First Time Lessons
Lesson start times for 2 hour lessons 10am, 1pm, and 6:30pm (only during night operations). Lesson start time for 4 hour lessons 10am.
Purchase lessons at the Ski School Sales Desk on the first floor of the South Lodge or the Rental Shop on the first floor of
the North Lodge. Please arrive at sales station at least one hour prior to lesson start time in order to get rentals and arrive at your lesson on time.
Get tips and suggestions on how to prepare for your lesson
• Get information about Youth First Time Lessons
Adult "First-Time" Group Lesson Packages (ages 13 and up)
Learning to ski or snowboard really only takes a sense of adventure and a willingness to give it a try.
With the right attitude, you'll very quickly find yourself moving beyond the beginner level.
• Adult Group Lessons are for students age 13 and older.
| Lesson |
Cost |
Duration |
Lift Ticket |
Rentals |
| 4 Hour Group |
$70 |
4 hr Lesson |
Buttercup only |
included |
| 2 Hour Group |
$60 |
2 hr Lesson |
Buttercup only |
included |
| 3X Group Package |
$99 |
2hr Lesson* |
2 Buttercup, 1 All-Mountain |
included |
*upgrade to 4 hr lesson for $10 per day
Private "First-Time" Lessons
In addition to Mt. Hood Meadows' professional one-on-one ski or snowboard instruction, our Private Lesson Packages offer discounted rates on lift tickets and rentals, as well as lift-cutting privileges.
• First Time Package Add Additional Person $90
| Lesson |
Cost |
Duration |
Lift Ticket |
Rentals |
| First-Time Package |
$120* |
1 hr Lesson |
Buttercup only |
included |
*additional hours may be purchased for $50 each
Find a weekend bus in your neighborhood!
Weekend sessions are offered Saturdays (January 10, 17, 24, 31; or February 7, 14, 19, 26), or Sundays (January 11, 18, 25, February 1; or February 8, 15, 22, March 1).
Find a midweek adult bus in your neighborhood!
Midweek sessions are offered consecutive Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays beginning January 6, 7 or 8.