Guests on one of our off piste ski holidays in Meribel

Off Piste Ski Holidays

Single skier off-piste Skier throwing snow in the air Snowboarder carving up powder Chamonix skiers on the ridge
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Adults only

No children allowed on our holidays

Capable Skiers

You will be skiing with other capable skiers

Ski Fanatics

This is aimed at serious ski addicts, just like you!

Ski Safari Junkies

Go on safari through the mountains on your skis

See what its like to off-piste with an experienced instructor/guide with our Off-Piste Ski Holidays. Explore off the beaten track and improve your skills along the way

Learn to off-piste on our fabulous specialist ski holidays!

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Improve your skiing ability and meet amazing new people

What better way to improve your performance and technique than with a full week of off-piste skiing and snowboarding. Our off-piste ski courses week is perfect for those looking to really get out into the wilderness on a backcountry ski holiday, and also for those who just want to dip their toe in and improve their technique.

Meet other off-piste skiers and snowboarders on a social ski holiday

If you're a skier travelling alone or in a small group, you have come to the right place. Welcome to The Ski Gathering — social ski holidays for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Meet like-minded and sociable people on a ski holiday that's equally suited to day-one beginners and seasoned veterans alike.

We have decades of combined experience providing first-rate ski holidays. So we understand that a first solo ski trip can seem a little daunting, especially if you're travelling alone as a solo skier. Well, we're here to help. At The Ski Gathering, you won't be on your own — you'll be sharing with other guests who are in the same boat as you.

A typical day with The Ski Gathering on our Off-Piste holidays

No single supplement. What does that mean?

The single-occupancy supplement is generally the biggest headache for individual skiers travelling alone. Usually, solos have to pay a premium for the empty bed, making ski holidays unaffordable for most singles and solo skiers. With The Ski Gathering, you'll be sharing a room so there is no single supplement. Sharing a triple or quad room, you pay slightly less than those sharing a twin.

Benjamin WalshJanuary 2024
Would highly recommendJust returned from one of the under 35s Budget weeks with The Ski Gathering in Les Gets. The team can organise everything for you from ski hire to transfers and it could not have been a more hassle-free trip. All of us were solo skiers so great to have a like-minded bunch to ski and apres with. The charismatic Belinda goes out of her way to arrange anything you need and is great fun. Our chalet host Lana was also very friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend The Ski Gathering for a solo skier looking for an organised chalet holiday and good company.
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Nanette McHardyChristmas 2024
Everything was exceptionalThis was my second visit to Les Suites de l'Alpe and the Ski Gathering. This time I spent Christmas and everything was exceptional. Amazing food, charming Chalet hosts, clean rooms. They are fantastic about allergies and I felt so taken care of. Amy, Allanah, Eva, Hannah, Lana and Emma were all fantastic. It was so lovely to see Emma back again who took such good care of us last time. She makes a smashing omelet and scrambled egg! Belinda deserves her own review because she is AMAZING. The level of service and fun she brings to the holiday I have not experienced with any other company.
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Natalie RichardsoMarch 2024
Fabulous holidaySimply fabulous holiday with Ski Gathering a couple of weeks ago. Jean-Marc and his staff couldn't do enough to help and were super friendly in reception, the restaurant and the bar. A mini bus to take us to the different areas too! And what a bonus a swimming pool - thanks so much - I couldn't have asked for a better trip.
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Sarah WilsonMarch 2024
Clean, spacious and warmHotel de Bois may not be right by the slopes but Jean-Marc's free shuttle drop-off and collection makes it as if it is. The food is way above standard hotel fare and rightly has non-residents coming in to eat there. The rooms are clean, spacious and warm. Came in a group with The Ski gathering as a solo skier, this was the third year running, which should tell you how happy I am with the whole package they offer!
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Madeleine RuddleApril 2024
Beautiful town and viewsWe stayed in Les Suite D'Alpe at the end of the season and managed to get in plenty of skiing! The chalet was comfy and the staff did an amazing job with the food and banter. This chalet was a little out of town and the lower slope was closed, but we were helped with transport to the wider ski area whenever we wanted. Beautiful town and views. We will be back in summer. Thanks in particular to Belinda, Emma, Georgia and Charlotte xx
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Dave WhiteApril 2024
Highly recommend The Ski GatheringHighly recommend The Ski Gathering to any solos wanting a bit of company on a ski or snowboarding trip! Chalet was gorgeous, food was tasty, hosts were awesome and free beer and wine, couldn't ask for anything more. Belinda the host is funny as hell and can't do enough for you : )
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staponsa1April 2024
a lovely stayThanks Harriet, Jed and Belinda for looking after us and a lovely stay despite the rain!
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Hayden RosendahlApril 2024
Brilliant valuePhenomenal ! Rooms: Room was comfortable, clean and always warm. Accommodation more than adequate and hosts were knowledgable, friendly and could not do enough for you. Will visit again asap! Nearby activities: Ski lift accessible close by, beginner friendly slopes within close reach and routes to wider Portes du Soleil area possible although snow dependent. Alpine roller coaster and zip line for the adrenaline junkie nearby as well as an ice rink and merry go round for kids out front. Lots of shops and one of the finest spas I've ever visited within 10 mins walk. Divine choice of location. Food & drinks: Very impressed by the quality and preparation of home cooked food ! If you're used to good food you'll be well served here. Restaurant quality cuisine in a cosy group dining setting at the chalet. Brilliant value. All inclusive beer and wine.
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Cathy BroderickApril 2024
just do it!Fun! Undeniably one of the best ski vacations for me. Coming to Les Gets was a hike for me, but well worth it. Kind Belinda was a joy! While the snow was a little iffy, we made the best of it. If you are thinking of vacationing in Les Gets, just do it! Thanks for a great time! If you know, you know! In all seriousness, Belinda and the staff at the Les Suites de l'Alpe were superb! Emma, Jed, Georgia and Ava thank you so much for all of your hard work! Thank you, Belinda for organizing and keeping us all in line!
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Tony BligheApril 2024
Definitely recommended for solo skiersMarch 2023: In past years we have filled a chalet with friends, but since our last trip in 2020 nothing has been organised, so at the very last minute myself and a couple of friends decided to try The Ski Gathering. It was a great holiday! In many ways it was more fun being with a bunch of random people of different ages, from different countries and backgrounds. Everyone got on well, due to Belinda's exceptional people skills, and, I guess, because people who are up for this sort of holiday are by nature open to meeting new people and are easy to get along with. We had a lot of laughs and some interesting conversations, which to my mind is what a holiday is all about. We kept 'bumping into' Belinda on the slopes and she would show us all the best places to go. She even hired a minibus to take us to different parts of the mountains (the snow was a bit thin when we went). Belinda loves skiing and loves people. She worked really hard to make sure everyone had a good time. Daisy and Grace, the chalet staff, looked after us very well, and we were all super impressed with the food. Would I go again? Absolutely yes! March 2024: I did go again! This time in a larger chalet for 18 and without bringing any friends with me. Great experience! Went for the official ski guiding option which was expensive but the tips from the guides added value. Definitely recommended for solo skiers who want to be sociable.
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Jeremy SykesApril 2024
I'll do this again for sureMar 24: 2nd review as I went again to the same place 2 weeks ago. That must say something about what I thought of it. The place was as before - this time I was in a triple room which i found better than the double I had last time. Emma, Jed, Georgia and Ava looked after the chalet and the meals and along with the central kitchen team did a great job of feeding everyone and making 18 strangers feel really welcome. Everyone got on - not all the same ski levels and of course you engage with some more people than others, but lots of good times and laughs. And the there's Belinda. As well as being an amazing ski guide and the Director of banter, she organsied us when we needed it and made the whole experience a lot of fun. Therapy is going fine btw Belinda :) When we arrived on Sunday the snow was poor and there looked to be more brown than white. But Belinda found plenty of skiing for us. I know a number of peopel have booked to go again in '25 (including me) Jan '24: First time for me doing a solo ski holiday and sharing a room with a stranger. I was in an over 50's week and instantly met 17 people who wanted to ski and socialise. By half way through the week I'd learned all the names There were mixed ski abilities but there was always a group of friendly people to ski with. Belinda organised us when needed, gave us plenty of info and acted as an unofficial ski guide early on in the week, which was great. I was in a twin room which was fairly cramped. Very limited storage. The chalet is modern and warm with good facilities. Ski lockers right there and many people made use of the jacuzzi, sauna and pool daily. Nearest ski lift is max 200m and others available by regular ski buses. The chalet team of Emma, Belu, Ava and Kiki looked after us well and served great food, cooked in the main by the central kitchen team (smart idea that !) of Candice, Emma, Katie and Kerry. Thanks all - I'll do this again for sure
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chris websterApril 2024
Fully recommend!Nice little group of rooms in a quiet part of Les Gets. At the back of some shops so no noise from the road. Ski hire from one of those shops. Equipment was good (I Had expert skis). Whole holiday brilliantly organised by Belinda and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Food was superb. Also had a small infra-red sauna (3 people) a hot tub big enough for 6 and a small pool - a little cold but OK if you kept moving. Unfortunately snow was poor but again, Belinda arranged transport and took us to better areas so overall, had a good week skiing. In good snow conditions - even the immediate area would be great - the regional pass would have been absolutely superb. I had my own room so not at all cheap but if you're willing to share - it would be really good value. Fully recommend! Rooms: Rooms varied - many seemed awkwardly shaped or were built under the eaves. Also, there didn't seem to be much storage. However, the bed had a memoryfoam mattress, so a great nights sleep, they were nicely decorated and I had a brilliant towel rail so able to dry clothes easily overnight. Communal areas very well equipped. Walkability: The Perrieres lift is just accross the road. Town centre is about 20 min walk uphill but that is a nice distance to build up a pre dinner appetite - otherwise, simply get the free ski bus!
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Guy GilpinApril 2024
beyond the call of duty!Had an excellent time - good skiing, good company and good food I would go back. I would like to call out the team looking after us, especially Belinda who went above and beyond the call of duty!
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Ferg RaeApril 2024
Would definitely go againBrilliant holiday, well organised. Would definitely go again.
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Phil JonesApril 2024
Belinda was incredibly helpfulOur host, Tash was brilliant - very attentive to our needs & shared a lot of great information with us. Belinda was incredibly helpful with logistics & even skiied with us the first day so we could explore the best runs & restaurants within the area. Many thanks
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Sheikh ZamanApril 2024
I plan to use Ski Gather againIt was my first solo ski trip and the first time using Ski Gathering. I couldn't have asked for more. The chalet was clean and cosy and conveniently situated near the ski lift. It allowed me to hit the slopes early in the morning without any hassle. The kitchen served superb meals every day - dinner was a culinary adventure. Let's not forget the wine and beers – they flowed freely, adding to the social atmosphere. The chalet staff were excellent, ensuring our stay was memorable. Belinda deserves a special mention. She showed us around the slopes and arranged all our transportation to and from the chalet. The minor downside is the rooms were small, with little storage. The single beds were small and uncomfortable. However, this did not affect my overall experience and I plan to use Ski Gather again.
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Skiing off-piste
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Kaprun Ski Resort

Whats included on our Off-Piste course package

  • Certified Instructors
  • 4 Hours Per Morning
  • 22 Hours Instruction Per Week
  • Safety Equipment Provided
  • Full Day Adventure on Friday

Off-Piste Course

We have partnered with an amazing local ski school to bring you a comprehensive course designed to bring your snow skills to the next level. This "introduction to off-piste" week is designed to really elevate a competent skier and help them gain more control off-piste. The course includes a full 22 hours of instruction throughout the week.

With La Plagne's excellent snow coverage and access to high-altitude glaciers, off-piste adventures are usually well within reach. However, for your safety, the final decision on off-piste guiding will depend on suitable snow and weather conditions. In the event that conditions are deemed unsuitable, the ski school will adapt the guiding to make the most of on-piste terrain instead.

Why Join?

Finding yourself at a plateau in your skiing progression? Adverse snow conditions a challenge? Our off-piste week is the gateway to the whole new world of skiing. Allowing you to ski faster and more accurately on-piste and with more control and competence off-piste this week will redefine how you view the mountain and backcountry.

How It Works

There is a clear focus on teaching you to deal with a wide variety of snow conditions confidently. This is all done under the watchful eye of fully qualified experienced instructors. This course zeros in on the tactics and techniques required to successfully navigate powder, steeps, bumps and also a bit of freestyle.

Course Structure

Most days will comprise of 4 hours of skiing in the morning with the instructors. These are normally done on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. On the Friday, the instructors will lead the group on a full day of off-piste adventure. There will be a day off on Wednesday. The afternoons are free to do as you please.

Who Is This For?

This course is designed for solid confident capable on-piste skiers. It is important that you have the ability and fitness levels required to participate in this course. These requirements will be enforced by the instructors and anyone who does not meet their criteria will not be allowed to participate. A reasonable level of fitness is required but this will be built on during the week.

Minimum Requirements

You are required to be either a level 6 or level 7 skier to join the off-piste week. This means you should be a competent all piste (Blue / Red / Black) skier. You should have advanced skills in parallel turning and be comfortable on reds and blacks. You should have skied at least 8 times or more. You should be able to handle small moguls and a light amount of off-piste. You should aim to start feeling pretty fit.

  • Be relatively fit
  • Comfortable on black pistes
  • Parallel on all red runs
  • Minimum level 6 / level 7
  • At least 8 weeks skiing experience
  • Requirements strictly enforced

Who are our Off Piste Ski Holidays for?

Dates & Prices 2024-2025

You can book online simply by selecting the week and room type you require, or phone / email us too. If you have any questions prior to booking, we'd love to hear from you — please just get in touch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Off piste skier on Off Piste Ski Courses leave tracks in Meribel

Meet other capable and competent skiers on our Off-Piste Weeks

Everyone is welcome, but these weeks are a great opportunity for skiers and boarders looking for a new challenge to really take it to the next level on the mountain and in the backcountry.

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off piste skiers on a course

I took part in the off-piste course with the ski gathering and could not have had a better time. The off-piste course itself was challenging and pushed me out of my comfort zone. The instructors (John and Mike) were friendly and patient. I felt like my skiing technique improved a lot over the week.

Jay stayed in Meribel (Feb 2019)

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