More days, more confidence and more Good Times on snow
BUILD CONFIDENCE, DAY AFTER DAY
Our multi day kids programmes help young skiers and snowboarders progress faster with consistent coaching and more time on snow.
COACHED BY CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS
Kids learn in supportive groups led by experienced instructors who make progression fun, engaging, and confidence-building.
PROGRAMMES FOR EVERY YOUNG RIDER
From first timers to confident young shredders, there’s a programme to match every age and ability.
Build skills that stick at Queenstown’s local mountain
With ability-based groups, familiar coaches and plenty of Good Times along the way, kids can settle in, make snow buddies and progress at the right pace.
From first turns to performance pathways every programme is built to grow confidence, progression and a love of skiing or riding.
Rippers 6 Weekends
One of our most popular programmes, Rippers is all about community, fast progression, awesome coaching and maximum fun!
- Runs for 6 consecutive weeks. Choose a Saturdays or Sunday programme
- Develop technique, speed control, and mountain awareness
- Group lesson format with small groups based on similar ability
- Daily coaching from 9am - 2:30pm
Groms Midweek 3 Day Camp
Groms is all about building confidence and trust with the same instructor at the same location for 3 consecutive days (Mon-Weds)
- Suited for First Timers, Learner Zone and Green Zone skiers
- Starting 20 July 2026, select one of our weekly programmes
Rippers Holiday Camp
Rippers is all about fast progression, awesome coaching and maximum fun in the mountain playgrounds!
- 5 consecutive days of ski or snowboard coaching
- Coaching is from 9am - 2.30pm each day with check-in at 8.45am
- Caters for all ability levels, first timer through high performance
Rippers Teen Holiday Camp
Rippers is all about fast progression, awesome coaching and maximum fun in the mountain playgrounds!
- 5 consecutive days of ski or snowboard coaching
- Coaching is from 9am - 2.30pm each day with check-in at 8.45am
- Caters for all ability levels, first timer through high performance
Junior Performance Academy School Holiday Programme
- Build confidence and skills across alpine racing, park and freeride
- Performance Academy Coaches
- For skiers and riders confident on advanced terrain
- 5–18 July 2026 (school holidays)
- Time: 9:00am – 2:30pm daily (check-in from 8:45am)
Junior Performance Academy
The Junior Performance Academy is where young skiers and riders take their skills to the next level with world-class coaching across alpine racing, freeride, and park.
- Performance Academy Coaches
- For skiers and riders confident on advanced terrain
- Time: 9:00am – 2:30pm daily (check-in from 8:45am)
faqs
Lessons are available for all ability levels, from complete beginners through to advanced skiers and riders.
Beginners can learn the fundamentals in a supportive environment, while intermediate and advanced guests can refine technique, build confidence on steeper terrain or work on more specialised skills. Private lessons and performance camps are particularly popular for experienced riders looking to progress further.
Yes, booking ahead is recommended. Lessons can be in high demand during weekends and school holidays, so reserving your package or lesson early helps secure your spot.
Rentals are not available to book in advance and are issued on a first in, first served basis. However, you can save time by purchasing your rental products online in advance, collecting your MyPass card from Guest Services or our Kiosks then heaind to see our Rentals team on the mountain who will get you fitted and ready for a fun day on the snow.
Our kid’s lessons cater for all ability levels, so if it’s their first time on snow our experienced instructors will help them learn the basics. If your kids already have some experience our team will help them build their ski or snowboarding skills and confidence.
From age 4 and up, kids can join our group ski and snowboard lessons, where they’ll start learning the basics with other young shredders. Our team knows how to keep things fun, confidence-building, and age-appropriate whether it’s their first time sliding or they’re ready to tackle the beginner slopes.
Private lessons are also available. These one-on-one sessions are tailored to your child’s pace and needs, perfect for those who learn best with individual attention.
And the best part? Kids aged 5 and under ski free. You can purchase a Child 5 & Under Season Pass from our online store or at Guest Services. We also offer child passes for ages 6+ that work across Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt.
No matter their age or stage, we’re here to help your tamariki fall in love with the snow.
Our Snowsports team is made up of certified professionals with top-tier training. Every lesson is structured to match your ability, comfort level, and conditions on the day. We start with clear safety briefings, keep group sizes manageable, and focus on steady progression - from first balance to first carve.
You'll also learn the Snow Responsibility Code along the way, so you're not just riding better, but riding with awareness of others on the mountain.
To Change Your Booking:
You can make some changes to your reservations, subject to availability.
- Log in to your account and head to your Profile page
- Select "OVERVIEW" and then "ORDER HISTORY"
- Find your order and select "DETAILS"
- Select "RESERVATIONS"
- Select "RESCHEDULE" and then your preferred date.
Note: If you made your reservation over the phone or in person, please contact Guest Services on [email protected] (use subject line "Reschedule Reservation").
Changing Lesson Reservations: Lessons are subject to availability and must be rescheduled no later than 24 hours before your lesson start time.
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