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CURRENT SPECIAL OFFERS

SAVE 15% OFF MULTI-WEEK AND SET DATE PROGRAMS

Save 15% off set date and multi-week program bookings until October 31. Offer applies to all programs except CARV 2-Day Camp. May not be combined with any other offer.

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EVERY DAY LESSONS

GROUP AND PRIVATE LESSONS OFFERED ON A DAILY OR NEARLY DAILY BASIS.

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LITTLE CASTLE CLUB (AGES 3 - 5)

Our Little Castle Club program is designed for our youngest skiers and riders and makes use of smaller class sizes (no more than 3 children per instructor), in order to aide with progression. It can either be booked as a full or half day lesson. Little Castle Club lessons are available for levels 1 – 3. Levels 4 & 5 can be requested via phone with 3 or more participants.

Program Time Regular Rate
Little Castle Club - Full Day 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $199
Little Castle Club - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $144
Little Castle Club - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $129

Available 7 days / week.

Weekday lesson times may be subject to change.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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CHILDREN GROUP LESSONS (AGES 6 - 13)

For general skiing or snowboarding improvement, our group clinics are an affordable alternative to private lessons, offered up as either as a half day (2-hour) or a full day (4-hour) of group based instruction. Children’s lessons are available for levels 1-3. Levels 4 & 5 can be requested via phone with 3 or more participants.

Program Time Regular Rate
Group Lesson - Full Day 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $189
Group Lesson - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $119
Group Lesson - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $104

Available Saturday & Sunday during non-holiday periods and daily during holiday periods (Christmas & Family Week). Can be requested outside of scheduled days with a booking of 3 people or more.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

Require lift ticket and rentals? Check out our Beginner Package for level 1 or Next Step Package for levels 2 and 3.

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ADULT GROUP LESSONS

For general skiing or snowboarding improvement, our group clinics are an affordable alternative to private lessons, offered up as either as a half day (2-hour) or a full day (4-hour) of group based instruction. Adult lessons are available for levels 1 – 3. Levels 4 & 5 can be requested via phone with 3 or more participants.

Program Time Regular Rate
Group Ski Clinic - Full Day 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $189
Group Ski Clinic - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $119
Group Ski Clinic - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $104

Available Saturday & Sunday during non-holiday periods and daily during holiday periods (Christmas & Family Week). Can be requested outside of scheduled days with a booking of 3 people or more.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

Require lift ticket and rentals? Check out our Beginner Package for level 1 or Next Step Package for levels 2 and 3.

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BEGINNER PACKAGE

Our beginner package is the perfect way to get acquainted (or re-acquainted) with the sports of skiing or snowboarding. These lessons are specifically designed specifically for beginners (level 1 only), and include the following:

  • Minimum two hours of instruction, with a full day option available
  • Green Chair lift ticket (Huckleberry Chair ticket for full-day program).
  • Equipment rental (ski or snowboard, bindings, boots, helmet, poles (skiing only))
Program Time Cost
Beginner Package - Full Day 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $219
Beginner Package - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $149
Beginner Package - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $149

Available Saturday & Sunday during non-holiday periods and daily during holiday periods (Christmas & Family Week). Can be requested outside of scheduled days with a booking of 3 people or more.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

This lesson includes a lift ticket and rental equipment. Please arrive & check-in at Snow School at least 60 minutes (1 hour) prior to your lesson start time in order to give yourself / your children enough time to be sized for and issued rental equipment.

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NEXT STEP PACKAGE

For those already comfortable on green runs (level 2 & 3), our “Next Step Package” focuses in on developing confidence on blue runs and building intermediate skiers. Delivered in a group setting this lesson includes:

  • Minimum two hours of instruction, with a full day option available
  • Huckleberry Chairlift ticket
  • Equipment rental (ski or snowboard, bindings, boots, helmet, poles (skiing only))
Program Time Cost
Next Step Package - Full Day 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $229
Next Step Package - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $179
Next Step Package - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $179

Available Saturday & Sunday during non-holiday periods and daily during holiday periods (Christmas & Family Week). Can be requested outside of scheduled days with a booking of 3 people or more.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

This lesson includes a lift ticket and rental equipment. Please arrive & check-in at Snow School at least 60 minutes (1 hour) prior to your lesson start time in order to give yourself / your children enough time to be sized for and issued rental equipment.

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PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons are widely available and are proven to help participants progress more quickly than group lessons. Choose from a multitude of options, ranging from 1 to 4 hours in length. Suitable for all levels.

Program Duration Time Regular Rate
Private Lesson - Full Day 4 hr 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $529
Private Lesson - Ext Half Day 3 hr 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM $399
Private Lesson - Half Day AM 2 hr 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $329
Private Lesson - Half Day PM 2 hr 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $319
Private lesson - One Hour 1 hr Based on availability $129
Private Lesson - Early Bird 45 min 9:35 AM - 10:20 AM $99

Available 7 days / week.

Weekday lesson times may be subject to change.

Full day lesson features an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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FAMILY PRIVATE

Feel more comfortable staying within your family circle? Our family private lessons are offered on a half-day basis, with a minimum of 3 people require to participate, and available to skiers and riders of all years and all levels.

These lessons can include up to 6 individuals, providing they are within the same cohort. Families of 7 or more will require an additional instructor at a cost of a second lesson.

Please note that skiers and snowboarders cannot be accommodated within the same lesson. For the best experience, it is recommended that all participants be of similar ability level.

Program Time Regular Rate
Family Private - Half Day AM 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM $379
Family Private - Half Day PM 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $379

Available 7 days / week.

Weekday lesson times may be subject to change.

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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SET DATE PROGRAMS

SET DAY, SPECIALTY SESSIONS, HELD ONLY ON CERTAIN DATES.

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INTRO TO PARK DAY

Want to learn the ropes in the park? This one’s for you!

Our Intro to Park Day is the perfect way to get either yourself or your kids into hitting freestyle features. We’ll discuss the fundamentals of park, in addition to hitting some easier features.

This 2.5 hour lesson is suitable for skiers / riders levels 4+.

Program Dates Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Intro to Park - Ages 8-13 Feb. 19, 2027 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM $135.15 $159

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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3-DAY HOLIDAY CAMPS

The holidays are a great opportunity to develop your children’s skills, in addition to giving you a little bit of solo shredding time! During Christmas and Family Weeks, we offer several 3 consecutive day camps.

Dates
Dec. 21 - 23, 2026
Dec. 26 - 28, 2026
Dec. 29 - 31, 2026
Feb. 16 - 18, 2027

For children aged 3-5 years old we have two options of programming.

For levels 1-2, it’s a half day of skiing/riding with an exceptional 1:2 instructor-to-student ratio. Learning a new sport at this age can be tiring, so we’ve thoughtfully designed this program to balance skill development with fun—keeping kids engaged and excited to return.

For levels 3-4 it’s a full day program with 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio and includes 2 hours of instruction in the morning and afternoon each day, keeping your young rippers shredding!

For kids aged 6-13 years, our ski/snowboard focused program has a 1:8 instructor-to-student ratio and is suitable for all ability levels.

Ages Level Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
3-5 1-2 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $211.65 $249
3-5 3-4 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $271.15 $319
6-13 1-5 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $271.15 $319

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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HIGH ALPINE PERFORMANCE DAY (SKI ONLY)

A local favourite, our High Alpine Days are sure to sell out.

This skier only, day long clinic, is for already advanced skiers, looking to hone their skills in Castle’s amazing, yet sometimes harsh alpine environment.

Suitable for skiers levels 4 – 5.

Program Dates Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
High Alpine Day Feb. 25, 2027 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM $169.15 $199

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

Our High Alpine Day includes a 1 hour unsupervised lunch break.

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BIG MOUNTAIN BABES

Join us on International Women’s Day for an epic Women’s Shred Meet-Up designed to build confidence, community, and big mountain stoke!

Spend the day riding with Snow Big Mountain Coaches who will be offering informal tips and tricks to help you push your skills and crush your big mountain goals in a supportive, empowering environment. Each group will have a dedicated photographer for an hour to capture all the action, so you’ll walk away with some rad shots to remember the day.

We’ll wrap things up at 4pm in the T-Bar with a well-earned bevvy, delicious charcuterie, and a screening of an inspiring women’s ski and snowboard film.

Come for the turns, stay for the vibes — let’s send it together!

Suitable for skiers/snowboarders levels 4 – 5.

Program Dates Time Early Bird (until Oct.31) Regular Rate
Big Mountain Babes Mar. 7, 2027 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM $67.15 $79

Lift ticket and rentals not included.

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2-DAY CARV CAMP

What happens when you meld top-notch, in-person instruction with the power of the world’s most advanced piece of ski wearable technology? You get Castle Mountain Resort’s exclusive 2-Day CARV Camp, suitable for skiers levels 4 & up.

This 2-day camp includes 2 full days of on-snow instruction from some of our highest ranking instructors and valuable information on how to use the brand new CARV 2 device.

Please note that this program is for skiers only.

Program Dates Time Regular Rate
2-Day CARV Camp TBD 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM $409

Each day features an unsupervised lunch. Time varies by day.

Participants can elect to bring their own CARV 2 device or borrow from our fleet, for these lessons. You must provide your own smartphone and Bluetooth headphones (suitable for wearing while skiing).

To learn more about and/or purchase a CARV 2 device, click here.

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MULTI-WEEK PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS HELD OVER MULTIPLE CONSEUCTIVE WEEKS, FOR BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN.

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MULTI-WEEK CAMPS (AGES 3-5)

For parents / children looking for more of a sustained commitment to training, our Multi Week programs offer just that, with the choice of 4 or 8 weeks. Camps are available for skiers/snowboarders of levels 1-4.

For children aged 3-5 years old we have two options of programming.

For levels 1-2, it’s a half day of skiing/riding with an exceptional 1:2 instructor-to-student ratio. Learning a new sport at this age can be tiring, so we’ve thoughtfully designed this program to balance skill development with fun—keeping kids engaged and excited to return.

For levels 3-4 it’s a full day program with 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio and includes 2 hours of instruction in the morning and afternoon each day, keeping your young rippers shredding!

Full day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.

Lift tickets and rentals not included.

8 Week Program
Level Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
1-2 Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $424.15 $499
3-4 Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $560.15 $659

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4 Week Program
Level Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
1-2 Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $254.15 $299
3-4 Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $373.15 $439
1-2 Mar. 6 OR Mar. 7, 2027 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM $228.65 $269
3-4 Mar. 6 OR Mar. 7, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $305.15 $359

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MULTI-WEEK CAMPS (AGES 6-13)

For parents / children looking for more of a sustained commitment to training, our multi-week programs offer just that, with the choice of 4 or 8 weeks. Camps are available for skiers/riders of levels 1-4 and include 2 hours of instruction in the morning and afternoon each day. If your child is Level 4 or 5, check out our Freeride 8-Week Program, designed for more advanced riders looking to take their skills to the next level.

An optional supervised lunch is available for pre-purchase, so your child can be looked after and refuel while you continue to enjoy the slopes.

Lift tickets and rentals not included.

8 Week Program
Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $560.15 $659

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4 Week Program
Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $373.15 $439
Mar. 6 OR Mar. 7, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $305.15 $359

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FREERIDE CAMPS (AGES 7-15)

Shred, jump, and explore with our 8-Week Freeride Camp for kids! Each week, young riders will tackle fun terrain, improve their skills, and ride with confidence—all while having a blast on the mountain. Our multi-week sessions give kids two hours of lessons in the morning and two in the afternoon, week after week, allowing them to progress, have fun, and take their skills to new heights-literally!

For kids aged 7-15, this program maintains a 1:8 instructor-to-student ratio and is suitable for levels 4 – 5 only.

Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Jan. 9 OR Jan. 10, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $560.15 $659

An optional supervised lunch is available for pre-purchase, so your child can be looked after and refuel while you continue to enjoy the slopes.

Lift tickets and rentals not included.

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TEEN CLUB (AGES 13-15)

NEW PROGRAM ALERT! Push your riding further with our Teen Club—built for confident levels 4-5 skiers and snowboarders ready to level up. Over four weeks, you’ll ride with the same crew, tackle new terrain, and sharpen your skills with focused coaching in a fun, social environment. Perfect for teens who want to progress, challenge themselves, and make the most of every day on snow.

For teen’s aged 13-15, this program maintains a 1:8 instructor-to-student ratio and is suitable for levels 4-5 only.

Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Feb. 6, 2027 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM $364.65 $429

Full Day programs feature an unsupervised lunch period from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

Lift tickets and rentals not included.

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SHRED SISTERS

Join the exclusive program that celebrates ladies getting together and ripping up the mountain, in a supportive female based environment. Available to all ability levels and featuring:

  • 3 hour instruction daily over 7 consecutive Sundays
  • An outdoors après to celebrate after the final lesson
Start Date Time Early Bird (until Oct. 31) Regular Rate
Jan. 17, 2027 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM $449.65 $529

Lift tickets and rentals not included.

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BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR

CERTIFICATIONS AND INTERNSHIPS, FOR FUTURE INSTRUCTORS.

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SNOWMINDS

Come to Castle Mountain Resort to train, work and play in the Canadian Rockies.

Kickstart your ski or snowboard career with Snowminds at Castle Mountain Resort. This internship-style program is designed to take passionate riders and turn them into certified instructors through professional training and real on-snow experience. Participants receive comprehensive support while working toward their Level 1 certification, and upon successful completion, are guaranteed a position with our Snow School. From there, you’ll continue developing your skills with further training toward your Level 2 certification, all while enjoying additional perks and being part of a vibrant mountain community.

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EDUCATING ADVENTURES

Come to Castle Mountain Resort to train, work and play in the Canadian Rockies.

Kickstart your ski or snowboard career with Educating Adventures at Castle Mountain Resort. This internship-style program is designed to take passionate riders and turn them into certified instructors through professional training and real on-snow experience. Participants receive comprehensive support while working toward their Level 1 certification, and upon successful completion, are guaranteed a position with our Snow School. From there, you’ll continue developing your skills with further training toward your Level 2 certification, all while enjoying additional perks and being part of a vibrant mountain community.

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SKI INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

Looking to take an instructor certification? There are 2 routes you could go and both are offered at Castle Mountain Resort. Check out their websites below.

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SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

Looking to take an instructor certification? Check out their website below.

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Need more info? Talk to Snow School today!

Call 1-888-SKI TONS (754-8667) extension 231 to speak to a Snow School expert, or fill out the form below

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