• Please check the weekend meeting locations or the weekday meeting locations for each program.
  • On the first day of programs please aim to arrive 30 minutes prior to the lesson start time. This allows our instructors to start lessons on-time and provide the full length of the lesson. For the remainder of the program, participants can arrive 15 minutes prior to the lesson start time.
  • Equipment is not included in the program. Equipment rentals can be purchased in advance and you must book a rental pickup appointment at least one hour before your program time if you're picking up rentals in the Village to ensure your day on the mountain runs smoothly.
  • Lift tickets are not included in the program. Please make sure you have a valid lift ticket or Season Pass.
  • Helmets are mandatory for anyone 17 and under.
Parent & Participant Code of Conduct

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect on the first week?

Participants should arrive 15-20 minutes before their lesson time. There are check-in desks / tents at each meeting location where Instructors will help everyone sign-in as quickly as possible. Participants who have been in a Blue Mountain Snow School program before will have a progress report on-file and our team will try to assign them to the right group right away. If this is a participant’s first season with us, the team will conduct a brief ski / snowboard assessment to ensure the groups are as cohesive as possible with similar ability levels. Please take a look at the following ski and snowboard ability levels for a smoother check in.

Level 1 - Never Ever

First time skiing or snowboarding. Skied or snowboarded before but wanting to start from the beginning again



Level 2 - Once or Twice

Have skied or snowboarded once or twice before. Lesson starts on the carpet. You may have trouble turning in both directions and controlling your speed.



Level 3 - Green

Comfortable skiing or snowboarding on green terrain. Have been up the chairlift before. Looking to increase confidence and control.



Level 4 - Blue

Comfortable skiing or snowboarding on blue terrain Skiing: Parallel turns or Snowboarding: Safely linking turns on blue terrain.



Level 5 - Black

Comfortable skiing and snowboarding on black terrain. Working on rhythm and speed control on steeps and bumps.



Level 6 - Double Black

Comfortably skis or snowboards everywhere on the mountain. Looking to refine skills and be challenged

What will my kids be learning each week?

Each week, instructors will spotlight a new focus and theme for the kids. Check out the calendar below for a detailed guide.

Theme Skills Focus
ONE
(Jan. 4 - 9)		 Safety Speed Control Safety
TWO
(Jan. 11 - 16)		 Get to Know You Stance and Balance Inclusivity
THREE
(Jan. 18 - 23)		 Retro
(Dress in bright colours)		 Turning with the lower body Winter Fashion
FOUR
(Jan. 25 - 30)		 Crazy Helmet
(Sticker your helmet)		 Pivoting & Stance POW (Protect Our Winter)
FIVE
(Feb. 1 - 6)		 X Games Freestyle
(Positions and Balance)		 Creativity
SIX
(Feb. 8 - 13)		 Character Week Edging Exploration
SEVEN
(Feb. 22 - 27)		 Colour Week Practice Report Card Criteria Skill Development
EIGHT
(Mar. 1 - 6)		 Olympics/FUN! Racing
(Timing and Coordination)		 Teamwork
Will groups have the same participants and instructors throughout?

That is our goal. During the first few weeks of programs, groups will shift around to make sure each participant is in the right group. In cases where participants improve quickly (especially if they are always practicing), we will advance them further into another group. Your patience in the first few weeks is appreciated.

If I book a morning and an afternoon, can I leave my child with you?

No, you may not. Children must be signed out by a guardian for lunch and then meet back up with their group just before their afternoon lesson time.

Why are the meeting times staggered and locations different?

To alleviate any potential crowding and confusion, lesson times and meeting areas have been spread out. This staggering also helps guardians coordinate program drop-off and pick-up should they have multiple participants in different programs. Note: Senior lesson guests can park at the bottom of the Orchard chairlift when it opens.

Where can I park?

The South Base Lodge Parking Lot (P1) is the closest to the meeting location.

What about bathroom breaks?

We will take bathroom breaks when they are needed. Please ensure that your child has gone to the bathroom prior to starting their lesson to reduce time off snow

Should I pack snacks?

Snacks are always a good idea. Please note that all snacks should be peanut free, easy to eat outdoors, and able to fit inside jacket pockets.

What is the refund policy for missed lessons?

We are not able to provide a refund for any missed lessons. We will have one week available at the end of the season if we must cancel any lessons due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, road closures, resort closures, etc.).

Can my child attend another class if they missed their regular scheduled lesson?

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate make-up lessons. To maintain consistency in our class sizes and flow of progression, we keep groups as assigned.

For all other questions or inquiries please email snowschool@bluemountain.ca