How It Works
Local Snow is a curated directory of ski and snowboard instructors. Browse profiles, check availability, and send lesson requests directly. No booking platform fees, no middlemen.
100% Free Directory
No "trial periods." No "premium plans." No catch. Our directory is community-driven and free while we grow. We don't take commissions or charge platform fees.
For Clients Looking for Instructors
Browse the Directory
Start on the homepage. Select your resort and sport (skiing or snowboarding). Browse our curated directory of instructors who work at that resort.
Compare Profiles
Check instructor qualifications, languages spoken, specialties, and pricing. Look for the verified badge - it means we've confirmed their certifications.
Send a Lesson Request
Found the right fit? Send a lesson request with your preferred dates, skill level, number of students, and any special requirements directly through their 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: Get Listed in the Directory
List Your Profile
Sign up and create your directory listing. Add your qualifications, languages, resorts you work at, sports you teach, and base pricing. Your profile becomes searchable immediately.
Takes 5 minutes. Your listing goes live immediately and appears in local searches.
Get Verified (Recommended)
Upload your certification documents to get verified. A verified badge appears on your profile, which helps you stand out and builds trust when clients or schools are browsing the directory.
Receive Lesson Requests
When a client finds you in the directory and sends a lesson request, you get an email notification with 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 directory listing - create and maintain your profile at no cost, forever
- ✅ 5€ per lead - only pay when you want to access contact info from a lesson request
- ✅ No commissions - keep 100% of your lesson fees, always
- ✅ No monthly fees - pay only for leads you choose to pursue, great for schools managing referrals
Common Questions
Is this a booking platform or a directory?
It's a directory first. We help you find the right instructor by browsing profiles with real details (languages, specialties, pricing, availability hints). You can send lesson requests and coordinate directly, but the main value is discovering local instructors fast—like Páginas Amarillas for ski pros.
Can schools use this to refer clients?
Absolutely! Schools and instructors use our directory to find each other when managing overflow or referrals. Browse by resort and specialty to connect clients with the right instructor fast. No complicated booking system—just a searchable directory of trusted pros.
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? read our mission statement.