learn how to Ski + Snowboard
With over 100 instructors, the largest team in the region, Sundown Mountain Resort offers ski and snowboard lessons built around safety, fun, and real progress. Whether it’s your first day on snow or you’re ready to sharpen your turns, our instructors will meet you where you are.
A valid lift ticket or season pass is required for all lessons. If you need rentals, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your lesson.
Book ahead. Lessons are first come, first served, and online reservations close at 5:00 PM the day before.
Group Lessons
Ages 9 – 99
$35
per person/lesson
- 60-minute ski or snowboard lesson
- Weekdays: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM
- Weekends: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Lift ticket and rental not included.
Booking for 15 or more? Call us at 563.556.6676.
Private Lessons
Ages 9 – 99
$85
for one person/lesson
+ $40 each additional person
- 60-minute one-on-one or small-group ski or snowboard lesson
- Weekdays: 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM
- Weekends: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Lift ticket and rental not included.
Maximum of 5 people per private lesson.
Kid’s Park Lessons
Ages 3 – 8
$90*
per Child/lesson
- 60-minute ski or snowboard lesson
- Offered ONLY on Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays.
- Weekends and holidays only: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Includes a complimentary All-Area lift ticket for the day.
- Rental not included.
We encourage booking in advance as they are first come, first serve.
Adaptive Ski Lesson
For skiers of all ages with visual or physical disabilities
$25
per instructor*
- 60 Minute Lessons
- Number of instructors is based on each skier’s needs
- Please schedule at least two weeks in advance
Adaptive equipment available: sit-skis (require two instructors), bi-skis, mono-skis, and outriggers.
Looking to work on your skills throughout the season?
