Online coaching for nervous skiers
Step onto the slopes with confidence, not fear
Practical tools and mindset support that prepare you before your trip, so your lessons and ski holiday are stress-free and enjoyable.
Confidence changes everything
On the mountain, it turns hesitation into flow. Off the mountain, it gives you calm under pressure and clarity when it matters most.
Above the Cloud Coaching gives you practical tools and tailored support so you can:
Step onto the slopes ready to enjoy your holiday
Leave fear, doubt, and hesitation behind
Build confidence that travels into your everyday life.
This is pre-trip, mindset-first coaching.
We’re not here to teach you ski technique online.
What we do is prepare you mentally, so when you step into lessons on the mountain you’re ready to learn, enjoy, and get the most out of your holiday.
Jelly legs? You’re not alone.
From shaking knees at the top of a slope to worrying you’ll slow your family down, these feelings are common, and fixable.
You want to love the mountains. So what’s holding you back?
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Fear of falling, losing control, or crashing?
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Returning after injury, illness, or a long break?
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Worried about slowing others down or being left behind?
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Shaken by a past bad experience on a steep or icy slope?
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Instructor who didn’t listen and knocked your confidence?
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Being told you “couldn’t do it”, by others or yourself?
What makes us different?
We’re not a ski school.
We don’t teach technique online.
We specialise in confidence-first coaching for nervous skiers, helping you face fears, trust yourself, and step onto the snow ready to enjoy every run.
What makes us different:
Pre-trip focus: Prepare before you go, not once you’re already stressed.
Unique blend: Ski instructor + communications expert + business coach.
Parenting perspective: I’m a dad of three, so I get the family logistics and holiday pressures.
Transferable results: Ski confidence flows into your work, family, and everyday life.
Limited intake: Fewer clients, deeper support, better results.
What you’ll notice
From day one, and beyond
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Replace hesitation with calm, steady movement.
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Use the same tools and techniques to manage stress off the slopes.
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Enjoy family runs and time on the mountain with friends, without dread.
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Simple routines and mindset exercises to prepare body and mind.
Meet Matt, your coach
I know what it feels like to stand at the edge of a slope, heart racing, wondering if you can make it down.
That fear is real, and I’ve been there.
I’m Matt Grek, ski instructor, communicator, business coach, and dad of three. Over the past decade, I’ve taught in the Alps and UK, helping nervous skiers of all ages find their confidence. Outside skiing, I’ve led international campaigns, worked in government on behaviour change, and coached business teams.
What transformed me wasn’t just more ski drills or just getting a grip. It was mindset work, practical exercises, and small coaching tweaks that unlocked confidence fast.
Now I use that same approach to help others enjoy every run.
Not sure how to start?
Nervous, hesitant, or worried you ‘can’t do it’? Book your free 20-minute exploratory and discover how Above the Cloud coaching will help you step onto the snow calm, confident, and ready to enjoy every run.
Real Experiences, Real Progress *
“I arrived terrified of the mountain. I left feeling calm, in control, and actually enjoying myself.”
Adult learner, Switzerland
“I used to picture falling off the mountain. Now I picture myself skiing down it.”
Returning skier, Austria
“I wasnt sure what to expect with skiing. Working with Matt helped turn my ski week into one of the best weeks of my life.”
Nervous skier, Switzerland
* Inspired by real client reflections. Edited for clarity and anonymity.
FAQs
Do you teach skiing online?
No. We focus on mindset and confidence, so your on-slope lessons and time skiing with friends and family will be far more effective and enjoyable.
Who is this for?
Nervous adult skiers, those returning after a period of time away from the slopes. If you’re not sure the sessions are right for you, contact us with any questions hello@abovethecloud.org. We’d love to see how we can help.
How long before my trip should I start?
Ideally 4 to 8 weeks, but we can be flexible. If you don’t see a course or dates that suit you, then do get in touch.
How do I book?
Use the ‘Book Exploratory Chat’ button or directly book the group coaching sessions via this website.
How many sessions do I need?
Most clients start noticing results after two to three sessions.
What if I’m terrified of skiing?
That’s exactly who this is for. We go step by step, at your pace.
Can I do this if my trip isn’t until next year?
Yes. Building confidence early makes your eventual ski or snowboard lessons and holiday far more enjoyable.