The levels : Ski Touring

Level 1: Beginner

I’ve never done ski touring.My skiing level allows me to ski down red slopes in all types of snow. I’ve done downhill skiing regularly in recent years.
I’m in very good physical condition and practise an endurance sport regularly. I can walk for 5 to 6 hours uphill in the mountains (minimum 700m ascent).
I’d like to discover ski touring and learn how to progress uphill in sealskin as well as skiing downhill. Discover the winter side of the mountains away from the ski resorts.

Level 2 : Intermediate

I’ve already skied several summits during my holidays. I can ski downhill in all types of snow. I am physically active and regularly do an endurance sport.I can walk for 6 to 8 hours uphill in the mountains (minimum 1000m ascent).
I’d like to develop the skills I’ve already acquired and improve my technical abilities on both ascents and descents while climbing some beautiful peaks.

Level 3: Advanced

I’ve been ski touring for several years. I have a good experience of wintertime mountain. I prepare myself physically. I have already used an avalanche transceiver. I have some knowledge of snow conditions.
I would like to progress technically to reach more difficult summits, both up and down. I’d like to become independent and learn how to use an avalanche transceiver effectively and improve my knowledge of snow conditions.

Endurance is a type of physical exercise of long duration and moderate intensity but which is sufficient to increase heart rate and energy expenditure, without causing breathlessness. For example, running for at least 45 minutes or walking at a brisk pace, cycling, etc,
It helps develop the capacity of the cardio-respiratory system to sustain prolonged effort and is essential for mountaineering.