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Weekend trips are perfect for a quick ski fix, and Tignes, with its high-altitude, snowsure terrain, is always a reliable choice. This holiday offers three days of tuition with local instructors, maximizing your skiing time with minimal time off work!
What's Included
What’s included
- Return set group transfers
- B&B for 1 night (arrival evening)
- Half board for 3 nights
- 3 days with instructors
- Transceiver if required
What’s not included
- Flights
- Lunches
- Lift pass
- Ski/boot hire
On Snow Experience
This holiday includes three days on piste instruction with top instructors from TDC ski school. Split into groups of 7/8 and aimed at Silver/Purple on piste skiers, this holiday has been designed to help you refine and improve your technique in just a few days – maximising your time on the slopes while soaking up the mountain atmosphere. It is essential that members have the correct ski profile for the holiday they book.
The Instruction Weekend in Tignes provides a greater opener for your season. People often ask whether there will be enough snow? With over 10 years of skiing for this opener week, initially with another company for my own skiing before the Ski Club, I have never had a start where there wasn’t enough snow to make it a great start. Feedback on instructors have been glowing. And, to top it all, a great bunch of people to start your season!
Errol Walker, Ski Club Rep
Instructors and Ski Club Rep
Rab Bickerdike – The Development Centre
Rab has been skiing since he can remember and was brought up on the “character building” slopes of Scotland. Since 1999 he’s been doing seasons in Pila, Chamonix, Les Gets, Verbier, Aosta, and now Tignes for it’s “good vibe and massive off piste possibilities”.
After many seasons of teaching and coaching experience under his belt, Rab still loves to pass on his love and knowledge of the sport, whilst respecting and enjoying the mountain as much and as often as possible. Rab very honestly admits to his park and pipe background, and at any given chance will be upside down or back to front. He is just as happy on skis or a snowboard.
India Cairns – The Development Centre
India started skiing when she was 2 1/2 years old and got her first instructing job at 18. After a brief break to get a degree in history and sociology, she worked her way through BASI to get ISTD qualified. India loves the variety of teaching any level and any age, but really enjoys getting more ladies hooked on the sport.
Like most TDC instructors skiing has taken her all over the world to Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Norway, Japan and France, but her bucket list is endless. She spends the summers in winter at The Remarkables, in New Zealand.
Personally she loves off piste skiing, keeping on top of her ropey freestyle skills, getting out on a board and occasionally competing in some freeride comps. Off snow she likes pretty much any activity as long as she’s not injured.
Steve Leckie
I became a Ski Club rep in Dec 2023 having started skiing in 1983, enjoying Freshtracks holidays and learning to ski off-piste with Yann and Diane in Flaine. I am passionate about being in the mountains and have skied many resorts in France, Austria, Italy and Bulgaria. To heli ski in North America is still on my bucket list. When I am not skiing you will find me mountain biking, walking and playing on the sea.
I am excited about the season ahead and meeting and skiing with fellow members!
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HOLIDAY FAQ
Single rooms availability will be shown in the “View Dates & Prices” tab on each holiday page, located under the holiday name.
If single rooms are available, this will be clearly stated there. If no single room option is listed, unfortunately this means they have already sold out. We recommend booking early, as single rooms are often the first to be reserved.
Freshtracks holidays are group ski trips organised by the Ski Club of Great Britain for solo travellers, couples, and friends who want to ski with like-minded people. Trips include guiding, social skiing, and a dedicated Freshtracks Rep to help organise the week, dependent on which holiday you book.
Find out more here – Holidays – Ski Club Of Great Britain
This information is usually sent out 1 week before departure. It will include your final itinerary, Freshtracks Rep contact details, and any important information relating to your transfers, flights, and accommodation, depending on what is included in your specific package.
Freshtracks holidays use Ski Profiles to make sure you’re skiing alongside members of a similar ability, creating well-matched groups and a more enjoyable experience for everyone.
We recommend reviewing the Ski Profile page below and selecting the profile you feel best represents your current skiing. The profiles are there to help us place you on the right holiday for you, so please choose honestly to ensure you get the most out of your time on the slopes.
If you’ve travelled with us in the past few years, your rep will have given you a ski grading during your holiday. This will already be recorded on your account and can help guide you when choosing your holiday.
No. Freshtracks holidays cater to a wide range of skiing abilities, from confident intermediates to advanced skiers. Each trip includes information about the recommended ski level so you can choose the right holiday for your ability.
Absolutely. Many Freshtracks guests travel solo – in fact, 85% of our guests last winter were solo travellers. Our holidays are specifically designed to make it easy to meet other skiers and feel part of the group from the start.
Group dining, guided skiing and organised social activities all help to create a friendly, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, making Freshtracks an ideal choice for those travelling on their own.
Ski rental is not included on Freshtracks holidays and is arranged separately. That said, Ski Club of Great Britain members enjoy access to a number of ski hire discounts, which can be found on our Discounts page.
Ski Club of GB Rental Discounts
Please note that inclusions differ by holiday, so it’s important to check the Essential Info tab beneath the holiday title, as well as the What’s Included and What’s Not Included sections at the top of the holiday overview page.
For Freshtracks Holidays that include group flights, it is not possible to check in online beforehand. You simply just turn up to a manned check in desk with your passport on the day, and you will be checked in there.
Make sure you read full details of travel information in the travel tab, and once you have booked, keep an eye out for your final information document. This will provide further information on exact baggage allowance.
This varies depending on the airline, so please refer to the baggage information provided in the travel tab of your holidays page.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact the Freshtracks team on +44 (0)20 8410 2022 or email us on .
We are ATOL and ABTOT protected so you can book with confidence knowing your money is secure.
Our holidays are a great way to meet and ski with other members of a similar ability to you.
Have questions? Call now and talk to our friendly team of holiday experts on 020 8410 2022.
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Price Includes
1 night B&B, 3 nights half board, twin share, 3 days with instructors, coach transfers
Prior to booking, it is essential that guests have the correct ski profile for the holiday. See our profiles here.
We are busy putting together our incredible range of Freshtracks holidays for the 2025/26 season, ready to go on sale in mid-July 2025. Please check back them, and don't forget to request your 2025/26 Freshtracks brochure!
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Hotel le Paquis, Tignes le Lac
You will be staying at the Hotel Le Paquis 3* on a B&B basis for one night, and three nights on a half board basis (with evening meals included at a local restaurant). Located in the centre of Tignes le Lac with incredible views of the Grand Motte and surrounding summits, the hotel is just a short walk from its closest lift, Le Rosset. The hotel is decorated in a traditional alpine chalet style and is home to fantastic wellness facilities including a sauna, hammam steam room and jacuzzi. Your breakfast will consist of a continental breakfast buffet including hot and cold beverages.
This holiday is on a twin share basis. If you are a solo traveller, then you will be placed in a room with someone of the same gender. Single rooms may be available upon request. These are subject to our hotel room allowance. If you require a single room, please book early to avoid disappointment.
Hotel Le Paquis
Rte du Rosset 73322
Tignes France
+33 4 79 06 37 33
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Travel Information
Flights are not included, however there is a set transfer from Geneva Airport. Your Rep will coordinate the transfer, please meet them in the arrivals hall at Geneva Airport (they will be wearing their Ski Club jacket). Please see below for the recommend flight and transfer details:
Recommended Flight Details
LHR 0925 – 1210 GVA (BA730) // GVA 1520 – 1615 LHR (BA735)
The outbound transfer will leave Geneva Airport at 1310. Please ensure your flight lands no later than 1210 for you to make the group transfer time.
The inbound transfer will arrive at Geneva Airport at 1200. Please ensure your flight departs no earlier than 1500.
The group transfer will take approximately 3-3.5 hours.
Please do not book your flights until the holiday has been confirmed to run. If you’d like to discuss this further, please contact the Freshtracks office.
Confirmation
Once the holiday has been confirmed, please send your flight details (flight numbers, arrival and departure time) to the Freshtracks Team via email to hols@skiclub.co.uk.
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What You Need to Know
If you require ski hire, we recommend Tignes Spirit. They offer a great discount for Ski Club members. It is just a 5-10 minute walk from Hotel le Paquis, or 1 stop on the bus and they offer a huge range of equipment.
Alternatively if you would like to make the most of your Skiset Ski Club discount the closest rental shop would be Skiset Mountain story located a 5-10 minute walk from the hotel . For more information on how to apply your Skiset discount, follow the link below:
Lift passes can be purchased through the Ski Club at a slightly discounted rate and must be booked at least 4 weeks before departure. You can add your lift pass via your booking in your Ski Locker.
26 – 30 Nov 2026 : TBC
26 – 30 Nov 2026 : The Development Clinic
It is a condition of booking that you have valid and adequate snowsports insurance. It is your responsibility to ensure your policy provides cover for all the activities that you participate in during your holiday. We offer a Ski Club Insurance policy which provides the cover we require for all bookings. This policy can be found here: Ski Club Travel Insurance – Ski Club Of Great Britain.
If you decide to purchase insurance elsewhere, it is your responsibility to ensure that your policy provides cover as that of the Ski Club Insurance policy. The policy of insurance should provide cover for personal injury, death, medical and repatriation costs in the countries which you intend to visit, together with cover for loss of baggage and valuables, personal liability, delay, cancellation, curtailment, missed departure and legal expenses. The policy should also include cover against losses caused by the effects or consequences of Covid-19.
Due to the type of holidays that you will be booking with us, we also advise that your policy should include skiing off-piste without a guide. Please note, insurance premiums must be paid at the same time as booking in order for the package holiday or single service cancellation cover to be effective. It is also advised to keep your insurance details with you while you are on your holiday. If you choose to travel without adequate insurance cover, we will not be liable for any losses howsoever arising, in respect of which insurance cover would otherwise have been available.
Passport – Check your passport is in date and valid for travel by checking the entry requirements for your destination country – you can see these here: Foreign travel advice – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
For most European destinations your passport should:
- have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago
- have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area
Check your passport meets these requirements before you travel.
NB: Beginning in October 2025, how you pass through EU border controls will change. Find out more information about EES and ETIAS here.
When venturing off piste, it is compulsory to wear an avalanche transceiver. These can be provided by the Ski Club and should be worn by every person on every all mountain, off piste and touring holiday. Anyone joining these holidays will also be required to bring their own backpack, shovel and probe.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Any Member wishing to ski/snowboard with a Ski Club Group, in any of the resorts where the Ski Club is represented, agrees to do so under the following conditions:
- You appreciate that the Ski Club Rep is a volunteer with no formal qualifications as an instructor or mountain guide.
- You also appreciate that no other member of the group undertakes any obligations to you concerning your safety for which you remain solely responsible.
- You must ensure that your equipment is in good working order before setting off for the day and that you are suitably clothed for the proposed itinerary and all possible weather conditions.
- You must decide whether or not a particular run or route is within your competence.
- You must ensure that you are properly equipped for that day. If you are skiing off piste you must have a shovel, probe and transceiver, and know how to use them. If you are using a Ski Club transceiver, it is your sole responsibility to know how to use it.
- It is your sole responsibility to ensure that you are suitably insured for the activities intended to be undertaken.
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We keep coming back and are proud to host our Reps Course here each winter.
Tignes shares the huge Tignes-Val d’Isère ski area with its eponymous neighbour Val d’Isère. Between the two there are 300km of pistes for all abilities, ranging from long gentle greens to seriously steep off piste. The lift system is very good after a lot of investment in recent years and even if the natural white stuff is lacking, a powerful snowmaking system and the Grande Motte Glacier ensure that snow reliability is as good as it gets.There are four separate villages to choose from. If you’re looking for guaranteed snow, good value accommodation, a lively nightlife and maximum practicality then Val Claret and Le Lac are your best bets. For a quieter, wooded setting then either Les Boisses and Les Brévières make a great base – especially for families.
Beginner- Fast lifts
- Intermediate
- Resort Activities
- Advanced
- Aprés
- Snow
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Beginner
Intermediate
Resort Activities
Experience one of Europe’s top resorts, where 300 kilometres of pristine slopes, vibrant après scenes, and the spectacular Grande Motte Glacier come together to create the perfect trip.
Pros and cons
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Fantastic snow record – the best early-season bet
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Loads of great, varied terrain shared with Val
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Large areas of lift served off piste
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Lots of convenient, ski-in-ski-out accommodation
- Bleak, treeless setting with lifts prone to closure in bad weather
- Still a few long, slow chairlifts that need replacing
- Quite a long transfer and road prone to closure in snowstorms
- Resort can appear a bit stark and high-rise for some
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