About Vivid

Top British, Swiss and French qualified (BASI level 4, Swiss Brevet Federal and French Carte pro). Rob founded Vivid Snowboarding back in 2011 and is an experienced backcountry coach and a BASI examiner/trainer for up and coming instructors. Rob is one of the most experienced snowboard instructors out there, he’s been riding, teaching and coaching around the globe since 1998. When not with clients on the mountain Rob will be out riding and filming new content.

Chris started snowboarding at an early age in Chamonix and this is shown in his effortless style all over the mountain. Chris holds his BASI level 4 qualification, Swiss Brevet federal and is a BASI Snowboard trainer. He can develop any individuals riding. Whether a low intermediate rider wanting to gain confidence on steeper terrain or the up and coming instructor looking to gain the next qualification in the system, Chris is your man. When not teaching on the hill Chris can be found turning heads all over the mountain.

Austrian qualified, Jan, A.K.A Dutchy, has been riding and working in Verbier for the last 19 years. His personal training and physiotherapy background rolls effortlessly into his mountain sessions. Jan is fluent in English, Dutch, German and French. An ex dutch rail riding professional, Jan started his snowboarding career in the indoor snow domes in Holland. His casual style and big bag of tricks got him shop sponsored and kitted out in Analog clothing and Salomon snowboards. The days of riding street rails and entering jib contests don’t last forever. Jan naturally made the progression to riding in the Alps with plenty more variety and his journey has bought him to his home in Verbier. 

Domi was born and bred in Rome, Italy and is one of our park specialists. She has the skills to tackle and conquer any rail set up and is one of the top freestyle coaches on the mountain. Domi is a big part of our coaching team in Cervinia, Italy for our summer camps and she brings her relaxed and fun approach to any session. Domi was part of the very successful Girls Shred sessions in Verbier this past winter and will be pushing these sessions this coming winter in Verbier. Domi focuses on her organic and sustainable clothing and Bikini brand Soul Daze in the Summer months. If you are looking for one of the funnest instructors on the mountain then Domi is your go to.

Pedro has exceptional teaching skills and is one of our highest requested instructors. His mild relaxed manner helps build confidence and will improve your technical skills. Pedro has been riding and teaching in Verbier for a few winters and knows the mountain exceptionally well. Pedro has is BASI Level 3 ISIA stamp.  While Pedro is not teaching he can be found riding some backcountry terrain.

Anthony has a wealth of experience in the snowboard industry. He has a huge knowledge on all types of equipment having worked with Burton Snowboards for a few winters in their retail and hire departments. As a seasoned rider Anthony has huge skills in both riding and teaching. When not teaching he can be found out freeriding in the mountains around Verbier. He qualified through the BASI Snowboard system.

Emilio came through our instructor training course back in 2017 and has rejoined us this winter. A skater from London Emilio has a natural ability in the snowpark. Emilio is awesome with all clients, he loves to teach his passion for freestyle riding. If you are looking to grow your park skills then a session with Emilio is a must!

Michael came through our instructor training course in 2021 – 2022. He showed huge natural talent on his board and he is great with teaching both Children and adults alike. When not teaching he can be found riding the Verbier snowpark, when the snow is on he will be out riding the awesome backcountry Verbier has on offer.