Youth
TD TYKES SKI
TD Tykes is a weekly ski school program designed for children to begin their skiing experience. We’ll provide separate groups for children with stronger skiing skills as well. Participants meet weekly for two and a half hours of instruction on the hill with breaks as needed. All children must be willing to be outside for an extended period of time, participate in skiing and be potty-trained; no diapers or pull-ups are allowed. Guardians are required to stay on the ski hill during the program.
Ages: 3-6 years old
Cost: Member $499, Public $599 (includes a season pass)
Optional Season-long Rental: Valid Dec. 19-April 12, cost $115
When: Tuesday AM, Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM options available (see details below)
- Tuesday AM | 9-11:30AM (Jan. 6-March 10, excluding Feb. 17)
- Tuesday PM | 12:30-3PM (Jan. 6-March 10, excluding Feb. 17)
- Wednesday AM | 9-11:30AM (Jan. 7-March 11, excluding Feb. 18)
TD TYKES KINDER SKI + SNOWBOARD
TD Tykes Ski and Snowboard is designed for kindergarten-aged children who want to improve their skiing/riding skills. This program meets on the hill at 2PM for a two-hour session. All children must be willing to participate in skiing or riding and be potty-trained; no diapers or pull-ups allowed. Guardians are required to stay at the ski hill during the program.
Ages: 5-6 years old
Cost: Member $499, Public $599 (includes a season pass)
Optional Season-long Rental: Valid Dec. 19-April 12, cost $115
When: Wednesday PM | 2-4PM (Jan. 7-March 11, excluding Feb. 19)
SATURDAY AM/PM SPEEDSTERS SKI
The Speedsters program is designed to take children to the next level who can already ski on their own. All children must be willing to be outside for an extended period of time, participate in skiing and be potty-trained; no diapers or pull-ups allowed.
Ages: 4-6 years old
Cost: Includes a season pass
Saturday AM | Member $799, Public $899
Saturday PM | Member $699, Public $799
Optional Season-long Rental: Valid Dec. 19-April 12, cost $115
When: Saturday AM or Saturday PM (see details below)
- Saturday AM | 9AM-12PM (Jan. 3-March 14, excluding Jan. 17 and Feb. 14)
- Saturday PM | 1-4PM (Jan. 3-March 14, excluding Jan. 17 and Feb. 14)
SUNDAY SPEEDSTERS SKI + SNOWBOARD
Sunday Speedsters is designed to take children who can already ski or ride independently to the next level. Be ready and on the hill at 10:30AM. All children must be willing to participate in skiing and potty-trained; diapers or pull-ups are not allowed.
Ages: Ski 4-6 years old | Snowboard 5-6 years old
Cost: Member $899, Public $1,099 (includes a season pass)
Optional Season-long Rental: Valid Dec. 19-April 12, cost $115
When: Sundays | 10:30AM-3:30PM (Jan. 4-March 15 + Monday, Jan. 19, excluding Jan. 18 and Feb. 15)
RECREATIONAL SKI + SNOWBOARD TEAMS
Recreational ski and snowboard teams run on Sundays in January through mid-March for kids ages 7-13 who want to improve their skills while developing new friendships. A low student-to-instructor ratio ensures lots of individual attention.
Ages: 7-13 years old
Cost: Member $899, Public $1,099 (includes a season pass)
Optional Season-long Rental: Valid Dec. 19-April 12, cost $115
When: Sundays | 10:30AM-3:30PM (Jan. 4-March 15 + Monday, Jan. 19, excluding Jan. 18 and Feb. 15)
ALL MOUNTAIN TEAM
The All-Mountain team is for kids who want to take their skills to the next level but don’t want to just focus on racing. This team will ski the entire mountain, spending extra time in the powder and terrain park as conditions dictate. More than 30 days of coaching are scheduled, conditions permitting. Fees include a season pass. Please contact race@tahoedonner.com for questions.
Ages: 7-17 years old
Cost: Member $1,299, Public $1,599 (includes a season pass)
When: Every weekend throughout the ski season
- Dec. 20-21, 27-28
- Jan. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31
- Feb. 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28
- March 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
- April 4-5
Days and times are subject to change.
SKI RACE TEAM
The ski race team is for those who want to take their skills to the next level. The race team will participate in the Tahoe League race series. Races begin in January and are held on several weekends throughout the season. More than 30 days of coaching and racing are scheduled, conditions permitting. Fees include a season pass and use of a race bib for the season. USSA membership is required. Travel to other resorts, lift tickets at other resorts, and race entry fees are not included in the program cost. The race team will be split into smaller age groups based on sign-up numbers. Please contact race@tahoedonner.com for questions.
Ages: 7-17 years old
Cost: Member $1,499, Public $1,799 (includes a season pass)
When: Every weekend throughout the race season; days and times are subject to change. The race team may add additional training days during the holiday period.
- Dec. 20-21, 27-28
- Jan. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31
- Feb. 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28
- March 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29
- April 4-5
- Plus possible extra holiday days
WINTER PROGRAM REFUND POLICY
If your plans change and you are no longer able to participate in the program you signed up for, you will be able to cancel and receive a refund until December 19, 2025. Refunds will be issued in the form of Mountain Money on your Tahoe Donner online account. Mountain Money is valid up to one year after being issued and can be used at Tahoe Donner for other programs, products and services, including restaurants. The refund amount will be the total amount you paid for the program minus a $25 administration fee. No refunds will be available after December 19.