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Group Lessons

Join ESF (École de Ski Français) group lessons and enjoy a fun, friendly and dynamic way to learn on the slopes.
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Private Lessons

Tailor-made coaching with ESF private lessons. Enjoy the luxury of having an instructor all to yourself — perfect for fast progress with fully personalised support.
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Children’s Lessons

From age 3, children can discover skiing, whether they’re complete beginners or already confident on skis.
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Adult Lessons

Small group lessons organised by ability level, designed to help you learn or improve your technique at any age in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Landscape of La Pierre Saint-Martin in winter

Are you a beginner or taking ski lessons? The Flex Card is the perfect partner for your first turns. It gives you the freedom to discover skiing without worrying about lift pass logistics.

Pro tip: it’s the ideal option to focus entirely on your progress and the enjoyment of skiing, with no administrative hassle.

New to skiing and ready to hit the slopes in the Pyrenees? The N'PY Flex Card is designed with beginners in mind. Ski at your own pace and only pay for the area you actually use.

Reduced prices based on the area you ski in

If you ski in the beginner zone, you only pay the rate for that specific sector.

No need to queue at the ticket office

Your pass stays valid throughout the season, so you can head straight to the lifts.

Valid at other N’PY resorts

For an additional €5.

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  • Opening dates & hours

    Opening dates depend on resort opening conditions and weather.

    Opening hours (outside school holidays)

    Monday to Sunday: 9am – 5pm

    Opening hours (during school holidays)

    Monday to Sunday: 9am – 5pm

  • Meeting points

    Meet in front of the ESF office in La Pierre Saint-Martin, located between the shopping centre and the slopes.

  • Address

    Chemin Saint-Martin des Neiges - 64570 Arette

  • Good to know

    • A valid ski pass is required and is not included with ski lessons.

Once you have booked your ski lesson, the next step is to purchase your ski pass. La Pierre Saint-Martin offers the Flex Card, which is an excellent option for beginners.

You will then need to rent your ski equipment. The best choice is to hire a ski package (skis, poles and helmet) suited to your ability level.

Once you have your equipment, make sure you are dressed appropriately for the slopes: ski trousers, ski jacket, sunglasses or goggles, ski gloves, and other winter essentials. Staying warm and comfortable will help you make the most of your lesson.

Don't forget to bring a snack or energy bar for a quick boost during your ski lesson!

Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended when skiing.

The meeting point is in front of the ESF office in La Pierre Saint-Martin, located approximately halfway between the shopping arcade and the resort's snow front.

To help you find your way, take a look at the La Pierre Saint-Martin resort map.

La Pierre Saint-Martin offers a wide range of activities and lessons, including alpine skiing, freeride skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and ski touring.

Lessons are available for all ability levels, from complete beginners to experienced skiers. Whether you want to learn the basics or refine your technique, you can choose from group lessons or private lessons

You can rent your ski equipment just a short walk from the ski lesson meeting point.

Check out the ski rental shops in La Pierre Saint-Martin and choose equipment that matches your level. If you're learning to ski, a beginner ski package is highly recommended for a more comfortable and enjoyable experience on the slopes.