You should try out the CERN Ski club: https://sites.google.com/site/cernskiclub/

Hey Amber. You first need to decide wether you want to ski or snowboard. Very different things. You will have no problem finding instructors in any ski resort, with or without appointment.

I would recomment starting with a professional instructor to get the basis right. I remember that the European Snowsport school based in Verbier offers free lessons in the first weekend of the season, that's always good to have.

Let me know if you have questions.

Thanks for the information!

There is the ski club international de Geneve for skiing. For snowboarding try mont snow boarding in Morzine (Tammy Esten>) closer and probably cheaper than Verbier. Check their website to see if they do beginners  

www.mintsnowboarding.com

Tammy's email

[email protected]

There are good reviews on glocals about her (do not snow board myself) and anyway she is a fun person

Late November should be already fine, but that depends on the year. 

and deifnitely check your insurance if it covers ski accidents. If you will be employed in CH that will be covered, in other case make sure you have appropriate coverage:)

see ya on the slopes;)

Ah hah, I have just written a blog article on this topic! 

Focused towards those wanting to learn or progress their skiing / snowboarding this winter in the Portes du Soleil area (Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets & Chatel). It contains info on ski / snowboard schools, short stay accommodation and travel from Geneva to the area. Check it out and hope its of help: Geneva Ski / Snowboard Info

Heres to lots of snow this winter!

Ohh and also thanks to Paul Everett for the mention above! Tammy