Child Lessons

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Give your kids the opportunity to fall in love with the snow!

Introduce your child to the delights of snow in a safe and fun environment. Our child lessons focus on providing basic skills and confidence to set them up for a lifetime of fun and adventure

Lessons cater to all abilities
Learn from world class instructors with a passion for teaching children
Meet new friends in groups matched based on age and ability
Explore Perisher's four resort areas in a safe and fun environment

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2022 Epic Australia Pass holders receive 20% off all child lessons when purchased online and in advance.

Ripper Roo One-On-One

Give your little ripper the best opportunity to progress and build confidence on-snow. Our Ripper Roo one-on-one private lessons are designed as a stand-alone lesson, or to prepare your child for 3-hour group lessons.

Discipline: Ski & snowboard
Location: Perisher Valley & Smiggin Holes
Start Time: 9am
Duration: 1 hour private lesson
Ages: 3 to 6 Years
One-on-one privates are strictly one participant per instructor

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Perisher Kids (3 to 6 years old)

Set the groundwork for a lifelong love of the snow. Children aged 3-6 years old will be grouped by ability to learn in a fun atmosphere under the watchful eye of our professional, specially trained instructors.

Discipline: Ski only
Location: Perisher Valley
Start time: 10am
Duration: 3 hour group lesson
2hr AFTERNOON CARE ALSO AVAILABLE: 1pm to 3pm - indoor and outdoor activities, see more below.

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Perisher Kids (7 to 14 years old)

Our 3-hour lesson for kids aged 7-14 years will give your child a fun, friendly and supportive learning experience, all while in the safe hands of our knowledgeable and professionally trained instructors and grouped based on age and ability.

Discipline: Ski & snowboard
Location: Perisher Valley & Smiggin Holes
Start time: 10am
Duration: 3 hour group lesson

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It's All In The Details:

What to expect

Here at Perisher Snowsports School, we are dedicated to your child's needs and on-snow skill building. Let your kids fall in love with the snow, check out our information below for a seamless lesson experience.

Perisher Kids lessons start at 10am sharp, please arrive early to ensure your child is ready to start on time.
Please note: Once group lessons have left the meeting area late arrivals may not be able to join.
Class allocation and the check-in/check-out process is included in the 3 hour lesson duration.
Short breaks may be required throughout the lesson, especially on bad weather days. Refreshments will be available during breaks; hot food will not be available.
3 & 4 year old participants must be toilet trained, no nappies.
Helmets are mandatory; kids will not be accepted into lessons without a helmet.

How to make the most of your kid's lesson

Want to get the most out of your child's lesson? Follow our tips below:

Book online and in advance. Advanced bookings for consecutive multi-day lessons also allow our team to secure the same instructor for your child's group lesson.
We aim to maximise time on snow for all kids. If you are staying off mountain, please think about morning travel time and potential delays. If you need to collect rental gear on the mountain, we recommend arriving at least 1 hour before lesson time to get set up with equipment.
When arriving at the lesson meeting place, let us know about your child's previous on-snow experience, terrain they are comfortable on and current ability level - this information will help assist with suitable class allocation.

Why not set your child up for success and start the day with a 1 hour Ripper Roo private lesson in the lead up to the 3 hour group lesson! Find out more.

Lesson Levels

Lesson Levels - Where does your child fit?

First Timer: This is your child’s first time on snow, or they need a refresh on basics – Lessons will focus on learning how to make basic turns and safely riding a lift. 
Beginner: Your child knows the basics and can ride beginner lifts – Lessons will focus on expanding you’re their abilities and learning to control speed on green runs.
Intermediate: Your child can confidently link turns and control speed on green runs - Lessons will focus on taking their skills onto blue terrain.
Advanced: Your child has mastered every groomed run. Lessons will focus on preparing for more challenging terrain.

Afternoon Care 3 to 6 Years

Perisher Kids 2-hour afternoon care is designed to provide parents the opportunity to explore Perisher’s four resort areas while your children enjoy games and care in a safe and fun environment.

2-Hour Afternoon Care can only be purchased in combination with a Perisher Kids 3 to 6 years ski lesson. Afternoon Care is not a ski lesson; children will participate in group indoor and/or outdoor activities which are weather dependant. Limited availability will apply, and advanced bookings are required.

Kids signed up for afternoon care will be dropped off in the Discovery Centre at the end of their morning lesson. No need to collect them unless you wish to take them for lunch. Snacks and refreshments are provided; hot food will not be available.

Details:

Duration: 2 hours
Times: 1pm to 3pm
Location: Perisher Valley Discovery Centre
Collection point: 3pm indoors from the Discovery Centre

Terms and conditions

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