There’s no better place to learn the sport of cross country skiing than here at Lapland Lake in the Adirondacks! Our Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) certified Ski School offers quality instruction to everyone from the very first-timer to racers seeking to refine technique.

Check the link below for their group, private and lesson packages

Learn about Song and Labrador Mountains Lesson Programs at the link below.

We offer both group and private lessons to both members and non-members to foster a love of the sport and teach the fundamentals.

Buffalo Ski Center Offers Members a variety of lesson programs for kids and adults. Find out more at the link below.

Reach new heights on and off the slopes.

Windham Mountain Club’s Ski and Ride School offers a variety of tailored experiences for guests of all skill-levels, from first-day beginners to those with elite aspirations.

Explore private, one-to-one on-snow lessons or the electrifying energy of group dynamics and season-long programs.

Private Lessons–  One hour lesson for $65. One-on-one lesson with an instructor. You will be provided a lift ticket during the lesson. Experience personalized learning with our private lessons geared to your goals.  Elevate your skills, boost your confidence, and experience the transformative power of one-on-one instruction.

Semi-Private Lessons– $105 for 2.  One hour lesson for you and a friend.  Add up to 4 additional participants at $50 pp.

5 Pack of Private Lessons– $300 for 5 one hour private lessons.  For the avid learner consider our 5 private lesson pack.  The same great expert guidance at an unbeatable discount.  You will be provided a lift ticket during the lesson.   Whether you’re a beginner looking to kickstart your passion or a seasoned pro aiming for perfection, our experienced instructors tailor each lesson to your unique needs and goals.  Join us and embark on a path to excellence today.

Learn to Ski or Ride Packages– $75 group lesson (90min).  Never skied or snow boarded but can’t wait to try?  This package is for you!  Join fellow “never-evers” for a group lesson on our Learning Zone.  Expert instruction, 4 hour Learning Zone ticket, and 4 hour rental equipment included.  Add a helmet for just $12.  (MUST BE 8 y.o. or older) AVAILABLE 10:30am WEEKENDS and HOLIDAYS.  Reservations required.  315.827.4721 x4

LEARN TO SKI OR SNOWBOARD -   Beginner age 8 to Adult

Are you a newcomer to the slopes?  The Whiteface Snowsports School offers lessons for ages 13+ to help you reach your skiing and riding goals. Whiteface Snowsports School is a nationally recognized PSIA-AASI Member School. We have certified instructors offering higher performance and higher guest satisfaction.

Our instructors are industry experts, passionate about what they do, and committed to developing your skills, building your confidence and challenging you with new terrain, all while having fun and at a comfortable pace.

Learn to Ski and Ride at West Mountain. West offers daily group and private lesson instruction to children and adults of all abilities. Our passionate instructors, led by West Mountain's Snowsports On-hill Director Mike Dorman, are trained and ready to help everyone be better skiers and riders. West’s Ski & Ride School is a certified member school of the Professional Ski Instructors of America.

The Thunder Ridge Snowsports School has been a member school of the Professional Ski Instructors of America for more than 40 years with over 200 trained ski and snowboard instructors. We boast the highest percentage of PSIA certified instructors in the northeast. We teach all levels, from beginner to expert from tiny tots to senior citizens.

Our snowsports school offers Daily Group Lessons, Private Lessons, Family Private Lessons and a Six Week Program for beginner to advanced skiers. No matter what your ability, we’ll make it a Thunderous and memorable day for you and your family.

Titus Mountain offers a variety of programs including group and private lessons. Find out more at the link below.

Let our instructors help you and your family learn a life long sport. Already know how to ski or board? Our instructors can help you get to the next level! With PSIA and AASI certified instructors on staff, we have some of the best snow sport teachers in the area to help you with your skiing and riding.

Learn about Song and Labrador Mountains Lesson Programs at the link below.

Peek’n Peak has been transforming guests into Winter Sports Enthusiasts for decades! Generations of skiers and snowboarders have grown up on the slopes of The Peak, including several professionals and Olympians. Our professional ski and snowboard instructors strive to give you a fun and safe learning environment to help you learn new skills faster and enjoy your time on the slopes. Whether it is your first time on the snow, or you have been sliding for years, our ski and snowboard pros can help you take your abilities to the next level.

Many of our ski and snowboard pros have attained national certification through the Professional Ski Instructors of America/American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA, AASI), validating their professional knowledge and teaching abilities.

After mastering the beginner area, you’ll graduate to the slopes. Peek’n Peak’s unique geography allows skiers and snowboarders to master techniques on less intimidating elevations. Shorter runs provide skiers and snowboarders the opportunity to ride slopes dozens of times.

We offer private lessons! Plattekill Mountain takes pride in offering quality, personalized private instruction for every ability level. We want our students to see REAL RESULTS from their lesson, and our goal is to turn participants into LIFELONG skiers and riders. In order to do that, we offer several variations of private instruction from one-on-one to private small group lessons. 

Whether it’s your first time skiing or snowboarding… or you’re looking to fine tune your skills, we’ve got the right instruction for you!

We define fun at Mt Van Hoevenberg with our lessons and instruction tailored to everyone’s success. Our Discover programs promote an interactive, student centered teaching approach that helps you reach your full potential. From classic to skate, first-timers to seasoned gliders, let our professional ski instructors guide you through your progression. We’ll develop confidence, refines skills, and takes your cross country ski experience to the next level.

During the lesson, our instructors will provide guidance on selecting and properly fitting boots and skis. Skiing fundamentals, including how to start, stop, navigate uphill and downhill, and even how to safely handle falls.

We provide lessons for beginner, intermediate, and expert skiers in both classic and skate disciplines with group and private lessons available.

Whether you are a first-timer or in need of a refresher, Oak Mountain’s Ski & Snowboard School will help you understand why our instructors love this sport. We will help you build confidence and skills to have the best day on snow!   From our beginner hill, terrain park, blue cruisers, black diamonds and glade trails; you are sure to experience it all.  

Not sure what to expect?
First timers

Learn about your equipment, balancing, how to get up from a fall, how to turn and stop

Mount Peter has turned thousands of beginning skiers and snowboarders into life-long enthusiasts. We’re famous for our Free Beginner Lessons on weekends and holidays and we’ve even helped launch a few competitive careers. Free Beginner Lessons are located at the base of the mountain.

Over the decades, our Mountain School has established a reputation as a highly regarded instructional destination by providing an outstanding level of teaching. Lessons are led by instructors certified by the PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America) and AASI (American Association of Snowboard Instructors), and our Mountain School Director is a certified member of the PSIA Development Team.

Here at Maple Ski Ridge, we offer lessons for a wide range of abilities and preferences.

Whether you are looking for a 1-1 private lesson or a multi-week lesson format,
we are the ski ridge for you!
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Here at McCauley Snow Sport School, we spend as much time having fun and teaching a love for skiing as we do techniques. We consider our Adventure programs our most important program because this is where we introduce this great sport. We want to develop great skiers and racers for their next Adventures.

Adventure programs build the basics, starting with safety. Then fundamental capabilities are established, so children can develop dynamic skiing skills and an expanding awareness of the mountain environment. Social interaction, fun, and togetherness happen as natural part of the learning environment.

Level-up or discover your ‘new thing’ with our array of ski and snowboard lessons for all skill-levels at Kissing Bridge. Our seasoned instructors are here to help you unlock your full potential (or learn for the first time) all winter long.

MAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY ON THE MOUNTAIN

Reach personal peaks with an adult group lesson! Our world-class instructors will focus on what you need to have FUN while reaching your goals.

SET YOUR CHILD UP FOR A LIFETIME OF FUN AND ADVENTURE

Watch your child's confidence soar as they learn new techniques from our world-class instructors, trained specifically to work with children.

MAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY ON THE MOUNTAIN

Reach personal peaks with an adult group lesson! Our world-class instructors will focus on what you need to have FUN while reaching your goals.

SET YOUR CHILD UP FOR A LIFETIME OF FUN AND ADVENTURE

Watch your child's confidence soar as they learn new techniques from our world-class instructors, trained specifically to work with children.

Enhance your skills or learn something completely new with one of our friendly snowsports instructors. Our weekend clinics are just the thing to keep you motivated and on the path of progression. Own the confidence and freedom to carve up any slope your heart desires.

From first-time skiers to competitive racing, the snow sports school at HoliMont is one of the best. Have one of our awesome instructors spend the day skiing with your kids and see how fast they progress.

Available for those desiring a more personal touch and individualized instruction. Reservations are Highly Recommended. 

Holiday Valley offers a variety of lesson programs including Private Lessons, Group Lesson, Mountain Adventures (6-11 year olds), Cubs Lessons (4-5) and Adult Lessons. 

New This Year:

YETI Educational Program

New This Year: The Yeti Educational Program! This unique 8-week (Saturday AM sessions, Jan - March) course is designed to teach aspiring young skiers the fundamentals of ski instruction. Open to students aged 13 to 15, the program prepares participants for a position as a Yeti on our Snowsport team for the following season.

Group lessons for first-timers to lower intermediate are available for children ages 4-12 and adults/teens ages 13 & up. Groups are created based on ability level and age. Most lesson packages include a Lower Mountain Ticket for access to our beginner-friendly terrain and optional gear rental package. New to skiing/snowboarding? Check out our Beginner’s Guide!

Private lessons offer a more customized experience with personalized one-on-one coaching with one of our talented instructors. Private lessons are a good option for those who work better with one-on-one learning.

We also offer adaptive ski or snowboard lessons for those with physical, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities. Adaptive lessons can only be reserved by phone at (518) 251-4804 or (518) 251-2411.

Learning to Ski is Easy at Greek Peak!

At Greek Peak Mountain Resort, our ski lessons are designed to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of our guests. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced skier, we have the perfect lesson option to help you reach your skiing goals. Book your lessons today and start your skiing journey with us! A lift ticket waiver form is also required for the ski season.

Four Seasons offers ski & snowboard programs and camps for anyone looking to improve their skill and knowledge of skiing and snowboarding. While you may not be the next Mikaela Shiffrin or Shawn White you will learn the basic skills needed to ski or snowboard.

To register contact Four Seasons at 315-637-9023 or online below!

Fine tune your skiing and snowboarding at Catamount!

Whether you are a first-timer or someone looking to increase your current skill level, we have the experience you need. Check out the programs and sessions we offer from our PSIA/AASI member Snow Sports school below. Our First Timer package offers the best value package in snow country. Jump into Private lessons that actually MEET the guests expectations and the kiddos will enter the gateway to loving winter sports forever. 

Bristol Mountain offers a variety of lesson programs for kids and adults. Find out more at their page below.