PRICES
RESIDENTIAL PLACES
Stay with us in the course chalet, full-board.
All of our residential rates include:
- Accommodation in the course chalet
- Attendance on the course, including all workshops and daily yoga
- A one-to-one flute lesson
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Tea and coffee during the day
- Meal at Auberge du Croix after the final concert
Prices above do not include flights or transfers: find out about our recommended flight times and transfers from the airport on our Location page.
Please note for Single Room bookings: Our chalet only has twin and bunk rooms, so we will allocate you a twin room with single occupancy where we have the availability, but we may have to allocate you a room in a nearby apartment. This affords you extra privacy whilst also being within easy reach of the course chalet and the village.
DAY PLACES
Non-residential - arrange your own accommodation, but join us in the chalet for the course and all meals.
Our day visitor rate includes:
- Attendance on the course, including all workshops and daily yoga
- A one-to-one flute lesson
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Tea and coffee during the day
- Meal at Auberge du Croix after the final concert
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10% OFF NEARBY ACCOMMODATION
If you are bringing family members along with you, or perhaps you are joining Flutes du Soleil as part of a longer vacation, we can assist you with renting a private chalet or apartment nearby.
Our partners, the family-run Aravis Holidays, manage the rental of many high quality properties in Le Chinaillon and nearby villages - their unsurpassed knowledge of the area will help get your vacation off to a great start. We have been working with Aravis Holidays for many years - David and Pascale always make sure the course and our guests are well looked after. Quote 'Flutes du Soleil' for a 10% discount on a private chalet hire, when at least one guest is attending the course. Click here to visit Aravis Holidays' website |
Frequently asked questions
is there an age limit?
All attendees must be 13 or over if they are staying in the course chalet, but younger students are allowed if staying in family accommodation elsewhere and attending as a day visitor. Remember, you can get 10% off a private chalet booking through our partners Aravis Holidays when at least one guest is taking part in the course. Full information is available above.
WILL I BE GOOD ENOUGH?
Please don't worry - this is the perfect opportunity to dust off the cobwebs. You'll be amazed at the progress you can make in just a few days. We are definitely not a high-pressure course - we focus on development through your enjoyment.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
We will send you a packing list closer to the time, but you should plan to bring:
For musical activities: your flute, a music stand, a few pencils and some pieces that you have been working on (if you have any).
For afternoon activities: some strong shoes or walking boots for alpine walks, and swim wear if you would like to use the heated outdoor pool in Grand-Bornand. Word of warning to the boys – the French insist you wear speedos in their pools or they won’t let you in!
Towels are provided in the chalet.
For musical activities: your flute, a music stand, a few pencils and some pieces that you have been working on (if you have any).
For afternoon activities: some strong shoes or walking boots for alpine walks, and swim wear if you would like to use the heated outdoor pool in Grand-Bornand. Word of warning to the boys – the French insist you wear speedos in their pools or they won’t let you in!
Towels are provided in the chalet.
WHEN DO I HAVE TO PAY?
A deposit of £150 is payable upon booking to secure your place, by either bank transfer or credit/debit card, and the balance is due by bank transfer at least one calendar month before the course start date. This will be detailed in your welcome email.
DO YOU CATER FOR DIETARY REQUIREMENTS?
Don't worry - we are experienced in catering for many requirements. You can let us know about any dietary requirements when booking, and we'll be in touch if we have any questions.
IS THERE WIFI?
Yes!
DO I LAND IN THE FRENCH OR SWISS SECTOR AT GENEVA AIRPORT?
Only French internal flights will land on the French side of the airport – everyone else will land through the Swiss side and clear customs in Switzerland. Within the airport you can easily cross into the French sector, but only if you have a valid reason - such as a car hire booking or flight departure from the French side.
HOW DO THE TRANSFERS WORK?
We can arrange shared transfers on your behalf - if you are arriving on our recommended flights, we will arrange a shared transfer with others arriving for the course. The cost is is based on the number of guests sharing the transfer and can vary between 35EUR to 45EUR each way. To make the arrivals process simpler, we collect the transfer fee from you in advance of the course and pay the transfer company directly. We will contact you all nearer the date of the course to arrange transfers with you.
HOW EASY IS IT TO HIRE A CAR?
Car hire is available from both the Swiss and French sectors of the airport. The prices can vary so we suggest you look at both options - it is usually cheaper on the French side.
If you hire a car on the Swiss side, this usually includes a ‘vignette’, which is a tax disc permitting you to drive on Swiss motorways.
Cars from the French side do not include this, and to get one costs around £30. It is against the law to drive on Swiss motorways without a vignette (normal A-roads are OK), but if you cross the border at a motorway you will normally be made to purchase one by the border patrol.
You can avoid the Swiss motorways altogether by driving through the city of Geneva and crossing into France at Thonex-Gaillard. Once you cross the border into France, no vignette is required but motorways operate with tolls - card is the fastest way to pay for these
If you hire a car on the Swiss side, this usually includes a ‘vignette’, which is a tax disc permitting you to drive on Swiss motorways.
Cars from the French side do not include this, and to get one costs around £30. It is against the law to drive on Swiss motorways without a vignette (normal A-roads are OK), but if you cross the border at a motorway you will normally be made to purchase one by the border patrol.
You can avoid the Swiss motorways altogether by driving through the city of Geneva and crossing into France at Thonex-Gaillard. Once you cross the border into France, no vignette is required but motorways operate with tolls - card is the fastest way to pay for these
WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE?
The weather is mostly warm and sunny, so you should bring light clothing for hot days as well as sun-tan lotion as the sun is very powerful at this altitude. Being in the mountains however, the weather is very changeable but any bad weather is usually short-lived. Bring something warm and ideally waterproof just in case we get caught out!
ARE TOWELS PROVIDED?
Yes
DO YOU HAVE INSURANCE?
We hold public liability insurance to cover our music and education activities. This is not travel insurance – you should take out a suitable policy to cover you for any nonmusical activities and provide peace of mind in the event of any flight cancellation, trip abandonment or should the course be cancelled for any reason.
If you are an EU citizen, we recommend you carry a valid EHIC card.
If you are an EU citizen, we recommend you carry a valid EHIC card.
WHAT IS THE IMPACT OF BREXIT ON THE COURSE?
Find our latest guidance here.
DO YOU HAVE SAFEGUARDING CHECKS?
All of the team have PVG/DBS checks. We also have a safeguarding policy which is available on request.
WHAT ARE YOUR HEALTH & SAFETY ARRANGEMENTS?
We have a qualified first aider on the team, and we have a health & safety policy, robust risk assessments for all of our activities, and emergency procedures specific to the course chalet. We also hold information on the nearest doctors and pharmacies.
WHO ARE THE EMERGENCY CONTACTS FOR THE COURSE?
You will have 2 emergency contact numbers for the team in France during the course, which we will send to you prior to your departure. We will also ask you to complete an emergency contact sheet closer to the time, which the team will have access to at all times.
WHAT IS THE FULL ADDRESS OF THE COURSE CHALET?
Chalet Maigret/Clouseau, 42 Chemin du Lac, 74450 Le Grand-Bornand, France