Skip to main content
The Collective
The Collective ski school team in Zermatt

welcome to the collective

About Us

why choose us?

there are a lot of options out there, here's why you should look no further

Expert Instructors: Our team of instructors are not only highly qualified but also deeply passionate about snowboarding and skiing. We are dedicated to providing you with the best possible learning experience, helping you reach your goals and cultivating a lifelong love for the sport.

Personalised Instruction: We understand that everyone learns to ski or snowboard differently. That's why we take a personalised approach to instruction, tailoring our lessons to suit your individual needs and preferences. We keep our group sizes small to ensure ample individualised instruction and feedback.

Expert local knowledge: Zermatt is a big place with over 300km of pistes spreading all the way into Italy. Our team knows every detail there is to know from lunch places, short cuts, secret spots, to dinner reservations, helicopter rides — if it's possible, our team will be able to help arrange and guide you there.

Safe and Supportive Environment: Your safety is our top priority. We adhere to the highest safety standards and provide a supportive and encouraging environment for learning to ski or snowboard.

Mountain experience

who we are

we are a small group of expert, independent instructors working together to give you the ultimate experience in Zermatt. All of our team have worked in the industry for over ten seasons and are qualified with the ISIA stamp and swiss equivalence.

At the collective, we are passionate about skiing and snowboarding, and we are dedicated to providing exceptional instruction and unforgettable experiences on the slopes.

Zermatt skiing
Student-centred learning

our approach

we believe in a personalised and student-centered approach to instruction. We understand that every individual has unique goals, learning styles, and comfort levels, which is why we tailor our lessons to meet your specific needs.

Whether you prefer one-on-one sessions, with friends, or even family packages, we strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters growth, confidence, and enjoyment.

Learn More

our partners

echo fitness

Active holidays, group fitness classes, and personal training based in Zermatt, Switzerland. Phoebe and the team at Echo offer a great variety of fitness options you can utilise to stay fresh while on holiday.

Visit Echo Fitness
Echo Fitness Zermatt
Haizea Therapist

haizea therapist and massage

Haizea offers a variety of massages to help you relax muscular tensions, reduce pain or improve circulation and mobility.

Help decrease stress levels to feel more calm and achieve a general well-being of body and mind. She is our go-to for sports injuries and just about anything else.

Visit Haizea

maia yoga

the best of yoga in Zermatt with sarah wilcock. sarah offers vinyasa yoga classes for those looking for active and playful practice as well slower, gentle classes aimed at aiding recovery and promoting sleep after an active day in the mountains.

Visit Maia
Maia Yoga Zermatt

KAYAK

Discover more things to do in Zermatt

discover