Big News: Dodge Ridge Moves to 7-Day Operations Starting Sunday, Dec. 15th! We’re thrilled to announce that Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort will transition to 7-day-a-week operations starting Monday, Dec. 16th, for the remainder of the 2024/2025 season! This exciting...
Lessons
CALL TO BOOK YOUR LESSON FOR DEC 7TH + 8TH, SPECIAL BOOKING PRICING
Kinder Private Lesson
$319 | 2 Hour Private Lesson
Ages 4-5 ( All Levels)
Lesson Times 9:00am, 11:15 or 2:00pm
1 or 2 Children (second child must be 4-5 years old) $TBD additional child
- Lesson is designed for and focused on the younger child, introduction to on snow techniques and terrain most important for your child’s skill level.
- When 2 children are in the lesson they need to be at a similar level
- Lift Ticket and Rentals are included for the child
- Parent or Guardian must be available on site during the lesson
YOUTH Private Lessons
$319 | 2 Hour Private Lesson (1 Person)
Ages 6-12 ( All Levels)
$100 | Each Additional Person
PRIVATE LESSONS CUSTOMIZE INSTRUCTION, FOCUSING ON THE TECHNIQUES AND TERRAIN MOST IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SKILL LEVELS .
- Customize your lesson for the best possible experience
- Private lessons are offered in 2 hour increments beginning at 9:00am, 11:15am or 2:00pm
- Private lesson prices do not include Single Day Lift Ticket or Rental Gear
- To ensure availability, reservations are highly recommended and must be purchased 36 hours in advance
ADULT/TEEN Private Lessons
$319 | 2 Hour Private Lesson (1 Person)
Adult/Teen 13+ ( All Levels)
$100 | Each Additional Person up to 4 students
Private lessons customize instruction, focusing on the techniques and terrain most important for your skill level.
- Customize your lesson for the best possible experience
- Private lessons are offered in 2 hour increments beginning at 9:00am, 11:15am or 2:00pm
- Private lesson prices do not include Single Day Lift Ticket or Rental Gear
- To ensure availability, reservations are highly recommended and must be purchased 36 hours in advance
Youth Group Lessons
ALL DAY – KIDS CLUB
$399 | (Levels 1 to 6)
Ages 6 – 12
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Lesson hours: 9:00 to 3:00 pm
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Typically 5 – 6 kids* per class
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Includes: All-day lift ticket, rental package (skis & boots or snowboard & boots) + helmet.
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Lunch and snack break Included
- Check in time: 8:00am Weekends and Holidays, 8:30am Weekdays
- Pick up time: 2:45pm
Half Day – kids club
$249 | (Levels 1 to 6)
Ages 6 – 12
Morning or Afternoon Half Day Lessons Available Daily
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Morning Half-Day (9:30am – 12:00pm)
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Afternoon Half-Day (1:30pm – 4:00pm)
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2.5 hour lesson
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Typically 5 – 6 kids* per class
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Includes: All-day lift ticket, rental package (skis & boots or snowboard & boots) + helmet.Lift ticket and rental package can be used for the entire day, before and after the lesson.
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Please account for Check-in & Rental Fitting schedules below to get the best possible experience for your child
- AM Lesson Check In: 8:30am, Pick up 11:45am on the snow.
- PM Lesson Check In: 12:30pm, Pick up 3:45pm on the snow.
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$150 – Add-On 2nd Half Day Group Lesson based on availability, available day of lesson ONLY inside of Guest Services.
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ADD-ON 2ND HALF DAY LESSON MUST BE USED BY THE SAME STUDENT, ON THE SAME DAY AS THE ORIGINAL HALF DAY LESSON PURCHASED
Adult/Teen Group Lessons
$149 | 2 Hour Group Lesson
Adult/Teen (Levels 1 – 2)
SKILL DEVELOPMENT LESSONS FROM BEGINNER TO EXPERT IN A FUN GROUP ENVIRONMENT.
LESSON INCLUDES
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2 Hours of Instruction
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Rental Equipment (Skis, Boots & Poles or Snowboard & Boots) + Helmet
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Lower Mountain Lift Ticket (access to chairlifts 1, 6, and conveyors)
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Rental Equipment & Lift Ticket can be used all-day, before and after the lesson.
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Morning Half-Day (10:00am – 12:00pm)
- Afternoon Half-Day (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Half Day Group Lesson Package includes an Lower mountain lift ticket (levels 1-2) all-mountain lift ticket (levels 3-6) and rental package (skis & boots or snowboard & boots + Helmet)
20% off Group Ski + Board Lessons, Weekday, Non-Holiday at all Cali Pass Resorts, for Cali Pass Holders ONLY. Discount is valid for Adult/Teen ONLY.
$209 | 2 Hour Group Lesson
Adult/Teen ( Levels 3-6)
LESSON INCLUDE
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2 Hours of Instruction
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Rental Equipment (Skis, Boots & Poles or Snowboard & Boots) + Helmet
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All-Mountain Lift Ticket (access to all chairlifts and surface lifts at Dodge Ridge)
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Rental Equipment & All Mountain Lift Ticket can be used all-day, before and after the lesson.
- Morning Half-Day (10:00am – 12:00pm)
- Afternoon Half-Day (1:00pm – 3:00pm)
$100 – Add-On 2nd Half Day Group Lesson based on availability, must be purchased the day of the lesson and not in advance
ADD-ON 2ND HALF DAY LESSON MUST BE USED BY THE SAME STUDENT, ON THE SAME DAY AS THE ORIGINAL HALF DAY LESSON PURCHASED
Snow Club
$339 | Multi-Lesson Package for Ages 13+
| Multi-Lesson Package for Ages 13+
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3 Adult / Teen Group Lesson packages for Levels 1 – 2 ONLY
Each lesson package includes: Lift Ticket, 2 hour lesson, all-day rental equipment + helmet - Snow Club Membership does not guarantee lesson availability
- Must purchase either Ski or Board, you cannot take both Ski & Board lessons
- All 3 lessons must be used by the same student
- All Lessons must be used in the 24/25 Season
Master’s Clinics –
$TBD per person | Intermediate to Advanced Skiers, Age 50+
Every Thursday Beginning January – March
- 2.5 Hour On-Snow Clinic – 9:30am – 12:00pmç
- Check-in at the lessons meeting area 9:00 – 9:15 am
- Must have a Lift Ticket or Season Pass to participate
Skier Level Descriptions
Level 1
Level 1 is designed for new skiers eager to experience and learn the joy of skiing!
Level 1: For New Skiers wanting to learn the joy of skiing!
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Learn how to use equipment
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Learn the Basic skills of Skiing
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Able to control speed and direction
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Ride beginner lifts-conveyor
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Ready to explore Beginner Terrain
Group lessons are specifically crafted for different skill levels.
Level 2
For Level 2 participants, the focus is on mastering the ability to control speed on easy beginner terrain through effective wedge turns.
Level 2: I can control my speed on easy beginner terrain with Wedge turns
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Introduction to beginner Chairlift
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Learn to smoothly link wedge turns
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Control speed by varying turn shape and size
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Comfortable on all beginner Terrain
Group lessons are tailored to different skill levels.
Level 3
For Level 3 participants, the emphasis is on confidence. These lessons are designed for those who are comfortable on all beginner terrain and eager to venture into new and more challenging areas.
Level 3: Confident on all beginner terrain and ready to explore new terrain
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Learn to easily control speed on beginner and easy Intermediate terrain
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Start to match skis during the turn
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Learning to skid skis at the finish of the turn
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Introduction to hockey stop
Level 4
Group lessons at Level 4 are tailored for participants who are comfortable on intermediate terrain. The focus is on developing skills to match/parallel skis, providing a progressive and engaging learning experience.
Level 4: Comfortable on Intermediate terrain and starting to match/parallel skis
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Active foot and leg steering for earlier match/parallel of skis
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Able to do hockey stops and edge sets
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Intro to active pole usage
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Comfortable on all Intermediate/ blue terrain
Levels 5-6
Group lessons at Levels 5-6 are designed for participants who have gained confidence on blue terrain and are now prepared to tackle the challenges of black terrain. This advanced level instruction provides a supportive environment for further skill development and exploration of more challenging slopes.
Level 5-6: Confident on Blue terrain & ready for Black terrain
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Learning to keep skis parallel during the full turn
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Intro short turns
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Learning to Carve
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Intro to steeps, moguls, powder and terrain park
Snowboard Level Descriptions
Level 1
New Snowboarder
- Learn to use equipment & basics of Snowboarding
- Intro to beginner lift-conveyor
- Balance and traverse in both directions
- Control Speed with side slip & falling leaf
- Skidded turn to a stop
Level 2
Can control speed and stop on easy beginner terrain
- Review turning and speed control
- Intro to beginner chairlift
- Learning to link toe & heel side turns
- Comfortable on all Beginner terrain
Level 3
Confident on all beginner terrain
- Learning to make small, medium and large turns
- Link S turns Heel & toe
- Hopping on toe & heel edge between turns in balance
- Introduce Riding switch
- Introduce easy Blue terrain
Level 4
Can change size and shape of turns on Blue terrain
- Learning to link switch skidded turns
- Introduction to carving
- Flat land freestyle
- Controlled turns on Blue terrain
Levels 5-6
Comfortable on all Blue terrain & Ready for Black terrain
- Control speed linking turns on Black groomed runs
- Riding on various terrain including bumps on Blue terrain
- Exploring more freestyle moves
- Introduction to terrain park on simple features
- Explore Carving on Black terrain