How It Works
Local Snow connects clients directly with ski and snowboard instructors. No booking fees, no abusive commissions. Here's how it works for both sides.
100% Free Right Now.
No "trial periods." No "premium plans." No catch. LocalSnow is community-driven and free while we grow. We don't take commissions or charge fees.
For Clients Looking for Lessons
Search for Instructors
Start on the homepage. Select your resort and sport (skiing or snowboarding). You'll see a list of instructors who work at that resort.
Browse Profiles
Check instructor qualifications, languages spoken, experience, and pricing. Look for the verified badge - it means we've checked their certifications.
Request a Lesson
Fill out a booking request with your dates, skill level, number of students, and any special requirements. Submit it through the instructor's profile.
Refundable deposit: You'll pay a €15 deposit to secure your booking and prevent spam. This is returned after your confirmed lesson.
Connect Directly
The instructor receives your request and responds with availability and pricing. You arrange lesson details directly with them - no middleman.
Pay the Instructor Directly
You pay the instructor directly for the lessons - not through our platform. Cash, bank transfer, or however you agree. We don't handle lesson payments, so there are no booking fees.
Leave a Review
After your lesson, leave an honest review. It helps other clients find great instructors and gives instructors feedback.
Cost for Clients
- ✅ No booking fees - browse and request lessons for free
- ✅ 15€ refundable deposit - required per booking request, returned after your confirmed lesson
- ✅ Unlimited instructors - contact as many instructors as you need
For Instructors Offering Lessons
Create Your Profile
Sign up and fill out your instructor profile. Add your qualifications, languages, resorts you work at, sports you teach, and base pricing.
Takes 5 minutes. Your profile goes live immediately.
Get Verified (Optional)
Upload your certification documents to apply for verification. A verified badge appears on your profile, which helps you stand out and builds trust with clients.
Receive Booking Requests
When a client requests a lesson, you get an email notification. You'll see their dates, skill level, and requirements.
Pay 5€ to Access Contact Info
To view the client's contact information and respond, you pay a one-time 5€ lead fee per request. This covers platform costs and prevents spam requests.
You only pay if you want to respond. You can decline requests at no cost.
Arrange Lessons Directly
Contact the client, confirm availability, and agree on lesson details. You handle scheduling, location, and pricing on your terms.
Get Paid Directly
The client pays you directly for the lessons. Cash, bank transfer, Bizum - however you prefer. We don't process payments, so there are no commissions or fees on your lessons.
You keep 100% of what you charge for lessons.
Cost for Instructors
- ✅ Free profile listing - create and maintain your profile at no cost
- ✅ 5€ per lead - only pay when you want to respond to a booking request
- ✅ No commissions - keep 100% of your lesson fees
- ✅ No monthly fees - pay only for leads you choose to pursue
Common Questions
Why the 15€ deposit for clients?
It prevents spam and fake requests. The deposit is fully refundable after your confirmed lesson with the instructor. Each booking request requires a deposit, which protects instructors from no-shows and ensures serious inquiries.
Why the 5€ lead fee for instructors?
It covers server costs, email notifications, and platform maintenance. Unlike booking platforms that take 15-20% commissions, we only charge for the initial connection - not the lessons themselves.
What if an instructor doesn't respond?
Try another instructor. Instructors aren't obligated to respond to every request - they might be fully booked or unavailable for your dates. Your 15€ deposit remains valid for future requests.
How do payments work?
Clients pay instructors directly for lessons - we're not involved. The only payments processed through our platform are the client deposit (refundable) and instructor lead fees (5€ per request). Both are handled securely through Stripe.
Can instructors see my contact info before paying?
No. Instructors see your dates, skill level, and requirements, but contact information is hidden until they pay the 5€ lead fee. This protects both parties from spam.
Why LocalSnow is Different
❌ Traditional Booking Platforms
- 15-30% commission per lesson
- Booking fees for students
- Mandatory payment processing
- Profit-driven, VC-funded
- Complex pricing tiers
✅ LocalSnow
- 0% commission - instructors keep everything
- €0 booking fees - completely free
- Direct contact - you arrange payment
- Community-driven - open-source
- Simple & transparent - no hidden costs
Sound too good to be true? Check our open-source code or read our mission statement.