What a difference forty-eight hours makes! After a fantastic start to our Pila adventure, the transformation in our students is nothing short of incredible.

From Tumbles to Technique

Yesterday was a true “mountain milestone” day. Under stunningly clear blue skies, we faced our first full day on the slopes. As expected, there were plenty of falls and even more laughs, but amidst the snow-dusted jackets was some excellent technique. Every single staff member was blown away by the headway the students made; their determination to get back up and try again was the highlight of the day.

A Slice of Italian Life

To celebrate a successful day of skiing, we headed into town last night for a legendary pizza night. It was a sea of smiling faces and “unlimited” slices, fueled by plenty of drinks and topped off with a well-earned round of Italian ice cream. It was the perfect way to recharge the batteries and bond as a group away from the chairlifts.

Moving Up the Mountain

We returned to the slopes this morning with a newfound confidence. The improvement was visible from the first run—so much so that the groups were able to move considerably further up the mountain. As staff, we couldn’t be prouder. Beyond their skiing ability, the students are conducting themselves with maturity and spirit. They are representing the school brilliantly, getting better with every turn, and looking out for one another every step of the way.

Evening Wind-Down

After another trip into the local town for some post-ski gelato (you can never have too much ice cream in Italy!), we’ve headed back for our evening meal. The students are now settling down, resting those hard-working legs, and getting ready for another intense, high-energy day tomorrow.