Main ski lessons
Taught by our 33 ESF instructors
Group Lessons
Private Lessons
Children’s Lessons
Adult Lessons
New to skiing or taking lessons? The Flex Card is the ideal companion for your first turns, giving you the freedom to discover skiing without worrying about ski pass arrangements.
The instructors' tip: it's the perfect way to focus on improving and enjoying the slopes, without the hassle.
Ready to discover skiing in the Béarn Pyrenees?
At La Pierre Saint-Martin, learning is stress-free! From the magic carpets in the Discovery Area to the long Boulevard des Pyrénées run, you can build confidence at your own pace.
Thanks to the innovative N'Py Flex Card, your ski pass adjusts to the areas you actually ski in: you're only charged for the area you've used.
A smart way to get started!
Better rates based on where you ski
If you ski in the beginner zone, you only pay the beginner-zone rate.
No need to queue at the ticket office
Your card remains valid all season, with no need to visit the ticket office again.
Valid at other N'Py resorts
For an extra €5 per resort.
Where is the ESF?
In La Pierre Saint-Martin
Opening days and hours
During the resort's opening season, weather permitting:
- Outside school holidays: ESF is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.
- During school holidays: ESF is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.
Meeting points
In front of the ESF La Pierre Saint-Martin office, located roughly halfway along the shopping arcade at the base of the slopes.
Office address
Chemin Saint-Martin des Neiges - 64570 Arette
Good to know
- A ski pass is required and is not included in the lesson price.
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Why book your ski lessons with N'Py?
Pyrenean expertise, without the hassle
Booking your lessons with ESF La Pierre Saint-Martin through N'Py means organising everything in one place: lessons, ski passes and equipment hire in just a few clicks.
Our local team, based in Lourdes, knows the resort and can help you choose the right option, from Club Piou Piou for children aged 3 and over to beginner lessons for adults.
To make budgeting easier, you can also pay in 3 or 4 instalments.
FAQs
Your questions answered!
La Pierre Saint-Martin offers alpine skiing, freeride, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and ski touring.
Lessons cater for all abilities, from beginners to experienced skiers, with both group and private lessons available.
From age 3, at the ESF Club Piou Piou.
Children aged 3 to 5 learn in a protected area with magic carpets, away from more experienced skiers.
From age 5, they can join children's group lessons or Prestige sessions. For their first week, we recommend one two-hour session a day so they can enjoy themselves without getting overtired.
Meet in front of the ESF office, roughly halfway along the shopping arcade at the base of the slopes.
Group lessons take place in the morning (9–11 am or 11 am–1 pm during school holidays). See the La Pierre Saint-Martin piste map to find your way.
Three essentials: a ski pass, equipment and suitable clothing.
Book your lesson, get your ski pass, then hire a beginner ski package (skis, poles and helmet) near the meeting point.
Bring ski trousers and a jacket, gloves, goggles or sunglasses, plus a cereal bar for an energy boost.
A helmet is strongly recommended for everyone, especially children.
It's included in ski equipment hire packages, so there's no need to buy one before your first lesson.
Yes. A ski pass is required and not included in the lesson price.
For beginners, we recommend the Flex Card: there's no need to queue at the ticket office, and you only pay for the area you actually ski in.
If you stay in the beginner zone, you only pay that area's rate. See the La Pierre Saint-Martin beginner ski pass.
Hire equipment from the resort's ski shops, just beside the lesson meeting point.
Browse La Pierre Saint-Martin ski hire shops and ask for a beginner package with shorter, softer skis that are easier to control.
Reviews of ESF La Pierre Saint-Martin
What a fantastic experience!
“My daughter Nina's very first group lessons — she'd never been on skis before. Everyone was so friendly on the phone and at the office, always approachable and happy to listen. She learned so much and made incredible progress, and soon she was having a wonderful time. It was a joy to watch those moments.”
Julie
“ESF La Pierre Saint-Martin is fantastic! Such a friendly, welcoming team who really know how to teach. There's always a warm welcome and a smile. Our daughter has made great progress and always comes away smiling, whether she's had group or private lessons.”
Alexandre
“Esteban and Mathis (aged 6 and 7) spent a week taking 'Privilège' lessons in early February. We were welcomed by a wonderful team! They discovered a love of skiing thanks to Marco, their first instructor, and Ludo, who helped them progress with real professionalism and kindness.”
Philippe
“We'd like to give a heartfelt thank you to Philippe, who gave Hadrien private snowboarding lessons, and Christophe, who gave Samuel private ski lessons. Thank you both so much for your kindness and excellent teaching.”
Corinne
“A fantastic three-hour lesson with Philippe, who introduced us to Nordic ski touring with great patience, professionalism and kindness, making us feel safe throughout.”
Nikita
“My son took Piou Piou group lessons and my daughter had private lessons with Sandrine. It was their first time skiing, and the instructors were patient, cheerful and caring. The children had so much fun on their skis. Thank you to all the instructors!”
Dominique
“A brilliant experience. I met a really welcoming team and my private lesson went very well. Highly recommended!”
Agathe
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