SKI INSTRUCTORS IN SIERRA NEVADA
Choose what suits you best: private ski and snowboard lessons, family lessons or adult ski courses.
A TEAM THAT TEACHES, SUPPORTS AND BUILDS CONFIDENCE
Choosing a good ski instructor in Sierra Nevada makes a difference. At Happy Ski, our qualified sports instructors specialise in alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark, high mountains, racing, children’s tuition and adaptive skiing.
You can select your preferred instructor when booking a private lesson of 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours, subject to availability.
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
A multidisciplinary team of ski and snowboard instructors in Sierra Nevada, ready to support children, families, adults and advanced skiers.
Nacho Álvarez
Nacho has been teaching skiing for 40 years. Patient and calm, he inspires confidence, especially in those who feel nervous on the snow. His passion for teaching and approachable manner also make him a wonderful instructor for young children.
Isabel Barrios
Passionate about sport and nature, Isabel trains instructors with SAFE and specialises in refining skiing technique at an advanced level. She combines technical training with sports coaching to help each student progress with precision, safety and confidence.
Alex
Alex knows how to enjoy the mountains and help others learn in a safe environment. He brings enthusiasm, positive energy and a friendly atmosphere to every lesson, making each moment on the snow special.
Salva
A versatile instructor with a passion for snow sports, Salva teaches alpine skiing, telemark and snowboarding. He adapts his explanations so that every student can progress and enjoy themselves, whatever their level.
Manolo
Teaching skiing is his great passion. He loves seeing students move from initial nerves and uncertainty to skiing down the slope confidently, with a smile on their face.
Pipe
With a free spirit and infectious energy, Pipe combines sports training, fun and a playful approach. His lessons are dynamic, friendly and designed to make learning enjoyable.
Sole
Qualified to teach people with disabilities and an excellent instructor for young children. Cheerful, outgoing and full of energy, Sole helps her students feel comfortable and motivated from the very start.
Lukas
Lukas holds Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 (Canada), NBS Avalanche Course (Japan) and Seguridad en Terreno de Aludes 1 (ACNA) qualifications. He has taught in Japan, Canada and the United States, combining international experience, enthusiasm and an independent spirit.
Carlos
Beyond his qualifications in both disciplines, Carlos stands out for his energy, willingness to help and ability to bring out the best in everyone. With him, you do more than learn to ski or snowboard: you fall in love with the mountains.
Marta
Marta moves across the slopes with ease and passion, enjoying every turn like part of a dance. She specialises in teaching young children and is completing her university training in early childhood education.
Pablo
His background in high-level competition allows him to bring technical knowledge, precision and confidence to demanding students. Pablo inspires motivation and turns every challenge into an opportunity to progress.
Dani
His passion for Sierra Nevada shines through in every lesson. A great instructor for young children, Dani draws on his experience as a club coach to teach with patience, warmth and age-appropriate goals.
Marcos
Marcos is an all-round instructor who enjoys teaching both young children and demanding skiers looking to refine their technique. He has been part of high-level competition teams in the United States, Switzerland and Spain.
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Your questions about our instructors
Yes. When booking a private lesson of 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours, you can state your preferred instructor. We will do our best to allocate them, subject to availability.
Tell us your age, ability, discipline, goals and any fears or particular needs. We will recommend the team member best suited to your lesson.
Yes. Our team holds TD1, TD2 or TD3 sports instructor qualifications, depending on each profile, alongside additional training in areas such as high mountains, safety, competition, sport or education.
Yes. Our team includes snowboard and telemark specialists as well as alpine ski instructors. Allocation depends on your chosen discipline and availability on your dates.
Yes. Several team members have specific experience with young children, junior coaching or education-related training. They adapt their language, exercises and pace to each age.
We will allocate a patient, approachable instructor experienced in gradually building confidence and safety. Tell us your concerns when booking so we can choose the best fit.
Yes. The team includes professionals experienced in advanced technique and high-level competition. Explain your goals and current ability so we can prepare a challenging lesson tailored to what you want to improve.
We have an instructor certified to teach people with disabilities. Please contact us before booking so we can assess the student's needs, availability and lesson arrangements.
You can request this when arranging your lessons. We will try to keep the same instructor for continuity, subject to their schedule and daily availability.