We do not recommend full-day lessons for 4-year-olds or first time skiers. Please contact us at kids@sunlightmtn.com.
At Sunlight Mountain, we are dedicated to helping kids not just learn the sport, but truly love it. That’s why our Kids’ Ski & Ride School offers some of the lowest student-to-instructor ratios in the country, ensuring that your kids get the personalized attention they need to succeed. With several lesson options available, we make sure every young skier and rider has a fun, engaging, and supportive experience on the slopes. Our youth ski lessons are designed to build confidence, develop strong skills, and make learning enjoyable for every kiddo.
Our program offers numerous options, so if you have any questions, please reach out to us at kids@sunlightmtn.com before making your reservation to ensure you book the correct lesson. From half-day group lessons to private sessions, our youth ski lessons give kids the best start on the mountain.
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 availability.
We do not provide group lessons for snowboarders under 7-years-old. Questions? Please email us at kids@sunlightmtn.com.
Half-Day (2-Hour) Group Ski Lessons Price: $199.00
Includes: Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental Equipment
Ages: 4- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Never-Ever to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
Full-Day (4-Hour) Group Ski Lessons Price: $259.00
Includes: Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental Equipment
Ages: 5- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Novice to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
We do not recommend full-day lessons for 4-year-olds or first time skiers. Please contact 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.
Learn-to-Shine Half Day Lesson Price: $499.00
Includes: 3 Lessons, Lift Tickets, and Rental Equipment
Ages: 4- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Never-Ever to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
Learn-to-Shine Full Day Lesson Price: $699.00
Includes: 3 Lessons, Lift Tickets, and Rental Equipment
Add-on lunch at time of purchase for $10/day ($30 total)
Ages: 5- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Novice to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
Lessons are not guaranteed until you have reserved them online or through us directly. Lessons must be booked prior to arrival.
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.
1-hour Private Lesson Price: $199.00
For all 3-year-old lessons and first-time snowboard lessons, we begin with a one-hour session and check-in to see how they’re doing. Many times, they are ready to finish after that first hour; but, if they’re still going strong, we’ll continue for a second hour and adjust pricing at that time.
Includes: Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental Equipment
Ages: 3- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Never-Ever to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
2-Hour Private Lesson Price: $299.00
Includes: Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental Equipment
Ages: 3- to 6-years-old
Skill-Level: Never-Ever to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
Semi-Private lessons are avilable, please inquire. Students must be part of the same family/group.
Our Sunny Sessions club is a fantastic opportunity to introduce your child to skiing or continue building their skills and confidence on the slopes!
Ages: 3- to 12-years-old
Skill-Level: Never-Ever to Advanced
Start Times: 9:30am or 12:30pm
Please arrive 30 – 45 minutes before your lesson start time
For your ski lesson, dress in layers to stay warm, dry, and comfortable. Start with a moisture-wicking base layer, add an insulating middle layer like fleece, and finish with a waterproof, breathable jacket and snow pants. Don’t forget essentials like gloves, a hat or helmet, goggles or sunglasses, and a single pair of wool or synthetic socks. Adjust layers as needed for warmth, and remember that protecting your hands, head, and eyes is just as important as staying dry.
Check-in locations:
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).
We recommend lessons for just about everyone! Whether you’ve never skied or boarded before, are a beginner who wants to continue advancing, or high-level skiers and riders looking to sharpen their skills on more advanced terrain, there is always more to learn!
We do offer private lessons, but on a very limited basis. To check availability and request a private group lesson, please contact the ski school appropriate for your age group at lessons@sunlightmtn.com (for ages 7 and older) and kids@sunlightmtn.com (for kids 3-6).
Please note that private lessons are not offered at peak season times, such as the Holiday Break, MLK and Presidents’ Day weekends, and Spring Break. Private lessons are not available to purchase online.
All of our lessons sold through our Kids’ Ski & Ride School (Ages 3 – 6) include rental equipment and a complimentary lift ticket for the day of the lesson.
All of our lessons sold online through any of our packages include rental equipment and lift tickets as well. If you do not need to purchase a lift ticket or rental, please contact us at lessons@sunlightmtn.com. Please keep in mind that a valid lift ticket is required to attend a lesson at the Sunlight Ski & Ride School.
Lessons are 2 hours, but you can upgrade to a full-day (4 hours) lesson in-person on the day of your lesson.
We offer lessons for anyone 3 and older.
Please make sure to arrive and check-in for your lessons 30-45 minutes before the start of your lesson to ensure that you have adequate time to get your rentals, put your belongings in your car or rent a locker, and make it to the lesson on time. We recommend arriving about an hour before your lesson during our peak season times (Holiday Break, MLK and Presidents’ Day weekends, and Spring Break).
Whether you’re a teen or an adult, skiing or snowboarding is an exciting way to enjoy winter! We’re here to make these sports fun for everyone, from first-timers to those looking to sharpen their skills. No matter your experience level, we have the perfect lesson to help you reach your goals.
Whether you’re a teen or an adult, skiing or snowboarding is an exciting way to enjoy winter! We’re here to make these sports fun for everyone, from first-timers to those looking to sharpen their skills. No matter your experience level, we have the perfect lesson to help you reach your goals.
