Elk Mountain Ski Resort Ski Programs Pricing updated October 2011

Ski School

First-time skiers, established skiers, or snowboarders looking to learn or fine-tune their skills can do so with a lesson from a member of the Elk Mountain Ski School. Our school is a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and utilizes the American Teaching System. With a staff of over seventy-five trained instructors, Elk has a program and the staff to meet your individual needs. Elk Mountain takes great pride in its ski school programs and lessons. Class sizes are limited to provide a quality experience. Lessons may be sold out during busy periods. Further details are available at the ski school desk.

Children's Programs

The perfect time to learn to ski is while you are young. And our staff wants to make your child’s skiing experience fun. We offer programs that allow parents to enjoy themselves while their children learn to ski with confidence. PRE-SCOUTS Ages 3-4-5. Offered as a one hour private lesson for younger children. (10:30 am; 12 noon; 1:30 pm) - $88 includes: • Lesson • Area Usage pass for duration of lesson SCOUTS/RANGERS Elk Mountain offers a Scouts and Rangers program for children ages 6-12. Scouts and Rangers enables children to learn to ski with emphasis on fun. Scouts and Rangers is available through the Ski School. Please register 1/2 hour prior to lesson time. Must be able to ride chair lift. These programs do not include equipment. Please allow time to rent if needed. SCOUTS (Ages 6-7) Offered half- or full day. RANGERS (Ages 8-12) Offered half- or full day. Half-Day Program (9:30a.m.-12:00p.m. or 12:30-3:00p.m.) - $80 includes: • Lesson • Beverage at break • Half Day area usage pass Full Day Program (9:30a.m.-3:00p.m.) - $110 includes: • Lesson • Lunch • Day area usage pass • Two beverage breaks Note: All children’s programs - first come/first served. Registration open at 8:30 a.m. Children’s (midweek) programs are offered December 19, 2011 through March 2, 2012. Baby-sitting Service Baby-sitting services are offered weekends and holidays at Elk Mountain on an hourly basis. Because availability is limited RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED at least 24 hours in advance. Children must be at least two years old and toilet trained.

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Additional Programs
	Elk Mountain also offers a racing program, mogul clinics and special Women’s Day programs for first-time through expert. Seasonal programs are offered for Freestyle, Adult Ski Improvement and Junior Racing. A Holiday Camp will be held in late December. Additional information is available by calling the Elk Mountain Main Office.

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Seasonal Race Programs

The Junior Racing and Cruisers programs are under the supervision of Bruce Newman. As Director of Racing Bruce and his staff bring years of coaching and racing experience to Elk Mountain. The Elk Mountain Junior Racing program has produced racers who have excelled at Eastern regional races. The Cruisers Program has produced many excellent young skiers; most usually continue thru to the Junior Racing Program. Junior Racing Elk Mountain's Junior Racing is a program geared for young skiers (9-19) who can comfortably ski the entire mountain, including all black diamond trails. All participants will be expected to take part in all aspects of race training. Offered as a full season program, this program allows the participants to ski/train with the same coaches over the duration of the program. This format assures continuity and allows progress to be monitored closely. Training will be available at both the recreational and competitive levels. The program participants have additional gate training available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday nights. In addition to skiing skills development, agility drills, racing techniques and course tactics, participants will learn ski tuning, equipment maintenance and take part in various skiing activities. Video sessions with critique by the coaches will be integrated into the training. Cruisers (Junior Racing Development) Elk Mountain Cruisers is a program geared for skiers ages 6 through 12. Offered as a Christmas camp or full season program. Children who can comfortably ski blue square trails can enjoy a challenging ski experience, improve their technique and build self-confidence. Children must be able to get on and ride all of the Elk Mountain chair lifts with other children. Five hours of supervised skiing, and coaching/instruction daily promotes learning in an exciting and unhurried environment. Skiing with the same instructors the entire season on a variety of trails allows children to develop their skiing skills while making new friends who share their same interest in skiing. Adult Skiing Improvement Adult Skiing Improvement is a learning experience for strong, all mountain, adult (21 or over) skiers. The program is offered Saturday and Sunday, January 7th - February 26th (excluding February 18th & 19th) 9AM - 11:30 AM (2 1/2 hours per day). This will allow the participants to ski/train with the same coaches over the duration of the entire program, providing continuity and learning in a relaxed, unhurried environment. There are a minimum number of participants required for this program. If minimums are not met the program may be canceled. Freestyle Program Elk Mountain's Freestyle Program will be offered thru the ski school. The program is for participants ages 8 - 19 who can ski advanced intermediate terrain comfortably. The set of courses will include ski improvement, mogul skiing, park tricks, bumps, jumps and video training. The program is being offered offered Saturdays and Sundays starting January 7th - February 26th (excluding February 18th & 19th).

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Schedule & Pricing

Note: Season Pass and Big & Friendly Book Holders receive a discount on program costs. Program* Dates Cost Program Includes: Christmas Camp Dec. 26 through Dec. 31 Mon. through Sat. $225 ($175 before Nov. 15) This camp is for Cruisers ages 6 – 12. (8:30 am – 11:30 am on 12/31/11). 4-5 hours of coaching per day. Minimum of 5 days of training guaranteed. Cruiser Program Dec. 26th through Feb. 26th; Dec. 26th through Dec. 31st (Mon. - Sat.) (8:30 am – 11:30 am on 12/31/11) $595 ($545 before Nov. 15) Saturdays and Sundays. 4-5 hours (excluding Jan. 1) of coaching per day. Minimum of 20 days of training guaranteed. Full Jr. Program Dec. 26th through Feb. 26th; Dec. 26th through Dec. 31st (Mon. - Sat.) (8:30 am – 11:30 am on 12/31/11) $650 ($600 before Nov. 15) Saturdays and Sundays. 4-5 hours (excluding Jan. 1) of coaching per day. Minimum of 20 days of training guaranteed. Christmas Camp plus Weekend Program. Includes Night Gate Training. Adult Skiing Improvement Program** Jan. 7 through Feb. 26 Saturdays & Sundays (excluding Feb. 18 - 19) $450 ($400 before Nov. 15) 2 1/2 hours of coaching per day. 9:00 am to 11:30 am. Freestyle Program Jan. 7 through Feb. 26 Saturdays & Sundays (excluding Feb. 18 - 19) $495 ($445 before Nov. 15) 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Participants are expected to make arrangements for meals as lunch is not provided with these programs. Program Fees do not include Daily Lift Ticket. **Adult program offered only during weekend training. REGISTRATION: By application and payment through the Elk Mountain Main Office. MEETING AREA: Junior Racing, Cruisers and Adult Skiing Improvement will meet at and return to the Children’s Village. Payment in full is required prior to November 15th to receive any discount. Participants not meeting the skiing requirements cannot be accepted into the program. NO REFUNDS. Times 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Participants are expected to make arrangements for meals as lunch is not provided with these programs. 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Registration By application and payment through the Elk Mountain Main Office. Meeting Area Junior Racing, Cruisers and Adult Skiing improvement will meet at and return to the Childrens Village. Payment Terms Payment in full is required prior to November 15th to receive any discount Participants not meeting the skiing requirements cannot be accepted into the program. NO REFUNDS. - Click here for 2011/12 Application (40k) -

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