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HALF DAY GROUP LESSONS

From learning the basics to mountain exploration, kids will grow in a fun environment with others of similar age and ability. Our half-day lessons are the perfect way to introduce your children to the sport, nurture their skills, and see them progress in a safe and supportive setting. Before heading out on the snow with our fun and specialized snow pros, your children will enjoy supervised activities in our new Kids Centre.

PROGRAM INFO

lesson start time Duration Availability Age Ski/Snowboard Ability levels
AM 9:45am
PM 1:15pm
2 hours Daily 4-12 6-12 yrs Ski and Snowboard
4-5 yrs Ski only
Beginner to Advanced

 

2026-2027 RATES

STANDARD RATE ADVANCE ONLINE BOOKING RATE SAVINGS PER LESSON  
AM $129
PM $119
AM $116.10
PM $107.10
AM $12.90
PM $11.90
Online Bookings Coming Soon
Prices shown are in CAD, do not include tax and are subject to change without notice. Lift ticket & Rentals not included see Tickets for lift ticket rates and Rentals for pricing and to book online.


Inclusions:

  • 2-hour group lesson with other children of similar age and ability
  • Drop off from 8:30am (morning) and 12:30pm (afternoon) with supervised activities.
  • Snack
  • Progress Card

Details:

  • Book in advance online to save 10%
  • Please check in with the Kids Centre at least 15 minutes before lesson start time
  • Price is per person, per lesson
  • All lessons are grouped based on ability level and age
  • Age Groups: 4-5 (Ski Cubs), 6-8 (Snow Riders) and 9-12 (Ridge Runners)
  • 4-5 year olds ski only
  • Helmets are mandatory for anyone 18 and under participating in a lesson and recommended for all adults.

Ski Ability Levels All Ages

1

Level 1

You have never skied before, or you are learning to stop using a snowplow. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.

2

Level 2

You have skied before and can stop comfortably. You are now learning the fundamentals of controlling direction. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.

3

Level 3

You are comfortable making snowplow turns on the magic carpet and are ready to navigate busier terrain using our novice lift, Plaza Chair. Your lesson takes place on Plaza Chair.

4

Level 4

You can comfortably follow your instructor’s line and speed on Plaza Chair and are ready to explore green and blue terrain higher on the mountain using a snowplow. You are learning to ski confidently in a parallel stance on green and blue runs.

5

Level 5

You can ski parallel, in control, on groomed blue runs and are ready to increase your speed in ungroomed terrain. You are learning to adapt to changing snow conditions and terrain as you progress.

6

Level 6

You can confidently ski ungroomed advanced runs at speed while maintaining a parallel stance. You are learning tactics to confidently approach challenging conditions and terrain throughout the mountain.

Snowboard Ability Levels All Ages

1

Level 1

You have never snowboarded before, or you are learning to stop and control your speed. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.

2

Level 2

You have snowboarded before and can stop comfortably. You are learning the fundamentals of controlling direction. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.

3

Level 3

You are comfortable making linked turns on the magic carpet and are ready to navigate busier terrain using our novice lift, Plaza Chair. Your lesson takes place on Plaza Chair.

4

Level 4

You can comfortably follow your instructor’s line and speed on Plaza Chair and are ready to explore green and blue terrain higher on the mountain. You are looking to build confidence and control on novice and intermediate runs across the mountain.

5

Level 5

You can link turns with control on groomed blue runs and are ready to increase your speed in ungroomed terrain. You are learning to adapt to changing snow conditions and terrain as you progress.

6

Level 6

You can confidently ride ungroomed advanced runs at speed while maintaining control. You are learning tactics to confidently approach challenging terrain and conditions throughout the mountain.

 


Contact us:

Direct: 250-765-8888
Toll Free (North America): 1-800-663-2772
AU: 0011-800-2449-4483 (Charges may apply)
NZ & UK: 00-800-2449-4483