Mimmit, level 1
This program is designed for beginner freeriders.
Level 1 requirements:
You can ride confidently on at least red slopes and handle varying snow conditions. Groups will practice on piste areas if needed before heading off-piste.
You are either trying freeriding for the first time or looking for extra practice in off-piste terrain, including line choice, powder skiing, and safety.
Before arriving at Pyhä, please familiarize yourself with avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, and probe) so you know what equipment you will carry in your backpack during the event. Gear will be explained in more detail at the event.
As a Level 1 participant, you only need touring (rando) gear on Sunday if you join the optional backcountry tour organized by the ski school. All other sessions take place on lift-accessed terrain, so touring gear for ascending is not required.
Touring/“randonnée” gear =
- touring skis + skins
- splitboard + skins and telescopic poles
- snowboard + snowshoes and telescopic poles
You will need a valid lift pass for the workshop days (Fri–Sat) and at least a single-ride ticket on Sunday if you join the optional backcountry tour, at least a single-ride ticket on Sunday. You can buy the lift ticket when registering.
Mimmit, level 2
This program is designed for participants who want to gain confidence skiing off-piste.
Level 2 requirements:
You can ride easy, tree-lined off-piste terrain. You have some off-piste experience but would like more practice and confidence.
You know what avalanche safety gear is and have practiced using it to some extent. Completing a formal avalanche safety course (e.g., FINLAV 1) is not required.
As a Level 2 participant, you only need touring (rando) gear on Sunday if you join the optional backcountry tour organized by the ski school. All other sessions take place on lift-accessed terrain, so touring gear for ascending is not required.
Touring/“randonnée” gear =
- touring skis + skins
- splitboard + skins and telescopic poles
- snowboard + snowshoes and telescopic poles
You will need a valid lift pass for the workshop days (Fri–Sat) and at least a single-ride ticket on Sunday if you join the optional backcountry tour.
Mimmit, level 3
This program is designed for experienced participants.
Level 3 requirements:
You can confidently ride steeper terrain, and off-piste tree-lined areas do not pose any difficulties.
Avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, and probe) is familiar to you, and you have practiced using it before. Completing a formal avalanche safety course (e.g., FINLAV 1) is not required.
You must have touring (rando) gear and prior experience with ski touring and using touring equipment, and you are ready to head straight into advanced terrain.
Touring gear should be your own or equipment you have used previously.
Level 3 participants move around the ski resort area using lifts and ski touring. Therefore, keep a valid lift pass and your touring gear with you during the workshop days (Fri–Sat) and at least a single-ride ticket on Sunday if you join the optional backcountry tour.
