About

Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Experiences in Patagonia & Canada

Lux Snowboard and Yoga Retreat is the ultimate adventure retreat for our outdoor and sports enthusiasts. We carefully balance your high-intensity activities with plenty of downtime for recovery, good conversation, indulgent massage treatment, and warm cocoa. Cabin fever? No way! You have complete control to extend your time on the slopes if you’d like, and we leave the schedule flexible to explore the town, don’t worry.

A carefully curated trip, we believe in the power of one-on-one guidance, coupled with positive group dynamics, to foster long-lasting relationships and definitive improvement in your skiing or snowboarding backcountry skills. This is for all the women who’d like to experience backcountry skiing in Patagonia, guided by locals.

Our mission

Our mission is to empower women who are ready to conquer their fears in the backcountry and grow through guided breathwork and yoga in the stunning scenery of Patagonia.

To provide a space, through a uniquely curated mountain experience for women who like to challenge themselves mentally and physically in the mountains while grounding the yang through yoga and guided breathwork.

To connect like-minded women across the globe in one week full of snowboarding, yoga, and breathwork where they can push their limits, challenge themselves, and experience growth alongside other strong women.

Alenka Mali

The founder of LUX, Alenka Mali is a professional snowboarder and BASE jumper, based in Squamish BC. For the past few years, she has traveled the world competing on the FWT Qualifier series and chasing powder in the backcountry. Growing up between Patagonia and the European Alps, she has snowboarded in many beautiful places. She was always inspired by her mother who was a great alpinist and she realized one simple thing. Empowered women, empower women. @alenkaamali

 

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Klemen Mali

IFMGA and ACMG guide @Klemen Mali

Originally from Slovenia, Klemen grew up climbing Kamnik Alps. Now climbing mountains every day, working in Bella Coola Heli Sports in the winters, and establishing new climbing routes in the summers. He is based in Squamish BC.

 

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The pictures on this website are a collective of Jimmy Martinelo Photography, Big Air Factory, and Alenka Mali Photography.

REVIEWS FROM OUR CLIENTS

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Maude L.

5***** “I went to Argentina with LUX in August 2024, and it was the most incredible experience. What made it so special was our fierce group of women & how Alenka brought us into her world and family. Backcountry skiing/splitboarding in remote areas, where everyone feels welcome and in the right environment to push yourself while feeling supported.”

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Katia M.

5*****  “I booked this trip on a whim and it was an experience of a life time! I met an amazing group of women from all walks of life, all sharing a passion for backcountry skiing. We pushed ourselves, we saw breath taking nature and enjoyed some wonderful skiing. I felt very safe the whole time with our knowledgeable guides. I highly recommend taking this trip it will change your life! I will for sure to it again! Alenka and her team are the best!”

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Sarah S.-J.

5*****  “Lux was a once in a lifetime experience, I don’t think there is anything else out there quite like it. I highly recommend and would definitely sign up again. I did the Argentina trip in 2024. The environment was very welcoming, whether you go with a friend or solo, and no matter your experience level. I am a fairly experienced splitboarder, and I learned so much, met so many new wonderful adventure friends, and every day was better than the last. Each day was a different beautiful area with a different skiing experience. Tremendous thanks to Alenka and our guide Klemen, they made the experience unforgettable.”

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Marie L. C.

5***** “I went to Argentina with Lux Snow in 2024, and I absolutely loved my experience. We saw breathtaking landscapes, and the skiing was incredible. The group trip with all women in the context of a sport was an experience I highly recommend. I met strong, inspiring women along the way. A huge thank you to Alenka and Klemen for this amazing experience and for your guidance throughout. I highly recommend this company for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure! :-)”

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