Ski & Snowboard Lessons
LESSON OPTIONS
Whether you are a first-timer or in need of a refresher, Oak Mountain’s Ski & Snowboard School will help you understand why our instructors love this sport. We will help you build confidence and skills to have the best day on snow! From our beginner hill, terrain park, blue cruisers, black diamonds and glade trails; you are sure to experience it all.
Not sure what to expect?
First timers
Learn about your equipment, balancing, how to get up from a fall, how to turn and stop
Beginners
Learning how to control your turns, build confidence, explore green terrain
Lessons meet in front of the Rental Shop.
**All lessons must be paid for and reserved online in advance **
Private Lessons-
Private Lessons will give you the individualized attention to accelerate your achievement potential. Lift Ticket not included. Must order ticket and lesson online.
- 1 Hour (Ages 4-6)- $80
- 1.5 Hours (Ages 7 & Up)- $100
- Semi Private (Ages 7 & Up) - $130
*CANCELLATION POLICY: We request that any guest who cannot come on their scheduled reservation day due to illness should contact Guest Services at 518.548.3606, as soon as they know they won’t be able to keep their reservation so arrangements can be made to re accommodate during the 2023-24 winter season. If you are a No Show/No Call, you are subject to a full forfeiture of the total booking.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
-
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
We recommend all skiers and snowboarders wear a helmet. If you do not own a helmet, you may rent one from the Rental Shop. Goggles or sunglasses are also recommended, if you don't have either they are available for purchase inside the Rental Shop. You should dress in layers for warmth. Base Layer Clothing should be made of a moisture wicking material (no cotton). Jackets should be warm and waterproof. Ski or Snowboard Socks are also HIGHLY recommended. Try to make sure your socks aren’t bundled up inside your boots, as this can be a distraction and uncomfortable. Waterproof, warm gloves are also necessary. On cold days, A neck gaiter or face mask will help protect and keep your face warmer. Hand and Toe warmers are available for purchase inside the Rental Shop as well.
-
WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?
All participants need to arrive at least 15 minutes before for their lesson to check-in and waivers must be signed prior to arrival.
-
WHERE DO I PICK UP RENTALS?
Oak Mountain Rentals is located on the ground level (slope side) of the Rental Lodge. Please make sure you sign all waivers prior to your arrival. Please allow 15 minutes for your fitting. (Holiday periods tend to take longer)
-
DO I NEED A LIFT TICKET?
Lift tickets are required for the lessons and they need to be purchased separately online.
-
WHERE DO I MEET MY INSTRUCTOR?
Lessons meet in front of the Rental Lodge (ground level slope side)
