Lessons
Tahoe Donner prides itself on our ideal terrain for learning located right outside the lodge and for its team of friendly, talented Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) certified cross country Ski Instructors.
Our Ski School team is the most highly qualified and trained in the region, and our instructors love to welcome new people to the sport, as well as help experienced skiers fine-tune their technique for more grace and efficiency.
We offer a variety of ways for you to learn the traditional “classic” or more advanced Ski Skating styles, including:
- Private Lessons and Private Lesson Packages (midweek non holiday)
- Programs offering 4 weekly sessions for optimal learning
- And “pop up” clinics for technique and ski waxing and care taught by local XC ski experts
If you are unsure which option is best for you – please email us at xc@tahoedonner.com for personalized recommendations.
Lessons, day passes and rentals are best purchased online through ShopTD. Same-day purchases can be made; however, trail passes and lessons often sell out.
GRATUITIES – Is it appropriate to tip your instructor? Absolutely! Gratuities are always appreciated by our hard working team of professionals.
Private Lessons – offered daily | Public | Public Peak* | Member** |
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Private Lesson 10:15AM, 11:30AM, 12:45PM (lesson only; trail pass required) | $119 | $134 | $99 |
Private Lesson 9:00AM, 2PM (lesson only; trail pass required) | $99 | $114 | $89 |
Private lesson pricing is for up to 2 people and can be booked any day of the week to reserve your own professional ski instructor for an hour. A trail pass or season pass is required for all participants.
Private Lesson Package – offered midweek/non-holiday | Public | Public Peak* | Member** |
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Private Lesson Package (lesson, trail pass and rentals) 9AM, 2PM | $149 | n/a | $139 |
Private Lesson Package (lesson, trail pass and rentals) 10:15AM, 11:30AM, 12:45PM | $169 | n/a | $149 |
A private lesson package is available midweek/non-holiday only, and includes a trail pass, equipment and your own professional ski instructor for an hour for one person. You may invite one other person to join you in your lesson for no additional fee. They will need to purchase a trail pass or season pass to participate.
Group Lesson Package – Available weekends and Holidays | Public | Public Peak* |
Member** |
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Adult Learn to Stride or Skate Ski – Group Lesson Package (lesson, trail pass and rentals) 10:15AM, 12:15PM | $114 | $134 | $99 |
Adult Learn to Stride Ski – Group Lesson Package (lesson, trail pass and rentals) 1:30PM | $99 | $119 | $79 |
Kids Club (ages 5-12) Group Lesson Package (lesson, trail pass and rentals) 10AM, 12PM | $94 | $114 | $84 |
Group Lesson Packages are available on most weekends and and include trail pass, rental equipment and up to a 90-minute group lesson with one of our professional ski instructors.
All prices are subject to change.
*2023/24 holiday peak period dates:
- Dec. 23, 2023 – Jan. 6, 2024
- Jan. 13-15, 2024
- Feb. 17-24, 2024
**Tahoe Donner members must create/log into their ShopTD member account to receive member pricing. If you have questions about your membership status, need to set up a member profile for a child age 12 and/or under or need help setting up your member account, please call (530) 587 9400 ext. 0. or email info@tahoedonner.com.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Find our most current cancellation policies here.