Sidebar

Mountaineering in Courchevel

Ski & Snowboard Instructor
Nans Clerc ski snowboard instructor courchevel 1850
Ski Instructor Courchevel

Nans Clerc – Private Ski Instructor & Snowboard Instructor in Courchevel 1850

Certified Ski Instructor in Courchevel 1850 and Snowboard Instructor across the 3 Valleys, Nans Clerc offers a premium and tailor-made teaching experience combining technical excellence, safety, and pleasure in the heart of the French Alps.

Professional Experience & Expertise

  • 2007–2012 — Ski & Snowboard Instructor at the “ESI” skis school (École de Ski Internationale).
  • Since 2012 — Private Ski & Snowboard Instructor in Courchevel and throughout the 3 Valleys and the Alps, offering exclusive, one-to-one coaching for international clientele.
  • Offering bespoke ski and snowboard lessons in French, English and Russian, to meet the expectations of an international clientele accustomed to excellence.

Tailor-Made Children’s Ski Courses with Nans

With remarkable adaptability, patience, and enthusiasm, Nans brings a caring and reassuring approach to every children’s ski lesson in Courchevel. Learning mountain sports at any age requires trust, support, and a playful spirit — principles at the heart of his teaching philosophy.

Over five years supervising mountain summer camps for children aged 4 to 17, and more than a decade teaching skiing and snowboarding to families from around the world, Nans has developed a refined understanding of children’s unique needs. Every lesson blends pedagogy and passion, revealing the mountains not as a cold environment, but as a vast, fraternal playground where confidence and joy grow with every turn.

His expertise reminds us that a child is not a miniature adult — each student requires an individual, attentive, and empathetic approach that cannot be improvised. That’s the essence of private ski instruction in Courchevel 1850 at the highest level of quality.

Nans | Professional Photographer in Courchevel 1850

  • Photographer
  • NAFA N°: 7420ZQ
  • Registration N°: 509013306RM074

Ski Instructor and Photo Memories in Courchevel

As both a private Ski & Snowboard Instructor and a Professional Photographer, Nans unite his two passions to offer you an exclusive, all-inclusive experience: refined coaching and timeless memories.

Enjoy the simplicity of a seamless service — combining high-level instruction with bespoke photography — so you can fully immerse yourself in the moment while he captures it for you.

Each session is designed to create beautiful, natural memories of your time on snow — whether it’s your first descent, a family moment, or a day of pure elegance in Courchevel.

Private, on-request experience: a certified Ski Instructor and Professional Photographer — all in one.

Your memories deserve the finest tools

  • All images are captured using LEICA M and Canon L-series lenses, mounted on professional LEICA digital and analog cameras — the gold standard in precision, color, and timeless quality.
    • Ski Instructor in Courchevel 1850
    Ski Instructor Courchevel

    Welcome to Courchevel — where excellence meets serenity, and where every moment on the snow becomes a refined and memorable experience.

    Book you private ski lessons with a French State-Certified Ski Instructor. Nans offers tailored guidance, in English and Russian, across Courchevel 1850 ski area, as well as Moriond 1650, Village 1550, La Tania 1400, Le Praz 1300 and the 3 Valleys ski area (Meribel, Les Menuires, Val Thorens).

    Lessons ensure safety, progression, and confidence, from beginner slopes to advanced off-piste itineraries.

    Children Ski Lessons in Courchevel 1850

    Offer your children the privilege of learning to ski in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment, under the guidance of a dedicated Private Ski Instructor. Each lesson is carefully tailored to your child’s personality, pace, and aspirations, blending technical progress, confidence-building, and the pure joy of discovery.

    private ski instructor in courchevel 1850

    A Bespoke Ski Journey for Your Children in Courchevel

    Designed for children aged 3 and up!

    For First-Time Skiers and Young Learners

    For beginners and younger children, lessons are held in dedicated, child-friendly zones:

  • The Magic carpet and gentle green slopes near the Jardin Alpin gondola (Courchevel 1850).
  • Special beginner areas in Courchevel Moriond 1650, Courchevel Village 1550, and Courchevel La Tania 1400, adapted to each stage of progression.

    • Each session is carefully designed to foster confidence, safety, and joy, while introducing the fundamentals of skiing through engaging and tailored exercises.

    For Young Adventurers and Confident Skiers

    For more experienced children, Nans crafts exclusive itineraries across the Courchevel ski area, offering both challenge and discovery:

  • Handpicked slopes suited to each child’s level.
  • Access to Family Park, Snow Park, and slalom zones.
  • Option to explore the legendary 3 Valleys ski domain.
  • Courchevel 1850, Moriond 1650, Village 1550, La Tania 1400, Le Praz 1300 ski resorts.

    • Each program is fully bespoke and flexible, blending technical mastery with the pleasure of exploration.

    Adult Ski Lessons in Courchevel 1850

    Discover hidden itineraries, perfect carving slopes, and breathtaking panoramas — all while refining your technique through bespoke technical guidance. A private session is the most effective and enjoyable way to enhance your skills, deepen your understanding of the sport, and ski with complete peace of mind.

    private ski instructor in courchevel 1850

    Every detail is taken care of, so you can focus solely on the joy of the moment.

    For Beginners – Start with Confidence

    If you’re discovering skiing for the first time, or returning after a long break, private lessons offer the safest and most enjoyable way to begin.

    Together, we’ll:

  • Identify your starting level and define your goals.
  • Progress smoothly on Courchevel’s best beginner areas.
  • Reconnect with the pleasure and rhythm of skiing, free from stress.
  • Build confidence step by step, under the attentive guidance of a dedicated professional.

    • Whether you’re learning from scratch or rediscovering your skills after years away from the slopes, private coaching ensures your experience is comfortable, safe, and fulfilling.

    For Advanced and Expert Skiers – Refine, Explore, Excel

    For confident skiers, Courchevel offers a vast playground of technical and scenic runs — and a Private Instructor transforms that space into your personal training ground.

    Your lesson will be tailored each day based on:

  • Your goals, energy, and condition.
  • Snow and weather.
  • The most suitable terrain for your style and level.

    • Telemark Ski Instructor in Courchevel 1850

    Experience the pure elegance of movement on snow with a Private Telemark Instructor in Courchevel 1850.

    Often described as the most graceful and authentic ski discipline, Telemark combines balance, fluidity, and freedom. Guided by a French State-Certified Instructor, you’ll discover or refine this art form in a serene, tailor-made environment — perfectly suited to your level, your goals, and your pace.

    A Seamless and Stress-Free Experience

    To ensure your comfort, your Ski Instructor can meet you directly at your hotel or private residence each morning — allowing your ski day to begin effortlessly, with every detail attended to.

    Tailored Formats

  • Half-day or full-day private sessions depending on the winter period.
  • Children: Lessons designed around your child’s age, ability, and personality.
  • Adults: Flexible itineraries designed entirely around your preferences and pace.

    • Contact Nans to arrange a truly bespoke ski experience for you or your child in Courchevel — where learning meets elegance, and every turn is a step toward confidence.

    Snowboard Instructor in Courchevel 1850
    Ski Instructor Courchevel

    Discover the pleasure of snowboarding with a Private Snowboard Instructor in Courchevel 1850. Nans offers snowboard lessons for children and adults across the Courchevel and 3 Valleys ski area. Each lesson is fully customized, offering a premium and personal experience for all levels — from the very first turns to advanced freeride techniques.

    Courchevel offers a unique playground of 600 km of slopes within the 3 Valleys — the largest ski area in the world. Each sector reveals different challenges and sensations: perfect groomers for beginners, family parks for freestyle initiation, and expansive off-piste terrain for confident snowboarders.

    Children’s Snowboard Lessons in Courchevel

    From the age of 3, motivated young riders can experience the joy of snowboarding in total safety. With individual and tailored guidance from a State-Certified Snowboard Instructor, children progress quickly and have fun learning this free-spirited and playful winter sport.

    private children snowboard instructor in courchevel 1850

    Adult Snowboard Lessons in Courchevel

    Enjoy the freedom of the mountains with your Private Snowboard Instructor. Whether you are discovering snowboarding for the first time or looking to refine your carving and off-piste technique, benefit from personalized coaching focused on progress, safety, and pleasure.

    private children snowboard instructor in courchevel 1850

    Beginners & Intermediate Snowboard Coaching

    Start snowboarding smoothly and with confidence. Private lessons are the most efficient way to learn or return to snowboarding after a break, helping you master balance, turns, and control in complete safety — on the best beginner zones of Courchevel.

    Advanced & Expert Snowboard Coaching

    For experienced riders, explore the most scenic spots and secret itineraries of Courchevel and the 3 Valleys. According to your goals, snow conditions, and daily form, your Instructor will tailor the session for maximum performance and pleasure. Perfect your carving, freeride or freestyle skills with a high-end approach that combines technique, style, and adventure.

    Tailored Formats

  • For an effortless and premium experience, Nans offers door-to-door service: meeting, departure, and return at your accommodation in Courchevel.
  • Choose the duration that suits you — half-day or full-day (depending on the winter period) — and enjoy private snowboard lessons entirely adapted to your needs.

    • Contact Nans to arrange a custom made snowboard experience for you or your children in Courchevel.

    Ski Instructor Courchevel

    Discover the pure thrill of off-piste skiing in Courchevel 1850 with a French State-Certified Ski & Snowboard Instructor.

    Enjoy the most beautiful powder slopes of the 3 Valleys ski area with total peace of mind — guided by a professional dedicated to safety, performance, and pleasure in every turn.

    Nans private freeride sessions are designed for passionate skiers, snowboarders, and telemark enthusiasts who want to experience the wild beauty of Courchevel beyond the marked slopes. Each outing is fully tailored to your ability, goals, and snow conditions — offering a blend of adventure, learning, and pure freedom.

    Why choose a Private Off-Piste Instructor in Courchevel?

    • Safety & Premium – Loan of avalanche gear, full risk management, and certified instruction.
    • Exclusive Itineraries – Hidden routes across Courchevel & Les 3 Valleys.
    • Tailored Experiences – Ski, Snowboard & Telemark.
    • English & Russian Speaking Instructor.
    • Doorstep Service – Departure from your hotel or residence in Courchevel.

    Off-Piste Skiing in Courchevel 1850

    Skiing off-piste in Courchevel is an exceptional adventure: vast open bowls, larch forests, hidden valleys and high-altitude slopes with breathtaking views. From Courchevel 1850 to the wild ridges of the 3 Valleys, every descent is a unique journey.

    private off-piste skiing guide in courchevel 1850

    Nans will guide you through secret spots suited to your ability and conditions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Each outing is an opportunity to refine your off-piste technique: snow reading, balance, and line selection, always with safety as top priority.

    Off-Piste Snowboarding in Courchevel 1850

    For freeride snowboarders, Courchevel is a true paradise. Whether it’s floating through deep powder fields, carving down long forest runs, or tackling natural jumps, every session is customized for your riding style. With your Private Snowboard Guide, you’ll ride freely and confidently on the best terrain of the 3 Valleys.

    private off-piste snowboarding guide in courchevel 1850

    Avalanche safety gear is provided, and all routes are carefully chosen based on snow conditions, group ability, and current weather. Each lesson blends technique improvement, safety awareness, and pure enjoyment.

    Off-Piste Telemark in Courchevel 1850

    Experience the grace of telemark skiing beyond the slopes. As one of the most elegant and expressive ski techniques, telemarking off-piste allows a unique sensation of freedom and flow. Whether you are discovering telemark for the first time or refining your turns, Nans will help you master this art in the beautiful alpine scenery of Courchevel and 3 Valleys.

    Safety & Equipment

    Every freeride session includes avalanche safety gear (transceiver, shovel, probe) and a safety briefing on proper use. Before heading off-piste, we will evaluate snow conditions, choose safe routes, and discuss avalanche risk management.

    Safety, pleasure, and pedagogy are the foundations of each off-piste lesson. You will learn to better understand snowpack, read terrain, and make safe decisions independently.

    Meeting Point

    For your convenience, we can start directly from your hotel or chalet in Courchevel 1850, 1650 (Moriond) and 1550 (Village). Half-day or full-day sessions are available, depending on the winter period.

    Book your Off-Piste Experience

    Treat yourself to a premium off-piste adventure in Courchevel. Whether skiing, snowboarding or telemarking, enjoy a tailor-made freeride session with an experienced Private Instructor. Contact Nans to design your perfect off-piste day.