Our 2024/25 Winter Snow Sports Recreation Guide is now available! Click to download the pdf or pickup a printed magazine at one of our island distribution locations: Ski Tak Hut, Blue Toque, ROAM Media, Alternative Groove, The Comox Valley & Campbell River Visitor Centres, VI Public Libraries, and some recreation centres. If you already know what program you'd like to book or are looking for more details, please contact us at lessons@mountwashington.ca Our Rec Sales Agents are available via email and phone to assist with booking your experience.
We can't wait to hear from you and help reserve your snow sports. You can also click here to view Lesson & Rental details on pages of our website. Let it snow, let it snow!
Welcome to the sport of Skiing and Snowboarding! This half-day or full-day group lesson package is designed for those who have never skied or snowboarded before. Includes an Easy Acres lift ticket, rental equipment (eg. skis/board, boots, poles, and helmets) and either a half-day 2.5-hour beginner lesson with a supervised snack break (snack included) or a full day with 5 hours of lessons and two snack breaks (snacks included). Add lunch for a fully supervised day of fun on the slopes.
NEW THIS WINTER!Learn to Ski or Snowboard at night! This package includes a beginner lift ticket, rental equipment (eg. Skis/snowboard, boots, poles, and helmet) and a 2hr beginner lesson *No snack break
* Saturday, Sunday and Christmas holidays only.
A return package that provides a discounted rate after completion of the Discover Skiing & Snowboarding program.
Includes an all-mountain lift pass, half day 2.5 hour lesson with snack and rentals.
Mount Washington's Learn to Turn program is a combination of three of our most successful and popular programs to help you get out on the slopes faster and with more confidence. We have combined our Discover Skiing/Snowboarding package with an additional 2 group lessons, rentals, and two all-mountain lift passes. You save up to 50% compared with paying separately!
Rookie Year is a ground-breaking all-inclusive program designed specifically for tots and children who are first-time skiers and boarders. Unique to Mount Washington, the Rookie Year Program includes, a seasons-pass, seasonal rentals for skiing or snowboarding and 5 afternoon half-day group lessons with a snack in our Snow School
Group Lessons are a great way to learn with others of similar ability. Classes are kept small and instructors are trained to deal with splits so that the learning environment is kept fun and active. Half-day group lessons are 2.5 hours in length and include a snack. Full day lessons include 5 hours of instruction and 2 snack breaks (snacks included). Add lunch for a fully supervised day of fun on the slopes!
Group Lessons are a great way to learn with others of similar ability. Classes are kept small and instructors are trained to deal with splits so that the learning environment is kept fun and active. Half-day group lessons are 2.5 hours in length and include a snack. Full day lessons include 5 hours of instruction and 2 snack breaks (snacks included). Add lunch for a fully supervised day of fun on the slopes!
5-Week Program: Introduce your little ones to the sport of skiing in a fun and safe environment! Our instructors and daycare team will teach the basics of ski equipment, mobility and beginner skiing skills through games and fun activities. Lessons take place in our tots interactive courtyard. Our goal will be to have tots on the teaching carpet by the end of the program. Includes equipment and hot chocolate.
5-week program: New this winter! We’re going back to half day programming! 2.5 hour lesson with a snack to maximize skill development in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. Tots are grouped together in similar-ability skiing and snowboarding classes with the same instructor for all 5 weeks.
*Please note: We’ve added an extra skiing ability level. Please see ability levels on our ability guide.10-week program: The Freeride Program promotes the development of all mountain skiing and riding by combining elements of freestyle, race and general improvement strategies. Every Saturday or Sunday your child will be grouped with the same instructor to allow for awesome skill progression and tons of fun. Lunch is supervised and can be purchased as an additional option.
Note: Classes are not offered over the Family Day Weekend
10-week program: VI Riders is a freestyle development program for Snowboarders. The focus of our program is on learning new tricks and mastering the fundamentals of snowboarding. Riders will work on all-mountain skills and spend time learning tricks in the terrain park. Rider development is of a freestyle nature and training is in a fun, confidence-building atmosphere. Riders must be Ability Level 3+
Note: Classes are not offered over the Family Day WeekendJoin the Mountain Kids Holiday camp during the Christmas Holidays, Family Day weekend or Spring Break! This 3 day camp focuses on skill development through fun, games and exercises. Mornings are spent working on skills, while the afternoon consists of games and fun activities in the snow. Includes: Three full days of lessons and supervised lunch. For all ability levels.
Book a second Holiday Camp session for the same child and save $50! **Must be booked at the same time. Book over the phone or in-person to receive discount.Private Lessons are the best way to improve your skiing and snowboarding technique. Whether you are looking to take your skiing or riding to the next level or you just want to fine-tune your turns, then consider taking a private lesson with one of our expert instructors. As a bonus you get lift line priority, which means more time on the snow and less in the line up.
Reservations are strongly encouraged. Please go online to mountwashington.ca to book or call (250) 338-1386 ext 384, to speak with a lesson specialist. Class sizes are limited to ensure fun and safety
Know before you go! Prepare to make the most of your time with us on the snow.Lesson Cancellation Policy
