For those of you who have been skiing for some time but don’t seem to be improving beyond the intermediate level, you might wonder if this is it! Is that the only level you’ll ever reach? Believe us – sometimes the only way ahead is to take expert guidance.

Fortunately there are a number of both schools and private instructors who run skiing skills courses that will help to elevate the abilities of intermediates to the next level. And what better way to do it than to gain the skills prior to the beginning of the new season so that you’re well prepared for the main event.

Here’s a selection of the best skiing skills courses that you can take during early season:

Warren Smith Ski Academy
Travel to Italy for a five day course that runs from November 1 onwards. They are for any level of ability and will instil a new level of confidence and skills. Learn how to navigate tricky terrain starting at 10.15am each day through to 3pm in Cervinia, Italy or Verbier, Switzerland.

Target Ski Training
Target’s 5 days course is suited to those who are looking for race training abilities. Gain skills in slalom and giant slalom in addition to focusing on ski specific fitness and technical training. Located in Hinterlux, Austria – you’ll love the thrill of the new speed you can travel.

Snoworks
Tignes, France is the location of the 5 day courses from off-piste specialist Snoworks. Whether you’re looking for all round performance on different terrains or race training with a focus on carving and edge control, you’ll get it here.

Those who prefer to take a course in the UK can try the one day courses offered by Warren Smith Ski Academy in Hemel Hempstead or the Snoworks one day courses in Manchester or Castleford.