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LESSONS FOR AGES 3-6

Welcome to Sunny Kids Ski & Ride School

Ski & Snowboard Lessons for Kids Aged 3 through 6-Years-Old

We offer some of the LOWEST student to instructor ratios in the country!

We are now closed for the 2023/24 season. Thank you very much and look for us this next season!

At Sunlight, we want kids to grow up not just learning the sport, but loving the sport! Sunny Kids Ski & Ride School offers several lesson options for 3- to 6-year olds.

For 3-year-olds: We offer private or semi-private one hour ski lessons.

For 4-6-year olds: We offer group, private, or semi-private ski lessons.

For 5-6 year olds: In addition to the options above, we also offer private only snowboard lessons. 

Multi-week locals programs: If you would like information follow the link here.


Do you have kids aged 7 and older?
Click here for our lesson options for the older ones.

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Group Lessons Ages 4-6

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Our 2-hour group lessons for kids aged 4- to 6-years-old pairs your child with other kids of their same ability level. Our full and half day group lessons include your lift ticket for the day, rentals, and a helmet.

Half Day: 

  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Morning half day lessons start at 9:30 am
  • Afternoon half day lessons start at 12:30pm
  • Check-in is 45 minute before the start of your lesson

Full Day: 

  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson starts at 9:30am
  • Add lunch 
  • Check-in at 8:45am.

To reserve your lesson, please email us at Kids@SunlightMTN.com

Lesson Packages

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Three Lessons - You Choose the Days!

With the Sunny Pick 3 you enjoy three ski lessons, either two-hour or four-hour, and you have the flexibility to choose the days of your lessons. Take all three in a row, one a week, or whatever fits your busy schedule. The only requirement is to make sure that you schedule ALL of the lessons ahead of time to ensure availability.

Please note that this package is only available for ski lessons. For more information about snowboard lessons for your 5 or 6-year-old, please read below or contact us. 

Three Two-Hour Lessons: 

  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Morning two-hour lessons start at 9:30 am
  • Afternoon two-hour lessons start at 12:30pm
  • Check in 45 minutes before the start of your lesson

Three Four-Hour Lessons: 

  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson starts at 9:30am
  • Add lunch 
  • Check in 45 minutes before the start of your lesson

To reserve, please email us at Kids@SunlightMTN.com

Private Lessons

3-Year-Old Private Lessons

For our youngest skiers aged three years old, we offer a 1-hour private one-on-one ski instruction, or a 1-hour semi-private instruction with two children and one instructor.

Due to the strenuous nature of the sport, upgrades to a 2hr private are possible on a case by case basis.

Group lessons are not available for three-year-olds. Reservations are required. 

To reserve your lesson, please email us at Kids@SunlightMTN.com

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Rates: (coming for the 2024/25 season)

One Hour: 

  • Only available for children aged three years old
  • Private instruction for one student to one instructor
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet

Two Hour Semi-Privage: 

  • Available for children aged three thru six years old
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Private instruction for one student to one instructor.

4-6 Year Old Private Lessons

Introduce your little ones to the magic of skiing with our private lessons designed exclusively for 4-6 year olds. Our patient and caring instructors create a fun and supportive environment where your child can take their first steps on the snow. 

Space is extremely limited and there are black-out dates around holidays. For questions or to make a reservation, please email us at kids@sunlightMTN.com

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Rates: (Coming for the 2024/25 season)

Half Day Private: 

  • Private instruction for one student to one instructor
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson times are 9:30am or 12:30pm
  • Please check in 45 minutes before your lesson

Half Day Semi-Private: 

  • Semi-Private Lessons are two children to 1 instructor
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson times are 9:30am to 12:30pm
  • Please check in 45 minutes before your lesson

To reserve your lesson, please email us at Kids@SunlightMTN.com

Private Snowboard Lessons: Ages 5 & 6

Elevate your 5-6-year-old's snowboarding skills with our private lessons. Whether your little one is a budding beginner or ready to tackle more advanced challenges, our tailored one-on-one instruction provides the personalized guidance they need to hit the slopes with confidence and style.

Please note that snowboard lessons are not offered for kiddos under the age of 5.

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Rates: (Coming for the 2024/25 season)

One Hour Private: 

  • Private instruction for one student to one instructor
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson times are 9:30am or 12:30pm
  • Please check in 45 minutes before your lesson

Half Day Private: 

  • Two-Hour private snowboard lesson
  • Includes lift ticket, rentals, and helmet
  • Lesson times are 9:30am to 12:30pm
  • Please check in 45 minutes before your lesson

To reserve your lesson, please email us at Kids@SunlightMTN.com

What to Wear

Not sure what to expect for your first day on the slopes? Read these tips on how to dress for skiing and snowboarding. 

How to Dress

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Cancellation Policy

This policy only applies to Sunlight Children's Ski/Ride School (insurance is not available). A 90 percent refund will be issued if notice of cancellation is given prior to the start of the lesson. For multi-day lessons, only one make-up lesson will be offered if there are missed lessons throughout the entire session. To qualify for a make-up lesson, advanced notice must be given prior to any missed lessons. Make-up scheduling is subject to availability. 

Stay Connected to Sunlight

Sunlight

Sunlight Mountain Resort
10901 County Road 117
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
800.445.7931 or 970.945.7491

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Sunlight Mountain Resort operates with a special use permit from the USDA Forest Service, White River National Forest. Sunlight Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.

First Aid Number: 970-947-5149 
(only active during winter and normal business hours 9am-4pm)