Beginner Ski Holidays
If you’re thinking about your first ski or snowboard holiday, don’t be daunted. We’re here to help you every step of the way to find the perfect holiday as well as help organise all the ski essentials that you’ll need. We'll give you the best introduction to skiing or boarding & by the end of your week away, you’re likely to have had your best holiday ever.
Learn to ski or snowboard with Neilson
To ensure your love affair with skiing or snowboarding gets off to the best possible start, we’ve sought out the perfect beginner friendly resorts where you’re guaranteed an ideal learning environment. You can learn in just about any resort but for our top recommended beginner resorts, visit our Learn to Turn page or look out for the logo.
Below is our absolute Top 5 to learn to ski or board in:
All that you'll need
We've put together Complete Beginner - Level 0 ski and snowboard packs. These include all the ski or board essentials for your first week such as:
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Lift pass - To get you up the mountain as you wouldn't want to walk it
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Equipment - You won't get very far without it
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Tuition - So you know what to do with the lift pass and equipment and start having fun!
All of this will be organised for your arrival in resort, but just remember to book them before you travel as they will not be available in resort and booking the individual elements will work out more expensive.
Neilson service
Our reps are the best in the business. During the week, your Neilson rep will be on hand to offer advice at the most important times, such as helping with getting your skis/board and boots fitted, showing you where the ski/board school meeting point is, showing you the best places to practice your new found skills and organising a fun-packed programme of after ski activities (aprés ski).
It's great fun! Not only will you experience the thrill of learning a new sport, you'll be outdoors, breathing in the fantastic fresh mountain air, meeting new friends and having lots of laughs along the way.
Don't give up - give it time
Instructors say to give it three days. By then all the advice and practice will sink in and click together making you should advance quickly.
Mountain escapism
Our skiing holidays, for beginners right through to the most advanced skiers and boarders, provide a unique escape from life’s everyday pressures. There’s no better feeling than gliding down a snowy slope, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying being outdoors.
Here to Help
View the best beginner ski resorts and don't forget, you can call our expert Reservations Team with any questions on 0844 879 8155 or speak to other skiers and boarders about any of our beginner ski holidays in the Neilson Chatrooms.