Ski School

Learn to Ski

With industry-respected leadership from Michigan Snowsports Industry president Steve Kershner and Michigan Ski Coach Hall of Fame member Rick Vantongeren, our certified PSIA and AASI instructors provide individual and group lessons for all abilities in all disciplines.

Choose from Private Lessons, Group Lessons, and specially-designed programs for children ages 5-12. For beginners to advanced, including race clinics and cross-country skiing.

After a quick ride on the SkiBra, Schuss Mountain’s Super Kids beginner area delivers a safe and fun learning environment, while Shanty Creek Resort's “terrain-based teaching” allow skiers to progress on the bunny hill with confidence.

Snowboard Instructor with Student Snowboarder next to the Magic Carpet at Schuss Mountain

Ages 5-12

SuperKids

Our BEGINNER group program for 5-12-year-olds introduces skiing with terrain-based instruction allowing the students to have fun while improving at his/her own pace. As skills and confidence grow, they move onto more challenging bunny hill terrain.

• Mornings: 10am-12:15pm: $89
• Afternoons: 1:15-3:30pm: $89
• Rental packages must be booked separately and include skis with bindings, boots and a helmet

Note: SuperKids is only available Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays.

Shanty Creek Ski Instructors show many children how to ski down the bunny hill

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Lessons may not be booked day-of. Please make your lessons in advance of your arrival.
Afternoon programs available on Saturdays and Holidays only.
A lift ticket is included for children ages 8 and under.
Program sessions for kids may include a rest break.
Snowboard lessons are available for children as private lessons only. Request a private lesson here.
A private lesson is available for children ages 3-4, and 13+. Request a private lesson here.

"Hire a Pro" Private Lessons

All Ages	First Person	Additional Person(s)
1 Hour	$89	$49
2 Hours	$169	$79
3 Hours	$249	$109

• Hourly private lessons offered at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm.
• Lift ticket is included for children 8 and under.
• Multi-hour “Hire a Pro” lessons for kids 12 and under may include a rest break.
• Changes to reserved lessons must be received 72 hours in advance for a refund.
• Snowboard lessons are available for children as private lessons only.
• We recommend at least 48 hours advance notice to schedule a private lesson.
• Requests for a specific instructor must be made at least three days in advance.

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