Training
ski instructor!
Ski instructor training. Prosneige’s ski instructor training center, Prosneige training, provides future ski instructors with ideal training conditions.
TOP-LEVEL TRAINING CONDITIONS
THE ADVANTAGES OF THE SKI INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CENTER
- Video room available
- A ski preparation workshop
- Season pass to the Val Thorens and Les Menuires sports centers, with weight room, soccer pitch, swimming pool, etc…
- A training room on the snow front
- Mental preparation follow-up
- Support on exam day
- Registration for two technical tests
- Ski pass for the season
- Accommodation all winter long
- Guaranteed employment in one of our ski schools as soon as the exams have been passed and the training booklet opened.
The Prosneige Training ski instructor training center environment
Good snow conditions and training from November to April.
A permanent couloir on the Les Ménuires slalom course, where the technical and CTT tests are held.
600 km of varied pistes in the world’s largest ski area.
YOUR TRAINERS
NICOLAS JORCIN
Technical test trainer
Certified ski instructor since 2005
16 years’ experience in training for alpine ski instructor diploma
Val Cenis Ski Club
A native of Haute Maurienne, “Nicoach” is a former competitor of the Valcenis ski club, where he raced for 10 years at FIS district level, before joining the Modane ski-études and then the high-level section of the Embrun lycée’s pôle espoirs.
During this period, he also began training to become a ski instructor (BE) while continuing his studies. Nicolas obtained his Brevet d’Etat diploma in 2005, also training in foreign languages such as English, Dutch and Russian. In 2006, he joined Prosneige in Val Thorens, where he taught skiing and snowboarding for one season. When Prosneige Les Ménuires opened, Nicolas offered the instructors Géant training, with a view to obtaining the Eurotest. After two successful seasons, Prosneige Training was launched, in collaboration with the DEUST in Lyon. The aim: to train new instructors and support them throughout their studies in our ski schools.
After more than 15 years teaching and training, Nicolas is still passionate about skiing and top-level sport.
MATTEO ZILLI
Eurotest trainer
Qualified ski instructor
Italian trainer training (Allenatore di sci alpino STF di 2 livello)
An expert instructor and trainer in both snow and water sports, Matteo is renowned for his expertise, high standards and passion for teaching and training.
Originally from the mountains of Italy, Matteo discovered his passion for skiing at an early age. He devoted himself to perfecting his technique and pushing his limits in national and international competitions during his club years.
As a coach, Matteo now shares his knowledge and experience with skiers of all levels. His unique teaching approach and ability to pass on his passion make him a much-appreciated coach for skiers aspiring to progress and push their limits on the trails.
SAM JONES
Head of Prosneige ski instructor training
Certified ski instructor since 2020
Prosneige ski instructor training 2015
Qualified ski and snowboard instructor, and operational director of the Prosneige Les Menuires ski school.
Sam joined the Prosneige training course alongside his studies in 2014. He successfully passed all the exams for the state diploma in alpine skiing. His practical experience as a training trainee has given him an in-depth understanding of the processes and requirements needed to pass the ski instructor diploma.
As Training Manager, Sam oversees the implementation of teaching programs and works closely with Nicolas, the Technical Test Group coach. His experience and skills make him an essential member of the Prosneige team, helping to ensure high-level training and solid results.
VANILLE MAUGER
Mental preparation instructor
Certified instructor since 2017
Technical test trainer for 4 seasons
Coach Manager – preparation and development of mental skills
Instructor, trainer and mental coach, a keen skier. Drawing on her experience as a competitive skier, Vanille turned her attention to training skiers wishing to take the alpine ski diploma for 3 seasons. She guided future ski instructors in their preparation for the exams, drawing on her technical expertise and knowledge of alpine skiing.
At the same time, Vanille also trained in mental preparation, helping athletes to develop their concentration and confidence on the slopes.
As operational director of the Prosneige ski school in Val Thorens, Vanille manages operations and ensures that lessons run smoothly. Her experience and passion for ski teaching are valuable assets to the team.