Breckenridge Ski & Snowboard School FAQ's
If you register online you may reserve rentals in advance. Please allow a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the lesson start time on the first day for fitting. If possible please come in the afternoon the day before to pick up tickets and get fitted for rental equipment.
Change of Plans?
To change your reservations please call:
- Vail: 1-970-754-4300
- Beaver Creek: 1-970-754-5300
- Keystone: 1-970-496-4170
- Breckenridge: 1-970-453-3250
- Crested Butte: 1-970-251-7022
- Northstar: 1-530-562-1010
- Heavenly: 1-775-586-7000
- Kirkwood: 1-209-258-7356
- Park City: 1-435-658-5530
- Stevens Pass: 1-206-812-4510
- Whistler Blackhomb: 1-604-967-8950
- Stowe: 1-802-253-3000
- Mount Sunapee: 1-603-763-3541
- Okemo: 1-802-228-1600
No, you can purchase a lesson only ticket to be used in conjunction with the lift ticket for the day your child is participating in the children's ski and snowboard school program. The lesson only product can be purchased by calling (970) 453-3250.
Child Lessons - We start with willing, potty-trained 3 year olds. Please prepare your child for separation from mom and dad for the day.
Adult Lessons are for ages 15 and up. If you wish to have your family learn together, you will need to book a private lesson. Private Lessons can be reserved by calling the corresponding number below.
- For the age 7-14 programs the children meet their instructor at 9:15am. They leave the base area at 9:30 am. The class will stop for lunch and take a bathroom and drink break when needed. Otherwise they will ski/snowboard until 3:30pm
- For 3-year-old beginner programs, the children will do an indoor ski lesson and then go outside on the hill for a combined 2.5 hours of ski time throughout the day. They will come in around noon for lunch. Pick up is at 3:30pm. Other time spent inside consists of arts & crafts, practice in snow gear, and yoga!
- For 4-6-year-old beginner programs, the children need to be checked in by 9:30am. They will ski more intermittently throughout the day with bathroom and warming up breaks based on the stamina of the group. They will come in for lunch around noon. Parent pick up is at 3:30pm.
Children: If it snows during lessons, the kids will ski or snowboard and will come inside for frequent breaks during extremely low temperatures.
Adults: We LOVE snow! We send class out regardless of the weather. The class will take breaks, but dress properly and you will enjoy every minute of it.
We start with willing, potty-trained 3 year olds, all the way up to 14 years of age. For Ultimate 4 lessons we accomodate starting at age 4.
Please help prepare your child for separation from mom and dad for the day.
Children's SB Lessons
For group lessons we accomodate ages 4 - 14. For Ultimate 4 lessons we accomodate starting at age 7. Maximum of 4 children per class.
Pre-registration online is highly recommended
Get in the ZONE
We split the lessons into what 'zone' you ski in; beginner, intermediate, and advanced. For instance within the beginner zone, there are skiers/boarders that are first-timers, up to those just starting on intermediate runs. Within that zone, you will be matched up with other students that are at your level. So all you really need to let us know is if you ski on beginner, intermediate, or advanced runs, that's the level of lesson to take.
How early do I have to wake up?
- Lessons start at 9:00 AM
- Arrive 1 hour prior to the scheduled start time of your lesson
- Allow extra time if you need rental equipment that morning
- Please remember to have all rental equipment with you when you arrive at the lesson meeting spot
Remember To Bring:
- Dress in layers. This allows you to adjust to changing temperatures
- Eye Protection; sunglasses or goggles
- Good Gloves - Your gardening gloves won't make the cut
- Good Socks - A well-fitted pair of wool or synthetic wool socks, not too thick. Cotton socks aren't recommended.
- Waterproof jackets and pants will keep you warmer and more comfortable
- Water - it's important to stay hydrated at dry altitude
- A Snack - something small that will fit in a pocket to keep up energy
- Credit Card or cash for payment and any food you may want to buy on the mountain
- Sunblock - the suns rays and its reflection off the snow are powerful at this altitude
- And of course: Skis, snowboard, boots, poles (you'd be surprised how many people forget)
We maintain an up-to-date inventory of equipment to fit your needs. Alpine, cross-country skiing and snowboarding instruction is available. We offer exciting opportunities for all skier levels, from first-time beginners to experts. Lessons are available to all skiers and snowboarders over 4 years of age.
Lessons include one-on-one instruction, all necessary equipment and lift tickets.
The BOEC is located in The Village on Peak 9.
For more information, please visit boec.org/.
To make a reservation, call 970-453-5633.
Siblings of different ages in Day Care/ Nursery
No, if you children are in different age groups, they cannot be placed in the same classroom for the day. In some cases if our staff feels there is a need, siblings may have the opportunity for brief visits during the day.