Youth Ski (Radical Rippers)

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Ages 6 - 12

Watch your child's passion for skiing take off in our Youth Ski programs. These lessons are for kids to have a blast on snow, gain confidence, improve their riding skills, and build friendships in a safe learning environment.

Each program begins with basic skills, advancing to more challenging terrain when appropriate. Participants will be evaluated at the beginning of the program and WinSport may adjust group placements to support an enjoyable and effective learning experience best suited to their skill level. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.

We focus on smaller class sizes with a target ratio of one instructor for every seven participants for this program. Standard hill access is included during the lesson.

Multi-Week Lessons

December: One, two-hour lesson per week for three weeks, or two, two-hour lessons per week for two weeks held on your preferred day. Please see available days below.
January-March: One, two-hour lesson per week, held on your preferred day for four, six or eight weeks. Please see available days below.
Note: Lessons will not run over the Family Day weekend (Feb. 14-16).

Holiday Camps

Christmas & New Year: Two-hour lessons offered in two-day or three-day camps.
Family Day weekend (mid-February): Two-hour lessons offered in two-day camps.
Spring break (March 24-26): Two-hour lessons offered in three-day camps.

Terms of Contract

IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED

A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement(s) ("Waiver(s)") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps and, if applicable, rental of Equipment. If the applicable Waiver(s) are not completed, participation in the WinSport Program, access to WinSport’s facilities and/or rental of Equipment will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided.

The Waiver(s) will be available for completion during the sales process, and copies are available for preview below.

The Waiver(s) will apply to all Ski & Snowboard Activities (as defined in the Waiver(s)), including without limitation all day ticket use, season pass use, and participation in all programs, camps, lessons and events and equipment rentals for the period of time set out in the Waiver(s).
A parent/guardian must complete the Waiver(s) for their minor/child participant.

PLEASE READ THE WAIVER(S) 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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Youth Ski (Radical Rippers) - First Time

First time on skis.

No previous skiing experience is required in our Youth Ski - First Time program. Fun skiing-related games and tactics are used to provide an engaging and active introduction to skiing with the goal of building a lifelong love of the sport. Students will learn to love learning to ski!

Prerequisites

The ability to remain active for two hours.

Level Goal

Introduction to equipment and basic mobility.

Mandatory Equipment

Ski boots
Skis with metal edges and release bindings
CSA-approved snow sport helmet
Winter jacket
Waterproof snow pants
Gloves/mittens

Recommended Equipment

Ski poles
Buff or face covering (no scarves)
Goggles
Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
Wool socks
Neck warmer

Inclusions

Hill access for the duration of your lesson.

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Age	Available Days	Time	Dates	Price
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view December options	$315.00 – $425.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view January to March options	$425.00 – $700.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view Holiday options	$230.00 – $345.00 Proceed

Youth Ski (Radical Rippers) - Beginner 1

Still learning to stop and control speed.

Fun skiing-related games and tactics are used to provide an engaging and active introduction to skiing with the goal of building a lifelong love of the sport. Students will learn how to control speed and change direction.

Beginner 1 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation.

Prerequisites

Introduction to equipment and basic mobility.

Level Goals

Stopping: I can perform a controlled snowplow to stop on the silver carpet.
Balance: I have a stable body position when on the silver carpet.
Mobility: I can walk and slide on a flat surface with my skis on.
Turning: I have been introduced to turning.

Mandatory Equipment

Ski boots
Skis with metal edges and release bindings
CSA-approved snow sport helmet
Winter jacket
Waterproof snow pants
Gloves/mittens

Recommended Equipment

Ski poles
Buff or face covering (no scarves)
Goggles
Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
Wool socks
Neck warmer

Inclusions

Hill access for the duration of your lesson.

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Age	Available Days	Time	Dates	Price
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view December options	$315.00 – $425.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view January to March options	$425.00 – $700.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view Holiday options	$230.00 – $345.00 Proceed

Youth Ski (Radical Rippers) - Novice 2

Able to stop and control speed on a gentle slope.

This program is for kids who are continuing to develop fundamental skills and build confidence, but are ready to progress onto more difficult Green runs.

Novice 2 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation for a long skiing future.

Prerequisites

Stopping: I can perform a controlled snowplow to stop on the silver carpet.
Balance: I have a stable body position when on the silver carpet.
Mobility: I can walk and slide on a flat surface with my skis on.
Turning: I have been introduced to turning.

Level Goals

Stopping: I can snowplow to control speed and stop on beginner terrain.
Balance: I can balance on my skis while traversing beginner terrain.
Mobility: I can sidestep uphill.
Turning: I can link turns on all carpets.
Timing: I can demonstrate flow while linking turns.

Mandatory Equipment

Ski boots
Skis with metal edges and release bindings
CSA-approved snow sport helmet
Winter jacket
Waterproof snow pants
Gloves/mittens

Recommended Equipment

Ski poles
Buff or face covering (no scarves)
Goggles
Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
Wool socks
Neck warmer

Inclusions

Hill access for the duration of your lesson.

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Age	Available Days	Time	Dates	Price
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view December options	$315.00 – $425.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view January to March options	$425.00 – $700.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view Holiday options	$230.00 – $345.00 Proceed

Youth Ski (Radical Rippers) - Intermediate 3

Able to stop, control speed, and direction on beginner terrain.

Students start skiing faster on steeper terrain while learning how to keep their skis parallel through the turn. This program progresses from beginner carpet terrain to intermediate terrain on a chairlift.

Intermediate 3 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation for a long skiing future.

Prerequisites

Stopping: I can snowplow to control speed and stop on beginner terrain.
Balance: I can balance on my skis while traversing beginner terrain.
Mobility: I can sidestep uphill.
Turning: I can link turns on all carpets.
Timing: I can demonstrate flow while linking turns.

Level Goals

Stopping: I can control my speed and stop on intermediate terrain.
Balance: I can maintain balance on my skis throughout turns.
Mobility: I can consistently stand up without assistance.
Turning: I can keep my skis parallel on the traverse of my turns.
Timing: I am starting to maintain a rhythm on intermediate terrain.

Mandatory Equipment

Ski boots
Skis with metal edges and release bindings
CSA-approved snow sport helmet
Winter jacket
Waterproof snow pants
Gloves/mittens

Recommended Equipment

Ski poles
Buff or face covering (no scarves)
Goggles
Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
Wool socks
Neck warmer

Inclusions

Hill access for the duration of your lesson.

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Age	Available Days	Time	Dates	Price
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view December options	$315.00 – $425.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view January to March options	$425.00 – $700.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view Holiday options	$230.00 – $345.00 Proceed

Youth Ski (Radical Rippers) - Intermediate 4

Able to control speed and direction and ready for a chairlift.

This program focuses on refining fundamental skills and equipping students with the tools to ski any terrain confidently. Your child will develop stronger parallel on intermediate terrain and learn to ride all kinds of terrain with ease. Intermediate 4 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation.

Participants in eight-week programs may progress to developing fundamental freestyle skills in the Beginner Terrain Park.

Prerequisites

Stopping: I can control my speed and stop on intermediate terrain.
Balance: I can maintain balance on my skis throughout turns.
Mobility: I can consistently stand up without assistance.
Turning: I can keep my skis parallel on the traverse of my turns.
Timing: I am starting to maintain a rhythm on intermediate terrain.

Level Goal(s)

Stopping: I can "hockey stop" consistently in both directions.
Balance: I remain in control through varied terrain.
Mobility: I can flex and extend at the correct times during my turn.
Turning: My skis are parallel and I can adapt my turn shape to navigate intermediate terrain confidently.
Timing: I can use pole plants to initiate my turns.
Freeride: I have been introduced to switch skiing, carving, and hopping while facing downhill.

Mandatory Equipment

Ski boots
Skis with metal edges and release bindings
CSA-approved snow sport helmet
Winter jacket
Waterproof snow pants
Gloves/mittens

Recommended Equipment

Ski poles
Buff or face covering (no scarves)
Goggles
Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
Wool socks
Neck warmer

Inclusions

Hill access for the duration of your lesson.

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Age	Available Days	Time	Dates	Price
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view December options	$315.00 – $425.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view January to March options	$425.00 – $700.00 Proceed
6-12	SuMoTuWeThFrSa	Multiple options	Proceed to view Holiday options	$230.00 – $345.00 Proceed

Youth Ski (Radical Rippers)

Ages 6 - 12

Terms of Contract

IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED

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