Vars Esi - ESi Var

Welcome to the ESi Vars ski school

At ESi Vars, the mountains are, above all, about passion, sharing, and passing on expertise. For many years, our instructors have guided children, teenagers, and adults using teaching methods tailored to every skill level. Their in-depth knowledge of the Forêt Blanche ski area enables them to provide precise, safe, and personalized instruction. As a result, every student receives guidance suited to their specific goals, ensuring optimal progress regardless of their ability level.

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Activities & Lessons

ESi Vars offers a wide range of activities for making the most of the mountains, regardless of your age or skill level. Options include group ski and snowboard lessons, private instruction, and supervised activities such as off-piste skiing, monoskiing, technical clinics, adaptive skiing (handiski), snowshoeing, and snow scootering. Thanks to personalized instruction and small group sizes, each activity allows you to improve in a friendly, safe environment tailored to your goals, all while exploring the finest areas of the Forêt Blanche.

Group ski lesson

Group snowboard lesson

New-school monoskiing introduction

Cours privés de ski à l'Ecole de ski XXX

Private alpine skiing lesson

Cours collectif de ski alpin à la saison à l'ESi

Blue Team camp

Sortie randonnée raquette avec l'ESi XXX

Snowshoeing outing

Pure freestyle camp

all our activities

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EXPERIENCE ESi

Meet Our Instructors

The ESi Vars Instructors page lets you get to know the people who will be guiding you throughout your stay. Check out the photo gallery to see our team members, learn about their specialties, and discover their passion for snow sports. As certified and experienced instructors, they use their expertise, their knowledge of the Forêt Blanche, and their teaching skills to help you improve. Their priority is to ensure you have a friendly, safe, and memorable experience, no matter your skill level.

Meet the Team

THE SKI RESORT

Destination Vars

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, Vars is a must-visit destination for mountain lovers. Connected to Risoul, the resort provides access to the La Forêt Blanche ski area and its 185 km of trails, offering an exceptional playground for beginners and experienced skiers alike. Renowned for its sunshine, wide-open spaces, and famous speed skiing venue, Vars perfectly combines performance, nature, and the joy of skiing.

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THEY HAD SOME UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS!

And share their experiences

I’d like to thank Virginie for her exceptional hospitality. She’s a wonderful person, always smiling, very professional, and deeply caring. She knows how to put people at ease from the very first moment and truly takes the time to listen and help. I was used to the ESF, but this year was the first time I discovered the ESI for my son. And honestly, from now on I’ll stick with them exclusively because they’re truly wonderful. It’s rare to meet someone so dedicated to their work and with such natural kindness. She’s a real asset to this school. Thank you again for your warm welcome and kindness!

Sabrina A | Visited in March 2026

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Customer, ESi Vars

A huge thank you to the entire ESI Vars team for this wonderful week on the slopes. Nini is simply the best: funny, bubbly, and able to put everyone at ease in an instant. You feel comfortable around her, and that makes all the difference. The whole team is warm, caring, and incredibly energetic. You can feel their passion, their desire to teach, and above all, their joy in seeing everyone improve. A special thank you to Florent, my instructor, who reignited my love of skiing and, most importantly, restored my self-confidence. That’s a precious gift. And kudos to Olivier, my son’s instructor—lovely, professional, and always attentive. My son loved his week there, and it’s all thanks to him. We’ll be back next year with great pleasure. Thank you again for your warm welcome, your energy, and your kindness.

Manuel C | Visited in February 2026

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Customer, ESi Vars

A huge thank you to ESI Vars for this exceptional support! Top-notch classes, a passionate team, and a warm welcome like no other. A truly amazing experience that we recommend without hesitation! Thanks again 💙

Sébastien L | Visited in February 2026

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Customer, ESi Vars