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Would you like to learn how to pilot a Tandem’Flex or a Tempo Duo to accompany a loved one or people with disabilities on the slopes? Several TESSIER partner organizations offer formations piloting training courses during the 2026-2027 winter season.
Whether you are an individual, a volunteer or a mountain professional, discover the differences between these two courses and the upcoming sessions to prepare for your season!
Tandem’Flex training: a mandatory step to become a pilot
The Tandem’Flex allows people who cannot ski independently to enjoy the thrill of gliding. Positioned behind the passenger, the pilot has full control of the device.
To pilot a Tandem’Flex, specific training is mandatory.
This training teaches you how to handle the equipment, seat the passenger and use ski lifts. It also covers safety rules, technical adjustments and piloting techniques on different types of slopes.
Several programs are available depending on your experience:
- Short program – 4.5 days: for mountain professionals.
- Intermediate program – 6 days: for experienced skiers who meet the prerequisites, such as federal instructors, holders of the TESSIER accreditation for the piloted Dualski/Tempo Duo, or FFH alpine ski assistants or initiators.
- Long program – 2 x 5 days: for families, volunteers and staff of specialized facilities.
At the end of the training, TESSIER issues a piloting accreditation card, subject to the trainer's validation of the trainee's level.
Provisional schedule of Tandem’Flex training courses 2026-2027
| Dates | Location | Training and organization |
|---|---|---|
| November 29 to December 4, 2026* | Val Thorens (73) | Intermediate program – Loisirs Assis Évasion |
| December 14 to 18, 2026, then January 4 to 8, 2027* | Font-Romeu (66) | Long program – Handikraft |
| 18 to 21 December, then 26 to 27 December 2026* | Châtel (74) | Long program – Apach’Évasion |
| January 3 to 8, 2027* | Font-Romeu (66) | Short / intermediate program – Handikraft |
| January 4 to 9, 2027* | Saint-Sorlin-d’Arves (73) | Intermediate program – Ligue Handisport AURA, with ANAE |
| January 18 to 22, then February 1 to 5, 2027* | Combloux (74) | Long program – Loisirs Assis Évasion |
| March 22 to 26, then November 29 to December 3, 2027* | Font-Romeu (66) | Long program – Handikraft |
| More dates to come! |
*Dates and titles to be confirmed with the associations and training organizations, subject to availability.
Tempo Duo training: 7 hours to learn how to assist
The Tempo Duo lets you enjoy the thrill of skiing with the help of a companion. Depending on their abilities and level of independence, the sitskiers can also actively take part in piloting the device.
Unlike the Tandem’Flex, Tempo Duo training is not mandatory, but we strongly recommend it..
Indeed, a good skiing level is not always enough to master the specifics of a piloted sit-ski device.
The training teaches you in particular how to:
- Seat and assist the passenger.
- Master turns, braking and the various piloting techniques.
- Use ski lifts.
- Adjust and maintain the equipment.
We recommend a minimum of 7 hours of training, or even more depending on the trainee's level and experience.
As with the Tandem’Flex, TESSIER issues an accreditation card after validation by the trainer.
Provisional schedule of Tempo Duo training courses 2026-2027
| Dates | Location | Training and organization |
|---|---|---|
| December 6 to 8, 2026** | Font-Romeu (66) | Handikraft – 3 days |
| December 18 to 20, 2026** | Combloux (74) | Loisirs Assis Évasion – 3 days |
| December 19 and 20, 2026** | Les Karellis (73) | Ligue Handisport AURA – FULL |
| January 16 and 17, 2027** | Les Karellis (73) | Ligue Handisport AURA – 2 days |
| More dates to come! |
**Dates and titles to be confirmed with the associations and training organizations, subject to availability. These courses are intended for people who already have a good skiing level and want to learn how to assist a passenger in a piloted Tempo Duo/Dualski.
Other ways to train
In addition to these sessions, several organizations offer training tailored to the needs of individuals and professionals.
For example,ASFSA in Switzerland organizes Tandem’Flex training courses and advanced skills days.
For its part, APF Formation offers a Tandem’Flex piloting program aimed in particular at professionals in the medico-social sector.
Also, Loisir Assis Evasion offers a variety of courses to learn how to ski with Tessier devices.
Finally, some ski schools and partner trainers can organize individual or on-demand sessions.
We invite you to contact our training partners directly for more information on availability. Find the list of partner trainers right here.
How do I sign up for a training course?
Registration is made directly with the training organizations.
We therefore invite you to check the links in the schedule for registration requirements, prices and availability.
Please note that places may be limited. In addition, some courses require a prior skiing level or a specific qualification.
More dates are coming, stay tuned!
Not sure which training suits your profile? Contact our team! We can put you in touch with a partner instructor and support you with your project.
Training is, above all, about learning to share the joy of sliding on snow with confidence, control and safety.
Find out more information about us Training page !
See you soon on the slopes!
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