SKIING AND
SNOWBOARDING
FOR EVERYONE
IN GUDAURI

Welcome to Ski Gudauri, the first ski and
snowboard school and rental shop in Gudauri!

Female Ski Instructor teaching kids, Gudauri Ski Resort.

About us

Group of skiers with Ski Gudauri instructor on the slopes of Gudauri Ski Resort, Georgia

Our qualified ski and snowboard instructors provide private lessons for adults and children, and we have the only kids ski school in Gudauri so your kids can learn and make friends in a safe, fun, group environment.

All of our instructors hold internationally recognised instructing qualifications and have been specially selected for their knowledge and passion. Our instructors know the best pistes to improve your technique and increase your confidence, and all the secret freeride spots! We have Georgian, English, French, German, Spanish, Chezh, Polish, Slovene, Serbian, Italian, Russian speaking instructors who have taught across the globe and now call Gudauri home. 

Our rental service provides the best quality equipment to suit all your needs. Equipment can be rented alone, or at a discounted rate as part of one of our equipment and lesson packages.

Our story

Ski Gudauri was founded in 2013 by Alex Beniaidze, a ski racer from Gudauri, and Giovanni Lazzarini, an Italian race coach. Alex and Giovanni represented the Georgian National Ski Team at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics and in various World Cup and World Championship events. With their experience at the highest level of skiing they have brought together a passionate and enthusiastic instructor team that, through word of mouth, has become the biggest, and most popular ski school in Gudauri.

New for Winter 2027: Adult Group Ski & Snowboard Lessons in Gudauri

Ski Gudauri is excited to introduce Adult Group Ski & Snowboard Lessons for Winter 2027.

Designed for guests who want to learn in a fun, social, and supportive environment, our group lessons offer professional instruction at a more accessible price than private tuition.

Available for Two Levels: First Timers & Beginners

Groups Start: Every Sunday of the Season

Minimum participants: 3 per level

Explore available dates and book online!

09/06

Cancellation Policy Update

We have updated our Cancellation Policy to include equipment rental bookings alongside ski and snowboard lessons.

The updated policy now also clarifies:

cancellation terms for lessons & equipment rental,
payment deadlines for rental services,
refund conditions for unused rental days,

We recommend reviewing the updated Terms & Conditions before confirming your booking.

21/05

Our team

Leila Baltaji

Team Lead Instructor. Originally from Beirut, Lebanon, Leila is a ski passionate ready to take on the Georgian slopes for the second winter! Easily recognized for her unique sence of style and love for flashy colors on the snow, you'll find her standing out even more for her talented skills and techniques. Languages: Lebanese Arabic, English, French.

Beso Japaridze

Technical Team Lead instructor from Svaneti, Georgia 🇬🇪 Professional alpine skier and former member of the Georgian National Alpine Ski Team.

Alex Beniaidze

Co-founder and “The Big Boss” of Ski Gudauri School. Former Georgian Olympic skier (Sochi 2014), Main coach of the Georgian National Ski Team, professional ski racer and just a local guy!

Giovanni Lazzarinni

Co-founder of Ski Gudauri. Professional Ski coach at Italian National Ski Team. Former Head coach of the National Georgian Ski Team during the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi 2014. Baking pizzas and riding bikes!

Mari Beniaidze

Chief Manager. Oversees the whole Ski & Snowboard School operations at Ski Gudauri. Ensures the perfect work of the Office team and creates long lasting winter sport memories for our guests!

Tom Avery

Ski Instructor from Australia🇦🇺 Tom is an Australian skier with experience instructing on five continents. He holds the Level 3 Alpine Ski and Trainers Designation from the CSIA of Canada. Languages: English, Spanish

Tika Sigua

Manager of the Ski Gudauri store in Gudauri Lodge Hotel & Manager of the Office Team. Communicates with hotel guests, provides customer service for equipment and lesson reservations.

Luka Kavtaradze

Ski Instructor from Georgia 🇬🇪 Luka has over 20 years of skiing experience and has been coaching for the past 5 years. In addition to his passion for snow sports, he is a certified fourth-category rafting guide and skilled kayaker, making him a true outdoor enthusiast all year round. With a professional background in music as a singer and composer, Luka brings a creative and uplifting energy to every lesson, expect a positive atmosphere, good rhythm on the slopes, and plenty of motivation!

Ski & Snowboard Instructors Gudauri Ski Resort

Hassan

Hassan is a passionate ski and snowboard instructor with years of experience helping riders master the slopes. With a love for both carving smooth lines and teaching first-timers, he brings energy and motivation to every lesson. Whether guiding beginners through their first turns or coaching advanced skiers to refine their technique, Hassan makes learning fun, safe, and unforgettable. Certificates: APUL Snowboard level 2 / SIA Ski Level 1 Languages: Arabic, English, French

Zaza Aptsiauri

Ski Instructor from Georgia 🇬🇪 Zaza has 16 years of skiing experience and four years of teaching. He excels in teaching all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers, with a strong focus on clear instruction and refining track techniques.

Giorgi Gigdeliani

Ski Instructor from Georgia 🇬🇪

Ski & Snowboard School in Gudauri - 100% English-speaking instructors

Ivana Simicakova

Ski & Snowboard instructor from Slovakia🇸🇰 Doing all kinds of sports all her life and for the last 7 years been traveling and doing season around the world. Loves teaching and sharing her passion with her students. Certification: CSIA Ski level 2; Snowboard level 1 Languages: English, Slovak, Czech

International Ski & Snowboard School in Gudauri, Georgia

Ciel Niijima

Ski Instructor from Japan🇯🇵 I have taught in Japan, Australia, and now my 3rd season of teaching will be in Georgia. Certification: NZSIA Ski level 1 Languages: Japanese, English

Ski School and Rental Shop in Gudauri, Georgia

Nika Gagadze

Experienced skier from Gudauri 🇬🇪 Nika has been skiing since the age of 3 and has successfully competed multiple times in the Georgian Ski Championships. Today, he is ready to share his experience with others.

International Ski & Snowboard School - Instructors from all over the world

Emma Warwick

I'm a bubbly and energetic ski&snowboard instructor from sunny South Africa 🇿🇦 with a big love for snow sports, travel, and anything outdoorsy. Snowboarding is my absolute passion, and there's nothing better than sharing that with others - especially kids! This is my third season on the slopes as an instructor, and I couldn’t be more excited to be bringing a bit of South African spirit to the mountains of Georgia. Languages: English, Afrikaans

Ekaterine Korganashvili

Ski Instructor from Georgia 🇬🇪 Ekaterine has been skiing since she was 4. With a background in psychology, she designs interactive and fun lessons, tailored to each student’s pace and abilities. Ekaterine is known for her patience and supportive teaching style, creating a positive learning experience. Languages: English, Russian, Georgian

British ski & snowboard instructors in Gudauri, Georgia - private lessons for all ages

Mathew Goodliff

British ski & snowboard instructor from Kent 🇬🇧 with over 10 years experience and a passion for teaching Snowsports of all ages and abilities. Certification: BASI Alpine Level 2 ski; BASI Alpine Level 1 snowboard Languages: English, French

Russian Speaking Ski Instructors in Gudauri.

Alex Narushevich

I’m passionate about helping people learn to ski beautifully, correctly, and most importantly - safely. I work with both adults and children from the age of 3, whether it’s their very first steps on skis or improving existing skills and technique. Looking forward to sharing the joy of skiing with you!

Our services

RENTAL SERVICE

Our rental service offers all the equipment necessary for a great time on the slope, including snow-wear, safety equipment, and skis, boards, and boots for all ages and ability levels. All of our equipment is checked and maintained after each use to ensure quality and safety. You can even get great discounts on rental equipment if you book it with a lesson.

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KIDS SKI SCHOOL WITH SKI GUDAURI

We are the only ski school in Gudauri that offers group lessons for kids aged 5 years and older. Our small groups, never more than 6, are divided by age and ability so that your child can make friends and build confidence in a fun team environment. Your child’s technique will improve, and so will their love for the sport. Most importantly our qualified professional instructors have your child’s safety as their top priority.

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PRIVATE SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS

Private ski or snowboard lessons with Ski Gudauri are the ultimate personalised learning experience!

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GROUP SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS

NEW! Group ski or snowboard lessons with Ski Gudauri are a fun and social way to learn and progress together with riders of a similar level, while benefiting from professional instruction at a more accessible price.

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