What do you learn at a freeride camp in Tyrol?

Freeride camps in Tyrol impart comprehensive knowledge about safety in the open ski area. This includes avalanche awareness, correct track selection, use of safety equipment such as avalanche transceivers, shovels and probes as well as rescue techniques. In addition, behaviour in alpine terrain is trained in order to minimise risks.

What are the requirements for taking part in a freeride camp in Tyrol?

The requirements vary depending on the camp and provider. Some camps are aimed at beginners and slightly advanced skiers who want to improve their technique and build up their safety knowledge. Others, such as the SAACnd Steps camps , require basic knowledge and deepen this in three to five-day courses.

What equipment do you need for a freeride camp in Tyrol?

Special equipment is required to take part in a freeride camp in Tyrol. This includes freeride skis or snowboard, climbing skins, helmet, avalanche transceiver (LVS), shovel and probe. Some providers, such as ROCKnSNOW , also offer safety equipment hire.

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Freeride Camps

Nature and the open ski area away from the groomed pistes place special demands on safety. Special freeride courses impart important knowledge about safety, track selection and avalanche awareness.

All camps at a glance

Free SAAC Basic Camps
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SAACnd camps for advanced students
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Alpine Safety Academy
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SNOWHOW Workshops
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Avalanche dog in training

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