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ADULT BEGINNER’S MAGIC™ Beginner group ski & snowboard lessons.
Go green! Our pros will get you out and about on the “easy” runs that will challenge you just enough! Our accelerated learning method and equipment will help you succeed - and to make things easier – our top pros will be teaching the lesson. Learn the basics of skiing or snowboarding from pros who practice a teaching method that promotes peak performance and confidence and educates you about the right equipment and mountain awareness. Give us three days and you’ll be hooked for life! We are so confident in this lesson - we created a package you can’t resist. PURCHASE NOW! Available at Snowmass and Buttermilk everyday for adults who are first time beginners or who are only comfortable on the beginner terrain. Beginner Levels (green terrain only levels 1 -3)
Includes: Lesson, Beginner Magic rental equipment, and a beginner area-lift ticket.
Times: Full day: 10:00am – 3:00pm
First Day! Where to pick up rental gear, meet your Pro and lesson start times:
Snowmass Skiers: Plan on loading the Elk Camp Gondola at 9am on your first day. At the top you will arrive at our Four Mountain Sports Beginner Magic rental shop and our beginner’s area called Elk Camp Meadows. You will be fitted with your Beginner Magic equipment, ready to meet your Pro at 9:45am and ready to start your lesson at 10am. Or if you arrive a day early, pick up your rental gear the afternoon before your first lesson at our Four Mountain Sports shop at the bottom of the Elk Camp Gondola. The morning of your lesson you should plan on loading the Elk Camp Gondola no later than 9:30am the day of your lesson, meet your Pro by 9:45am and ready to start your lesson at 10am.
Snowmass Snowboarders: Plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at the base of the Elk Camp Gondola by 9am the first morning to be fitted with your Beginner Magic equipment. You will then meet your Pro outside the rental shop on the Snowmass Base Village Plaza at 9:45am and ready to start your lesson at 10am. Or if you arrive a day early, pick up your rental gear the afternoon before your first lesson at Four Mountain Sports at the base of the Elk Camp Gondola. The morning of your lesson you should plan on arriving at the Snowboard meeting area in the Snowmass Base Village Plaza by 9:45am to meet your Pro and ready to start your lesson at 10am.
Buttermilk Skiers and Snowboarders: Plan on arriving by 9am at Four Mountain Sports conveniently located adjacent to the parking lot at the base of Buttermilk. You will be fitted with your Beginner Magic rental equipment and then head outside to meet your Pro at the base of the Summit Express chairlift at 9:45am. Your lesson will begin at 10am. Or if you arrive a day early, pick up your rental gear the afternoon before your first lesson at Buttermilk Four Mountain Sports. The morning of your lesson you should plan on arriving at the meeting area at the base of the Summit Express Lift by 9:45am to meet your Pro and ready to start your lesson at 10am.
After your first day of Beginner Magic lessons, plan to arriving at your lesson meeting area ready to go at 9:45am.
Helmets: Helmets are highly recommended for skiing and snowboarding. Helmets are also required for all participants, regardless of age, when participating in Terrain Park & Pipe lessons. While helmets may reduce the severity of a head injury, the best way to avoid accidents is to know and abide by the skier/rider responsibility code.
Helpful Hints: - Advanced Beginner and Intermediate skiers & snowboarders should take Adult Group Lessons. - If at all possible, get your lift tickets and rentals the night before. - Make sure you are hydrated before the lesson so that you can handle the elevation and exercise - Leave the cotton clothing at home. Dress in moisture wicking layers, even in the cold. - Bring sunscreen and lip protection - Don't forget money for Lunch - Don’t be afraid to ask questions! We are here for you!