All Lessons
Private Lessons
Private prices cover 2 students, add to a maximun of 5 for an extra fee. For all ages and abilities.
- Private tuition with a qualified instructor
- For first timers to advanced
- Priority lift access
- Lesson tailored to your needs and speed
Group Lessons
Share the experience and book a group lesson today.
- Lessons run daily from 10am
- Morning & afternoon options
- 1 hour 50 min ski OR snowboard lesson
- Groups based on abilities, from beginner to intermediate-see FAQ for level details
- Full & half day options
- Full day 9.45am -3pm with 45 min break
- Optional supervised lunch add on
- Groups based on abilities, from beginner to intermediate - see FAQ for level details
First Timer Lessons & Packages
Special packages and lessons for first timers
- 1 x full day beginner lift pass
- 1 x First Timer ski or snowboard lesson
- 1 day rental of skis/ski boots & poles or snowboard & snowboard boots
- 1 x full day beginner lift pass (day 1)
- 1 x full mountain lift pass (day 2)
- 2 x ski or snowboard lessons
- 2 day rental of skis/ski boots & poles or snowboard & snowboard boots
- 1 x Full day beginner lift pass
- 1 x First Timer ski or snowboard lesson
- 1 day rental of skis/ski boots & poles or snowboard & snowboard boots + helmet
- 1 x Full day beginner lift pass (day 1)
- 1 x Full mountain lift pass (day 2)
- 2 x Ski or Snowboard lessons
- 2 day rental of skis/ski boots & poles or snowboard & snowboard boots
- Specific lessons for first-timers
- Master the basics on day 1
- For those with their own lift pass and equipment
- Specific lessons for first-timers
- Full & half day options
- Ski from age 4, snowboard from age 7
- For those with their own lift pass and equipment
Multi-Day Programmes
Book a private lesson for yourself (bring up to two people with you). For all ages and abilities.
Four days of progression and fun on snow
Designed for intermediate and advanced skiers (6–16) and snowboarders (7–16), Spring Camp offers small-group coaching to build confidence and take skills to the next level. Ideal for Tūroa Academy grads — and open to all eligible riders.
Dates: Monday to Thursday
Time: 9am – 3pm
Ages: Ski 6–16 | Snowboard 7–16
Ability: Intermediate to advanced
Group size: 6–8 participants
Includes: Supervision and coaching in a small group environment
Skill progression, fun, and mountain adventure across five weekends
Tūroa Academy is a multi-weekend programme for skiers (ages 5–16) and snowboarders (ages 7–16), with groups for all levels — from first-timers to advanced riders. Over five alternate weekends, kids and teens build confidence, carve new skills, and enjoy the best of Tūroa in a fun, structured environment.
Advanced participants can choose a race or freeride-focused group.
Schedule: Five alternate weekends (10 days total)
Start dates: Two options available
Ages: Ski 5–16 | Snowboard 7–16
Ability levels: First-timer to advanced
Includes: Coaching, supervised lunch, and closed-day activities in Ohakune
Optional add-on: Four additional school holiday days in September
A school holiday programme for adventurous kids
This five-day programme helps young skiers (ages 4–12) and snowboarders (ages 7–12) build confidence, skills, and a love for the mountain. With experienced instructors and small, supportive groups, kids progress through fun, structured sessions — from first-timers to advanced.
Options: Morning, afternoon, or full-day
If the mountain’s closed: Fun indoor activities in Ohakune
Extras: Optional lunch add-on available
A women’s-only weekend of skiing, connection, and progression
Designed for intermediate and advanced women skiers (ages 18+), Mountain Maidens is a two-day coaching experience focused on confidence, skill-building, and good times on snow — just for wāhine.
Enjoy three hours of coaching each day in a small group, kick off each morning with a hot drink, and relax over a pre-ordered lunch at your reserved table at Freddie’s.
When: 30–31 August or 6–7 September, 9am–12pm
Ages: Women 18+
Ability: Intermediate to advanced skiers
Group size: 4–6 per instructor
Includes: Coaching, morning hot beverage, and reserved group lunch
Eight Sundays of fun, friendships, and on-snow progression
Perfect for skiers aged 6–12 and snowboarders aged 7–12, Little Rippers helps kids grow their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the mountain in a supportive group environment. Whether they’re just starting out or already carving turns, our instructors keep the focus on fun.
New for 2025: Snowboarding now open to first-timers aged 7+
When: 8 consecutive Sundays, 27 July – 14 September, 1pm – 4pm
Ages: Ski 6–12, Snowboard 7–12
Ability: First-timer to advanced
Group size: 6–8 participants
Includes: Coaching, progression, and closed-day activities in Ohakune
Sharpen your skills and build confidence ahead of your NZSIA or SBINZ exams.
This multi-weekend course is for aspiring instructors preparing for Level One certification. With expert coaching and small group sizes, you’ll develop technique, teaching skills, and exam readiness in a supportive environment.
Includes on-snow coaching, indoor sessions on closed days, and an optional shadowing weekend.
When: Four alternate weekends, 2 August – 14 September, 9am–3pm
Ages: 16+ (must be 16 by exam start)
Ability: Strong intermediate to advanced
Group size: 6–8 students
Includes: Training with NZSIA examiners/trainers
Note: Exam registration and fees not included
Take the stress out of planning with our package deals
Gear rental, ski pass & lesson all wrapped into one epic snow experience.
FAQs
Check out our most frequently asked questions
- First Timer: You’ve never been on skis or a snowboard before. You’ll be focusing on the basics, and finding your feet. A first timer's package is recommended.
- Beginner: You can stop on skis or a snowboard and are ready to work on side-slipping or turning in the Beginner area. You’ll build confidence and skills as you aim to progress to green runs.
- Learner: You can control your speed and turn both ways on green runs.
- Intermediate: You’re comfortable skiing or snowboarding on green and blue runs. You’re refining your parallel turns or edge control and are eager to explore different snow conditions and terrain.
- Advanced: You’re ready to take your skills to the next level. You confidently ski or snowboard all over the mountain, explore off-piste terrain, and are interested in refining these skills or hitting the terrain park.
Our First Timers Package is the best option for your first visit. It includes everything you need to get started including your ski or snowboard rental equipment. There are 1 and 2 day options to fit your trip. Helmets and waterproof clothing can easily be added if you need these when you arrive. Helmets are included in kids First Timers Packages.
If you want kids and adults in the same lesson, you'll need to book a private lesson. Since kids and adults learn at different speeds and in different ways, we recommend our First Timers packages, where lessons are split by age for the best start..
Kids can start learning to ski in a group lesson at 4 years old and snowboard at 7 years old. Children younger than this can join private lessons.
The maximum age for kids in group lessons is 12, 13 years+ should join an adult lesson.
Kids lunch is an extra add on to kids groups lessons. Lunch runs from 12pm - 12.45pm and can be added on to any full or half day kids group lesson. The price includes lunch & supervision. This is seperate to the lesson or package price.
All lessons meet at the Snow School office at the base area. This is clearly marked with flags and is on the right hand side when you come up the stairs from the car park.
We recommend booking at least a week in advance to secure your preferred date and time. Weekends especially tend to sell out for private and kids group lessons. If we have any available spaces, you can book at Guest Services on the day.
The price includes two people and you can add extra people (up to three for a total of five per group) per lesson for $ coming soon per person. Everyone in the group needs to be of similar ability and able to ski/ride on similar terrain.
Private lessons include 1:1 instructor for the duration of the lesson. You will need equipment (skis, boots & poles or snowboard boots) and a lift pass to take part. The price includes two people and you can add up to three extra people into your private lesson from $TBC each, so long as they're at a similar ability level to you.
Still have questions?
Get in touch with our team, we are happy to help.