Child & Teen Group Lessons
Child Group Lessons for skiing and snowboarding are available at all four mountains depending on the level.
Regardless of your child or teen's skiing or riding ability, we have a lesson geared for them. From easy groomers to terrain park tricks to mastering glades and steeps, these lessons will give your child the chance to express themselves. Our dedicated Pros know how to connect with all ages, mixing instruction and skills development with on-mountain exploration and creative expression. Beginner and young-child lessons are hosted at Snowmass and Buttermilk.
Secure space now so you can level up this winter and save up to 10% when you lock in your group lessons seven days ahead of time, all season long.
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.
Full or Half Day Options
Available for mornings, afternoons, or all day. Skiing only, no snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Buttermilk and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, childcare, lift ticket, equipment (including required helmet), lunch, and snacks.
Max 5 Group Lesson Ages 3 & 4
This safe, fun program is staffed with experienced professionals specializing in early childhood education as well as ski instruction. Children have their own private learning area right outside of the Treehouse at Snowmass or The Hideout at Buttermilk. When indoors, your child will enjoy age-specific rooms and a low child-to-Pro ratio. Children must be potty trained and ready to spend most of their day outside.
Full or Half Day Options
Available for mornings, afternoons, or all day. Skiing only, no snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Buttermilk and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson, childcare, 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.
Full Day Lessons
Available for skiing only.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass (ski only).
Included in the Package
Lesson, lift ticket, and lunch.
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. Your child will gain a solid understanding of the safety aspects involved with snow sports as our Pros incorporate the Skier Responsibility Code in every lesson.
Full Day Lessons
Full day lessons available for skiing as well as snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Available at Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass.
Included in the Package
Lesson and lunch.
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 program. 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 may choose to compete with new friends at school race day and NASTAR.
Full Day Lessons
Available for skiing as well as snowboarding.
Choose Your Mountain
Skiing and snowboarding lessons available at Buttermilk and Snowmass. Skiing only at Aspen Highlands.
Included in the Package
Lesson. Rentals and lift tickets must be purchased separately.
Aspen Highlands Program Ages 7 to 14
Aspen Highlands Program Ages 7 to 14
A modern children 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 our mountains. Themes include balance training, edging skills, mountain safety, bumps, racing, freestyle, and more.
