Students from Years 7 to 10 had an excellent time on their junior ski trip over the Easter break, spending time nestled in the heart of the Grandes Rousses massif in Alpe D’Huez.
Boasting over 250km of slopes, including the famous Sarenne, the longest black slope in the world, students spent improving techniques during lessons, as well as sampling the local cuisine and soaking up the vibrant and friendly atmosphere of this renowned resort in the Alps. They also enjoyed Luge on rails, swimming in the heated outdoor pool, a pizza evening and movie and quiz nights, and really made the most of their ski trip!
Following a few days of limited visibility due to low cloud, the sun eventually came out and students enjoyed glorious conditions. With stunning scenery surrounding them at every turn, it’s clear to see they all had an incredible time in Alpe D’Huez.
Year 10’s Phoebe and Marina share more about the trip.
Phoebe
“This year’s junior ski trip was a trip we won’t forget. We skied four and a half hours each day and I feel we all came out of the week with new skills and a better understanding of skiing. We took part in various activities from swimming at the local pool while seeing who could endure staying in the piles of snow the longest before tapping out, then screaming with our friends going what felt like a million miles an hour on the luge. Many fun memories were made and I am looking forward to having this much fun again on the senior trip in December!”
Marina
“This year’s School junior ski trip to Alpe D’Huez was an incredible experience and easily the best trip I’ve been on so far. The snow conditions were fantastic throughout the week, and our instructors were incredibly patient and helpful in improving our technique which made the sessions on the mountain much more enjoyable. Beyond the skiing, we stayed busy with a variety of activities, ranging from an entertaining fancy dress day to a hands-on pizza-making evening. We even took a ride on the Luge, a thrilling rollercoaster that winds directly through the mountains. It was a truly unforgettable week that set a new standard for school trips.”
Thank you to all of our students for being fabulous ambassadors for the School, and thank you to Mr Brous, Miss Hinton and Mrs Rix for taking and looking after the students – without them, the trip wouldn’t have been possible.
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