MEET THE TEAM
The People Who Make Your Mountain
Every day, what we deliver is only as good as the people behind it, and ours are the finest in Zermatt. Guides and instructors who live here, ski here, and know this mountain not from a map but from living it.
THE TEAM
The Guides Behind Every Great Day
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My Story
Local Guide
Saartje de Deckere
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, running, road cycling, surfing, mountaineering, climbing and enjoying life
Languages Spoken
Dutch, German, English
I started racing at six, and what began as a passion for skiing grew into a deep love of the mountains themselves. Nine years of instructing later, that love brought me to Zermatt, where I now share the beauty of this sport with everyone I ski with.
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My Story
Co founder
Jacob Wells
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, snowboarding, mountain culture, kitesurfing, diving, climbing, mountaineering, surfing, and more!
Languages Spoken
English, German
I began as a chef in the UK before turning to ski instructing in 2014, teaching in France, Australia, and Japan. Now Zermatt is my home and I look forward to helping you explore it!
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My Story
Co founder
Matthew Grundy
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, mountain sports, travel, the outdoors, and connecting with people through learning and adventure.
Languages Spoken
English, German
Growing up outdoors led me to ski instructing after travelling Asia post-degree. Moving to Zermatt shaped my passion for helping guests build confidence, improve skills, and enjoy everything this incredible mountain environment offers.
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My Story
Local Guide
Sam Warren
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, sailing, surfing, trail running, fitness and always up for an adventure
Languages Spoken
English, French
I began instructing at 16, gaining my first qualification and discovering a passion for teaching. As a physiotherapist, I love combining my knowledge of movement with skiing, and this is now my fourth season in Zermatt. I look forward to helping you build confidence and enjoy the mountains.
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My Story
Local Guide
Corinne Buff
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Sailing, books, yoga, diving, climbing, ski touring, cooking and backyard adventures
Languages Spoken
Swiss German, German, French, English, Italian, Spanish
Growing up in Switzerland, I discovered the mountains on foot and on skis from a very young age. As a geographer, I made exploring the world my profession, and I've now spent 17 years instructing in Grindelwald and Zermatt. Away from the slopes, you'll find me ski touring, climbing or, more recently, sailing.
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My Story
Local Guide
Dāvis Vaivods
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Motorcycle touring and active sports enthusiast such as basketball, tennis
Languages Spoken
English, Latvian, Russian, German
I'm an Anwärter Level 2 ski instructor with over 700 hours of instructing, coaching and guiding experience. I take pride in giving skiers of every level high-quality lessons and guiding. Patient and energetic, I love making every day on the mountain genuinely enjoyable for the people I ski with.
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My Story
Local Guide
Richard McCarroll
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, tennis, golf, football, sustainability, the outdoors, and comedy.
Languages Spoken
English, Australian
I began my ski journey in Whistler and have since taught in New Zealand, Japan, and Europe. With a passion for sustainability and mountain life, I’m excited to share Zermatt’s beauty with you.
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My Story
Local Guide
Dan O’Dor
Years Teaching & Guiding
Hobbies
Skiing, kitesurfing, diving, reading, AI, climbing, the outdoors!
Languages Spoken
English, German, French, Hungarian
Growing up skiing in Austria, I fell in love with the mountains and developed a strong foundation through junior racing. Teaching English showed me how much I enjoy helping people learn, which naturally led me to become a ski instructor.
HOW IT STARTED
A Company Built on the Mountain
The Mountain Company began with a simple idea: that the difference between a good ski holiday and an unforgettable one is the people looking after you. What started with a few instructors who loved this place has grown into a close team who share the same standard and the same care.
ONE TEAM, ONE STANDARD
Different Backgrounds, One Belief
Different countries, one shared belief: that a great mountain day is built on trust, real local knowledge, and genuine care. Every guide here is certified, experienced, and personally chosen.
TRAINED, TESTED, TRUSTED
Certified and Mountain Safety Ready
Every guide and instructor on our team is certified and trained in mountain safety. Behind the relaxed days and effortless planning is real expertise, so you can simply enjoy the skiing while we handle the rest.
SPEAKING YOUR LANGUAGE
A Team as International as Our Guests
Between us we speak several languages and have skied and taught across the world. Wherever you are travelling from, you will find someone here who understands exactly what you are looking for.
GUEST EXPERIENCES
Trusted By Guests From Around The World
From the USA and Europe to the Middle East and beyond, our guests return year after year for seamless family ski holidays, unforgettable alpine adventures, and fully tailored stays in Zermatt. With local expertise, personal planning, and genuine care throughout every trip.
