Reviewed · SNOWBOARD LESSONS AND TRIPS
Freestyle Private Lesson – Snowboarding
Freestyle is where snowboarding gets playful: small jumps, new tricks, and the satisfying feeling of making the board do something it did not do yesterday. This private lesson in Livigno puts a snowboard master beside you, not a large class somewhere ahead on the slope. The lesson can start with basic freestyle moves or move toward more advanced snowpark work.
I like the close attention and the flexible group size. You can book alone, or share the hour with up to six people if ages and ability levels match. I also like the clear, patient teaching style shown by Tommaso and Serena, with Serena especially focused on freestyle and advanced corrections. The catch is simple: one hour is brief, so book extra time if you want real progress rather than a quick introduction.
Key points at a glance
- Freestyle for riders who already control a snowboard: This is not a first-day lesson. You should have a good command of the board before working on tricks and jumps.
- Personal coaching from one professional instructor: The lesson is private to your party, with one person or up to six similar riders.
- Tommaso and Serena are named instructors: Tommaso is noted for friendly, clear explanations, while Serena teaches from beginner through advanced levels and specializes in freestyle.
- A flexible lesson plan: Your starting point depends on your level, and you can book one hour or add more hours across several days.
- A Livigno meeting point: Meet at Maestri di Sci e Snowboard Livigno, Via Saroch 810. The activity returns to this meeting point.
- Bring extra budget for the basics: Equipment rental and the ski pass are not included.
What this Livigno freestyle lesson is really for

This is a skill-building session for a snowboarder who has the basics under control and wants to move into freestyle. You might work from simple evolutions toward more striking tricks, with the instructor adjusting the pace to your ability.
That distinction matters. A general snowboard lesson often focuses on turning, stopping, posture, and slope control. This experience starts from the assumption that you can already ride. If you still struggle to link turns or control your speed, you may find freestyle frustrating and should first work on core board skills.
For a confident intermediate rider, the appeal is clear. You get an instructor focused on your body position, timing, balance, and technique rather than trying to keep up with a large mixed class. For an advanced rider, the lesson can help correct habits that have settled in over time.
Serena is described as teaching all levels and specializing in freestyle. One week of advanced coaching with her was used to correct long-standing mistakes and introduce new skills. That makes this lesson useful not only for someone chasing a first jump, but also for a rider who feels stuck at the same level.
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Starting at Via Saroch 810 in Livigno
The meeting point is Maestri di Sci e Snowboard Livigno, at Via Saroch 810, 23041 Livigno SO, Italy. You return to the meeting point when the activity ends, and public transportation is nearby.
The exact riding area and starting point on the snow are set according to your ability. That is a practical feature, not just a scheduling detail. A beginner at freestyle needs a very different place from an advanced rider preparing for snowpark work. By matching the starting point to your level, the instructor can avoid wasting your hour on terrain that is too hard or too easy.
You should arrive ready to ride, with your equipment and ski pass arranged separately. The lesson price covers the professional snowboard instructor only. Board rental, protective equipment, clothing, and the ski pass are extra, so include them when working out the real cost.
The meeting point is in Livigno, but the supplied information also lists Livigno and Bormio as locations connected with the experience. Confirm the exact lesson area when your booking is accepted, particularly if your plans include both resorts.
A one-hour lesson, taught at your pace

The minimum booking is one hour. During that time, the instructor remains at your disposal and guides you through the lesson step by step.
The first part should establish your level and goals. You may want to learn basic freestyle movements, improve an existing trick, or prepare for bigger snowpark features. The instructor then selects suitable exercises and sets the pace. The details will differ from one rider to the next because this is not a fixed group itinerary.
The teaching moves from basic evolutions toward more advanced techniques. That progression is important. Freestyle is not simply a matter of going faster and jumping higher. Timing, body position, balance, and confidence need to develop in the right order.
Tommaso is specifically praised for clear explanations and for adapting the lesson to the rider’s level. That is exactly what you need in a short session. A vague instruction such as try it again is not much help when you are learning a new movement. Clear steps let you understand what to change on the next attempt.
One hour can teach useful basics. It may be enough to learn a few simple tricks or get an introduction to freestyle technique. It is less likely to create a major change in your riding. If your goal is steady improvement, book more than one hour, either on the same day or across several days.
Why private coaching helps with freestyle

Freestyle can expose small errors that are easy to miss during ordinary riding. You may lean too far back, look down at the board, release an edge at the wrong time, or lose balance just before takeoff. An instructor can watch those details and give you one correction at a time.
That personal attention is the main reason to choose this session over a standard class. The school’s teaching approach places strong weight on the relationship between instructor and student, with attention to communication, trust, and calm learning. That matters in freestyle because hesitation can affect both technique and safety.
You are also free to ask questions and repeat a movement without worrying about holding up a large class. The instructor can slow down, explain the motion again, or move on when you are ready. This is especially useful for children, who may need more encouragement and simpler explanations.
The teaching team also receives ongoing technical and educational training, including work related to psychology, communication, and teaching methods. That does not turn a one-hour session into a miracle cure, but it suggests a thoughtful approach to different ages and learning styles.
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Sharing the lesson with friends or family

The lesson can be booked for one person, and the maximum group size is six. A shared private lesson can lower the cost per person and make the hour more social, but only if the group is well matched.
The important condition is that age and ability should be as similar as possible. A beginner child, an intermediate teenager, and an advanced adult will not learn efficiently from the same freestyle plan. The instructor can adapt within reason, but the more uneven the group, the more time may be spent splitting attention.
For siblings or a small group of friends at roughly the same level, sharing can work well. A group of three used a freestyle session to learn fun tricks, with Tommaso adapting his explanations to their level. That kind of setup can be a good balance between personal coaching and a shared experience.
If one person in your group is much stronger than the others, consider separate lessons or different time slots. Freestyle progress depends on repetition, and a mismatched group can leave everyone waiting at some point.
What Serena and Tommaso bring to the lesson

Two instructors are specifically named in the available feedback, and their strengths give you a useful sense of the teaching style.
Tommaso is described as friendly, clear, and good at adjusting explanations to the rider. Those are practical qualities for a short lesson, when there is little time for confusion. If you are new to freestyle, ask for simple drills and a clear order of progression.
Serena is presented as a specialist in freestyle who works with beginners, intermediates, and advanced riders. Her coaching is also credited with correcting errors that an advanced snowboarder had carried for a long time. That is a reminder that private coaching is not only for people who are just starting.
Her approach also includes taking riders toward the snowpark when appropriate. The supplied information does not promise a particular feature, jump, or park route, so your session will depend on your level and conditions. Still, Serena’s freestyle focus makes her a useful name to request if instructor choice is available.
Instructor assignment is subject to availability, so do not assume you will receive a specific person unless the provider confirms it. The broader point is that the school has instructors working across levels, with freestyle experience among the team.
Price, group value, and what is not covered
The listed price is $37.60 per person for the experience. For a single rider, that is the cost of about one hour of direct instruction, but you still need to pay separately for equipment rental and the ski pass.
The value improves for a small, well-matched group, especially if you want private attention without paying for separate one-to-one sessions. The maximum is six people, but I would not automatically aim for the largest group. Four riders at the same level may learn more comfortably than six riders with different goals.
The short duration is the main value question. If you want to try a few freestyle basics, one hour keeps the commitment and cost modest. If you want to correct technique, progress through several tricks, or spend time in the snowpark, one hour will likely feel rushed.
You can choose how many hours to do in a day and how many days to book. For a ski holiday, several shorter sessions can be more useful than one isolated hour. You get time between lessons to practice, then return with specific questions and mistakes for the instructor to address.
Fitness, equipment, and the practical side

You should have a moderate level of physical fitness. Snowboarding freestyle requires repeated attempts, balance, and enough stamina to stay focused while riding. The experience is not described as suitable for someone who has never snowboarded.
You need your own equipment or a rental arrangement. The lesson does not include a snowboard, boots, helmet, clothing, or any other gear. It also does not include a ski pass, so check that your pass covers the area where the lesson takes place.
Because the activity returns to the meeting point, you do not need to plan a separate end location. Public transportation is nearby, which can help if you are staying elsewhere in Livigno and do not have a car.
Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The activity is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason, so check your dates, group size, riding levels, and equipment plans before paying.
Who should book this freestyle session

I would choose this lesson if you can already ride a snowboard and want focused help with freestyle. It suits a solo rider who wants direct coaching, a family with similarly skilled children, or a small group of friends who want to learn tricks together.
It is also a sensible choice for an advanced rider who knows something is wrong but cannot identify the problem. Serena’s experience correcting persistent errors is particularly relevant here. A fresh set of trained eyes can sometimes fix a habit that hours of solo practice have only reinforced.
I would be more cautious if you are a total beginner. The lesson is designed for riders with a good command of the board, so first-day instruction may not be the right match. I would also avoid combining very different ability levels in one booking, even if the private format allows up to six people.
Families should pay attention to the teaching focus. The school puts strong emphasis on children and on creating a calm, trusting lesson. Still, every child should be comfortable with the physical demands of snowboarding and able to participate at the group’s pace.
Should you book the Livigno freestyle lesson?
Book it if you want a personal introduction to freestyle, clear corrections, and the freedom to set the session around your level. The $37.60 starting price is easiest to justify when you share with a small, evenly matched group or use the lesson to solve a specific technical problem.
For the best result, book more than one hour if your schedule allows. Use the first session to establish technique and identify mistakes, then practice before returning for another lesson. If you only want to sample freestyle, one hour is enough to learn some basics.
Skip it if you need beginner snowboard instruction, want equipment and a lift pass bundled into the price, or cannot accept a strict no-refund policy. For an established rider ready to try new tricks with an attentive instructor beside you, this is a focused and flexible choice in Livigno.
FAQ
Where does the snowboard freestyle lesson begin?
The meeting point is Maestri di Sci e Snowboard Livigno, Via Saroch 810, 23041 Livigno SO, Italy.
Where does the activity end?
The activity ends back at the meeting point.
How long is the freestyle lesson?
The minimum lesson duration is one hour. You can choose additional hours in a day and book lessons across multiple days.
How many people can join?
At least one person can participate, and the maximum group size is six.
Can people of different abilities share one lesson?
They can share the private lesson, but ages and ability levels should be as similar as possible so the session can work well for everyone.
Is equipment included?
No. Equipment rental and the ski pass are not included in the price.
Can I cancel or change the booking?
No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.
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