An inexpensive introduction to skiing and snowboarding using our “Station Rotation” teaching method. Our three stations will teach you the basic one, two, and threes of skiing or snowboarding!
Dates
- Weekdays and Weekends
Times
- Weekdays: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Weekends: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Price
- $19 per person
Duration
- Approximately 30 to 45 minutes
Age
- 9 years old minimum
Important Details
- Lift tickets and rental equipment are NOT included with this lesson. Mt. Crescent highly recommends pre-purchasing lift tickets and rentals to ensure availability and save you time in line when you arrive.
- Online reservations are welcome but not required for these lessons.
What You'll Learn: Beginner Ski
Station 1
- Putting skis on and off
- Falling and getting up
- Moving around on skis
- Slow straight run
Station 2
- Introduction to the Snowplow
- Going down a gentle slope in a Snowplow
- Adjusting speed by increasing/decreasing the Snowplow angle
- Stop using the Snowplow
Station 3
- Introduction to turns
- Steering the Snowplow to change direction, adjusting weight and body position to create a turn
- Attempt to make S shapes down the the gentle slope
- Instructor closing statements and brief instructions on use of the lift
What You'll Learn: Beginner Snowboard
Station 1
- Equipment review
- Get bindings on and off
- Skating around
- Work on gliding
- Gliding with toe and or heal drag
Station 2
- Introduce side slipping
- Side slipping on toes
- Side slipping on heals
- Proper body position is essential for success
Station 3
- Explain getting off the lift
- Work on one foot board slide
- Proper body position
- Hanging the heel over the edge for extra control
- Instructor closing statement
Please Read Before Arrival!
ACCOUNT:
Having an online account is REQUIRED to purchase tickets or participate in activity at Mt. Crescent. We HIGHLY suggest setting up an account, signing your e-waiver, and purchasing online before you visit (if applicable) to save you time in line and ensure availability. To get started, please follow the instructions on our Know Before You Go page.
WAIVER:
Every person must have a signed waiver before doing any winter activity at Mt. Crescent Ski Area. A waiver must be e-signed by a parent or legal guardian for anyone under 18 years of age.
NO-REFUND POLICY:
Mt. Crescent reserves a no-refund policy for tickets and season passes and cannot be held responsible for weather or snow conditions. Mt. Crescent holds the right to modify hours at any time. Please read our Policies Page before making any purchase. Thank you!
Mt. Crescent reserves a no-refund policy for tickets and season passes and cannot be held responsible for weather or snow conditions. Mt. Crescent holds the right to modify hours at any time. Please read our refund policy before making any purchase. Thank you!

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