Training partner of the Patrouille Des Glaciers

Alongside the legendary Patrouille des Glaciers (PDG), we support the ski mountaineering community in promoting safer and more responsible practices.
PDG and WEMountain share a belief: freedom in the mountains begins with knowledge.
Safety is the key to performance and enjoyment.
That is why we encourage all participants to train to become advocates for a safer mountain culture for everyone.
Let’s work together to ensure safety in the mountains.

PDG and WEMountain join forces

Let’s work together to make the mountains safer!

The Patrouille des Glaciers Foundation and WEMountain—the first international mountain training program combining e-learning and field courses—are joining forces with a clear goal: to reduce accidents, save lives, and place knowledge at the heart of ski mountaineering.

Because we share the same passion, we want this sport to remain committed, intense, and authentic, while also being safer. Freedom does not disappear with training; on the contrary, it depends on it.

They trust us

From local clubs to international federations, many organizations trust WEMountain to train their riders and strengthen their safety culture.

Would you like to join the movement? Please contact us.

They talk about it better than we do.

Nicolas Hale-Woods
Nicolas Hale-Woods
Founder & CEO - Freeride World Tour
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“Because safety is the FWT's number one priority. There is simply no way this sport can develop without a robust global safety education program.”
Victor De Le Rue
Victor De Le Rue
4x World Champion FWT
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“Because it's your life you're playing with, but also the lives of others. Stay humble, keep learning, and always question yourself.”
Marcus Goguen
Marcus Goguen
FWT 2025 World Champion
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“Because I always like to learn the safety rules to follow on my playground! Taking these extra measures has allowed me to progress in backcountry skiing with complete peace of mind.”
Núria Castán Barón
Núria Castán Barón
Vice World Champion 2024
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“Because freeriding is about much more than technical skills. Don't underestimate the power of nature. The more you know and the more you train, the more fun everyone will have.”
Arianna Tricomi
Arianna Tricomi
3x Ski Freeride World Champion
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“Since I absolutely want to continue skiing until I'm 80, I never underestimate training in the mountains.”
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1st International Mountain Training Program combining E-Learning and Field Courses

Learn the essential knowledge and skills for avalanche prevention and mountain safety.

According to studies, 90% of avalanches are triggered by the victim or a member of their group. That’s why 80% of our program is dedicated to risk prevention and avalanche avoidance. Your safety starts with education.

Ride in your zone of pleasure, freedom, and safety! Learn to better understand yourself and your environment, as well as the human and environmental risk factors. Discover specific terrains, additional sources of information, and learn how to adapt your decisions — that’s 80% of the course.

Trouble has begun! Whether you’re a witness or caught in an avalanche, learn how to control and channel your survival instinct during the event — that’s 10% of the course.

It’s a race against death! Learn the vital steps to positively and successfully manage a rescue — that’s 10% of the course.

What makes our courses unique

Anytime, Anywhere

Learn at your own pace where and when you want from the comfort of your own home.

Preventing Before Reacting​

AVOID, REACT, RESCUE: use our unique A2R© system to learn how to prevent risk as well as how to manage a rescue in case of an avalanche. ​

At the top of
innovation

Identify human factors that lead to risk behaviors and assess yourself with our revolutionary MHF© (Mountaineering Human Factor).

Developed with
50+ experts

Designed with over 50 international specialists: guides, mountain rescuers, doctors, psychologists, meteorologists, snow scientists, and educators.

International
terminology

Learn in a simple, accessible and universal language for clear, borderless communication.

Certified
training

Validate your learning by passing the final exam and obtain your standardized WEM certification.

Join us with your organization

Are you part of a club, team, academy, or group that is passionate about the mountains?

WEMountain is committed to working alongside organizations that train the riders of tomorrow, ensuring that freeriding remains a source of enjoyment, freedom, and safety.

Join an international movement shaping the future of freeriding, where freedom, fun, and safety go hand in hand.

Fill out the form below to tell us about your organization, and we will get back to you to see how we can support you.

PDG x WEM

Get trained, have fun, and enjoy your upcoming seasons to the fullest.

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