The Avalanche Self-Rescue course is dedicated to risk management in winter mountain environments and is designed for people who practise ski touring, freeride skiing or snowshoeing. The activities take place mainly around Madonna di Campiglio, the Dolomites and other areas of Trentino, ideal settings for practical learning on snow.
The winter mountains offer freedom and fun, but they also require knowledge, awareness and the ability to make good decisions. This course helps you acquire essential skills to move with greater independence and responsibility in snowy terrain.
Accompanied by a Mountain Guide, you will work practically on the main strategies for reducing avalanche risk and on self-rescue techniques, with a simple, concrete and directly applicable approach for your days in the mountains.
Highlights
- Avalanche self-rescue course.
- Activities around Madonna di Campiglio, the Dolomites and Trentino.
- Training for ski touring, freeride skiing and snowshoeing.
- Use of avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe.
- Reading and understanding the avalanche bulletin.
- Prevention techniques and risk management.
- Practical field exercises on snow.
Best for
- This course is designed for anyone who spends time in the winter mountains and wants to improve their safety skills.
- It is ideal for skiers and freeriders.
- For ski tourers and snowshoers.
- For anyone who wants to learn avalanche self-rescue.
- For both beginners and experienced mountain users who want to improve their awareness and safety in snowy terrain.
Program
- The day is dedicated to practical training in avalanche self-rescue and risk management on snowy terrain.
- The course begins with the use of safety equipment: avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe. You will learn how to run function checks, carry out single and multiple burial searches, and apply the correct procedures in a rescue situation.
- The training then continues with probing techniques, strategic shovelling and group management in the event of an emergency.
- In the afternoon, the focus shifts to risk reduction strategies: reading the avalanche bulletin, assessing terrain and choosing the safest itinerary. You will learn how to recognise slope angles and signs of snowpack instability through practical exercises directly in the field.
Pricing & Logistics
- The cost of the activity varies depending on the number of participants and the chosen program.
- The price includes: theoretical and practical training with a Mountain Guide, and organisation.
- The price does not include: personal equipment, transfers, lift facilities and extra expenses.
- Equipment rental is available directly through the organisation, subject to availability.
- The course takes place mainly around Madonna di Campiglio, the Brenta Dolomites and other areas of Trentino, depending on snow conditions. On request, the course can also be organised in personalised locations.
Requirements
- Interest in winter mountain safety.
- Basic experience with snowshoeing, ski touring or freeride skiing.
- Suitable technical clothing.
- Mandatory avalanche self-rescue kit.
Season
The course takes place from December to April, depending on snow conditions in the Dolomites and Trentino.
Why a Mountain Guide
- Certified professional training.
- Updated avalanche self-rescue techniques.
- Greater safety in snowy environments.
- Practical experience around Madonna di Campiglio and the Dolomites.
- More conscious risk management.
Your Experience
Taking part in this course means acquiring real skills to approach the winter mountains with greater safety and awareness.
How well do you really know the snow you move through?
Contact us to receive more information, check available dates or organise a tailor-made program together.