Private Guiding and Course Options
what we Offer:
private guiding /coaching and bespoke group ski courses
ALL MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT / TECHNICAL
OFF PISTE Coaching
ADVENTURE OFF PISTE COURSES
Our adventures are listed below for 2026/27
Private Guiding / Coaching
Groups can be can be arranged privately (as a private group) or we will centrally organize a group of like minded skiers with similar performance levels and goals.
Private guiding /coaching and group courses are available at £685.00 per full day with your own bespoke group between 1 and 8 people (you simply split the cost between your group)
We can advise on land and accommodation arrangements if required for the group.
All courses are listed below. You can book online but it is recommended to speak to someone from Alpinecoaching before going ahead and booking a course.
At times we will partner with other leading professionals so may offer more than one group option per week.
CPD refreshers and personal development coaching The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead
Lead Educator Pete Gillespie
Private coaching / Continued Professional development
(for your IASI licence or other associations participating in the CPD
scheme)
CPD is a 3 hour session at The Snow Center Hemel Hempstead + 1 hour home study
UK based training is priced in Sterling
£160 first person with additional people (up to 5) charged
at £40 per person.
Private personal development coaching (2 hour session)
£160 first person with additional people (up to 5)
charged at £40 per person.
Lift pass purchased separately
These are available on Thursdays between 10am and 5pm
NEW Adventure for January 2028 - Kazakhstan Altai Mountains
Kazakhstan Ski Adventure 2028 – Register Your Interest
£2800 estimated price excluding international and internal flight.
Proposed date Fri 14 Jan → Sat 22 Jan 2028 ( utilizing direct flights for London to Almaty)
We are excited to begin planning what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime ski adventure to Kazakhstan.
This incredible journey will combine world-class skiing with the rich culture and history of the Silk Road. Based around the fascinating city of Almaty, we'll explore the vast mountain ranges and spectacular terrain that make this region one of skiing's hidden gems.
The trip is expected to include:
Five days of skiing across a variety of terrain
Lift-accessed off-piste skiing
CAT skiing adventures
Snowmobile-assisted uplifts
Opportunities to experience the culture, food, and history of Kazakhstan
Time to explore the vibrant city of Almaty
At this stage, we are gathering expressions of interest while we continue to develop the itinerary and final programme details.
If you would like to be part of this extraordinary adventure, please register your interest now.
Further details, including pricing, accommodation, and the full itinerary, will be shared as planning progresses.
We look forward to sharing more information soon.
Kazakhstan Catskiing Travel Itinerary
Trip Overview
Route: London → Almaty → Ust-Kamenogorsk → Almaty → London
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days (plus international travel time)
Activity: 5 Days of Catskiing in Eastern Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan Catskiing Travel Itinerary
Trip Overview
Route: London → Almaty → Ust-Kamenogorsk → Almaty → London
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days (plus international travel time)
Activity: 5 Days of Catskiing in Eastern Kazakhstan
Day 1 – Depart London / Arrive in Almaty
Depart London on an international flight to Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Arrive in Almaty and connect to a domestic flight to Ust-Kamenogorsk.
Upon arrival, meet your transfer service and travel to your hotel.
Check in and relax ahead of the catskiing program.
Included:
Airport transfer (Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport to hotel)
Hotel accommodation (Twin Room)
Breakfast (following morning)
Days 2–6 – Catskiing Adventure (5 Days)
Enjoy five full days of guided catskiing in the mountains surrounding Ust-Kamenogorsk.
Daily Schedule
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the mountain staging area
Full day of catskiing with professional guides
Lunch in the mountains
Return to the hotel each evening
Included Each Day:
Catskiing
Professional guide services
Mountain lunch
Hotel accommodation
Breakfast
Day 7 – Return to Almaty
Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
Transfer to Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport.
Domestic flight to Almaty.
Upon arrival in Almaty, transfer to your centrally located hotel.
Free evening to explore Almaty, enjoy local restaurants, shopping, or sightseeing.
Included:
Airport transfer (hotel to airport in Ust-Kamenogorsk)
Airport transfer (Almaty Airport to city-centre hotel)
Hotel accommodation in Almaty (Twin Room)
Breakfast
Day 8 – Almaty to London
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer from the hotel to Almaty Airport.
International flight from Almaty to London.
Included:
Breakfast
Hotel-to-airport transfer in Almaty
Inclusions
Transfers
Ust-Kamenogorsk Airport ↔ Hotel transfers
Almaty Airport → City Centre Hotel transfer
Almaty Hotel → Airport transfer
Accommodation
6 nights in Ust-Kamenogorsk (standard twin rooms)
1 night in Almaty (twin room)
Daily breakfast
Catskiing Package
5 days of catskiing
Professional catskiing guide services
Daily mountain lunch during catskiing days
Not Included
International flights (London ↔ Almaty)
Domestic flights (Almaty ↔ Ust-Kamenogorsk)
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Evening meals and drinks (unless otherwise specified)
This itinerary combines five days of guided catskiing in Eastern Kazakhstan with an overnight stay in Almaty before returning to London.
The gathering Hintertux November 2026
14th - 16th November (training days)
Make your first turns of the season with coaching and input from our Team of Educators. This 3 day event is the ideal warm up for the season or exam prep.
Training only fee £350 for the three days.
Alpinecoaching will organize a transfer from Munich airport leaving 2.30pm on 13th November 2026 returning back to the airport on the 17th November 2026 for 12pm. Transfers £200 return.
Hintertux December 2026
5th - 12th December 2027 ( first day of course 6th December).
All mountain / Technical course / Side country - including some off piste training and coaching
PRICE: £685.00 course only
Alpinecoaching will organize a transfer from Munich airport leaving 2.30pm on the 5th December returning back to the airport on the 12th December 2026 for 12pm. Transfers £200 return.
For accommodation we recommend looking at various Hotels, guest houses and apartments in either Tux or the Tux valley. The valley from Vorderslanersbach to the Tux glacier is connected by a free ski bus making access easy. If you need any guidance or advice please do ask us.
Meeting point for course will be at the bottom station for 8.45am on 6th December
Gressoney / Montorosa ski / Val d Aosta 2027
16th - 23rd January 2027
All mountain / Technical course / Side country - including some off piste training and guided coaching
PRICE: £590.00 course only
Alpinecoaching will organize a transfer from Turin airport once we have flight details.
For accommodation we reserved rooms and apartments with our resort partners Hotel Dufour. Options available include shared rooms / apartments, superior rooms and single options, all with half board. Priced depending on options chosen.
Slovenia / Vogel / Bohinj 2027
Side country / touring intro / Back country adventure
7th March - 12th March 2027 (Ski days Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday)
This adventure takes place in Vogel just above the beautiful lake Bohinj. The ski area is small but provides some unique side country adventure with some bigger more remote back country opportunities with a little hiking.
This would ideally suit skiers who are looking to make a transition from some off piste to more adventurous off piste ( but not scary or exposed). We will also work on technical application to make you a more mobile and skillful all mountain skier.
Accommodation is in the stunning Vila Park Chalet (B and B) in one of the most beautiful environment we have ever found! Evening meals will be taken locally.
We will finalize prices very soon.
Flights: - 7th March 9.30am Gatwick - Ljubljana with Easyjet. Return Friday 12th March 10.55 Ljubljana to Gatwick Easyjet.
Included: -
Return airport transfer in Slovenia, B and B accommodation ( single rooms available), 4 days ski pass for Vogel and guided coaching.
Hintertux April 2027
3rd - 10th April 2027 ( first day of course 4th April).
All mountain / Technical course / Side country - including some off piste training and coaching
PRICE: £685.00 course only
Alpinecoaching will organize a transfer from Munich airport leaving 2.30pm on the 3rd April 2027 returning back to the airport on the 10th April 2027 for 12pm. Transfers £200 return.
For accommodation we recommend looking at various Hotels, guest houses and apartments in either Tux or the Tux valley. The valley from Vorderslanersbach to the Tux glacier is connected by a free ski bus making access easy. If you need any guidance or advice please do ask us.
Meeting point for course will be at the bottom station for 8.45am on 4th April 2027
IASI Instructor courses available!
Our learning and coaching model
The Four Phases of Mastery
A Clear Pathway. A Refined Structure. Measurable Advancement.
Our coaches understand that development unfolds in distinct phases. In each phase, coach and learner work together to create the most effective performance environment — structured, purposeful and progressive.
Phase One: Foundation
Structured Introduction
At this stage, clarity creates confidence.
Teacher-led structure
Strong technical foundations
Balance and movement literacy
Emphasis on steering, not just turning
The focus is precision in fundamentals — building the platform upon which all future performance stands.
Phase Two: Development
Steering & Control in Varied Terrain
The learner begins to think, assess and respond.
Refined steering mechanics
Linked turns with consistency and flow
Growing terrain awareness
Increasing independence
Coaching becomes more collaborative. The learner understands not only what to do — but why it works.
Phase Three: Advancement
Ownership, Flow & Fluency
Performance becomes intentional and repeatable.
Confident skiing with fluid line choice
Consistent, efficient movement patterns
Adaptability at higher speeds and steeper gradients
Exploration of varied turn shapes
Repetition becomes refinement. Confidence becomes visible. Flow emerges naturally.
Phase Four: Mastery
Expression & Specialisation
Skill becomes instinctive. Performance becomes expressive.
Personalised, performance-focused coaching
Speed, precision and efficiency
Tactical awareness and terrain reading
Specialisation in moguls and off-piste
Clear output-focused progression
The learner is now self-directed — capable, adaptable and technically fluent.
Why This Model Works
Phase-Based Progression
Clear structure removes uncertainty and accelerates development.
Adaptive Coaching Relationships
Instruction evolves from directive, to collaborative, to performance-led.
Outcome Over Perfection
We prioritise movement that performs in real snow conditions — function over form.
Continuous Refinement
Our framework is shaped by decades of experience, guest insight, and modern sports science.
The Difference Is Measurable
Progression is clear.
Confidence builds naturally.
Performance becomes sustainable.
We don’t simply teach skiing.
We develop capable, confident performers — through a learning model designed for mastery.