This is a guest blog post from our good friends at FIS SnowKidz.
FIS SnowKidz is the first phase of the Bring Children to the Snow campaign. It is a unique program and communications platform that enables organisers around the world to share and showcase their events to bring children to the snow.
A guide to preparing your kids for ski lessons
Signing up your child for a ski lesson is the first step.
But there are a few key things to keep in mind to make sure the first ski lesson is a hit.
A successful first ski lesson can make sure your kid falls in love with skiing!
A ski lesson is just a play date
Most kids will jump at the idea of spending a whole day without mum and dad.
But for a few the idea of being separated is daunting.
If you are one of these parents or have a child who doesn’t like to be away from you, a ski lesson is just a “play date” but under professional supervision.
And don’t worry you will be united at the end of the day.
2. Sign up at least 24hrs before the lesson
Coming from a former instructor there is nothing more difficult than a stressed parent coming to you demanding you give their child a ski lesson immediately.
On one hand you don’t want to say “no” out of kindness but on the other hand you have other children who are patiently awaiting your attention.
To save all the stress be sure to book your kids ski lesson at least 24hrs before the day you intend for them to have a lesson.
PRO TIP - Specifically around holidays and school holidays, demand of lessons is high and spaces are limited. Therefore you may want to book as early as possible.
Make sure to book your ski lesson with plenty of time in advance.
3. Rent your equipment before the day of the lesson
Most parents will already do this and it sounds simple. But many people think that lesson time includes the renting of equipment.
In 99% of cases it does not.
As such make sure to get the ski equipment ready at least the day prior.
4. Arrive with plenty of time before the lesson begins
Instructors have a strict schedule for lessons.
If you want to maximise your purchase of a lesson arrive at the meeting point earlier (at least 10-15 minutes prior) and use the full time to learn how to ski.
5. Trust the ski instructor
Ski instructors are paid professionals.
This means they are trained, knowledgeable on interacting with kids and know what to do should something go wrong.
As such, when you sign your child up for a lesson allow the instructor to do what they are paid to do and enjoy your few hours of freedom.
Remember skiing is a sport that you do not need to stand on the sidelines while your kids have all the fun.
Make sure to go out and enjoy the slopes yourself!
