Child & Teen Group Lessons
Our Pros are kids at heart, sharing a love for winter with every turn. From first snowplow to first cliff drop, our group ski lessons for kids run at Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass, for every age and ability. Starting at $279.
Advance Savings: Rental
Lock in your rentals early and save. Book 30+ days in advance for up to 20% off , or 7+ days ahead for up to 10% off.
First Time Package
Everything for your child's first time skiing, in one purchase. Lift ticket, lesson, and rental - bundled so there is nothing left to piece together. Starting at $348 when booked in advance.
Lessons + Lift Ticket Bundle
Book a kids group lesson (ages 7-17) and get a discounted $86 lift ticket.
At Aspen Snowmass, ski school is where confidence — and a lifelong love of winter — get built, one run at a time. From first turns on gentle groomers to park skills, glades, and steeps, every lesson blends expert instruction mountain adventure and creative expression. Our Pros know how to connect with kids of all ages, creating a fun, supportive environment in a small group setting.
Beginner and age 4-and-under lessons are available at Snowmass and Buttermilk.
Kids ages 7–17 receive a discounted $86 lift ticket with the purchase of a Max 5 Group Lesson — and kids 6 and under always ski free. Book seven days in advance to get the best price and secure your dates.
Save on Lift Tickets with Group Lessons
Save when you book a child and teen group max 5 group lesson. Receive a discounted $86 lift ticket with the purchase of a kids group lesson, ages 7-17. Kids 6 and under always ski free.
Ages 2.5 to 3 Year Old Program
This safe, fun, and nurturing program is staffed with experienced professionals specializing in early childhood education as well as ski instruction. The youngsters have their own private learning area right outside of the Treehouse at Snowmass or The Hideout at Buttermilk and will participate in a one hour ski experience each morning. When indoors, your child will enjoy age-specific rooms and a low child-to-Pro ratio. Lift tickets for kids 6 and under are included at no extra cost.
A Full Day Experience
Full-day programming available for skiing only, no snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Buttermilk and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, child care, lift ticket, equipment (including required helmet), lunch, and snacks.
Max 5 Group Lesson Ages 3 & 4
Led by Pros trained in both early-childhood education and ski instruction, this full day is built around fundamentals and fun in equal measure. Children must be potty trained and ready to spend most of their day outside. Lift tickets for kids 6 and under are included at no extra cost.
Full Day Lessons
Full-day lessons available for skiing only, no snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Buttermilk and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, child care, lift ticket, lunch, and snacks.
Max 5 Group Lesson Ages 5 & 6
Our 5- and 6-year-old program is designed for little rippers that are on skis or snowboards for the first time as well as for those who have been shredding it up their entire short lives. It's all about small-group fun and safety on the slopes for this energetic group. Lift tickets for kids 6 and under are included at no extra cost.
Full Day Lessons
Available for skiing and snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Aspen Highlands (ski only—blue zone or higher), Buttermilk, and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, lift ticket, lunch and snacks.
Max 5 Group Lesson Ages 7 to 12
Our experienced Pros share their wealth of knowledge and instill an appreciation for the mountain environment. Kids will enjoy perfecting their skills while developing a love for the sport. Beginners to experts learn in a supportive and fun environment while developing confidence and life skills. Kids receive a discounted $86 lift ticket with their lesson.
Full Day Lessons
Available for skiing and snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Aspen Highlands (ski only—blue zone or higher), Buttermilk, and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, lunch, snacks and a discounted lift ticket with lesson purchase.
Max 5 Group Lessons Ages 13 to 17
Coaching happens and skills develop—but half the time they won’t even know it’s happening because they are having so much fun! This small-group program is structured to accommodate the personalities of the individuals within the group. Based on conditions and group ability levels, daily lessons can include learning the basics, cruising the groomers to coaching for pipe & park, big mountain, bumps, carving, racing, and freestyle. Teens receive a discounted $86 lift ticket with their lesson.
Full Day Lessons
Available for skiing and snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Aspen Highlands (ski only), Buttermilk, and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson and a discounted lift ticket with lesson purchase. Please bring lunch or money to buy lunch.
Aspen Highlands Program Ages 7 to 14
Aspen Highlands Program Ages 7 to 14
A multi-week child and teen skiing program aimed at developing great all-around skiers through a focus on strong fundamental skills and exposure to many aspects of the sport. Each week will focus on a new theme around skill building on Aspen Highlands. Themes include balance training, edging skills, mountain safety, bumps, racing, freestyle, and more. This program is for level 5 and above skiers only.
Child and Teen Group Lesson FAQs
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Other Lesson Options, Child Care, and FAQs
Adult Group Lessons
Group lessons for every level across all four mountains—built to match your pace, whether you're finding your first turns or refining your best ones.
Private Lessons
Personalized instruction built around your pace, your goals, and the terrain you want to chase. Your day, your line, your Pro.
