Group Lessons

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Snowflakes + Snow Shredders Lesson Packages

Mini Snowflakes Ski Lesson Packages (ages 3-4)
Mini Snowflakes ski school is designed for children ages 3 to 4, focusing on learning basic skiing skills while having fun on the snow. All participants must be potty-trained and equipped with a snowsports helmet to join the lesson. The program includes both indoor instruction and on-snow practice to ensure a well-rounded experience. With a low instructor-to-student ratio, each child receives plenty of personalized attention to help them develop confidence and skills on the slopes. At Tahoe Donner Ski School, our objective is to create an environment where children can enjoy fun, safety, and learning while developing foundational skiing skills. All participants must have a valid lift ticket and appropriate ski equipment and snowsports helmet. Other requirements include gloves, waterproof clothing, and sunglasses or goggles.

Snowflakes Ski Lesson Packages (ages 5-6)
These group lessons are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced young skiers to build confidence, improve skills, and have fun on the slopes. All participants must have a valid lift ticket and appropriate ski equipment and snowsports helmet. Other requirements are gloves, waterproof clothing, and sunglasses or goggles. The program includes both indoor instruction and on-snow practice, skill-building activities, and breaks to help maintain high energy levels.  

Snow Shredders Snowboard Lesson Packages (ages 5-6) – Starting at just $179 for Members and $199 for Public
Snow Shredders is designed for the youngest snowboarders, ages 5-6. These group lessons are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced young snowboarders to build confidence, improve skills, and have fun on the slopes. All participants must wear a snowsports helmet and be dressed appropriately, including waterproof pants, gloves, and sunglasses or goggles. The program includes both indoor instruction and on-snow practice, skill-building activities, and breaks to help maintain high energy levels.

Kids Lesson Packages

Kids Ski and Snowboard Group Lesson Packages (ages 7-12)
These group lessons are perfect for children of all ability levels, from their first day on snow up to kids who can already ski or ride all over the ski area.  All participants must wear a snowsports helmet and be dressed appropriately, including waterproof pants, gloves, and sunglasses or goggles.  The program includes both indoor instruction and on-snow practice, skill-building activities, and breaks to help maintain high energy levels.

Adult Lesson Packages

Adult Ski and Snowboard Group Lesson Packages (ages 13+):
Whether it’s your first time on-snow, or you’re just looking to polish up your skills, our highly-trained instructors will take you to the next level in these group lessons.

To receive child (6 and under) member rates, each child must have a ShopTD member profile in our system before purchase. Eligible Tahoe Donner members should contact Member Services at info@tahoedonner.com to create a profile for any child age 6 and under. Members must create a member account to purchase items from the online store. Contact Member Services at (530) 587-9400 ext. 0 if you need any help setting up your member account.

CHECK-IN DETAILS

IF YOUR CHILD DOES NOT NEED RENTAL GEAR, please first check-in at Guest Services or the drop box to pick up your ticket. Then proceed up the outdoor stairs to drop off your child at the ski school indoor learning center (access door off of the patio). Morning lessons can drop off as early as 9AM.  Afternoon lessons can drop off 30 minutes prior to their lesson start time.   

IF YOUR CHILD NEEDS RENTAL GEAR, please check-in at Guest Services a minimum of 1 hour prior to your lesson start time on weekdays and 2 hours prior to your lesson start time on weekends and holidays. Once your child has been fitted with their gear, proceed up the outdoor stairs to drop off your child at the kids ski school indoor learning center (access door off of the patio). Morning lessons can drop off your child as early as 9AM. Afternoon lessons can drop off your child 30 minutes prior to their lesson start time. Any family who is taking a lesson will have access to an expedited rental process. 

CANCELLATION POLICY

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