Bariloche Freeride Progression Camp with Molly Armanino & Niki Salençon: Guided Ski Trip in Bariloche

PriceFrom USD 3,950 per personShared double room

Duration8 days / 7 nights4 in Bariloche + 3 at Frey

Group3–7 guestsMax 4 guests per coach

LevelIntermediate to advancedComfortable off-piste

Lift ticketsPurchased separatelyAbout USD 115/day

Camp Format

Days 1–3: kickoff, fundamentals and air progression at Cerro Catedral
Days 4–6: skin to Refugio Frey for steeps, line choice and big-mountain skills
Day 7: ski back to Catedral, freeride challenge and farewell asado
Video review sessions throughout the week

Coaching Focus

Technique: stance, edge control, speed management, steeps
Confidence: line choice, terrain reading, decision-making
Jumps: takeoff and landing, safe progression, style
Backcountry: avalanche safety basics and moving efficiently in the mountains

Accommodation & Meals

Nights 1–3 & 7: Van Titter Lodge, Bariloche, double room with breakfast. Private room upgrade on request.
Nights 4–6: Refugio Frey, breakfast and dinner included
Farewell asado hosted by Esnativa. Other dinners in Bariloche run about USD 25–35; we recommend spots and often go as a group.

What's Included

Coaching and on-mountain hosting with Molly, Niki and the Esnativa team
4 nights at Van Titter Lodge with breakfast
3 nights at Refugio Frey with breakfast and dinner
Welcome session and farewell asado
Ground transport during the camp and 24/7 on-trip support

Not Included

Flights to Bariloche (BRC)
Airport transfers (available as an add-on)
Daily lift tickets at Cerro Catedral (about USD 115/day, 2026 rates)
Ski equipment and backcountry gear: beacon, shovel, probe, touring setup (rentals with advance notice)
Lunches and most dinners in Bariloche, travel insurance

Who It's For

Intermediate to advanced skiers with good fitness, comfortable off-piste in variable snow
No backcountry experience required: those skills are introduced step by step
Groups matched by ability and goals. It's about progression and fun, not competition.

Flexible Planning

Daily briefings with the plan, weather, snow notes and progression focus
Plans adapt to weather, snowpack and terrain access
All on-mountain decisions are made by the coach and guide team

Arrivals & Departures

ARRIVAL

BRC — Bariloche Airport, Day 1
Transfer to the lodge available as an add-on.

DEPARTURE

BRC — Bariloche Airport, Day 8
Transfer available as an add-on, coordinated with your flight.

Day 1 – Arrival & Camp Kickoff

Arrival in Bariloche and check-in at the hotel. In the evening, guests meet Molly, Niki, and the Esnativa team for a welcome session where the camp structure, safety guidelines, and personal progression goals are discussed. The night finishes with a group dinner and gear preparation for the first ski day. Focus: Orientation, goal setting, team bonding.

Day 2 – Freeride Fundamentals at Catedral

First day on snow at Cerro Catedral. Coaches assess each participant's level while working on core freeride fundamentals such as stance, balance, speed control, and terrain reading. Afternoon video review session to establish individual progression plans. Focus: Technique assessment & fundamentals.

Day 3 – Freestyle & Air Progression

Dedicated day to improving jumps and confidence in the air. Training includes: Natural features Small cliff drops Landing techniques Speed management The day ends with video feedback and mental training strategies. Focus: Air control & freestyle confidence.

Day 4 – Backcountry Skills & Frey Approach

Morning avalanche safety workshop and introduction to backcountry travel. After lunch, the group skins to Refugio Frey, a mountain hut surrounded by granite spires. Arrival at Refugio Frey for dinner and a mountain briefing. Focus: Backcountry transition & safety skills.

Day 5 – Frey Big Mountain Progression

Full day skiing around the Frey alpine terrain. Participants work on: Steep skiing techniques Line selection Terrain management Confidence in exposed environments Evening includes video review and strategy discussion. Focus: Big mountain skiing.

Day 6 – Advanced Freeride Skills at Frey

Second full day at Frey. Training includes: Complex terrain navigation Advanced jump techniques Snow assessment Decision-making under pressure Last night at the hut with a celebration dinner at Refugio Frey. Focus: Advanced progression.

Day 7 – Return & Freeride Challenge Day

Ski descent from Frey back to Cerro Catedral. Afternoon freeride challenge where participants apply everything learned during the week, followed by final progression feedback. Closing evening with the farewell asado. Focus: Integration & performance.

Day 8 – Departure Day

Breakfast and camp closing. Free time for recovery or exploring Bariloche before your departure. Airport transfer available as an add-on.

Van titter Bariloche Lodge

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Bariloche Freeride Camp

Pro freeriders Molly Armanino and Niki Salençon, with the Esnativa team. Groups have a maximum of 4 guests per coach.

No. It works for intermediate skiers building confidence off-piste as well as advanced skiers refining steeps, line choice and airtime. Groups are matched by ability and goals.

No. Backcountry skills are introduced progressively, and objectives are chosen based on conditions and group readiness. Backcountry gear is not included but can be rented with advance notice.

Coaching with Molly, Niki and the Esnativa team, 4 nights at Van Titter Lodge with breakfast, 3 nights at Refugio Frey with breakfast and dinner, a welcome session and farewell asado, ground transport during the camp and 24/7 on-trip support.

Breakfast and dinner. Lunches during the hut days are on your own. In Bariloche, other dinners run about USD 25–35 and we often go as a group.

No. Daily lift tickets at Cerro Catedral are about USD 115 per day (2026 rates).

Your ski and backcountry gear (beacon, shovel, probe and a touring setup) and an ultralight sleeping bag or sleeping bag liner for the hut. Rentals are available with advance notice.

No. Flights to Bariloche (BRC) and airport transfers are not included, but transfers are available as an add-on, coordinated with your flight.

If you love freeride skiing and want to improve your technique, confidence and flow, it's for you. Once you apply, we match you with a group based on your level and goals.

Bariloche Freeride Progression Camp with Molly Armanino & Niki Salençon