Adult Group Lesson, Age 16+

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For ages 16+, whether you’re new to mountain sports or looking to improve your skills, we've got you covered.

All Lessons Must Be Booked Online in Advance

Available: Saturday-Sunday and daily during peak* periods from mid-December 2025 through March 2026.

Ability: Beginner to novice

Meeting Location: Slopeside near the Pico Base Lodge at the Pico Snow Sports lesson meeting sign

Lesson options: Lessons are 2 hours in length and meet at 9:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.

Lunch: Not included

Rentals and Lift Access: Program does not include lift tickets nor equipment rentals. A lift ticket or other lift-access product is required while in a lesson.

No longer for sale for the 25/26 winter season.

Lesson Rates & Availability

Winter 2025/26 Pre-Purchase Day-Of
1 Day $94 $104
2 Day $179 $198

No longer for sale for the 25/26 winter season.

*2025/26 Peak Dates: December 25, 2025 - January 4, 2026; January 17 - 19, 2026; February 14 - 16, 2026

Program does not include Lift tickets and equipment rental. A lift ticket or other lift-access product is required while in a lesson.

Details

Our student-centered approach ensures you get exactly what you need out of the day with guidance from our professional staff. This lesson program is designed for beginner to novice participants who have skied or snowboarded before. Lessons are 2 hours in length and meet at 9:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. slopeside in front of the Pico lodge at the Mountain Sports School Lesson meeting sign. Group lessons available Saturday-Sunday and daily during peak* periods from mid-December through March.

If you are a first timer, check out our First Time Ski & Ride program for the most suitable program.

Cancellation Policy

Prior to 4:00 p.m. two days prior to the lesson date, lessons may be cancelled for a 90% refund or 100% cancellation credit. For example, a lesson for a Saturday is eligible for a 90% refund or 100% cancellation credit through 4:00 p.m. the preceding Wednesday.

Prior to 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the lesson date, lessons may be cancelled for a 100% cancellation credit. No refunds. For example, a lesson for a Saturday is eligible for a 100% cancellation credit through 4:00 p.m. the preceding Friday. A refund is not available.

After 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the lesson, there are no cancellations or changes permitted since we’ve held that spot from our inventory and have assigned an instructor to teach the lesson. We know that weather and snow conditions vary, but if the resort is open for skiing/riding we will be providing lessons as scheduled and there are no refunds, vouchers, or credits issued due to these events. Thank you for your understanding. To learn more click here.

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Pico Fitness Center is open year-round. Pico Mountain Ski Resort operates only during the winter season, is closed Tuesday & Wednesdays except for peak period dates.

Season passes are available for purchase online at picomountain.com/seasonpass. Last day save on the price is September 24, 2026, and the K.A. All Seasons Pass will no longer be available for purchase after that date.

Free parking is available at the Pico Mountain Base Lodge. 9 stations of paid solar-powered EV charging is available at the base area.

Dogs are welcome in outdoor areas and on select pet-friendly trails during the non-ski season. Service animals are welcome year-round. Please review our Pet Policy for full details. Please note that animals are not permitted on chairlifts at any time.