Our Story
Finding inspiration in every turn
The Origin of Préski
In the summer of 2019, during a coaching season in Australia, Anne-Sophie and Simon discovered ski simulators for the first time. Fascinated by the potential of this technology, one idea quickly took hold: to create the very first centre of its kind in Québec.
From that inspiration, Préski was born — a unique space where people can ski year-round, discover the sport in a safe environment, and train during the off-season thanks to an innovative and affordable solution.
Since June 2023, our mission has been simple: to break down the barriers to skier development.
Our Team
Simon
Co-founder / Owner
Level 4 – AMSC / ACA Performance Level
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Simon’s passion for alpine skiing has taken him around the world — teaching in Austria, Australia, and the United States. His goal is always the same: to find the best way to help skiers grow and improve.
A classic case of “the shoemaker’s son going barefoot,” Simon doesn’t need the latest gear to perform on the slopes. With his boots undone, he’s not shy about warming up with a few ski ballet moves!
Anne-Sophie
Co-founder / Owner
Level 3 (Ski) – AMSC
A ski instructor for over 10 years, Anne-Sophie loves sharing her passion for skiing and introducing new skiers to the sport. With a background in kinesiology, ski technique holds no secrets for her. Her expertise in ski instruction will help you reach your goals with both fun and ease!
She brings a precise and gentle touch to the snow. When she skis, it always looks effortless.
David
Owner
Joining the team in its second year of operation, David is originally from the southwest of France, near the Pyrenees. He started skiing at a very young age and has continued to enjoy the beautiful mountains of Québec for the past 16 years.
Trained as an industrial engineer, he now works as an operational efficiency consultant for businesses in the Chaudière-Appalaches region. Passionate about supporting business leaders in their challenges, David found in Préski his own entrepreneurial adventure.
Indoor Skiing
Used for decades around the world, Québec is now discovering indoor ski simulators for the very first time.
These simulators are essentially giant treadmills on which skiers can make real turns with real skis. Préski is equipped with two simulators, including the largest one in North America. The surface is a synthetic carpet moistened with water to allow for smooth gliding. Both speed and incline can be adjusted, making the experience accessible to all levels.
Skiing is now possible year-round, offering beginners a chance to discover the sport before hitting Québec’s beautiful mountains in winter. Préski is also a unique training space for competitive skiers and ski instructors.
Learning and improving your skiing technique on a simulator is highly effective thanks to the high volume of movement repetition. In just one session, you can make more turns than in an entire day on the slopes!
