Where do lessons meet?

All lessons meet on snow at the Ski School Meeting Place, located at the base of the Learning Center Quad.

Do lessons include rentals and lift tickets?

No. Rentals and lift tickets are not included with lessons. These can be purchased in advance online.

Can my children join a group lesson?

Yes. We offer a two-hour morning group lesson and a full-day lesson for children ages 4–10. Check-in is at 9:45 am, and lessons begin at 10:00 am on Fridays, Saturdays, and select holidays.

Does the full-day program include lunch?

Yes. Lunch is included in the full-day program.

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Equipment Rentals

Lessons Offered Daily Starting in December

Build Your Skills on the Slopes

Each Bretton Woods lesson is designed to match your age, ability level, and goals on the mountain. Lesson options vary by format, group size, duration, and included extras, with private, group, and adaptive programs available for skiers and riders of all levels. A valid lift ticket or season pass is required, and participants should arrive at the Ski School Meeting Place 15 minutes before the start time. Be sure to review each lesson description carefully to choose the option that fits you best. Age requirements and restrictions apply.

Ski School Location 603-278-3303

- Participants must have a lift ticket or season pass visible before the lesson starts.
- Lessons do not include lift tickets unless otherwise noted.
- Please meet at the Ski School Meeting Place 15 minutes prior to your lesson ready to go.
- Children must be at least four years old and able to use the restroom on their own.
- Please see info below and store for lesson-specific information.
- We strongly recommend booking your lesson in advance.
For full Terms & Conditions including cancellation, please view our Cancellation & Refund Policies page here.

Find Your Fit

Ski & Snowboard Lessons

Bretton Woods Ski Area Family Ski Lessons

Ages 4 to 6 · Private Lesson · $179

Snow Play Private Lesson

Your child’s first day on snow, crafted entirely around them. One instructor, one young skier or rider, and a playful hour of discovering the gear, the cold, and the magic of gliding. Lift ticket and rentals sold separately.

Duration: 60 minutes
Start Times: 9 AM, 11 AM, 1:30 PM
Not Included: Lift ticket and rental equipment. Purchased before lesson

Requirements:
Ages 4 to 6 only
Potty trained and toilet independent
Advance reservation required

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Ages 4 and Up · Private Lesson · From $249

90 Minute Private Lesson

Your goals, your pace, your instructor. Learn on your own or bring up to three others along for a fully personalized session on skis or a snowboard, from first turns to confident carving. Lift ticket and rentals sold separately.

Duration: 90 minutes
Start Times: 9 AM, 11 AM, 1:30 PM
Not Included: Lift ticket and rental equipment. Purchased before lesson

Requirements:
Ages 4 and up
Potty trained and toilet independent
All participants at the same level and discipline
Advance reservation required

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Group of young children in taking a ski lesson on a snowy slope, guided by instructors at Bretton Woods.

Ages 4 to 12 · Group Lesson · $299

Half Day Children’s Group Lesson

A morning on the mountain, built for young skiers. Kids learn in small groups matched by age and ability, with playful Snow Play learning for ages 4 to 6 and game driven skill building for ages 7 to 12. Lesson and lift ticket included. Rentals sold separately.

Duration: 2 hours
Start Time: 10 AM
Pick Up: 12 PM
Not Included: Rental equipment

Requirements:
Ages 4 to 12
Potty trained and toilet independent
Red Zone to Mountain Green skill level
Skiing only
Advance reservation required

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Ages 4 to 12 · Group Lesson · $329

Full Day Children’s Group Lesson

A full day of skiing, friendship, and discovery. Kids learn in small groups matched by age and ability, with playful Snow Play learning for ages 4 to 6 and game driven skill building for ages 7 to 12. Lessons, lunch, and lift ticket included. Rentals sold separately.

Duration: 5 hours, with lunch break
Start Time: 10 AM
Pick Up: 3 PM
Not Included: Rental equipment

Requirements:
Ages 4 to 12
Potty trained and toilet independent
Red Zone to Mountain Green skill level
Skiing only
Advance reservation required

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Ages 13 and Up · Group Lesson · $239

Adult Learn to Ski or Ride

Your first turns start here. In two hours, our instructors guide you from clicking into your gear to sliding, turning, and stopping with confidence on skis or a snowboard. Rentals and Learning Center Quad lift ticket included.

Duration: 2 hours
Start Times: 10 AM, 1 PM
Included: Rental equipment and Learning Center Quad lift ticket

Requirements:
Ages 13 and up
First time skiers and snowboarders only
Advance reservation required

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A snowboarder carves down the slope under snowfall.

Ages 7 and Up · Private Lesson · $829

The Half Day Private

Three hours with a pro, on your terms. Bring up to three others and let your instructor take you exactly where you want to go, from first turns to steeps and trees. One flat price for your whole group. Lift tickets and rentals sold separately.

Duration: 3 hours with 2 short breaks
Start Time: 9 AM
Group Size: 1 to 4 people
Not Included: Lift ticket and rental equipment. Purchased before lesson

Requirements:
Ages 7 and up
All participants at the same level or able to ski or ride the same terrain
All skiers or all snowboarders, not both
Advance reservation required

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Ages 7 and Up · Private Lesson · $1,099

The Full Day Private

A full day with a pro, from first chair to last run. Bring up to three others and let your instructor guide you anywhere you want to go, from first turns to steeps and trees. One flat price for your whole group. Lift tickets and rentals sold separately.

Duration: 6 hours with 2 short breaks
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Group Size: 1 to 4 people
Not Included: Lift ticket and rental equipment. Purchased before lesson

Requirements:
Ages 7 and up
All participants at the same level or able to ski or ride the same terrain
All skiers or all snowboarders, not both
Advance reservation required

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Adaptive Lessons · New England Disabled Sports

Adaptive Ski and Ride Lessons

The mountain is for everyone. Our partners at New England Disabled Sports (NEDs) offer adaptive lessons designed to help every guest experience the thrill of skiing and riding at Bretton Woods. Visit New England Disabled Sports for lesson details, pricing, and reservations.

Location: Parking lot level of the Baselodge

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Lesson Check-In Location

Meeting Location

Meet 15 minutes before scheduled lesson time outside at the red flag near the Learning Center Quad.

Map of Bretton Woods Ski Area base lodge area

All lessons meet on snow at the Ski School Meeting Place, located at the base of the Learning Center Quad. You should arrive 15 minutes prior to your lesson ready to go with your purchased lift tickets or season pass visible.
We offer multiple group lessons daily for children. Please visit the eStore for more info.
Adult Learn to Ski & Ride lessons include rentals and a lift ticket for the Learning Center Quad only.
Children’s Group lessons include a full mountain lift ticket only. Rentals are sold separately.
All other lessons require the purchase of lift tickets and/or rentals separate from the lesson.
- Red Zone: First time skiing or riding.
- Yellow Zone: I have skied or snowboarded before. Working on turning and stopping.
- Learning Center Green: Turning and stopping in a wedge for skiers and heel and toe-side for snowboarders. Working on linking turns.
- Mountain Green: Linking turns and maintaining speed control on all green trails. Mountain Green riders must be able to link a variety of turns on all green and some blue terrain before moving to the Blue Zone.
- Blue Zone: I am skiing and riding mostly blue trails, using a variety of turn shapes to control my speed. I challenge myself with some black trails. Blue Zone must be able to ski and ride all blue and some black terrain before moving to the Black Zone.
- Black Zone: I am skiing parallel and riding a variety of black trails (bumps, trees, and steeps) and exploring basic freestyle movements.