Let the Loveland Ski & Ride School help your little snow rider develop a lifelong love of snow sports. Our expert staff is trained specifically to help children build their confidence and skill while having tons of fun. Children are grouped based on ability to ensure the development of every child. Helmets are included in all children’s rental packages.

Reservations are strongly recommended for all Ski & Ride School lessons, especially on weekends and holidays. Reservations can be made over the phone prior to your visit. Walk-ins will be taken on a first-come first-serve basis depending on availability. Please be aware that the only way to guarantee lesson availability is by making a reservation in advance.

CHILDREN’S GROUP LESSONS AGES 7-14 (SKIING & SNOWBOARDING)

We want your child to have a positive, productive and fun learning experience. These 2.5 hour classes start at Loveland Valley. Children are grouped by ability for the safety, fun and learning of all with class sizes of no more than 7. Reservations are strongly recommended for all Ski & Ride School lessons, especially on weekends and holidays. Reservations can be made over the phone prior to your visit. Walk-ins will be taken on a first-come first-serve basis depending on availability. Please be aware that the only way to guarantee lesson availability is by making a reservation in advance. Cancellations and reschedulings are subject to a fee. Rental equipment includes skis or snowboard, bindings and boots, and helmet and goggles. Lunch, snacks and drinks not included with lesson.

Loveland Valley is scheduled to open on Friday, November 19 and lessons will be available then.

We will start accepting phone reservations for group lessons on November 1.

CHILDREN’S GROUP LESSONS AGES 4-6  (SKIING ONLY)

We introduce your young children to skiing in a positive and encouraging environment with just the right amount of skiing and tons of fun. Early drop off is available at 8:15am in our Children’s Ski & Ride School facility at Loveland Valley. These classes start at Loveland Valley Ski & Ride School Office and run from 10:00am until 3:15pm. First-timers begin their lesson indoors with special exercises designed to encouraging their success once they move on to the snow. Children are grouped by age and ability and classes are kept small with no more than 5 students for each group.  4 & 5 year old students ski mainly on our three Magic Carpets at Loveland Valley and are introduced to Lift #7 once they have mastered the terrain on the Magic Carpets. Students in this program do not ski at Loveland Basin.  Private Lessons are recommended for any student in this age group that may have the skills necessary to ski Loveland Basin.    Cancellations without 24 hours notice are subject to a $15 cancellation fee. Rental equipment includes skis or snowboard, bindings and boots.

Full-day lesson, lift ticket and lunch
NA

Full-day lesson, lift ticket, lunch & equipment rental
NA

4, 5 and 6 year old lessons will not be offered during the 2021/22 season.
Please visit our private lesson page for more lesson options.

PARENTS:  You must provide your child with waterproof gloves, waterproof snow pants, jacket and sunscreen.  These items may be purchased in the slope-side Sport Shop at Loveland Valley.

Cancellations and reschedulings are subject to a fee. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

CLICK HERE to download the Ski & Ride School waiver.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

CANCELLATIONS
48 hours or more in advance = full refund
24 – 47 hours in advance = 50% refund
Less than 24 hours = no refund

RESCHEDULES
First reschedule 24 hours or more in advance = no charge
Subsequent reschedules = $20

Cancellations and reschedules must be COMPLETED at least 24 hours in advance. Attempting to call, leaving a message or emailing is not sufficient.