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Best in Overall Safety

Beaver Creek is the recipient of the National Ski Area Association’s Best Overall Safety Award, and has been recognized over and over for safety efforts. Beaver Creek promotes safety through on-mountain activities, community outreach, employee education and endorsement.

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Children's Ski and Snowboard School

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Beaver Creek Children's Ski School instructors have the patience and the personality to get your kids on the slopes and keep them smiling. All of our programs are divided by age and ability level to insure an incredible learning experience. Your child will experience the thrill of the slopes, learning core values to start a lifelong passion for mountain sports.

Children are grouped by ability (beginner, intermediate, advanced) and by age (3-6 Alpine, 7-14 Alpine / Snowboard, Teens 15+ Alpine / Snowboard)

Location: Gerald R. Ford Hall, between the Park Hyatt and McCoy's Cafe
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Registration begins at 8:30am)
Phone: (970) 754-5464


2012/2013 PRICING (2013/2014 pricing will be published in the fall)


Ultimate 4: Children’s Group Lesson

The small group sizes - no more than 4 - will provide students more individualized feedback and more one-on-one time with our Pros. The day is a little longer and will get kids on the hill earlier for first access to the powder, fresh groomers, or beginner carpets.
*This premium class lesson product has limited availability and online registration is required.

• Ages 3-14 (Alpine) / Ages 5-14 (Snowboard) 
• Includes lunch for 3-14 year olds
• Maximum of 4 students per class 

Full Day Lesson (8:45am - 3:30pm)                     $305
Full Day Lesson/Lift Ticket (8:45am - 3:30pm)    $325
** Please check-in at Ski School before 8:45AM to secure your spot


Group Children's Full-Day Lesson (Ages 3-14)

A day of lessons, lift access, and a healthy kid-friendly lunch. The day starts indoors with educational pre-ski activities. Registration begins at 8:30am.

Age 3-14 Full Day Lesson/Lunch                         $180
Age 3-14 Full Day Lesson/Lift Ticket/Lunch   $206


Group Children's Half-Day Lesson (Ages 3-6)

A half-day lesson and lift access, designed for children ages 3-6 who can not stop. Program is based on availability and must be purchased at the Childrens Ski & Snowboard School

Age 3-6 Morning Half Day Lesson*                                     $110


Ski Girls Rock!

Ski Girls Rock, a program inspired by Olympic and World Alpine Champion Lindsey Vonn, expands to Beaver Creek this year providing girls from ages 7 to 14 with female instructors who will focus on improving skiing skills and empowering girls through the sport and creating opportunities to bond and build confidence along with developing teamwork and social skills.

The program takes place Dec. 23, 2012 - Jan. 5, 2013; Feb. 16-22, 2013; and March 10-31, 2013. 
*This premium class lesson product has limited availability and online registration is required.

• Ages 7-14 (Alpine)
• Maximum of 4 girls per class 

Full Day Lesson (9:00am - 3:45pm)                     $320
Full Day Lesson/Lift Ticket (9:00am - 3:45pm)    $340
** Select Applicable Date Ranges (from above) during the booking process to make a reservation
*** Please check-in at Ski School before 9AM to secure your spot


Teen Lesson (Ages 15-18)

Teen groups are offered for intermediate and advanced skiers and riders during holiday periods only. However, the special teen lesson/lift ticket package is available throughout the season. Beginner teens, age 15+ are encouraged to join the three-day First Time Series offered through Adult Ski & Snowboard School. 

The program takes place Dec 15, 2012 - Jan 5, 2013; Feb 14 - Feb 23; Mar 9 - Apr 7.

Age 15-18 Full Day Lesson (9:45am - 3:45pm)   $160
Age 15-18 Full Day Lesson/Lift Ticket (9:45am - 3:45pm)   $206
* Please check-in at Ski School before 9AM to secure your spot


Equipment Rental

Do your children not have equipment, or have grown out of last year's gear?  Not to worry, during the booking process you can include the following equipment pieces so that youre child is ready to hit the slopes on the first day!

Children's Helmet Rental                         $13
Children's Alpine Ski Package (One Day)   $29
Children's Snowbaord Pacakge (One Day) $39


Riperoo's Rockin' Registration

Beat the early morning rush with this welcoming and convenient registration option!

Ripperoo’s Rockin’ Registration is a fun check-in experience the night before your child’s lesson starts, during holiday periods. Centered around fun, food and helpful information, the Kids Ski & Snowboard School lobby will extend hours until 6pm to offer the opportunity for your family to come in and either pick-up your online registration packets or register as a walk-in guest. We’ll also get you fitted for your child’s rentals.

What to expect:
• Ripperoo providing hugs and high-fives!
• Great music playing to promote the party!
• Balloons!
• Hot popcorn from our vintage popcorn wagon!
• Face Painting!

* Riperoo's Rockin' Registration only available during peak/holiday weekends during the dates specified below:

December 

 

February 

 

March

March

22nd, Saturday   16th, Saturday    9th, Saturday  23rd, Saturday
23rd, Sunday   17th, Sunday   10th, Sunday 24th, Sunday
26th, Wednesday       16th, Saturday 30th, Saturday
27th, Thursday       17th, Sunday 31st, Sunday
29th, Saturday      
30th, Sunday             
 



Children’s Ski and Snowboard School Helmet Policy

Children age 12 and under must wear a winter sport protective helmet while participating in ski and snowboard school. In addition, children over the age of 12 who participate in designated children's classes or programs must wear a helmet. Rental helmets are available at our children's ski and snowboard school locations for your convenience.