The British Ski Academy

For 2026 the British Ski Academy will return to the world class Swiss ski resort of Verbier for our popular British national seedpoint ski races.

OVERVIEW

Since 1996 the BSA has provided the expertise and encouragement necessary for young British ski racers to develop their skills, attitudes and conditioning while maintaining their academic grades.

Alpine World Cup current and former British luminaries Dave Ryding, Laurie Taylor, Charlie Guest, Alex Tilley & Eddie Drake collectively spent 30 seasons developing their skills with the BSA. Most of their coaches also have or had close associations with BSA.

Congratulations to Dave on his spectacular 6th place in the 2025 World Champs and best wishes for his final winter season and FIFTH OLYMPIC GAMES in 2026.

Watch out for other BSA members and former trainees preparing for their Olympic, World Cup and Europa Cup seasons. Laurie Taylor (29), slalom ranking 33 Reece Bell (25), slalom ranking 72 Luca Carrick-Smith (20), slalom ranking 78 Freddy Carrick-Smith (18), giant slalom ranking 91, slalom ranking 127 Zak Carrick-Smith (18), double Youth Olympic champion, slalom ranking 131 Molly Butler (18), slalom ranking 137

Worth noting that our Alpine ski teams receive zero public funding and are entirely reliant on donations and personal sponsorship. BSA will be hosting a 2026 Olympic fundraiser this Autumn. Let's keep our ski teams on the road!

Get in touch and find out more or meet our team at one of the events taking place this year. Follow us on Facebook, and on Instagram.