Adult Ski & Ride Center | Ages 13+
Take a lesson with our professional instructors to learn or improve your skiing or snowboarding skills. Private lessons and group lesson packages for ages 13+ are available through the Diamond Peak Ski & Ride Center.
For youth and child lesson options, see our Youth Ski & Ride Center (ages 7-12) page or Child Ski & Ride Center (ages 3-6) page.
Lesson Reservations
All Ski & Ride Center lessons must be booked in advance. A paid reservation is necessary to guarantee all lessons. All products are subject to availability and may reach capacity at any time. Cancellation fees apply for all lessons. Parents must stay on property for the duration of the lesson.
Group Ski/Snowboard Lessons
Book group lessons online at least two days in advance.
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Private Ski or Snowboard Lessons
It is recommended that you complete your request at least 72 hours in advance. It could take up to 48 hours for our agents to respond.
Note: Lessons are NOT booked until you receive a confirmation phone call from our staff.
Rental Equipment
Rentals are not included in lesson packages for ages 7+ so make sure you book your first day of rentals online. If you are using the rental equipment for more than one day you will pay for additional days at the Rental Shop when you pick up your gear on the first day.
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Arrival Time
All customers (ages 7+) who pre-purchased rentals (or still need rentals) should skip the ticket lines in the Plaza and go directly to the Rental Shop upon arrival. We recommend that you arrive at the Rental Shop 1 hour before your lesson start time for midweek/non-peak (Monday – Friday) lessons, 1.5 hours on weekends (Saturday – Sunday) and 2 hours on peak periods (dates listed above). Please budget extra time to find a parking spot, get dressed, walk or take the tram from your car, and use the restroom before getting to the Rental Shop. Plan additional time and bring extra patience on snowy days and busy weekends. For afternoon lessons, please plan to arrive at the rental shop by 9:30 a.m. on weekends and peak days to ensure we have the appropriate size gear for you – after 9:30 a.m. we cannot guarantee all sizes will be available.
After you pick up your rentals and lesson ticket, please proceed to the lesson meeting area on the snow (look for the colored flags and signs near Lakeview chairlift) to meet the Ski & Ride Center staff and instructors about 10 to 15 minutes before your lesson start time.
Customers who already have their own ski/snowboard equipment can pick up their lesson tickets at the main Ticket Windows in the Plaza area.
Group Lesson Levels
Our staff will assist you in determining the correct level for you or your child, and evaluate at the beginning of the lesson to ensure you are in the proper level. Visit the Lesson Levels explained section for a description of all the levels offered.
2024-25 Season Rates
Pricing below includes value (midweek: Monday-Friday), weekend and peak rates for the 2024-25 ski season.
| 2025-26 PEAK PERIODS: Dec. 20, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026; Jan. 17 – 19, 2026; Feb. 14 – 22, 2026 |
Beginner Group Lessons (ages 13+)
These 1 hour 45-minute beginner group ski or snowboard lessons are offered for first-time to advanced-beginner levels for ages 13+. Lessons begin at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Beginner group lesson packages come with an all-day beginner lift ticket (access to School House and Lodgepole chairlifts only). You may upgrade your ticket to an all-mountain ticket at the ticket windows if you are ready for intermediate terrain after your morning lesson. Rentals are not included but can be booked online. Group lessons for ages 13+ are only offered at the Beginner Levels 1, 2 and 3. Higher-level skiers/riders in this age range must book a private lesson. View Lesson Levels on the Lesson FAQ page.
Adult Group Lesson Pricing
| Package | Value | Weekend | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour 45 minute package | $120 | $130 | $175 |
| Lesson Only | $105 | $115 | $145 |
*All lesson participants must have a lift ticket or season pass for access, even if you don’t plan to utilize the chairlifts.
Adult Group Lesson Schedule
| Schedule | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| Redeem Rentals & Tickets | 8:00am | 8:00am - 12:00pm* |
| Check in at Meeting Area | 9:45am | 1:45pm |
| Lesson Period | 10:15am - 12:00pm | 2:15 - 4:00pm |
| Pick Up Period | 12:00pm | 4:00pm |
*For afternoon lessons, please plan to arrive at the rental shop by 9:30 a.m. on weekends and peak days to ensure we have the appropriate size gear for you – after 9:30 a.m. we cannot guarantee all sizes will be available.
Private Lessons (for ages 7+)
Get the most from personal ski or snowboard instruction. All private lessons are available for 1-5 people of similar ability and same discipline. Includes instruction only – rental equipment and lift tickets must be purchased separately (lift tickets are required for resort access). All private lessons are subject to availability.
Private Lesson Pricing
| Private Lesson | Value | Weekend | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-hour session (9am-10am, 12pm-1pm or 1-2pm) | $215 | $260 | $300 |
| 2-hour (12pm-2pm) | $430 | $520 | $600 |
| 3-hour morning session (9am-12pm) | $600 | $650 | $700 |
| 3-hour afternoon session (1-4pm) | $500 | $550 | $625 |
Other Ski & Ride Center Information, Specialty Programs & Tips
Specialty Ski Clinics – Women & 55+ Adults & Pass Holders
We typically team up with IVGID Parks & Recreation to offer some specialty clinics to help pass holders, youth, women and seniors improve and connect with other local skiers. Visit the events page for current programs.
Find out more about the Pass Holder Progression Ski Clinics, the Skisters Women’s Ski Clinics and 55+ Ski Clinics on the event pages.
Insider Tips
Make sure you read the tips on the Lesson FAQs page and the pre-arrival emails. Bonus tip….if you aren’t getting the emails, check your spam, junk, or promotions folder.
Cancellation/No Show Policy
Visit the Cancellation & Refund Policy page for details.
100% Lesson Guarantee
We are so confident in our instructors and programs that we give all of our lessons a 100% guarantee. If we do not address your personal needs in a lesson, we will give you another lesson at no charge. Please speak with our Ski & Ride Center managers after your lesson if you would like to discuss your experience.
