Elk Mountain Ski Resort

Ski School

Times & Rates | First-time Skier's Package | Children's Programs | Additional Programs
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.


Times & Rates
 Updated November, 2011
10:00 a.m.; 2:00 p.m.; 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (8 years and older)
12 noon (First Timers only)
All group lessons meet 15 minutes prior start time at bottom of Beginner’s Slope.)
1-3 People - 1 hour lesson
4 or more People 1 1/2 hour lesson........
$33 each person
Private Lessons by appointment........
One-Hour Private Lesson
Each additional person........

$88
$56
Two-Hour Private Lesson........
Each additional person........
$145
$86
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First-time Skiers Package
Offered to individuals 8 years or older.
Our learn-to-ski package includes:
  • Full Day Beginner's Lift Ticket
  • Beginner's Group Ski Lesson
  • Use of Rental Skis, Boots & Poles

This is a great value at $50 midweek and $65 weekends/holidays.

First-time "Snowboarders" Package
Offered to individuals 8 years or older.
This learn-to-board package includes:
  • Full Day Beginner's Lift Ticket
  • Beginner's Group Snowboard Lesson
  • Use of Rental Snowboard & Boots

This is a great value at $57 midweek and $67 weekends/holidays.
Note: the availability of all "First-Time Packages" may be limited during busy periods. (i.e. holiday periods/weekends).

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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 Ski School.

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