Questions & answers about our Ski School

Is the ski pass and ski rental included in the ski course price?

No, ski passes must be purchased separately from the cable cars. Prices can be found at www.kuehtai.info/skipass-preise

Please note: Children under 8 years old ski free with the Kids-Küh-Card (magnetic card, €2.00 deposit).  

Beginners who have never skied before do not need a lift pass on the first day. Your ski instructor will tell you when you need one. 

Children and adults require a lift pass from the Startbahn chairlift (blue slope).  

You can rent skis or snowboard equipment from our partner Intersport Heidegger in Kühtai with a 10% discount: www.heidegger-tirol.at

What are the cancellation conditions for a ski tour?

  • Deposit When booking a ski tour, a deposit of 1/3 of the total amount must be paid no later than one week before the start of the tour. 
  • Cancellation by the Participant If the participant cancels after the deposit has been paid, the deposit will be retained as a cancellation fee. No refunds will be given in this case. 
  • Cancellation by the Organizer (e.g., due to adverse weather conditions) If the tour must be canceled by us (e.g., due to adverse weather conditions or safety risks), the amount already paid will be refunded 100%.
  • Cancellation due to illness or injury In the event of a cancellation due to illness or injury to the participant, the full amount paid will be refunded 100%, provided a medical certificate is presented.

Do the ski lessons, cross-country skiing lessons and ski tours take place in all weather conditions?

  • Yes, the ski lessons and snowboard lessons take place regardless of the weather. 
  • For cross-country skiing lessons, please check with the ski school office before the start of the course to make sure the trails are clear. 
  • Ski tours only take place when there is no risk of avalanches or storms.

How can I pay on site?

In addition to cash and EC cards, we accept all major credit cards.

How and where can I register?

Either via online booking on our website, by email, by post, or at our local ski school office. During the school holiday season, early registration is essential (approximately two weeks in advance).

 

Where are the meeting points for private lessons, group courses (skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing), and snowshoeing?

The meeting point for private lessons, group courses for adults (skiing and snowboarding), cross-country skiing lessons, snowshoeing, and ski touring is directly in front of our ski school office.  

The area is signposted to help you find your way around.

 

Where is the meeting point for the children's group courses

The meeting point for intermediate and advanced children is behind the ski school office at the start of the slope.

Children who manage a blue or red slope must ski two or three turns before the start and are assigned to groups based on their skiing ability.  

The meeting point for beginners is at 10:00 AM in the children's area of ​​the 1st Kühtai Ski School (right next to the start of the slope/behind the ski school office).

What are the course languages?

Our courses are mainly held in German and in English. 

Do I get part of the money back if I have to drop out of a course?

In the event of an accident requiring you to interrupt your ski course, please contact the ski school manager who will help find a solution.

Can the children joyn in the groups every day?

Beginners and slightly advenced can only start on sunday. Advanced children can joyn the groups from sunday to wednesday.

Can our children go to a group with friends?

If your children or those of friends are at the same riding level (as assessed by the previous group), please let the group leader know when you assign them to the group on the first day. We will do our best to form the groups accordingly! Only children with the same riding level will be placed in appropriate groups to ensure optimal learning success.

Can I book a half-day course for my child?

A half day courses only available for the advanced children who can ski a red slope safely.

My child is 4 years old, can he or she participate in the group course?

From many years of experience, we know that children under 5 often struggle in 4-hour group lessons with older participants. At this age, the stamina and concentration are usually not sufficient to actively participate throughout the lesson. For a child-friendly learning experience, we therefore recommend our Bambini private lessons. Here, we can individually address your child's pace, needs, and mood – in a playful, safe, and enjoyable way.

What are the cancellation conditions?

Cancellation Policy:  

  • If you cancel up to 3 weeks before the course start date, we will refund 100% of the course fee.  
  • If you cancel 1 week or more before the course start date, we will refund 50% of the course fee. 
  • In the event of an accident or illness, we will refund the difference for the unused course days upon presentation of a medical certificate.

Is there lunchtime care for children?

Many families enjoy spending lunch together, which is why demand for lunchtime care is low. Therefore, we don't offer it. Our courses begin and end in the center of Kühtai, which is centrally located with a variety of restaurants and mountain huts for refreshments.

Do courses also take place on weekends?

We only offer private lessons on Fridays and Saturdays. Our lessons take place as follows:  

  • Group lessons for children: Sunday to Thursday 
  • Private lessons: Daily 
  • Group lessons for adults and snowboarders: Sunday to Tuesday afternoons

Are there classes on holidays such as Christmas or New Year?

Our lessons are available every day of the season, including holidays. Lesson times remain unchanged:  

  • Group lessons for children: Sunday to Thursday  
  • Private lessons: Daily  
  • Group lessons for adults and snowboarders: Sunday to Tuesday afternoons

Does it make a difference in price if I book 3 days first or 5 days straight away?

Yes! It's worth booking the entire week (5 days) right away, as the price difference between 3 and, say, 5 days is minimal. We also offer special extension rates for courses lasting 3 days or more

How many children are in the group course?

We aim for a group size of 8-10 people. During peak season, groups can include up to 12 people, although this is rare.

Is there a children's race?

Yes, there is a children's race! The race takes place on Thursday morning. The race only lasts a few minutes per group, and lessons continue as usual before and after the race. Children who do not wish to participate in the race can wait for their group with the ski instructor during this time. The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday afternoon near the end of the lesson. Each child who participates in the race will receive a medal.

How are the slightly advanced and advanced children classified?

To assess their riding ability, the children are required to drive two or three turns. This allows us to optimally assemble the groups based on their individual abilities. Our goal is to create homogenous groups in which every child can learn as best as possible and have fun. Should adjustments become necessary during the week, we will, of course, make them flexibly.

 

Can we book a ski course together as a family?

For a private family ski instructor, all participants should be at the same level. Otherwise, the course will be tailored to the weakest participant. We do not recommend that adults and toddlers (under 10 years old) attend a ski course together, as different teaching styles are used for adult and child courses. For optimal learning success, it is better to attend separate ski courses.

How large does a group need to be to be successful?

If there are fewer than four participants, the number of days will be reduced to three.