A school in the heart of the mountains

We invite you to share our passion for skiing and our mountains, to take advantage of our skills in the field, our past as sportsmen and our state diplomas to initiate you and progress through the various mountain activities practiced on the magnificent site of Praz de Lys Sommand this winter.

Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, Telemark, Snowboarding, Ski touring, Fat Bike, Snowshoeing, Unusual evening snowshoeing and cheese fondue in an isolated mountain chalet...

  • Small groups
  • 10 activities
  • Praz de Lys
  • Northern Alps
Adapted formulas

Adapted formulas

Private lessons and mini junior group (8-9 children max)

Beginners, advanced or competitors, to progress, to contemplate or to share, to practice with family or friends from 3 1/2 years old.

Progress in all simplicity, in a calm and good mood.

Toutes nos activités

  • Nordic ski private lessons

    Nordic ski private lessons

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Classic or skating

    For beginners or advanced skiers, the Glières Nordic site is suitable for those who want to discover skiing a little at a time and also includes difficulties for more experienced skiers.

  • Nordic ski group lessons for adults

    Nordic ski group lessons for adults

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Two techniques: classic or skating.

    • Limited group size.
    • Recognized levels in all our schools.
    • Instructors trained in foreign languages
  • Nordic ski group lessons for children

    Nordic ski group lessons for children

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Classic or skating technique.

    • Children from 3 years old to 12 years old are welcome.
    • Limited number of groups.
  • The unique ESI experiences

    The unique ESI experiences

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Original activities, real moments of exception in the mountains.

    Find all the ESI experiences on the school websites: yurt and igloo evenings, sledding, night outings with snowshoes, snow scooters, dog sledding, ski joering or even a night in a refuge with raclette, Mont d'Or or fondue.

  • Telemark

    Telemark

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Come and discover Telemark skiing with our ESI instructors.

    Telemark is one of the oldest ski disciplines and is practiced with a free heel.

  • Snowshoe walk

    Snowshoe walk

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Snowshoeing is a winter activity accessible to everyone.

    A unique opportunity to approach mountain sports activities, in a friendly atmosphere and in natural settings that will leave you with lasting memories.

  • Biathlon Courses

    Biathlon Courses

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Biathlon combines two disciplines: cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. ( Can also be practiced with snowshoes )

    Test your biathlete skills by learning or improving your biathlon skills with ESI. 
    After an introduction to the laser rifle to assimilate the shooting positions, it's time for the air rifle (10m lead) which is closer to competition shooting.
    Initiation with a 22 Long Rifle: Discover the real sensations of biathlon with an exceptional performance to do everything like the top athletes. Shoot real bullets at 50m on a shooting range with world cup standards with a real competition rifle. 

  • Free backcountry

    Free backcountry

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Freeride with use of ski touring equipment.

    Freeride with use of ski touring equipment.

  • Private snowboard lessons

    Private snowboard lessons

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    Greater flexibility and a more personalized approach

    Discover the resort with a professional
    Enjoy a family outing.
    Focus on your technique and style.
    Get your confidence back.

  • Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    A more personalized approach

    • Discover the resort with a professional
    • Enjoy a family outing.
    • Focus on your technique and style.
    • Get your confidence back.
  • Snowboard group lessons

    Snowboard group lessons

    Proposé par ESI Praz de Lys

    From beginner to expert level.

    Groups limited in number.
    From beginner to expert level.
    Medals and tests recognized in all our schools (link to medals page).
    Recognized levels in all our schools.
    Instructors trained in foreign languages.

Nous contacter

ESI Praz de Lys
Skimium, 1187 route de Chevaly, 74440 Praz de Lys, FR

06 87 73 20 82

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Discover the resort of Praz de Lys Sommand in summer

Discover the resort of Praz de Lys Sommand in summer

The beauty of the resort of Praz de Lys Sommand will also seduce you during the summer with numerous sports activities in the middle of nature.

In short...

Located in the Northern Alps, the ESI PRAZ DE LYS ski school offers 10 activities such as the unique ESI experiences, group ski lessons for children, snowshoeing. For more information you can meet us in Praz de Lys, by phone at 06 87 73 20 82 or by mail...

Located in the Northern Alps, the ESI PRAZ DE LYS ski school offers 10 activities such as the unique ESI experiences, group ski lessons for children, snowshoeing.
For more information you can meet us in Praz de Lys, by phone at 06 87 73 20 82 or by mail at info.splm@yahoo.fr