North
Welcome to the ski school
Ski instructors are ready for you in the North side of Ylläs!
Lessons
Private Lessons
Book a private lesson to receive instruction tailored to your or your group’s skills and needs. It is important for all those sharing a lesson to be approximately at the same skill level in the sport they want to learn or develop.
We provide private instruction in Alpine (downhill) skiing, snowboarding, Telemark, cross-country, adaptive downhill, and off-piste skills/skiing.
Adaptive downhill skiing is always taught one-on-one, so that we can customize the instruction to the learner’s needs and wishes. We have one bi-ski available (with an adult-sized seat) that can be rented for the lesson; it may also be rented for your own use once you have tested it and learned to use it.
Private Lessons for groups
Introductory Lessons
Introductory lessons are beginner-level classes for adults (12+ years), where we go over the basic theory and practice of the chosen sport.
The lesson progresses according to the group’s skill level, never forgetting to have fun!
Introduction to Alpine Skiing provides a first look at the king of downhill styles. You will gain the basics of downhill skiing, from stopping to safe falling and turning techniques, learning to enjoy the thrill of speed.
In Introduction to Snowboarding, you will practice elementary skills such as sliding, speed control and turns.
Introduction to Telemark provides a great addition to the more traditional downhill styles, in the form of somewhat more physical and novel challenges. During this beginner-friendly lesson, expert instructors will give you an excellent foundation on which to build your practice in this fascinating discipline.
Group Lessons
Mastering Off-Piste & Off-Piste with Ski Lifts
Mastering Off-Piste
Do you hear the call of the wild? Do you find your yourself yearning for natural slopes? This course will give you a safe, guided taste of Alpine touring, where you can gather tips from a pro instructor, while enjoying the gorgeous national park environment around Ylläs. You’ll receive valuable advice on how to climb hills in unmarked areas, as well as on the functionality of modern freeriding equipment. The course is a safe place to start when you are looking to try uphill and downhill touring outside of groomed slopes.
The minimum group size is three skiers. INSIDER TIP: Book a private course and you’ll get to tour the area’s off-piste slopes with your closest friends!
Off-Piste with Ski Lifts
This course provides a good introduction to off-piste skiing for those with more limited knowledge and skills. You can hire wider skis from our rental point or use your own equipment. The course can be taken on downhill skis, snowboards or Telemark skis, and is aimed especially at those with no prior off-piste experience.
INSIDER TIP: Book a private lesson for yourself and a group of friends and we’ll tailor it specifically to your skill level!
Ask more: skischoolnorth@yllasskiresort.fi
Kids Courses
Ministarter
Ministarter is a two-day beginner course designed especially for children taking their very first steps on skis. In a fun and encouraging environment, kids will learn the basics of skiing — from getting familiar with the equipment to stopping, controlling speed, and making their first turns. Through playful exercises and games, our instructors help build confidence and skills, making sure every child enjoys their introduction to the slopes!
Kids Courses
Snowspeed
This course is designed for children who already have basic skiing skills and are ready to move on to more challenging slopes — always with safety as a top priority. Participants should be able to make turns, brake, and stop by using the snowplow (pizza) technique on blue slopes, and confidently use at least a magic carpet and a button lift. During the course, we’ll build on existing skills and start practicing how to move beyond the snowplow in easy terrain. It’s the perfect next step for young skiers looking to gain more independence and control on the slopes!
Private Lesson
Cross-Country
Our cross-country lessons teach the basics of this style on easy, flat trails. Advanced skiers may progress to more demanding cross-country trails, but group lessons will always follow the whole group’s skill level. Book a private lesson to ensure the instruction is tailored to your requirements. Our aim is to help you achieve an energy-efficient and comfortable skiing style, not through gritted teeth but always with a smile!
Contact info
Contact us
Ski School North, Äkäslompolo
Tunturintie 56, Äkäslompolo
+358 (0)40 509 3117
skischoolnorth@yllasskiresort.fi
