Private
Race training year round

One trainer is hired daily by one racer or an already formed group of racers for a 4 hour morning session or a full day with a double session morning and afternoon.

By hiring a Ski Zenit coach privately, racers are ensured a totally personalised ski race training plan that adapts 100% to their specific goals and current skills.

Since 2008, Ski Zenit offers intense private ski training to facilitate improvement and increase race performance quickly!

Private race training

Summer, Autumn & Winter

Dates

Year round

Level

All Levels
All age groups, also Master racers.

Location

Switzerland
El Colorado, Chile

By having the best resources available, such as reserved training lanes, timing systems, video analysis and specific conditioning coaches, we will exceed your expectations. Racers benefit from personalised exclusive ski race sessions with top quality conditions, both for free and gate skiing. Our private training sessions are true performance boosters for racers of any age or racing level.

During the summer and autumn, the Saas-Fee glacier is the best ski training location in Europe due to its altitude and snow conditions. The pedestrian village allows for a very healthy lifestyle and provides everything needed for optimal conditioning training and activities on off-snow days.

During autumn and winter, we move our race training to Zinal, where racers can train in three different disciplines: SL, GS, and SG. There is also great off-piste skiing that will enhance all-around skills.

A private training day includes:

Personalised training plan.
4 h morning or full day training.

Reserved pistes and gate courses.
Video Analysis and video files.

Optional afternoon activities.
Ski tuning.

* On camp dates, athlete’s hotel with constant supervision for under-age minors is available. For other accommodation, please enquire.

Meet our highly-skilled Team of Coaches

Activities and Athlete development

Private ski racing sessions in Saas-Fee and Grimentz-Zinal mean days packed with activity.

In Saas-Fee, you will benefit from long days filled with activities both on and off the snow. Mornings are dedicated to improving technical ski skills, and during the afternoons, participants engage in various activities designed to develop their physical and mental abilities while having fun in an environment that fosters teamwork and friendship.

Grimentz-Zinal opens exclusively for racers in mid-November, as soon as the cold temperatures allow for the use of their powerful artificial snowmaking system, and natural snow begins to fall. During the winter, when it is open to all skiers, and even during the high season, there are still excellent runs reserved for race training.

6:00h.	Breakfast
7:15 h.	Go to Slopes
8:00 – 12:00 h.	Ski Training with 15min break
13:00 h.	Lunch
15:30 – 18:30 h.	Video, equipment maintenance, physical and mental conditioning
19:00 h.	Dinner
20:30 h.	Bedtime

* in autumn and winter the day begins later and ski training sessions are longer

Ski Training

Age 8-11. Especially designed for the youngest ski racers. Focused on developing their basic technical, mental and physical skills and helping them grow as healthy athletes who love this sport. Great off-skiing activity program.

Age 12-15. Intended to develop U16 racers into self-organised athletes that can perform in their level of racing. Ski training will focus on reinforcing and further developing their technical and tactical skills with fun and stimulating sessions. Great off-skiing activity program.

FIS AGE. Training methods that will boost confidence and increase performance for FIS racers whatever their competitive level, with programs adapted to any goal. Great off-skiing activity program.

ski camp europe ski tuning

Taking good care of ski bases and edges is a must in order to perform during ski training. Every afternoon racers age 12 and older will learn and carry out all the necessary tuning of their skis with the help of the trainers, who will also take care of younger athletes’ skis.

ski camp europe video-analysis

Video analysis is an important tool for our coaches to help racers understand and improve the areas they are trying to develop while ski training. Technical and tactical concepts that are important to performance will be well explained during these sessions so that they are clear for next day’s training. One session of video analysis will be done after every 2 or 3 days of training.

Children and adolescents who are not accompanied by their parents will have round-the-clock supervision from our camp leaders. Our philosophy is to give children freedom in exchange for showing responsibility. Saas-Fee is an ideal location for this. From September to November, afternoon study times will be set aside for school-aged racers as needed.

Ski Zenit Hotel supervisors are available to receive phone calls every day between 7 pm and 8:30 pm at the phone number that will be provided on arrival to the camp.

SUMMER AND AUTUMN SAAS-FEE AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES:

Yoga in Saas Fee

We have included stretching, yoga and meditation as part of our training to help athletes calm their body and mind. It is an excellent way to relax, stretch and strengthen muscles after a long day of training. It also teaches them how to ease their mind and delve into their inner stillness and peace for full recovery.

Yoga is a great way for our athletes to work on physical conditioning, gain the agility that comes from deep stretching and is also highly recommended for muscle recovery. We have fully certified yoga instructors that adapt the difficulty and intensity of each session to the different skill levels and ages.

Meditation is a great way to relax and focus on your inner-self and helps athletes to “get in the zone”, that special place that enables competitors to ski to their potential even in the most stressful situations. This activity will be done with other athletes of similar age after every third day of training.

Ski camp europe training

All athletes taking part in our training will take part in physical workouts throughout the week. These workouts will always be age appropriate and based on the condition of each athlete. They are designed to be challenging and demanding as well as fun and creative.

These post-ski workouts focus on recovery from the training sessions and protection against injury; the aim is also to improve strength, coordination, balance, agility and flexibility.

Saas-Fee is the ideal setting to engage in a wide range of sports and physical training. For these activities, athletes doing private training will join others of a similar age.

ski camp europe hiking

Team sports and mountain treks will also be a part of the activities during the afternoons and non-skiing days. Saas-Fee is the ideal setting to engage in a wide range of sports and physical training. Saas-Fee is a paradise for all these activities, offering amazing paths for all ages and levels as well as many field sports.

ski camp europe bouldering

Bouldering in the Swiss Alps during the summer is an exciting and challenging outdoor activity. The alpine terrain offers a variety of rocks and boulder formations that test the skills and endurance of climbers. The breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys are an added bonus. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just starting out, the Swiss Alps provide a unique and unforgettable experience for all levels of bouldering enthusiasts.

ski-camp-europe-roller-blading-saas-fee

Rollerblading improves your skiing in several ways. Both activities require similar skills such as balance, coordination, and control. It will help develop your leg strength, agility, and endurance, which are all important for skiing. Additionally, the repetitive motions of rollerblading can help improve your muscle memory and reaction time, making it easier to adjust to the demands of skiing.

balance training

Balance is a crucial component in ski racing. A skier’s ability to maintain a stable position and adjust to changing terrain is critical in alpine skiing. Not only does good balance provide better control and precision, it also helps reduce the risk of injury. In ski racing, every fraction of a second counts, and working on your balance through targeted exercises can make all the difference in your results. Ski Zenit’s program helps ski racers improve their balance, increase stability, and achieve their goals on the mountain.

PRIVATE TRAINING

190 CHF

per person / 4 hours / 3 skiers

270 CHF per person / 4 hours / 2 skiers

405 CHF per person / 4 hours / 1 skier

Afternoon activities available

Year round

Ski Pass

50 CHF

per 1 day, Saas-Fee U-16

Saas-Fee 5 days U-16: 212 CHF

Saas-Fee 10 days U-16: 397 CHF

Saas-Fee 15 days U-16: 585 CHF

Grimentz-Zinal 1 day U-16: 35 CHF

Hotel

135 CHF

per night, meals included

5 minute walk to ski lift

Permanent supervision

3 meals plus snack per day

Available during camp dates

add-ons

Make sure you check out our extras to make the most out of your experience with Ski Zenit.

Airport Transfers
Ski Racing Rental and Purchase
Cancellation Insurance
Rescue Insurance

Testimonials
Google reviews

      EXCELLENT  
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   Sasha Cromwell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an amazing experience with the ski Zenit team while training in Chile. The coaches were extremely knowledgeable and the accommodation was excellent.
  
 
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   Thea Han 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I attended the Chile camps in El Colorado with Ski Zenit, and it was an extremely productive camp. The coaches were very attentive, and the training/content was amazing. One of the best ski camps I've attended :)
  
 
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   Anya 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Spent 3 Weeks in Chile. Best coaching I’ve ever had, and an amazing team environment!
  
 
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   Dita Mayer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A reliable, well organized camp with great coaches. I got exactly what I was hoping for from the camp. I would certainly recommend both for junior athletes and masters. Will be back.
  
 
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   Nigel Gibb 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to thank the team at ski Zenit. My daughter had a blast. A big thank you to Lucia and Miquel for their ski racing tips and coaching.

Most frequent questions & answers
FAQ

Yes. One racer or a pre-formed group can hire a coach for a four-hour morning session or a full day. The training plan is adapted to your goals and current skills.

The programme covers Switzerland and El Colorado in Chile. Saas-Fee is used for summer and autumn glacier training, with Grimentz-Zinal an option in autumn and winter. Confirm the destination and availability for your dates.

The programme lists a personalised plan, reserved training pistes and gate courses, video analysis and files, and ski tuning. Afternoon activities are optional. Your quote defines the selected session and services.

Supervised athlete accommodation may be available during camp dates for eligible ages. It is a separate arrangement and is not automatically included in private coaching. Confirm who is responsible outside the booked training hours. Read the parents’ guide.

Tell the coach which disciplines and skills you want to work on, and send your current ski and boot details. The equipment setup should match that plan. A helmet and back protector are required. Read the equipment guide.

Confirm the training resort first, then the meeting point, accommodation and transfer route. Travel arrangements depend on where your sessions take place. Read the travel and transfer guide.

Private and shared-private training have different closure provisions from group camps. The applicable arrangement depends on when the closure is known and whether an alternative activity is accepted. Read the private-training closure terms.

Send the number and ages of athletes, level, goals, destination, dates and preferred session length. Specify any accommodation, lift-pass, equipment or transfer needs so they can be priced separately.

More questions? Visit our Help Center for practical answers about camps, equipment, travel and bookings.

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