Reviews

Lucy B.

Ironing out bad habits Having not had any ski lessons since I was a child I decided it was time for me to try... read moreHaving not had any ski lessons since I was a child I decided it was time for me to try and take my skiing to the next level and iron out some bad habits. I took a few lessons with different ski instructors over the season but today I felt that I struck gold with Roddy. My lesson was really excellent and he really focused on my problems and got me to understand them in a way that meant it was easier to understand how to correct them. Roddy is an extremely experienced but also patient instructor. The main thing I noticed, which made Roddy differ from other instructors, was his marvellous ability to adjust his teaching method to suit the way I learn. It really made all the difference and I came away from the lesson feeling positive about my skiing; confident how to go out on my own and practise my new skills but most importantly I didn't leave frustrated. I would highly recommend Roddy if you are looking for skiing lessons in Verbier. read less -

helen p.

Roddy is a superb ski instructor. A natural teacher he makes the difficult easy, and as a beginner he gave... read moreRoddy is a superb ski instructor. A natural teacher he makes the difficult easy, and as a beginner he gave me the confidence to ski and also enjoy myself rather than being totally terrified! Thank you Roddy. read less -

Maggie E.

Thank you Roddy From having stomach ace for being so nervous and scared when skiing, to feeling more and more confident, and most... read moreFrom having stomach ace for being so nervous and scared when skiing, to feeling more and more confident, and most of all, having really fun and enjoying myself in the ski-slope. This is all thanks to the best instructor in the world! Roddy there is no one better than you - you have tough me so much and I'm really thankful! Can't wait for next time, soon we go off-piste!! read less -

Johan H.

Great skiing and top-quality service Me and my boyfriend were in Verbier last week and we both went with Roddy on separate occasions. I had... read moreMe and my boyfriend were in Verbier last week and we both went with Roddy on separate occasions. I had a private lesson and my boyfriend, an experienced skier, took an off-piste guide. Neither of us have experienced such a good ski school before! Great skiing and top-quality service. I would recommend anyone going to Verbier who is thinking of hiring an instructor or a guide to go with Roddy Willis. read less -

Alex M.

Committed and thoughtful instructor Roddy is a committed and thoughtful instructor with an instinct for your needs and the insights which will ensure that... read moreRoddy is a committed and thoughtful instructor with an instinct for your needs and the insights which will ensure that you achieve your potential. I unreservedly endorse him. read less -

tuna Ã.

Roddy, he is one of the most experienced instructors i have ever seen. He is very calm on the skis... read moreRoddy, he is one of the most experienced instructors i have ever seen. He is very calm on the skis and explains each technique patiently before trial. I still remember every single words of him, as well as his positions on skis, very valuable, enable me to become a good skier. I recommend if you are the one who wants to progress in skiing and develop your technique, you should definetely learn it from Roddy. read less -

Noel M.

Off Piste Verbier My family and I have been skiing in Verbier for 15 years and have stayed with Roddy regardless of which... read moreMy family and I have been skiing in Verbier for 15 years and have stayed with Roddy regardless of which company he has been with. Roddy is an amazing off piste guide who will motivate you to improve, most importantly he takes zero risks when it comes to safety, his knowledge of the area has made him very wise, he knows when and when not to venture out. read less -

Chris B.

First ski instructor to get me off piste Roddy is the first ski instructor to get me off piste, and I not only survived but loved it. ... read moreRoddy is the first ski instructor to get me off piste, and I not only survived but loved it. We had a mixed ability group but Roddy was able to fit us all in and everyone in the group improved considerably. read less -

Andrew R.

Having never skied before, Roddy made it seem like a breeze. I had a private lesson with Roddy and I'll... read moreHaving 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! read less -

Catherine L.

Money Well Spent "We spent 2 mornings with Roddy as complete newbies to Verbier for a combination of touring /guiding and coaching and... read more"We spent 2 mornings with Roddy as complete newbies to Verbier for a combination of touring /guiding and coaching and tuition- money well spent !
Learnt a lot as intermediates and skied lots of blacks this afternoon with confidence" read less -

Lucy B.

Another fabulous day on the mountain This is my third lesson with Roddy and I am thoroughly enjoying acquiring new skills.
I am writing this as... read moreThis is my third lesson with Roddy and I am thoroughly enjoying acquiring new skills.
I am writing this as I soak my aching muscles in a hot bath after another fabulous day on the mountain working very under-used muscles!
The lessons are hard work but great fun and I can really feel myself improving. Even though we have been concentrating on one area I want to improve, Roddy has managed to keep the lessons interesting and fun. He is very good at managing my own personal frustrations and patiently bringing me through it. I am really noticing my skiing style changing for the better.
Roddy also enjoys pushing me out of my comfort zone and giving me the confidence to follow him....even when that means jumping off something I would never have considered before! read less -

Rupert W.

I ski pretty well but I always ski better after a lesson with Roddy. He is clearly a phenomenal skier... read moreI ski pretty well but I always ski better after a lesson with Roddy. He is clearly a phenomenal skier - which helps, but he clearly likes teaching it too which also helps, and I just get better as a result. I have no idea how he sees it all so quickly - but he does - it's a bit Jedi. I've skied with him for nearly ten years now and got a great deal from it and had a lot of fun. So if he is setting up his new ski school then I am there - unless they wear peach in which case I'm not. In fact I would be. read less -

Riley S.

My wife and I had a fantastic two sessions with Roddy in March 2019. While confident on-piste, we were quite... read moreMy wife and I had a fantastic two sessions with Roddy in March 2019. While confident on-piste, we were quite new to off-piste in the alps. Roddy was an excellent instructor helping us improve our form on powder, giving us advice on the best areas to ski and even great recommendations for restaurants.

Roddy was very friendly and a great guide. He was able to balance challenging us on new more difficult routes without us feeling uncomfortable or out of our league which we really appreciated.

If you're in Verbier, be sure to get a day or two with Roddy. read less -

Deborah S.

First Time Skiing Hi Roddy, Thx for making Ws introduction to skiing really enjoyable! We consolidated yesterday morning and he is now genuinely... read moreHi Roddy, Thx for making Ws introduction to skiing really enjoyable! We consolidated yesterday morning and he is now genuinely keen to progress! It is very difficult to learn at 54 so thanks to you it was a positive experience. Could equally have gone the other way, but thankfully not! Deborah 😀 read less -

Victoria M.

The BEST ski instructor in Verbier! I’ve had ski lessons with a number of different ski instructors and Roddy was by far the BEST. He understood... read moreI’ve had ski lessons with a number of different ski instructors and Roddy was by far the BEST. He understood my anxieties after having a skiing accident and he was patient and informative in our lessons. He understood quickly that it was important for me to understand why I needed to make certain movements to improve my skiing. Not only did Roddy improve my skiing but also my mindset about skiing and above all, skiing became fun again! read less -

julie c.

Roddy is fantastic! We could not have asked for a better instructor to ski with at Verbier!!! He... read moreRoddy is fantastic! We could not have asked for a better instructor to ski with at Verbier!!! He took us to terrain that we would have never been able to find ourselves, helped us ski better and provided an overall amazing ski experience! Only wish we had more than three days, but we will definitely go back to Verbier to ski with Roddy next season! read less -