s contact and first-day instructions?
Before arrival
Check your booking email and the arrival guide for your programme. If the meeting point, first-day time or contact details are missing, reply to the original booking email before travelling.
For regular Saas-Fee camps, you meet the coaches at the Sunday 16:30 welcome meeting at Hotel Alpin and receive the weekly schedule. Join the camp WhatsApp channel from the arrival guide for daily updates; check it each evening for the next morning’s meeting time.
Equipment & rental
What ski equipment should I bring?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Skis and boots: GS and SL skis, labelled with your name or initials. U10 athletes need GS or longer SL skis only. Bring properly fitting race boots and check that the bindings are compatible before arrival.
How do I arrange ski racing equipment rental before camp?
All programmes · Equipment rental
Request rental through your original booking email, including the destination, training dates, height, weight, MONDO boot size and boot sole length. The team will confirm race-grade equipment availability, size, setup, price and collection for your destination.
For Saas-Fee, send the request by Friday at 18:00 Zurich time before camp; earlier is better because stock is limited. Fitting is at Glacier Sport on Sunday at 15:00, before the welcome meeting. A Ski Zenit coach and shop staff help with fitting and setup; rental skis are labelled with the athlete’s name.
Equipment purchases with racer discounts can also be arranged. Ask the team to confirm availability and pricing before travelling.
What should be on my ski camp packing list?
Saas-Fee · Packing checklist
Glacier training takes place at approximately 3,500 metres, where conditions can change quickly. Bring a ski jacket, ski pants, thermals, a windbreaker and extra layers; two pairs of gloves with protected backhands; goggles for sun and poor visibility; ski socks, a neck warmer and high-factor sunscreen.
Bring snacks and at least one litre of water each ski morning, plus sportswear for off-snow activities. A race suit and ski shorts are recommended, not compulsory. See the full packing guide for equipment and everyday items.
Do I need to bring ski tuning tools?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Bring your own files, diamond stones and wax. These can also be purchased at the welcome meeting. Ski Zenit provides waxing irons, servicing tables, plastic scrapers, brushes, file guides and guidance from the coaching staff.
Ski tuning tools and preparation guide →
For specialist boot fitting and repairs, see the equipment guide.
Can I buy or rent protective equipment?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Protective equipment can be purchased through Glacier Sport, including SL shin guards, race helmets with chin guards, back protectors and forearm guards. Contact the team before travelling to confirm availability and whether rental is offered for the specific item you need.
Do I need cut-resistant base layers for skiing?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Cut-resistant underlayers are highly recommended. For U16 and FIS athletes, confirm the requirement for your camp season with the team before travelling.
Changes, cancellations & weather
Can I change my booked training dates?
Booking changes
Reply to your original booking email with the booked dates and the dates you would like instead. Ask the team to confirm availability, any price difference and the conditions that apply to your booking before changing travel arrangements. A request does not confirm the change or transfer of booked services.
What happens if I cancel, get injured or the ski area closes?
Changes, cancellations & weather
Cancellation before camp: the applicable booking terms determine the cancellation conditions. If you purchased optional Cancellation Protection, check its separate coverage and notice requirements.
Illness, injury or early departure: tell the team promptly through your booking email. Eligibility for a refund or credit depends on the applicable terms and any protection purchased; it is not automatic.
Weather or lift closure: the published booking guide states that there are no refunds for inclement weather or lift closures; alternative activities or training arrangements are provided. Read the Terms & Conditions and the protection guide for the full rules.
What happens if the glacier is closed?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
The glacier may close because of wind, avalanche risk, glacier instability in warm conditions, poor visibility or lift technical problems. Alternative off-snow training is provided when skiing cannot take place.
How does Cancellation Protection work, and when can I add it?
Optional service · Cancellation Protection
Optional Cancellation Protection can be purchased at the time of booking. It covers selected Ski Zenit training, Saas-Fee and Chile hotel services, transfers and rental equipment. Lift passes, third-party services and the protection fee are excluded. It is separate from medical and rescue cover.
With Cancellation Protection, cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity may receive a 90% refund or 95% credit on covered services. Written notice and the working-hour requirements in the terms apply. Read the full procedure before relying on a cancellation deadline.
Does Cancellation Protection cover leaving camp early?
Optional service · Early departure
With Cancellation Protection, medically documented illness or injury, or documented family bereavement, may qualify for a refund or credit on unused covered services. Voluntary early departure without a covered reason does not qualify.
If you did not purchase Cancellation Protection, refer to the standard booking terms. In either case, notify the team through your original booking email and check the applicable documentation requirements.
What insurance do athletes need?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Adequate health and accident insurance, including helicopter rescue cover, is mandatory. Medical and rescue costs in Switzerland can be significant. Check your policy before travelling.
Do you offer rescue and medical cover for ski racers?
Additional service · Rescue and medical assistance
Ski Zenit can help you explore Global Rescue assistance options. Ski Zenit is not an insurance broker and does not sell those policies directly. Confirm your destination, training and racing coverage with the provider.
Camp life & communication
Where can I find daily schedules and updates?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Join the Ski Zenit Saas-Fee WhatsApp channel using the link in the arrival guide. Use the link to join yourself; there is no need to ask the team to add you.
Who should I contact with a question?
Saas-Fee · Camp contacts
For schedules, equipment or training, contact the athlete’s coach or check the camp WhatsApp channel. For hotel routines and supervision, use the supervisor contact in the accommodation guide. For booking, payment, transfers or date changes, reply to your original booking email.
How do I contact the hotel supervisor?
Saas-Fee · Hotel contact
The accommodation guide lists the supervisor’s contact details and the daily contact window. Check those details for your stay and ask through your original booking email if you are unsure whom to contact.
Routine contact is by WhatsApp during 18:00–19:00; outside that window the supervisor contact is for emergencies. Confirm the handover and emergency contact arrangements before leaving your child at camp.
Does my child need to bring a phone?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Hotel athletes receive daily information from the supervisor, so bringing a phone is not compulsory for their stay. Phones are not used during training sessions.
What are the expectations for athletes and parents?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Athletes should know their daily schedule, bring the correct equipment, be punctual, respect others and be engaged and prepared. Speak directly with your coach when unsure. Phones are not used during sessions.
Are there activities for siblings who do not ski?
Saas-Fee · Summer & autumn camp
Bushcraft Adventure Camps in Saas-Fee welcome children aged 5–15, including siblings and non-skiing family members. Activities include survival skills, climbing, sports and outdoor games.
Academy, schooling & racing
Who can join the U19 ski race academy?
U19 / Zenit Ski Team
A structured development programme for international U19 athletes aiming for regional, national junior or college teams. Options include Summer–Fall, Fall–Winter and Flexible Year, with admissions assessment, individual goals, physical preparation and training or racing blocks.
What are the U19 programme options?
U19 / Zenit Ski Team
Choose Summer–Fall, Fall–Winter or Flexible Year. Each has a different minimum commitment across training blocks and different physical-preparation inclusions.
How can U19 athletes combine training and school?
U19 · Schooling and housing
Athletes need flexible or online schooling, or to have completed school. Families may choose their school; Ski Zenit can help explore suitable education and housing options.
How does admission to the Zenit Ski Team work?
U19 · Admission and racing
Admission includes an interview, racing videos, a previous-coach report, physical screening and academic planning. Athletes need club and national-association membership; race entries depend on national quotas.
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