How to Prepare for Your Lesson

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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

The Breck Ski & Ride School has three locations where Child Group Lessons meet. View our Base Area Map and look for signage at each location to assist you and review our Arrival & Parking Information


Peak 8
Grand Colorado Children's Facility:
Plaza below the Peak 8 Breck Connect Gondola.

Village (Peak 9)
Village Kids Facility:
Ground Level plaza at Village next to Maggie Pond.

Beaver Run (Peak 9)
Beaver Run Kids Facility:
Ground Level plaza in the Beaver Run Resort.

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive 60 minutes early. If you are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
  • Rental equipment is available during check-in at all three locations.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • Lift tickets are available during check-in at all three locations.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In
  • Arrive at your lesson's location 30 minutes ahead of lesson time to allow time for check-in, guest experience support, and to discuss skills and leveling. Your child will meet their instructor after check-in.
  • Feel free to ask any questions during this process about drop-off, pick-up, lunch or anything else you may need information on.
  • Once complete, our team will take it from there! We ask that parents remain outside of our facilities and learning areas during our lesson times. 
Lesson Start and Pick-Up Times

Please make sure to confirm location and pick-up times with child’s specific instructor. The instructor will provide a summary of their lesson, a progress report and preview future lessons at pick-up.

  • Half-Day Morning Lessons: 9am - 11:30am
  • Half-Day Afternoon Lessons: 12:30pm - 3pm
  • Full-Day Lessons: 9am - 3pm
 

Arrival Information

The Breck Ski & Ride School has three locations where Adult Group Lessons meet. View our Base Area Map and look for signage at each location to assist you and review our Arrival & Parking Information


Peak 8
Grand Colorado Facility:
Plaza below the Peak 8 Breck Connect Gondola

Village (Peak 9)
Village Plaza:
Behind the Maggie Restaurant

Beaver Run (Peak 9)
Beaver Run Resort Plaza:
On-Snow, by Ticket Office and Guest Services

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive 60 minutes early. If you are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
  • Rental equipment is available at all three locations.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • Lift tickets are available at all three locations.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In
  • Arrive at your lesson's location 30 minutes ahead of lesson time to allow time for check-in, guest experience support, and meeting your instructor.
Lesson Times
  • Half-Day Morning Lessons: 9am - 11:30am
  • Half-Day Afternoon Lessons: 12:30pm - 3pm
  • Full-Day Lessons: 9am - 3pm
  • Full-Day Lessons (Advanced Levels only): 9:30am - 3pm
 

Arrival Information

The Breck Ski & Ride School has three locations where Private Lessons meet. View our Base Area Map and look for signage at each location to assist you and review our Arrival & Parking Information


Peak 8
Grand Colorado Plaza:
Top of Breck Connect Gondola next to Ski Hill Grill.

Village (Peak 9)
Village Plaza:
Next to Maggie Restaurant.

Beaver Run (Peak 9)
Beaver Run Resort Plaza:
 

Step 1:
Equipment
  • If you are picking up rental gear, please arrive 60 minutes early. If you are bringing your own gear please skip this step.
  • Rental equipment is available at all three locations.
Step 2:
Lift Tickets
  • All lessons require a valid lift ticket or season pass to participate.
  • Lift tickets are available at all three locations.
Step 3:
Lesson Check-In
  • Arrive at your lesson's location 30 minutes ahead of lesson time to allow time for check-in, guest experience support, and meeting your instructor.
Lesson Times
  • Half-Day Morning Lessons: 9am - 12pm
  • Half-Day Afternoon Lessons: 12:45pm - 3:45pm
  • Full-Day Lessons: 9am - 3:30pm
 
Family skiing with an instructor in a private lesson

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.
  • If this is your first time skiing or snowboarding, we'll spend ample time in our learning areas to ensure you are ready to be successful on the slopes.
  • Lunch is included with Full Day Child Group Lessons only. For all other 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 tree 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.