How to Prepare for Your Lesson

Know Before You Go

Find details on where to go, when to arrive, and what to expect from your lesson.

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Drop-Off and Pick-Up Information

Child Group Lessons take place out of the Timber Creek Base Area.

Getting Here and Parking

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive to the check-in location below at least one hour before the start of your lesson.
  • If are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • If you purchased a lift ticket or pass outside of your lesson bundle, please collect it before proceeding to your lesson meeting place.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In

Please check in at least 30 minutes ahead of your lesson time. If you arrive late and cannot complete check-in prior to the check-in end time, we may not be able to accommodate you in a lesson for that day.

  • Ages 3-4 Lessons: Check-in at the Ski and Ride School desk at the top of the stairs between 8:30am - 10am
  • Ages 5-14 Half Day AM and Full Day Lessons: Check-in at the Ski and Ride School desk at the top of the stairs between 8:30am - 10am
  • Ages 5-14 Half Day PM Lessons: Check in any time before 1pm inside our Ski and Ride School Office
Lesson Start and Pick-Up Times
  • Half-Day AM Lessons (ages 3-4): 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Half-Day AM Lessons (ages 5-14): 10:30am - 12:45pm
  • Half-Day PM Lessons (all ages): 1:30pm - 4pm
  • Full-Day Lessons (ages 3-4): 10:00am - 3:30pm
  • Full Day Lessons (ages 5-14): 10:30am - 4pm
 

Arrival Information

Adult Group Lessons take place out of the Timber Creek Base Area.

Getting Here and Parking

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive to the check-in location below at least one hour before the start of your lesson.
  • If are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • If you purchased a lift ticket or pass outside of your lesson bundle, please collect it before proceeding to your lesson meeting place.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In

Please check in at least 30 minutes ahead of your lesson time. If you arrive late and cannot complete check-in prior to the check-in end time, we may not be able to accommodate you in a lesson for that day.

  • Morning Group Lessons: Check-in at the Ski and Ride School desk at the top of the stairs between 8:30am - 10am
  • Afternoon Group Lessons: Check in any time before 1pm inside our Ski and Ride School Office
Lesson Times
  • Half-Day AM Lessons: 10:30am - 12:45pm
  • Half-Day PM Lessons: 1:30pm - 3:45pm
 

Arrival Information

The meeting place for your Private Lesson will be confirmed when you book through your confirmation email.

Getting Here and Parking

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive to the check-in location below at least one hour before the start of your lesson.
  • If are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • If you purchased a lift ticket or pass outside of your lesson bundle, please collect it before proceeding to your lesson meeting place.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In

Please check in at least 30 minutes ahead of your lesson time. If you arrive late and cannot complete check-in prior to the check-in end time, we may not be able to accommodate you in a lesson for that day.

  • Meeting at Expedition Kirkwood: Check in at the Village “Snowgun” between Chair 5 and 10
  • Meeting at Timber Creek: Check in at the Private Lesson Meeting Flags between chairs 7 and 9
  • For 1-hour Early Bird Lessons: Timber Creek at the Private Lesson Flags between chair 7 and Chair 9
Lesson Times
  • Half-Day Morning Lessons: 9:30am - 12:30pm
  • Half-Day Afternoon Lessons: 1pm - 4pm
  • Full Day Lessons: 9:30am - 4pm
  • Early Bird Lessons: 9am - 10am
 
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What to Expect

  • All group lessons are sorted by sport, age, and ability level.
  • The instructor will determine lesson plans based on the group's ability level and goals.
  • All participants will explore terrain aligned to their ability level while practicing new techniques at their own pace.
  • Lunch is included with Full Day Child Group Lessons only. For all other group lessons, the instructor will provide breaks for food, water and rest as appropriate.
  • If your child brings snacks, please do not pack any that contain any nuts.
  • Restroom breaks are built into the day, but all participants are encouraged to use the restroom prior to the lesson start time.

What You Need

Your comfort and safety is our number one priority, so review the following items to ensure you are fully equipped for your ski or snowboard lesson.

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Lift Access

All guests must have a pass or a lift ticket to participate in a lesson. Best pricing is available online, in advance.

Lift Tickets

Passes

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Gear
Guests are welcome to bring their own equipment and boots if already owned. If renting, please arrive an hour prior to your lesson start time to ensure enough time for pick up.
Book Rentals
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Helmets

A winter sport helmet is required for all lesson participants aged 14 and under, and 18 and under in designated children’s lessons. We strongly encourage helmet use for all ages. Helmets can be included along with a rental order or rented separately.

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Clothing & Accessories
Waterproof snow pants and gloves or mittens are strongly recommended to keep you warm and dry. Goggles protect your eyes from the cold air and block UV light.