Elk Mountain Ski Resort Ski Programs Pricing updated September 2007

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 and 3 pm) - $68 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. 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.) - Beverage included - $62 Full Day Program (9:30a.m.-3:00p.m.) - Lunch and beverage included - $90 Note: All children’s programs - first come/first served. Registration open at 8:30 a.m. Children’s (midweek) programs are offered December 22, 2007 through March 2, 2008. All group lessons meet 15 minutes prior to start times at the bottom of the Beginner’s Slope and depart promptly at designated lesson times. 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 Ski School.

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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. Most of the coaching staff have USSCA levels I, II or III. PSIA certification levels I, II or III equivalent. 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 through to the Junior Racing Program. Junior Racing Elk Mountain's Junior Racing is a program geared for young skiers (8-19) who can comfortably ski the entire mountain, including all black diamond trails. Offered during Christmas Camp, weekends or 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. For program participants, additional gate training will be available on Tuesday and Thursday nights at an added charge. 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 camp activities. Video sessions with critique by the coaches will be integrated into the training. All participants will be expected to take part in all aspects of race training. Cruisers (Junior Racing Development) Elk Mountain Cruisers is a program geared for youngsters ages 6 through 12. Offered as a Christmas Camp, weekend training or full season program, children who ski blue square trails can enjoy a challenging ski experience, improve their technique and build self-confidence. 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 adult skiers. The program is offered Saturdays and Sundays, January 5th - March 2nd (excluding February 16th & 17th), 9a.m. - 11:30 a.m (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 through the Ski School. The program is for participants ages 8 - 19 who can ski advanced intermediate terrrain comfortably. The curriculum will include ski improvement, mogul skiing, park tricks, bumps, jumps and video training. The program is being offered Saturdays and Sundays starting January 5th - March 2nd (excluding February 16th & 17th). See Schedule and Pricing Below.

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Schedule & Pricing

Program* Dates Cost Program Includes: Christmas Camp December 26 through December 31 Wednesday through Monday $200 ($150¶) 4-5 hours of coaching per day. Minimum 5 days of training guaranteed. Weekend Program Jan. 5th - Mar. 2nd - Saturdays and Sundays $410 (#360¶) 4-5 hours of coaching per day. Minimum of 16 days of training guaranteed. Adult Skiing Improvement Program** Jan. 5th to Mar. 2nd - Saturdays and Sundays (excluding Feb.16-17) $370 ($320¶) 2 1/2 hours of coaching per day. Freestyle Program Jan. 5th to Mar. 2nd - Saturdays and Sundays (excluding Feb.16-17) $410 ($360¶) Full Program Christmas Camp plus Weekend Program. $545 ($495¶) 22 days. Christmas Camp plus Weekend Training. Does not include Night Gate Training. Night Gate Training*** Jan. 3rd - Feb. 28th Tuesdays & Thursdays $175 ($125¶) Available to Junior Racing, Full Program or Weekend Training participants only. Minimum of 12 nights training guaranteed. Friday Night Gate Training Jan. 11th - Feb. 15th (exact dates TBA) $110 ($60¶) Available to Junior Racing, Full Program or Weekend Training participants only. Minimum of 4 nights training guaranteed. * The cost(s) of each program(s) does not include a daily lift ticket. **Adult program offered only during weekend training. *** Training is geared to the Junior 1-2-3 age groups. All Junior 4-5 participants must have approval from the coaching staff. ¶ Season Pass holders and Big & Friendly Book Holders receive a discount on program costs if paid prior to November 15. Times 8:30 a.m. (9:00 a.m. Adult Racing) to 11:30 a.m. Participants are expected to make arrangements for own meals as lunch is not provided with this program. 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 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 Terms Payment in full is required prior to November 15 to receive any discount. Participants not meeting the skiing requirements cannot be accepted into the program. NO REFUNDS. - Click here for Application -

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