PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Madonna, 58, shows youngest children Mercy and David how to take the slopes of Switzerland in style as they enjoy festive family holiday with older siblings Rocco and Lourdes

By Becky Freeth for MailOnline

Published: 08:33 EST, 30 December 2016 | Updated: 20:04 EST, 30 December 2016

She's brought all four of her children together for their first winter break together in years.

And matriarch Madonna made her kids proud on Thursday, as she took to the Verbier in the Swiss Alps to show them how to ski like professionals.

Joined on the snow by son David, 11, and daughter Mercy, 10, the 58-year-old got the chance to show off her skiing prowess as she begins her first, fun-filled break with teenager Rocco, 16, since their fierce mother-son feud.

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In style: Madonna, 58, was first down the slopes on Thursday as she reunites with all four of her children in Switzerland for their first family break since her feud with Rocco

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Madoona looked cozy and chic while skiing in Switzerland with her family during the Holiday break.

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Ski bunny Madonna, dressed from top to toe in black ski gear, was recognisable only from the slip of exposed skin where her eye goggles should have been.

Like her children, she steadied herself with a pole in each hand, seeming to hurtle on down the mountain, ahead of her off-spring.

Though impressively upright all the way down, David and Mercy pulled faces as if to suggest that it was their first time on the snow. 

All the gear... Mercy (left) and David Banda (right) were kitted out perfectly for the occasion, with ski poles in hand

Group activity: The children were sensibly surrounded by experts and aides to help them learn

Big trip: Madonna has been beaming from ear-to-ear throughout

Both originally adopted from Malawi, the pair had been kitted out perfectly in snow sports garbs, with Mercy dressed top-to-toe in camouflage and David looking ever-so cool in plaid.

Their elder siblings Rocco, 16, - who is Madonna's son by first husband Guy Ritchie - and Lourdes Leon, 20, - whose father is Carolos Leon - were not spotted that afternoon, but have been invited along to spend the first family break as a foursome for a number of years.

In May, Madonna made big plans for a summer break that would reunite her brood and help Rocco to bond with his youngest siblings, as well as big sister Lourdes.

In celebration of her 58th birthday, the fivesome joined her Cuba for a glorious spot of sun.  

The Swiss Family Robinson! Madonna and her children Lourdes, Rocco, David and Mercy have been joined on their festive ski trip by family friend David Blaine

Happy family: The pop queen previously posted a picture of herself on a chairlift with daughter Mercy, 10, and David, 11

Altogether now: The trip was originally planned as a perfect excuse to reunite Madonna's four children

On the slopes: It was the perfect, bright day for a day out on the ski slopes

And as a tribute to how much it meant to Madonna to have her children together, an insider told The Mirror: 'This is a big summer for them – the chance they’ve been looking for to get things back on track. 

'It’s part of the compromise they’ve reached – and a chance for Rocco to see his brother and sisters, as they all miss each other a lot.

'If this works well, it could become part of long-term arrangements to see plenty of each other.' 

Following a number of false starts, it wasn't until September that Madonna and Rocco's father Guy reached a permanent custody settlement for him.

Leader of the pack; She seemed to sail down the slopes without a worry, proving her skiing prowess

Like a walk in the walk: At all times, an aide or an expert followed the high profile musician down at pace

Who's that girl? She was only recognisable from a slip of skin where her eye mask should have been

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Madoona looked cozy and chic while skiing in Switzerland with her family during the Holiday break.

The busy mom-of-four looked stylish as usual even wrapped up in ski pants, a helmet and googles. She topped it all off with a Moncler Grenoble jacket that was previously spotted on Yolanda Hadid.

The down filled quilted number is made for snowy conditions so it's just right for a ski vacation, and the belted waist will flatter your figure whether you're hitting the slopes or the streets.

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The couple, who have similarly repaired their bond for the sake of their child, agreed in an out of court settlement to let Rocco stay with his father in London with regular visitation from Madonna. 

The festive trip is a significant one for Madonna and Rocco's relationship as she has chosen to invite family friend David Blaine, who is said to have originally helped the duo repair their bond.

Revealing his attendance, the singer shared a jovial group snap, which included the famous magician, on her Instagram from the top of a mountain, on Thursday.

The illusionist - famed for his stoney-faced appearance - even cracked a smile as he joined in the picture with the Queen of Pop and her brood.  

Blaine, 43, reportedly acted as an intermediary for Madonna, Rocco and Guy during the former couple's high profile custody battle earlier this year.

A source told the Daily Mirror back in April: 'Madonna and David have been friends for a long time and she’s reached out to him to speak to Rocco who thinks David is really cool.

The face of a novice? Mercy played up to the cameras, skiing down with her mouth wide open

Having fun: It looked like the ultimate fun-packed holiday for a 10-year-old

Playful: She pretended to twist and turn as if to fall over, but kept her balance superbly

'David helped Rocco with work experience a few years ago so Rocco looks up to him. She hopes he can leave a good impression. She’s doing everything she can to win Rocco back.'

With the family situation now resolved, Rocco and Madonna couldn't have looked happier as they smiled for the snap.

Stood to Rocco's left was a relaxed looking Blaine, who wore a pair of shades and a black jumper in the winter sunshine. 

The pop queen previously posted a picture of her 'ski bunnies' Mercy and David as she sat beside them on a chair lift. 

Watch and learn: David seemed relaxed out on the slopes, with his goggles rested on his head

There's snow holiday like a snow holiday: Mercy was dressed appropriately in top-to-toe camouflage

Having a ball: The clan enjoyed a giggle together as one member of their gang slipped on the snow

Following in her mother's footsteps: Lourdes showed off her striking beauty and resemblance to her mother in her youth as she removed her helmet after the busy day skiing

Homeward bound: Madonna and her family were then seen piling into cars as they returned to their accommodation to rest

Earlier in the Christmas week, young David and teenager Rocco were seen featured in another photograph - this time with father Guy.

The image was from the family Christmas card that Guy was sending out this year with his new wife Jacqui, and featured his son - whom he adopted with Madonna when they were married - with his other siblings.

Bringing their two families together this festive season, Guy and Jacqui's sweet Christmas card snap showcased their truly modern family as the acclaimed director and his two kids - Rocco and David - from his marriage with Madonna can be seen happily smiling alongside their half brothers and sisters Rafael, Rivka and Levi.

Captioning the sweet pic of the Christmas card which read 'May your days be merry and bright', 34-year-old Jacqui wrote: 'Happy everything, everyone'. 

Feeling festive: Earlier in the Christmas week, David and Rocco were seen in another photograph - this time with their father Guy and his new wife Jacqui, along with their young children Rafael, Rivka and Levi

 

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