Lessons

Selwyn Snow Resort is the perfect destination for learning to ski or snowboard, thanks to our excellent beginner slopes. Our resort caters to all skill levels, from novice to advanced, ensuring a great experience for everyone.

Learn to ski & snowboard at Selwyn with awesome lessons for all ages & abilities. From your very first time on the snow to perfecting a new skill, there’s a lesson at Selwyn for you!

Selwyn Snow Sports School

If you’re taking your very first steps onto the snow, strapping on a snowboard or clicking into skis for the first time, Selwyn’s amazing Snow Sports School lessons will get you sliding in no time! Master all the basics as you travel on Selwyn’s extensive network of green trails. We have a range of Group and Private lessons available.

THINGS TO KNOW

Pre-booking is required for Group Lessons

Lessons start and finish in the Snowsports Meeting Area

If a Lesson has 3 or less students, it will only run for 1 hour.

Group lessons are 1.5hrs long for adults and 2hrs Long for Children– please drop arrive at least 15 minutes before start time

Late arrivals will not be accepted into lessons and cannot be rescheduled or refunded

Lift passes and ski hire are not included in the prices above.

All students must have a valid lift pass.

All students must wear a helmet to participate in a lesson.

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CHILD GROUP LESSONS

Selwyn Snow Resort offers child group lessons for skiers aged 4-17 and snowboarders aged 7-17. Our experienced and friendly instructors provide a safe and supportive learning environment where children can develop their skills and confidence on the slopes.

Please note that no children under the age of 7 will be permitted in snowboarding lessons, however, they can be booked into a private lesson where our qualified instructors can provide individualized instruction and attention.

Child group lessons run for 2 hours.

ADULT GROUP LESSONS

Adult ski lessons at Selwyn Snow Resort are a fantastic way for anyone aged 18 or over to learn how to ski or snowboard. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, our experienced and qualified instructors will work with you to develop your skills and confidence on the slopes.

Adult lessons run for 1.5 hours.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons at Selwyn Snow Resort offer a personalised and flexible learning experience for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. These private lessons are conducted by experienced and qualified instructors who will tailor the lesson to meet the specific needs and goals of the individual or small group.

Private lessons provide a range of options to suit different schedules and preferences. The lessons are suitable for beginners who want to learn the basics, intermediate skiers or snowboarders who want to refine their skills, or advanced riders who want to tackle more challenging terrain.

During the private lesson, the instructor will work with the individual or group to develop and improve their technique, providing personalized feedback and guidance. They may also introduce new skills or challenges to help the participant(s) progress to the next level.

Private lessons are an excellent way to fast-track progress and build confidence on the slopes, as the one-on-one attention and individualized instruction can be highly effective in accelerating learning. They also offer the flexibility to tailor the lesson to the specific needs and interests of the participant(s), whether that be mastering a particular skill or exploring different parts of the resort.

First Time Ski Lessons

The first time ski lesson is for any anyone who have never skied before. In this lesson the they will learn how to put their ski’s on, balance, glide, stop, ride the magic carpet, ski down green runs and most importantly have fun! Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

First Time Snowboard Lesson

The first time snowboard lesson is for anyone who have never snowboarded before. In this lesson they will learn to put on a snowboard, balance, glide, heel side slip, falling leaf, ride the Magic Carpet and board down green runs. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

Beginner Ski Lessons

The beginner ski lesson is for anyone who can glide, stop, ride the magic carpet and ski down green runs. In this lesson they will learn to do snow plough turns, ride lifts, pomas and T-Bars, become more confident on green and blue runs. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

Beginner Snowboard Lesson

The beginner snowboard lesson is for anyone who can Glide, stop, heel side, falling leaf and board down green runs. In this lesson the they will learn to do heel side and toe side turns, ride lifts, pomas and T-Bars, become confident on green and blue runs. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

Intermediate Ski lessons

The intermediate ski lessons are for anyone who can Ride all lifts and are confident on green and blue runs. In this lesson they will learn how to do Parallel turns and become confident on black runs. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

Intermediate Snowboard Lesson

The intermediate snowboard lessons are for anyone who can do Heel side and toe side turns, ride all lifts and am confident on green and blue runs. In this lesson they will learn how link turns and test out steeper terrain. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

Advanced Ski Lessons

The advanced ski lessons are for anyone who are confident with all run on the mountain and are ready to master their technique. In this lesson they will learn how to perfect their technique and ride all terrain on mountain. Please note a valid lift pass is required for all Selwyn Lessons.

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