Ski and snowboard mountaineering requires specific technical skills and an understanding of the risks associated with mountain terrain. This Level 1 training is designed for skiers and snowboarders with basic off-piste experience who wish to develop their skills in backcountry travel, rappelling, and mountain safety. Participants will explore anchoring principles, rappelling with a backpack and skis, terrain and snowpack hazard assessment, avalanche transceiver use, and emergency response to severe bleeding.

A balanced ratio between theoretical and practical components will promote better retention of the knowledge taught. This eight-hour course includes two hours of theory and six hours of practical training, combining technical workshops, individual exercises, and realistic field scenarios. Participants must have the physical fitness and technical ability to travel independently on ungroomed terrain appropriate to their skill level.