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Information about skiing, ski resorts and skiing in Switzerland
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Back to winter?! Powder snow!
A return to winter!? Powder snow! Today, it's like Niseko, Japan, with powder on the slopes! In Switzerland at this time of year, many people head towards Italy seeking warmth, so the slopes are actually quite empty. The forecast for good weather starts tomorrow. The Villars-Gryon-Diablerets ski resort is open until April 12th! -
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Swiss Skiing in March|Spring Skiing with Villars!
The ski season in Villars, Switzerland, continues through March, and recent snowfall has returned the slopes to winter conditions. Spring is a recommended time to ski, with fewer crowds and longer daylight hours, allowing for a leisurely day of skiing. Enjoying lunch or drinks on a terrace, a quintessential European ski experience, is also a major draw. For those concerned about spring snow conditions, you can still enjoy good snow at Glacier 3000. The Villars ski resort is scheduled to be open until April 11th, so you can fully enjoy spring skiing. Please feel free to contact us. -
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Is skiing difficult? The real reason why beginners and adults feel that way and tips on how to improve [Complete Explanation].
Skiing is a sport that is often perceived as "difficult" by beginners and adults because of its unusual movements, the unstable environment of snow, and the limitations of self-study. Skiing is not a talent, however, and practice in the correct order is of the utmost importance. It is never too late to start as an adult, and you can make steady progress by using your understanding and safety judgment. The only conclusion is practice. However, the key to turning "difficult" into "fun" in the shortest possible time is to be able to learn in Japanese without anxiety and to receive instruction from instructors who are officially certified in Switzerland. -
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Your First Ski de Randonnées: A Practical Guide
In the last issue, we introduced "Your First Ski de Randonnées: A Guide to the Essentials," and now it's time for the practical part. The charm of backcountry skiing is that there are few people and you can climb and descend in nature. In this article, we will introduce you to the avalanche hazard of backcountry skiing, where you will not need to use crampons, beacons, or other equipment... -
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Your First Ski de Randonnées: Essentials Guide
This time we would like to introduce one of the winter sports, Ski de randonnées (SR for short). Skiing is popular in the Alps. Also known as ski alpinism, SR skis are lighter than alpine skis and can be used for uphill and downhill skiing. Skiing and s... -
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Recommended Ski Resorts in Switzerland
Zermatt, Verbier, Villars-Gryon-Diablerets Zermatt (Zermatt) World-famous resort with a view of the Matterhorn. The gondola takes you to the glacier area at 3,883 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy stable snow conditions from early winter to early spring. Attractive points The highest view in the world: the Matterhorn... -
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A must-see guide to skiing in Switzerland
Ski resorts in Switzerland Hello 😃 My name is Noriko. I have been working as a ski instructor in Switzerland and Japan for more than 20 years and have experienced many ski resorts through training, work and vacation. The scale and culture of Swiss ski resorts are different from those in Japan, and for first time visitors, it is... -
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Goggles required for UV protection
Good morning. This is Noriko. Thank you very much for coming to our ski resort and ski school during your vacation. Next week, we still have vacations in Belgium, France, and other cantons in Switzerland, but the crowds are expected to calm down a bit in the ski slopes. Switzerland... -
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What you need to know if you are considering private lessons
Hello, this is Noriko. I'm Noriko😃 This time I would like to share with those of you who are considering private lessons. There are some things you need to know before you start skiing. Skiing is a sport that involves using tools, gravity, and falling motion on the snow. Physical strength, language comprehension skills, and movement... -
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Swiss Pow! Rare heavy snowfall: ☃️
Hello, this is Noriko 😃 We had a lot of snow again this past week! This is my 7th year teaching in Switzerland and I have never seen so much snow at this time of December. The current snowfall is 60cm at the base and 119cm at the peak. ...
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