General & Background
I hold the highest qualification in the world for ski instruction (BASI Level 4 ISTD) complete with the Eurotest, meaning I am fully qualified, registered, and insured to teach independently in France. I hold a Carte Professionnelle and have spent over 15 seasons skiing in the region, making Val d'Isère and Tignes my home and professional playground. Beyond the slopes, I hold a Master's degree in Exercise & Nutrition Science and a PGCE in Education.
Teaching
My teaching methodology is rooted in my formal background as an educator. Skiing is an incredibly complex motor skill, often complicated by fear, weather, and fatigue. My approach strips away confusing jargon and focuses on biomechanically sound movements, tailored specifically to how you process information.
Whether you are a nervous beginner trying to conquer a blue run, or an expert looking to carve cleaner arcs on steep ice, we build from the ground up to ensure long-term, sustainable breakthroughs in your skiing.
Off-Piste & Ski Touring
Val d'Isère and Tignes offer arguably the greatest lift-accessed off-piste terrain in the world. I have spent years mapping these routes and even co-authored a comprehensive off-piste guidebook for the valley.
My guiding emphasizes mountain awareness, terrain choices, and the tactical decisions necessary to ski deep powder safely. For those looking to escape the crowds entirely, ski touring provides the ultimate analog experience—earning our turns and finding untouched snow far beyond the resort boundaries.
Instructor Training & Assessing
As a BASI Trainer, I am responsible for training and examining the next generation of British ski instructors. This role requires me to continuously refine my own understanding of the sport, staying at the cutting edge of modern ski technique and pedagogy.
If you are an aspiring instructor preparing for your Level 2, 3, or 4 exams, I offer dedicated, high-performance coaching specifically designed to meet the strict assessment criteria of international examining bodies.
Why Ski With Me?
Choosing an independent instructor means choosing a highly personalized experience. You aren't just assigned a random name on a ski school roster; you get direct communication, tailored lesson plans, and an instructor invested in your long-term progression.
I bring patience, pedagogical expertise, and an obsessive passion for the mountains to every session. My goal is simple: to make you a safer, more efficient, and more joyful skier.