Get ready for an exciting mountain experience from January 8th to 12th, 2025, in the stunning French Alps !

MOVIE NIGHT : FRIDAY JANUARY 10TH 2025

An evening of screenings of current riding films in the presence of the riders, open to all and free of charge at the La Rosière cinema.

SAFETY DAY : SATURDAY JANUARY 11TH 2025

A full day of mountain and avalanche safety training, open to all, with various levels to accommodate both beginners and seasoned adventurers. You’ll learn how to use an avalanche transceiver, probing and shoveling techniques, basic first aid, as well as foundational skills in snow science and mountaineering (Level 1 - novice). Immersive and technical scenarios will be provided for intermediate participants (Level 2), while advanced learners will work with our guides to analyze the terrain and handle real-life situations (Level 3 - expert).

New ! New this year: In addition to the usual levels (novice, intermediate, and expert), we’re introducing two advanced levels (Level 4 - pro) based on training for professional riders: “Advanced Rescue & Self-Rescue in Avalanche Conditions” et "Rope Handling and Avalanche Rescue in Remote Terrain.”

Please note : the day starts at 8:30. Please note the training will be mostly IN FRENCH, especially the conference.

The registration to the Safety Day includes:

• Practical and theoretical training
• 1-day lift pass for the Espace San Bernardo ski area
• Welcome breakfast & lunch

Material :

• Skis or snowboard
• Mountain safety gear (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack). Loan available on-site, subject to availability
• Warm clothing

Levels :

Level 1: Beginner : You never took part in a training session or your last one is from more than 5 years ago, and you'd like to go over the basics again in order to acquire a good base prior to leaving the slopes.

Training content : Handling of the beacon / research with beacon / Probing / Shovelling / Victim's first aid / Scenarios with multiple victims / Nivology / Recco system

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Level 2: Intermediate: You already did the Safety Shred Days beginner training or your last time training was less than 5 years ago, and you'd like to add to your knowledge & skill in avalanche Safety trainings.

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios (real conditions, multi victims, analysis of situations ... ) 

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Level 3: Advanced: You have already taken part in the Safety Shred Days intermediate tranings, and you'd like to sharpen your on-snow skills thanks to a training focused on the analysis & decision-making while freeriding.

Training content : BERA analysis / Observation of the terrain & nivology / Choice of your line based on your groupe / Communication / Behaviour on the descent

Out of bounds riding, discussion & learn again how to manage the risks.

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Level 4: Pro - Advanced Avalanche Rescue and Autonomous Safety:: 

For Advanced training graduates seeking full autonomy in managing mountain emergency situations, benefiting from the same content and guidance as pro riders. 

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios, alert protocols, medical assessment, traumatic injury response, care for unconscious victims and cardiac arrest, treatment for mild to moderate hypothermia. 

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Level 4: Pro - Rope Techniques & Avalanche Rescue in Remote Terrain: :  Designed for Advanced training graduates interested in learning advanced rope-handling techniques for rescue scenarios, with training on the same content and guidance provided to pro riders. 

Training Content: Complex avalanche scenarios with rope handling, securing techniques, remote area rescue techniques, and psychological preparedness in freeride environments.

Price : 70 euros

RIDING DAY - BANKED SLALOM : SUNDAY JANUARY 12th 2025

A unique day of riding for everyone, with two options to suit all tastes this year : Banked Slalom or a half-day ride with a guide! 

Here you are choosing the Banked Slalom to join (or cheer on your friends in) a fun race on a specially designed course with banked turns and natural obstacles, accessible to all skill levels. We’ll wrap up the weekend together with a hearty lunch and plenty of entertainment to end the weekend ! 

Registration to the Riding Day includes :

• Entry for the unique Banked Slalom race for those interested in participating
• 1-day lift pass for the Espace San Bernardo ski area
• Lunch

Price : 60 euros

PACK SAFETY SHRED DAYS WEEKEND OPTION BANKED SLALOM : SATURDAY 12th & SUNDAY 13th JANUARY 2025

Experience a full weekend of training and riding in the laid-back freeride atmosphere of Safety Shred Days! Practical and theoretical workshops, riding, evening events, movie night, and much more – the recipe for a weekend that's both smart and fun among enthusiasts!

The training day on Saturday features the same activities for all, varying only by skill level, but this year we are introducing new training levels. In addition to the traditional levels (novice, intermediate, and expert),we are adding two advanced levels (Level 4 - pro) based on training for professional riders: “Avalanche First Aid & Complex Rescue, in Autonomy” and “Rope Management & Avalanche Rescue in Isolated Terrain.”. Choose the one that best suits your needs! (Details of the levels are at the bottom of the page.) 

On Sunday, here you take the option of the Banked Slalom: participate (and/or cheer on your friends) in a fun race on a specially designed course featuring banked turns and natural obstacles, accessible to all skill levels.We will then gather for a delicious lunch and our planned activities to wrap up the weekend beautifully! 

Note: The day starts at 08:30 AM on Saturday, with a movie night on Friday evening. Please note the training on Saturday will be mostly IN FRENCH, especially the conference. 

Registration to the SSD Weekend includes:

• Movie Night on Friday evening
• Practical and theoretical training on Saturday
• 2-day ski pass for Espace San Bernardo
• Welcome breakfast & lunch on Saturday
• Access to the SSD Party on Saturday night
• Fun slalom & other activities for those who wish to participate on Sunday
• Sunday lunch

Skis or snowboard

• Skis or snowboard
• Mountain safety gear (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack). Loan available on-site, subject to availability
• Warm clothing (day spent outdoors)

Training Levels for the SATURDAY: (to be specified upon registration)

Level 1: Beginner : You never took part in a training session or your last one is from more than 5 years ago, and you'd like to go over the basics again in order to acquire a good base prior to leaving the slopes.

Training content : Handling of the beacon / research with beacon / Probing / Shovelling / Victim's first aid / Scenarios with multiple victims / Nivology / Recco system

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Level 2: Intermediate: You already did the Safety Shred Days beginner training or your last time training was less than 5 years ago, and you'd like to add to your knowledge & skill in avalanche Safety trainings.

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios (real conditions, multi victims, analysis of situations ... ) 

_______________

Level 3: Advanced: You have already taken part in the Safety Shred Days intermediate tranings, and you'd like to sharpen your on-snow skills thanks to a training focused on the analysis & decision-making while freeriding.

Training content : BERA analysis / Observation of the terrain & nivology / Choice of your line based on your groupe / Communication / Behaviour on the descent

Out of bounds riding, discussion & learn again how to manage the risks.

_______________

Level 4: Pro - Advanced Avalanche Rescue and Autonomous Safety:: 

For Advanced training graduates seeking full autonomy in managing mountain emergency situations, benefiting from the same content and guidance as pro riders. 

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios, alert protocols, medical assessment, traumatic injury response, care for unconscious victims and cardiac arrest, treatment for mild to moderate hypothermia. 

_______________

Level 4: Pro - Rope Techniques & Avalanche Rescue in Remote Terrain: :  Designed for Advanced training graduates interested in learning advanced rope-handling techniques for rescue scenarios, with training on the same content and guidance provided to pro riders. 

Training Content: Complex avalanche scenarios with rope handling, securing techniques, remote area rescue techniques, and psychological preparedness in freeride environments.

Price : 125 euros (not including lodging)

PACK SAFETY SHRED DAYS WEEKEND OPTION GUIDE : SATURDAY 12th & SUNDAY 13th JANUARY 2025

Experience a full weekend of training and riding in the laid-back freeride atmosphere of Safety Shred Days! Practical and theoretical workshops, riding, evening events, movie night, and much more – the recipe for a weekend that's both smart and fun among enthusiasts!

The training day on Saturday features the same activities for all, varying only by skill level, but this year we are introducing new training levels. In addition to the traditional levels (novice, intermediate, and expert),we are adding two advanced levels (Level 4 - pro) based on training for professional riders: “Avalanche First Aid & Complex Rescue, in Autonomy” and “Rope Management & Avalanche Rescue in Isolated Terrain.”. Choose the one that best suits your needs! (Details of the levels are at the bottom of the page.) 

On Sunday, here you choose a half-day with a certified mountain guide! It’s a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in off-piste skiing and/or ski touring/splitboarding, putting risk management into practice in a supervised environment. Enjoy this experience to explore the freeride/backcountry areas of La Rosière - Espace San Bernardoto refine your skills or try something new, all in the safety of a professional-guided setting and at an accessible rate.  

Note: The day starts at 08:30 AM on Saturday, with a movie night on Friday evening. Please note the training on Saturday will be mostly IN FRENCH, especially the conference.

Registration to the SSD Weekend includes:

• Movie Night on Friday evening
• Practical and theoretical training on Saturday
• 2-day ski pass for Espace San Bernardo
• Welcome breakfast & lunch on Saturday
• Access to the SSD Party on Saturday night
• a half-day with a certified mountain guide
• Sunday lunch

Skis or snowboard

• Skis ou snowboard (Touring Skis/Splitboard + skins if you choose a touring trip) 
• Mountain safety gear (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, and backpack). 
• Warm clothing (day spent outdoors)

Training Levels for the SATURDAY: (to be specified upon registration)

Level 1: Beginner : You never took part in a training session or your last one is from more than 5 years ago, and you'd like to go over the basics again in order to acquire a good base prior to leaving the slopes.

Training content : Handling of the beacon / research with beacon / Probing / Shovelling / Victim's first aid / Scenarios with multiple victims / Nivology / Recco system

_______________

Level 2: Intermediate: You already did the Safety Shred Days beginner training or your last time training was less than 5 years ago, and you'd like to add to your knowledge & skill in avalanche Safety trainings.

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios (real conditions, multi victims, analysis of situations ... ) 

_______________

Level 3: Advanced: You have already taken part in the Safety Shred Days intermediate tranings, and you'd like to sharpen your on-snow skills thanks to a training focused on the analysis & decision-making while freeriding.

Training content : BERA analysis / Observation of the terrain & nivology / Choice of your line based on your groupe / Communication / Behaviour on the descent

Out of bounds riding, discussion & learn again how to manage the risks.

_______________

Level 4: Pro - Advanced Avalanche Rescue and Autonomous Safety:: 

For Advanced training graduates seeking full autonomy in managing mountain emergency situations, benefiting from the same content and guidance as pro riders. 

Training content : Complex avalanche scenarios, alert protocols, medical assessment, traumatic injury response, care for unconscious victims and cardiac arrest, treatment for mild to moderate hypothermia. 

_______________

Level 4: Pro - Rope Techniques & Avalanche Rescue in Remote Terrain: :  Designed for Advanced training graduates interested in learning advanced rope-handling techniques for rescue scenarios, with training on the same content and guidance provided to pro riders. 

Training Content: Complex avalanche scenarios with rope handling, securing techniques, remote area rescue techniques, and psychological preparedness in freeride environments.

Price: 155 euros (not including lodging)

KIDS DAY : WEDNESDAY JANUARY 8TH 2025

A day of practical and theoretical training specially tailored for young freeriders aged 8 to 16, culminating in a riding session and an opportunity to interact with the present pro riders

The questions addressed will be: how to locate avalanche victims and extract them from the snow? What are the first aid measures to administer, and how should they be carried out? How to analyze the snow? 

Registration to the Kids Day includes :

• Practical and theoretical training
• Food during the day
• 1-day lift pass for the Espace San Bernardo ski area

Price : 10 euros