Lessons

Our group ski lessons pair your child with other kids of the same ability level and get your child shredding the slopes in no time! Our lessons focus on teaching kids how to use their equipment, effectively slide, stop, and turn, and use the lifts safely.
Lesson Restrictions: We do not provide group lessons for 3-year-olds, only private lessons. Never-evers and 4-year-olds are not able to pre-purchase Full-Day Lessons. They may be able to upgrade to a Full-Day lesson, but only with their Instructor's recommendation and pending availabililty. We do not provide group lessons for snowboarders under 7-years-old. Questions? Please email us at kids@sunlightmtn.com.

With the Learn-to-Shine package, your child can enjoy three ski lessons, half-day or full-day, and you have the flexibility to chose the days of the lessons. Take all three in a row, in a week, or throughout the season! The only requirement is that all lessons must be booked ahead of time to ensure availability.
Lesson Restrictions: Never-evers and 4-year-olds are not able to pre-purchase Full-Day Lessons. They may be able to upgrade to a Full-Day lesson, but only with their Instructor's recommendation and pending availabililty. We do not provide group lessons for snowboarders under 7-years-old. Questions? Please email us at kids@sunlightmtn.com.

Private lessons provide your little ones with individualized instruction and a safe and fun environment to build their skills on the slopes. For our 3-year-old skiers and 5- to 6-year-old snowboarders, we only offer private lessons due to the attention those lessons require. Private lessons are offered on a very limited basis, so please contact us at kids@sunlightmtn.com for availability and more information.

Lesson Restrictions: Group lessons are not available for 3-year-olds. But, we do offer a Multi-Week program for our 3-year-olds! Snowboard lessons are not available for 3- or 4-year-olds.

Our Sunny Sessions club is a fantastic opportuntity to introduce your child to skiing or continue building their skills and confidence on the slopes! Each Club Program is age-specific, so please visit our Sunny Sessions Club page to learn more, or email us at kids@sunlightmtn.com. 

All lesson times listed in our online store are the official start times of the lessons. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before your lesson to check in. If you need to pick up rentals or rent a locker, plan to arrive at least 45 minutes early to give yourself plenty of time to get ready (especially during Christmas and Spring Break).

Check-in locations:

Ages 7 and older: Check in at the Lesson Window, located at the top of the main stairs from the parking lot. Please be sure to check in so we can add you to the class roster.

Ages 6 and younger: Check in at the Kids’ Ski & Ride School, located down the stairs between the Yurt and the Rental Shop. Not sure where that is? Stop by the Lesson Window and we’ll point you in the right direction!

Walk-ups and late arrivals:
We’ll do our best to accommodate walk-up guests and late arrivals, but space is not guaranteed.

Selecting your child's ability level is key to placing you in the right group and ensuring the best learning experience. Use the descriptions below as a guide—we’ll also do a quick on-snow assessment at the start of your child's lesson to confirm their placement and make any needed adjustments. If you’re unsure which level fits best, please reach out—we’re happy to help!

Never-Evers: You child has never skied before. Lessons start with equipment basics, learning to slide, and mastering how to stop.

Novice: Your child can stop and control their speed, building confidence on green runs. They have skiied 1 to 3 times and have ridden the lift.

Intermediate: You child is comfortable on most green runs, is turning smoothly, and is ready to advance! They have skied 4 to 6 times and has ridden the Primo chair lift.

Advanced-Intermediate: Your child is linking turns, starting to ski parallel, and is very comfortable on the lifts. They have skied 7 or more times and is starting to explore more of the mountain!

Advanced: Your child is confidently making parallel turns and is comfortable on blue runs. They are very comfortable on the lift and in variable terrain!

Still not sure where you child fits? Please reach out to us at kids@sunlightmtn.com; we'd love to talk through where your child is to make sure they're in the right lesson. We'll also talk with you before your lesson and do a brief on-snow assessment to make sure they're placed in the class where you'll progress most effectively.

Interested in an adaptive lesson? Please contact us at lessons@sunlightmtn.com so we can arrange a program tailored to your needs. Reaching out ahead of time helps us prepare everything your child needs for the best possible experience on the snow.

Our Learn-to-Shine and Pick 3 lesson packages are the perfect way to enjoy multiple days of lessons at a discounted price. These packages are sold online as lesson passes. Once you purchase a pass, you can log in to your Sunlight Online Account and reserve your specific lesson days.

Important: Purchasing a pass does not automatically reserve your lessons. You must select your lesson dates in advance to guarentee a spot.

How to Redeem Your Learn-to-Shine or Pick3 Lessons

1. Purchase your Learn-to-Shine or Pick 3 Pass Online
   • Be sure to select the correct pass. The Learn-to-Shine pass is designed for Never-Ever and Novice students only; higher level lessons cannot be reserved with this pass.
     • This restriction does not apply for the Learn-to-Shine pass for kids 6 and under. All levels can be reserved for this age group.
   • Be sure to select the correct discipline (ski or snowboard). If you need to change later, contact us directly and we can update it for you.
   • If you are booking for someone else (e.g. your child), make sure the pass is purchased under their name.
2. After completing your pass purchase, return to the Online Store and log in to the account you used (or created) when purchasing your pass.
3. Go to the "Member Benefits" tab at the top of the store.
   • Here, you can reserve your lessons and check how many you have remaining.
4. Select your desired lesson dates and follow the checkout instructions to confirm each reservationn.
5. Bring your confirmation email with you when you check in for your lessons.
6. Once logged in, access the Member Benefits tab to reserve your Lessons. Here, you can also see how many lessons you have remaining.
7. To reserve, select your desired item and follow the checkout instructions.

We are more than happy to help you reserve your lessons by email! Reach out to us at kids@sunlightmtn.com.

Accessibility is at the heart of our mission. We firmly believe that the thrill of skiing and snowboarding should be for everyone, regardless of physical, cognitive, or learning challenges. That's why we proudly offer adaptive lessons, catering to individuals of all abilities.

Our dedicated team of instructors is trained to provide tailored support, ensuring that each learner can experience the pure joy of gliding down the slopes. We're passionate about breaking down barriers and opening up the snowy wonderland to everyone. Come join us, and let's create unforgettable mountain moments that redefine the meaning of inclusivity and adventure.

For inquiries about our Adaptive Lessons, please reach out to lessons@sunlightmtn.com.

Reservations can be refunded or rebooked* if requested 48 hours or more before your lesson day. Cancellation requests made with less than 48 hours' notice are non-refundable but may be rebooked within the current season*.

Changes to your lesson reservation cannot be made on the day of your scheduled arrival and will result in the forfeiture of the product. This includes no-shows and late arrivals.

Multi-week Club lessons are non-refundable. Each student is allowed one make-up lesson, which must be rescheduled* for another Club Day with at least 48 hours' notice. 

*Rebooked lessons are subject to availability and can only be rescheduled once. Any further changes will result in the forfeiture of the product.

Please email the appropriate Ski & Ride School at lessons@sunlightmtn.com (for ages 7 and older) or kids@sunlightmtn.com (for ages 3 – 6).