Ages 13 - 17
Make the most of the cold winter months and enjoy some time on the slopes! The teen program is an engaging space that provides a fun and safe place to learn new skills and develop your technique.
Teen ski/snowboard lessons are 2-hours long and include standard hill access during the lesson. All levels can be repeated to refine and consolidate skills. Each program will begin by reinstating goals from the previous level on more challenging terrain.
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IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED
A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement ("Waiver") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps and, if applicable, rental of Alpine Equipment. If the applicable Waiver is not completed, participation in the WinSport Program and access to WinSport’s facilities will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided.
The Waiver will be available for completion during the sales process, and a copy is available for preview below.
- Each adult participant must complete their own Waiver
- A Parent/guardian must complete the Waiver for their minor/child participant
PLEASE READ THE WAIVER CAREFULLY! By signing, you will waive or give up certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence, breach of contract, or breach of the Occupiers’ Liability Act or claim compensation following an accident.
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NO GUARANTEE OF CONDITIONS - We do not guarantee hill conditions, weather or other operating conditions including open terrain or lift operation.
NO FOOT TRAFFIC ALLOWED ON SKI HILL - For the safety of WinSport’s guests, there is no foot traffic allowed or on-hill viewing of winter lessons. Parents (including carpet-only ticket holders) are not allowed on snow without ski or snowboard equipment and a valid ticket/pass. Only persons with a valid ticket/pass who are skiing or snowboarding with appropriate equipment will be permitted on snow.
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First time snowboarding.
Take your first steps as a snowboarder! Familiarize yourself with the equipment, and how to use it to get around.
As the group progresses you will learn to be safe on the hill and begin to develop fundamental snowboard skills to stop, control your speed and direction.
Prerequisites
- Remain active for 2 hours
Level Goal(s)
- Introduction to equipment and basic mobility.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so participants can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering
- Snow sports helmet (no hockey/bike helmets)
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Snowboard boots
- Snowboard with metal edges
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
New Online Store
Purchase your program in our new online store. (In-person purchases are not yet available). Please allow yourself time to become familiar with this new online process. You will need to create a new account and complete your waivers prior to finalizing your purchase.
Ready to book your spot?
Still learning to balance and control your snowboard.
Grasp the basics and learn how to be safe on the hill before progressing to the next level. Start by learning the fundamental skills and gain confidence on beginner terrain as you learn how to control your speed and change direction.
Prerequisites
- Snowboarded once or twice, still working on the basics.
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can stop on a small incline both heelside and toeside
- Balance: I can keep a stable, balanced body position while sliding on green terrain
- Mobility: I can comfortably skate with one foot strapped in
- Turning: I can change direction on heel and toe edge
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so participants can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering
- Snow sports helmet (no hockey/bike helmets)
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Snowboard boots
- Snowboard with metal edges
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
New Online Store
Purchase your program in our new online store. (In-person purchases are not yet available). Please allow yourself time to become familiar with this new online process. You will need to create a new account and complete your waivers prior to finalizing your purchase.
Ready to book your spot?
Able to stop and change direction on both heel and toe edge.
Further develop riding skills and techniques. Learn how to snowboard more challenging terrain confidently while maintaining an athletic body position and demonstrating edge control.
Prerequisites
- Stopping: I can stop on a small incline both heelside and toeside
- Balance: I can keep a stable, balanced body position while sliding on green terrain
- Mobility: I can comfortably skate with one foot strapped in
- Turning: I can change direction on heel and toe edge
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can come to a full stop on all carpets while remaining balanced
- Balance: I am able to adjust body position to change direction
- Mobility: I can stand up without assistance
- Turning: I can confidently demonstrate heelside and toeside turns
- Timing: I can wait until my base is flat before changing edges
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so participants can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering
- Snow sports helmet (no hockey/bike helmets)
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Snowboard boots
- Snowboard with metal edges
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
New Online Store
Purchase your program in our new online store. (In-person purchases are not yet available). Please allow yourself time to become familiar with this new online process. You will need to create a new account and complete your waivers prior to finalizing your purchase.
Ready to book your spot?
Able to turn from heelside to toeside and back.
Refine snowboarding skills as you carve steeper runs, reach higher speeds, and develop various terrain techniques with your certified instructor.
Features such as small jumps, bumps, and rollers may also be introduced at this level, depending on the group's interests.
Prerequisites
- Stopping: I can come to a full stop on all carpets while remaining balanced
- Balance: I am able to adjust body position to change direction
- Mobility: I can stand up without assistance
- Turning: I can confidently demonstrate heelside and toeside turns
- Timing: I can wait until my base is flat before changing edges
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can stop in control on green and blue terrain
- Balance: I am turning with my lower body
- Mobility: I can stand up on both heel and toe side without assistance
- Turning: I can confidently link toeside and heelside turns on green and blue terrain
- Timing: I can demonstrate rhythm in linking turns
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so participants can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering
- Snow sports helmet (no hockey/bike helmets)
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Snowboard boots
- Snowboard with metal edges
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
New Online Store
Purchase your program in our new online store. (In-person purchases are not yet available). Please allow yourself time to become familiar with this new online process. You will need to create a new account and complete your waivers prior to finalizing your purchase.
Ready to book your spot?
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