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Ski & Snowboard Lessons

Lessons for all ages and abilities

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**LESSONS MUST BE RESERVED AT LEAST 24 HRS IN ADVANCE.**

New to the world of snowsports? At our acclaimed Horst Locher Snowsports School, we offer something for all ages of every skill level – First-Time Private or Family/Friend Pod Packages, Kinder School Private or Family/Friend Pod Lessons, and Private Lessons. Whether you’re sending your little ones off for their first ski lesson, or taking one yourself, you can rest assured our PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America) certified instructors are providing a safe and positive learning experience, all while developing new skills, improving technique, and most importantly, having fun out on the slopes!

Certifications

First Time Package

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    Designed For

    First-Time skiers and snowboarders, ages 8 and older who are looking for an introduction to winter sports.

    Includes

    Equipment rental (skis/board with boots, and helmet), 90-minute private lesson and a full access ticket for the full day. Up to $55 in savings packaged together!

    Lesson Times

    WEEKDAYS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm

    WEEKENDS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm

    Check-In Location

    Lift Ticket Sales (Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your lesson time in order to pickup equipment)

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellation & Rebooking Policy

    We do not offer refunds for days with inclement weather, if the ski lifts are still able to operate safely, we still provide our activities and teach our lessons. However, we understand that plans can change so we offer the following cancellation & rebooking policy; 

    • Outside of 48 Hours – Full Refund

    • 24-48 Hours – 50% Refund

    • Less than 24 Hours – No Refund

    • There are no refunds if you have already rebooked your reservations once

    • No refunds will be given for no show tickets or cancellations/modifications after the designated start time

    • No shows will be charged the full price 

    • Rebooking outside of 48 hours can be done through the confirmation email link received

    • Rebooking within 48 hours you must contact the resort

    • Same day rebooking request will be charged a $25 rebooking fee

    Customers will receive a full refund in cases of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances or restrictions set by the Governor of Virginia. 

    Additional Notes

    We highly recommend the use of helmets for skiers and snowboarders. The use of wrist guards for first time snowboarders is also highly recommended to help minimize risk of serious injury and they can be purchased in our ski shop.

    Package Options
    Rates
    Individual
    Full access ticket, rentals, and private lesson
    $240
    Family/Friend Pod (2-6 people)
    Full access ticket + rentals per person
    $115
    Group lesson
    $210

    First Time Private lessons must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance

Kinder Private

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    Designed For

    Skiers ages 4.5 to 7 and snowboarders ages 6 to 7.

    Includes

    90-minute lesson, rental equipment (skis/snowboard, boots and helmet), and full access ticket for the full day. Up to $153 in savings packaged together!

    Lesson Times

    WEEKDAYS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm

    WEEKENDS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm

    Check-In Location

    Snowsports School Front Desk. (Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your lesson time in order to get fitted for equipment)

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellation & Rebooking Policy

    We do not offer refunds for days with inclement weather, if the ski lifts are still able to operate safely, we still provide our activities and teach our lessons. However, we understand that plans can change so we offer the following cancellation & rebooking policy; 

    • Outside of 48 Hours – Full Refund

    • 24-48 Hours – 50% Refund

    • Less than 24 Hours – No Refund

    • There are no refunds if you have already rebooked your reservations once

    • No refunds will be given for no show tickets or cancellations/modifications after the designated start time

    • No shows will be charged the full price 

    • Rebooking outside of 48 hours can be done through the confirmation email link received

    • Rebooking within 48 hours you must contact the resort

    • Same day rebooking request will be charged a $25 rebooking fee

    Customers will receive a full refund in cases of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances or restrictions set by the Governor of Virginia. 

    Additional Notes

    Actual time on snow may vary depending on weather conditions and your child’s willingness to participate.

    Lesson Options
    Rates
    Individual
    Full access ticket, rentals, and private lesson
    $210
    Family/Friend Pod (2-4 People)
    Full access ticket + Rentals per person
    $110
    Group lesson
    $185

    Kinder privates lessons must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance.

    Kinder privates snowboard program is only available on weekends and holidays.

Private Lessons

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    Designed For

    Skiers and snowboarders of every ability ages 3 and older.

    Includes

    A 90-minute tailored learning session designed to meet your specific needs with one-on-one time with an instructor.

    Lesson Times

    WEEKDAYS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm

    WEEKENDS - 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm

    Check-In Location

    Snowsports School Front Desk

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellation & Rebooking Policy

    We do not offer refunds for days with inclement weather, if the ski lifts are still able to operate safely, we still provide our activities and teach our lessons. However, we understand that plans can change so we offer the following cancellation & rebooking policy; 

    • Outside of 48 Hours – Full Refund

    • 24-48 Hours – 50% Refund

    • Less than 24 Hours – No Refund

    • There are no refunds if you have already rebooked your reservations once

    • No refunds will be given for no show tickets or cancellations/modifications after the designated start time

    • No shows will be charged the full price 

    • Rebooking outside of 48 hours can be done through the confirmation email link received

    • Rebooking within 48 hours you must contact the resort

    • Same day rebooking request will be charged a $25 rebooking fee

    Customers will receive a full refund in cases of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances or restrictions set by the Governor of Virginia. 

    Additional Notes

    Private Lessons DO NOT include rentals OR lift tickets.

    Lesson Options
    Rates
    90-minute
    Individual
    $150
    Additional person (per person)
    $75
    Racing Lesson
    2 Hours
    $250

    Private Lessons DO NOT include rentals OR lift ticket. *Advanced skiers only.

    First time private lessons must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance

Ski

Racing Clinics

Bryce Resort boasts one of the largest ski teams, with over 60 racers, in the Southern Region. Children may start Race Training Clinics as young as 6 1/2 years of age.

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