Youth Learn to Ski/RIde Lesson, Ages 7-15

A Great First Day on Snow Starts at Pico
A ski instructor guides a child towards a ski lift on snow-covered terrain.

Everything They Need to Get Started

Learning to ski or snowboard should be exciting, not overwhelming. Pico’s experienced instructors help young skiers and riders get comfortable with their equipment while introducing the fundamentals they need to start exploring the mountain.

From controlling speed and direction to making their first turns, each lesson focuses on developing skills and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.

All Lessons Must be Purchased Online

Available: Saturdays and Sundays from mid-December 2026 through March 2027, plus Feb. 16-19 and daily during peak periods*.

*2026/27 Peak Dates: December 25, 2026 – January 3, 2027; January 16–18, 2027; February 13–15, 2027

Ability: First-timers only

Meeting Location: Slopeside of the Pico base lodge area at the lesson meeting sign.

Lesson Duration: Full Day 9:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (includes lunch)

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Please plan to arrive 30 minutes before your lesson start time to pick up your lift ticket and rental equipment.

Lesson Rates & Availability

Winter 2026/27 Pre-Purchase Day-Of
1-Day $183 $203
2-Days $302 $335


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What This Lesson Includes

  • Professional instruction for first-time skiers and snowboarders
  • Rental equipment
  • Access to appropriate beginner terrain
  • A fun, supportive environment for building foundational skills

Details

Youth Learn to Ski/Ride is a full-day program designed specifically for first-time skiers and snowboarders ages 7–15. Pico’s professional instructors help kids get comfortable with their equipment while learning the fundamentals of controlling speed, changing direction and making their first turns.

The program includes professional instruction, rental equipment, beginner-area lift access and lunch, giving young skiers and riders everything they need for their first day on snow.

The program runs from 9:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Please arrive 30 minutes before the lesson start time to pick up your lift ticket and rental equipment.

Learn to Ski/Ride can be taken once per sport—once for skiing and once for snowboarding.

Introducing Someone to Skiing or Riding?

Book the Learn to Ski/Ride Package + Bring a Friend Deal, a separate lesson package, at least two days in advance and receive a free one-day lift ticket for yourself.

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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.