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Welcome to my website. I’m Roddy Willis, an experienced Verbier ski instructor, certified to highest levels in Switzerland, offering private ski lessons in Verbier to skiers of every level and ability. I’ve been skiing in the Alps since the 1980s and bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to my ski lessons.

Book with me and you’ll receive the highest standard of ski tuition delivered with enthusiasm and passion – exactly what you’d expect from an experienced ski instructor who loves the mountains.

We’ll work together to help you achieve your skiing goals and make the very most of your days on the slopes, on or off the piste.

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On Piste Ski Lessons

Whether you are totally new to snow, have just recently caught the skiing bug or a seasoned professional let me help you achieve your goals. I offer ski lessons in Verbier for all levels of skiers.

Off Piste Ski Lessons

If you are looking to venture Off Piste for the first time or an addicted Powder Hound? Let me help you find your Off Piste adventures in Verbier and the 4 Vallees.

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  • Delightful two days with Roddy. He found us the untracked powder that we were looking for - all in a very professional yet relaxed manner. Thank you Roddy - we’ll be back !
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    David B.
    3/08/2024
    Best ski instruction I've ever had! I'm a reasonable strong, off-piste skier - skied for years including working ski seasons and absolutely love it. Roddy is a fantastic professional skiing instructor having taught all his life. He really helped me to progress by breaking down many old bad habits. His instruction was clear and clarified a lot of skiing-position myths. He checks for understanding, passionate about enabling his pupils to improv, patient with questions and fun interesting company. Having been in Verbier for 15 years he knows the ski area on and off piste tremendously well so offers a fantastic days teaching and skiing. The only concern is if he is available when you are. My recommendation - If you can find a space in his diary when you are there book it asap and start looking forward to a great day.
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    Suzannah V.
    3/10/2019
  • Roddy is hands down the best ski instructor I’ve had!! I see an improvement with every lesson - no doubt thanks to his way of explaining things, reassurance, and cool and calm approach! He’s a natural teacher. Skiing with him is always fun, and his encouragement has pushed me to do things I would have never had the confidence to do otherwise. Anyone who’s thinking about skiing in Verbier, needs a Roddy! Whether as an instructor or a guide, he’s your man!
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    2/25/2024
    Roddy was extremely patient, knowledgeable and kind! Highly recommend for all standards of skiers! Thank you so much! Lily and Em Lovell
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    Em L.
    2/23/2025
  • I have been coming to Verbier for many years sometimes with my daughter, and tried several ski schools. Since finding Roddy both of us have improved our skiing immensely. Despite our different skill levels, Roddy constructs joint lessons that work for both of us, that’s not easy when one of us is a super fit 30 year old who has got to off piste level in 4 trips, and the other a pensioner, but Roddy has even got me trying some of the mogul runs. Simply the best.
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    Christopher B.
    3/10/2020
    I heard good things about Roddy, so I contacted him and book some one on one lesson the best money I have spent, his eye for detail is that of a great coach, he explains every step so you fully understand the mechanics, even when you get it wrong Roddy explains why , safety is paramount as to were you ski. I could go on but would say if your thinking off having coaching I would highly recommend Roddy . All the best Gary
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    Gary A.
    3/10/2020
  • To say Roddy is the best ski instructor I have had would be an injustice to him, this guy is something else… I learnt more in the three days with Roddy then I have ever learnt since I have skied. When we was on the ski lift he said “I’ll have you skiing that” as he pointed off piste and to terrain that looked unreachable let alone skiable. If you want to progress at a speed you could only dream of then Roddy is the guy. Thank you so much for everything. Regards, Greg.
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    Greg T.
    3/03/2023
    Roddy has completely transformed our skiing. We’re more confident, we’re in control and occasionally even look quite good! He’s coped with differing levels of ability and nervousness and improved us all, and some were pretty expert already. On ice, bumps, powder, everywhere we’ve made huge gains. Thank you! Sally, Gordon, Alex and Anna
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    Sally S.
    3/10/2022
  • Roddy was brilliant from start to finish. He inspired confidence, was patient and made lessons fun! I recommend him highly and will be back for more next season. Thanks Roddy!
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    Becky S.
    3/10/2022
    My family and I spent a full day skiing with Roddy at the end of December 2019. I could not recommend him more highly - he is great company and an outstanding teacher and gave helpful advice to everyone in our group with varying experience and with ages ranging from 21 years to mid fifties! He showed us all the best places to ski to avoid the queues and the best restaurants, and this set us up for the rest of our week in Verbier. He puts his heart and soul into your lessons and it is reassuring that if you book with him you know that he will be the person teaching you that day rather than being left in the hands of a large ski company who allocate an instructor to you on the day. We shall definitely book in with Roddy again when we next return to Verbier and I would highly recommend him to all levels of skier.
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    Cindy O.
    3/10/2020
  • Having never skied before, Roddy made it seem like a breeze. I had a private lesson with Roddy and I'll definitely be booking another one. Highly recommended!
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    3/10/2020
    I have been fortunate to have Roddy as a guide & instructor for many years and I can safely say he is one of the best in Europe.
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    Mattias L.
    3/10/2023
  • Had 2 private sessions skiing with Roddy as a couple of different abilities and experience. They were a brilliant experience. Having listened carefully to what we wanted we arrived to a really well thought out and bespoke sessions on piste and off piste. He analysed our technique and went through some drills that we were then able put into practice. Got a lot from this and have continued using his advice and observation of my technique to keep trying to use it. Have used several instructors previously and Roddy was by far the best. experience.
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    James K.
    3/10/2019
    I had a lesson with Roddy in early March 2019. I had not skied for 7 years and as such was a bit nervous. I need not have been. Roddy was amazing - friendly and a great teacher. Within only a few runs I was back to my usual confident (if poor) skiing and really enjoying being back on the scopes. Roddy then challenged me on harder runs and it was a great three hours, at the end of which the improvement in both my technique and enjoyment was immense. I will definitely return to Verbier for many things, but one of them is so I can have another lesson with Roddy.
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    Alexander M.
    3/10/2019
  • Had a great time skiing with Roddy! Highly recommended! Helped build our confidence and focus on positive outcome. He’s also an expert on all things verbier. Thanks Roddy!
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    Siwar B.
    3/10/2020
    After years of lessons, my skiing hadn't improved and I was starting to become disillusioned. A friend who lives in Verbier recommended Roddy Willis, but if I'm honest I was a bit sceptical that anyone could help me. I can't recommend Roddy enough; he has a patient manner and is an excellent communicator. He was able to completely 'dismantle' my skiing before introducing new techniques each building on the last. He has taken my skiing to the next level, and I have to say, I have now found a new passion for skiing. Thank you Roddy, see you in March!
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    Waseema L.
    3/10/2020
  • Roddy did wonders for my confidence. Very clear technical advice that transformed my skiing in just a few hours.
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    Sally G.
    3/10/2022
    Not only is Roddy incredibly knowledgeable about Verbier and the best places to go at the appropriate time of day for the given conditions, he does a great job at weaving in skill development exercises as well. I will definitely ski with Rod again in the future if possible!
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    Mike A.
    3/10/2023
  • Very very very valuable and another consructive and productive lessons with Roddy Willis. This time, as the second meeting with Roddy, i wanted to hear my mistakes objectively and improve them with his advises. I am still thinking how he is skiing very very slowly in steep slopes..Undoubtedly, it requires a perfect technique that believe me this gentlemen has it. I always keep what he said to me during the lessons and will hopefully meet to try more moguls and most difficult runs together in this season. Thank you for beautiful 3 days !
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    tuna ö.
    3/10/2020
    Had two half-day lessons from Roddy. It was great. Roddy has an enormous amount of knowledge and experience. Whether you're a beginner or already have some experience, I would absolutely recommend him.
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@akkineniakhil its time for a bit more of this!? @akkineniakhil its time for a bit more of this!?
❄️ APRIL. MAKE. IT. VERBIER. It ain’t over ❄️ APRIL. MAKE. IT. VERBIER.
It ain’t over till the fat lady sings — and she’s buried in a snowdrift right now. 🎤🏔️

The snow gods have delivered and it’s DUMPING.
🌨️ Snowline down to 800 meters
📸 Webcams in La Chaux = full winter
🏔️ View from Bruson window = deep white
⚠️ Avalanche risk level 4
💣 And guess what? More snow coming ALL day

This is a mega April reset — the kind you dream of but rarely get. Verbier’s back in business, baby.

#MakeItVerbier #PowderDay #SpringDump #Verbier #Bruson #LaChaux #AprilSnow #AlpsStorm #NotOverYet #AvalancheRisk #FatLadyStillSkiing #SkiSeason2025
🎿🌨️ Biblical storm incoming. The Alps are 🎿🌨️ Biblical storm incoming.
The Alps aren’t done with us yet… and neither is winter.
We're talking 300-400 mm of rain, up to 2 METERS of snow in zones like Gran Paradiso, Cervino, Monte Rosa... and 120 cm in Haut-Valais.

This could be one of the most intense storms in 20 years.
The fat lady hasn't sung – she’s still stuck on the chairlift. 🎤🚡

💥 From Wednesday morning to Thursday noon:
➡️ Torrential rain
➡️ Heavy snow above 1800m
➡️ Freezing level dropping to 1000m in places
➡️ Snowfall arriving in Verbier from Wednesday evening
➡️ Avalanche risk = 🚨🚨🚨

Stay tuned tomorrow for full details on timing, snow line, and totals.
Until then… wax those skis and watch the skies.

#AlpsStorm #SpringSkiing #Snowmageddon #NotOverYet #Cervino #GranParadiso #MonteRosa #ValaisWeather #VerbierSnow #SkiSeason2025 #PowderAlert
"Another week back in the hood! 🏔️ Teaching, "Another week back in the hood! 🏔️ Teaching, shredding, and soaking up the epic weather in Verbier. The pistes are perfect, and the mountains are calling. 🌞 Time to book your spring ski trip – the snow’s still epic! #VerbierVibes #SpringSkiing #EpicWeather #SkiLife #PistePerfection #MountainMagic"
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