Discover skiing in La Mongie
In La Mongie , at the foot of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre , the ESi Grand Tourmalet offers group ski lessons for children in a fun, friendly, and reassuring atmosphere. Supervised by our state-certified instructors , young skiers learn and progress at their own pace, from the Mini Souris Blue Team course, on slopes adapted to their needs and skill level.
The levels taught in La Mongie
Snowman
Exploring the environment. First slides.
Mouse
Mastery of the snowplow braking technique with voluntary stopping.
Blue Mouse
Snowplow snaking. Introduction to ski lifts.
Cristal International
Snowplow turn with parallel skis returning while traversing.
Bronze Crystal
Basic turn with sudden skidding.
Silver Crystal
Basic turn.
Vermeil Crystal
Basic turn controlled on a red run. Basic slalom. Brake skid.
Stage Blue Team
I'm preparing for my Gold or Diamond level: I'm comfortable on small mogul fields and all red runs, making basic carving turns using only the edges of my skis. I'm confident and in control on all types of slopes, able to carve and control my speed without fear of moguls, steep inclines, or ice. Even after achieving the Diamond level, there's still plenty to learn. Your children or teenagers are starting real training; the real fun is just beginning... Depending on their goals, join us for "Freestyle, Freerando, or Freeride."
The Emerald Run
Mastery of all snow and terrain skiing. Awareness of off-piste safety.
The Turquoise Run
Mastering Freeride on steep slopes. Advanced off-piste safety training.
The Ruby Run
Simple tricks, 180°, grab in the snowpark, riding switch on groomed terrain.
The Diamond Run
Figures, 360° rotations, 180° grabs, Tail and Nose on prepared terrain.