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Private Lessons

Ski School at Granite Peak

Granite Peak's Alpine Learning Center offers engaging experiences with a personalized approach for all ages and abilities!

Our Alpine Learning Center employs over 100 ski and snowboard instructors, eager and excited to help all those looking to progress their skills of sliding on snow!

Rates and advanced reservations are now available online by clicking the button below. Search your anticipated visit date(s) and lesson programs will populate that are available for that timeframe.

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Please call 715-845-2846 ext. 2861 with any questions. 

Our Lesson Programs

Private Lessons do not include lift tickets or ski rentals within their prices per lesson.  A valid lift ticket or season pass is necessary to participate in any lesson program at Granite Peak.

Privates (Ages 5+) | $125 

Private lessons offer one-on-one training for (5 years and over) first-timers, children, as well as all ages of intermediate-to-advanced skiers who are looking to perfect their technical skiing or snowboarding skills! Lessons are now 90 minutes long, giving you plenty of time to work on your techniques without feeling rushed.  You can request an instructor. If they are available we can assign them.

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LESSON TIMES:

  • Mon-Thurs as requested: 10am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Fri, Sat, Sun: 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Holidays (12/26-1/1; 1/15 & 2/19): 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm 

semi-Privates (Ages 5+) | $210

Semi-private lessons offer two guests (5 years and over) an option to take a lesson with one of our instructors at the same time. Guests seeking this should be at the same ability level - first-timers, children, as well as all ages of intermediate-to-advanced skiers who are looking to perfect their technical skiing or snowboarding skills! Lessons are now 90 minutes long, giving you plenty of time to work on your techniques without feeling rushed.  You can request an instructor. If they are available we can assign them.

LESSON TIMES:

  • Mon-Thurs as requested: 10am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Fri, Sat, & Sun: 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Holidays (12/26-1/1; 1/15 & 2/19): 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm 

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MINI-Privates (Age 2-4) | $160

Mini-Private lessons are available for potty trained children ages two (2) to four (4) years of age an option to take a lesson with one of our instructors for very basic beginner skiing (snowboards are not an option). Kids should be prepared to be outside for 90-minutes but instructors do take breaks in our Learning Yurt to warm up.    

LESSON TIMES:

  • Mon-Thurs as requested: 10am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Fri, Sat, & Sun: 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
  • Holidays (12/26-1/1; 1/15 & 2/19): 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm 

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ADD AN HOUR | $100*

An additional hour can be added upon request to a private, semi-private or mini-private lesson if the instructor has availability. 

  • *Due to the high demand of instructors, this ADD-ON is limited and not available for online advanced purchase and can only be done at the conclusion of your lesson if instructor is available.

Alpine Learning Center Policies

We understand things happen and unforeseen circumstances can change plans. These policies are to ensure the accessibility of lessons for all. Our Alpine Learning Center will always work to understand each case and reschedule to the best of our ability.

AVAILABILITY

Please understand that lessons are in high demand and at times sold out. To respect the time of our instructors and others who need lessons, please read the policies below to fully understand your responsibilities when booking.

WHERE TO GO 

Our Alpine Learning Center Desk is located in our Administration Building.  When you arrive take a left as you walk in our main gate entrance. Check in to your lesson there. We'll get you set up to meet your instructor at the flag pertaining to your lesson booking.  The flags are located between the Blitzen and Santa lifts near our children's yurt.  (to the left of the Ski School desk if you are looking up at the ski slopes.)

Please note: Grab your lift ticket (and rentals) first to be ready for your lesson. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your lesson to check in and get the most out of your time!

PURCHASE AGREEMENT

Purchase of lessons indicates that you have read and agree to all Alpine Learning Center policies, including Cancellation Policies (see below).

  • Full payment is required in advance to secure booking.
  • The purchase of lessons does not include a lift ticket or rental equipment.
  • In the event that a child is no longer a willing participant in their lesson, we will contact the parent/guardian to pick up the child. We respect the autonomy of children, and will never force any student of any age to participate.
  • Our instructors and programs are not licensed Child Care facilities. When contacted, parents must come immediately to pick up their child. If not adhered to, the resulting penalty may vary.
  • In the event that a lesson must end prematurely (due to participation, equipment, or injury), it is solely up to the Alpine Learning Center to determine the outcome of a potential credit voucher.

CANCELLATION

  • All lessons canceled before 5 days of the lesson date will be assessed a $10 cancellation fee.
  • All lessons canceled within 2 days of the lesson date will be non-refundable with no exceptions.
  • If the guest wishes to reschedule, they must do so prior to 2 days from their arrival.
  • Lessons can only be rescheduled ONE time and will incur a $10 rescheduling fee.
  • Once a lesson has been rescheduled, it becomes non-refundable if the guest wishes to cancel.

RESCHEDULING

  • Lessons can only be rescheduled ONE time and will incur a $10 rescheduling fee.
  • In the event your lesson needs to be rescheduled, we cannot guarantee an available time on the date of your arrival. We recommend rescheduling at least 5 days in advance.
  • Once a lesson has been rescheduled, it becomes non-refundable if the guest wishes to cancel.
  • Lessons will not be extended, rescheduled, prorated, or refunded due to the late arrival of guests.
  • Arrive at the Alpine Learning Center for check-in at least 20 minutes prior to your lesson, ready* to be on the hill.
    • *Tickets purchased and RFID pass acquired with rental equipment (if necessary) purchased, fitted, and with you.