Children’s Programs & Lessons on sale now!

At Shawnee, kids are our specialty. We offer morning, afternoon and full day programs daily by our specially trained staff. Get your kids on the snow this winter and create great memories on the slopes. Included with all of our children’s programs is an all day lift ticket and rentals for your child, so feel free to play some more before or after their lesson!

Please call us to make a reservation on Christmas Day 570-421-7231 ext 231.

Lessons

SKIwee Learn to Ski Program (Ages 4-6)

Introduce your little ones to the exciting world of skiing with our SKIwee Learn to Ski Program, designed specifically for young beginners.

  • Duration: 2-hour sessions, offered twice daily (morning and afternoon)

  • Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:4

  • Location: Dedicated SKIwee Bowl with its own surface lift, The Magic Carpet

  • Progression: Students advance at their own pace, may need multiple lessons before moving to the next level

  • Breaks: Brief breaks with water and a small snack provided

  • Helmets: Required and included in the program price

*Please note pricing and availability are subject to change without notice.

Monday-Friday

$155

Session Times

  • 9:30AM or 1:30PM

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

$199

Session Times

  • 9:30AM or 1:30PM

COUPON ALERT:
Save on a SkiWee PM class with code SKIWEEPM

Book an afternoon class on Monday or Tuesday during non-holiday periods and use the coupon code for 20% off a lesson package.

Lessons

Mountain Cruisers Ski Program (Ages 7-15)

Join our Mountain Cruisers Ski Program for an engaging and skill-building experience tailored for young skiers of all levels. Our motto is fun, safety, and learning!

  • Duration: 3-hour sessions offered morning, afternoon, and full-day (with lunch)

  • Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:6

  • Skill Levels: All levels welcome, from first-timers to advanced

  • Assessment: Skiers assessed and placed according to age and skill level

  • Progression: Students advance at their own pace and may change levels during lessons

  • Breaks: Includes a short break with provided snack and drink; personal snacks allowed

  • Safety: Food allergies addressed at the beginning of each day

  • Helmets: Required and included in the program price

*Please note pricing and availability are subject to change without notice.

3 Hour Program

Monday – Friday

$175

Session Times

  • AM Session : 9:30AM – 12:30PM

  • PM M-Tu : 1:30PM – 4:00PM (No break)
  • PM Wed-Fr : 1:30PM – 4:30PM

3 Hour Program

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

$215

Session Times

  • AM Session : 9:30AM – 12:30PM

  • PM Session : 1:30PM – 4:30PM

All Day Program

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

$280

Session Times

  • M-Tu: 9:30AM – 4:00PM
  • W-F: 9:30AM – 4:30PM

All Day Program

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

$344

Session Times

  • 9:30AM – 4:30PM

COUPON ALERT:
Save on a Mountain Cruiser PM class with code MTNCRUISERPM

Book an afternoon class on Monday or Tuesday during non-holiday periods and use the coupon code for 20% off a lesson package.

Lessons

Young Riders Snowboard Program (Ages 7-15)

Get your kids carving up the slopes with our dynamic Snowboard Program, perfect for young riders eager to learn and improve their skills. Join us for a fun and safe snowboarding experience tailored to your child’s ability level!

  • Duration: 3-hour sessions offered morning and afternoon

  • Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:4

  • Weekdays: Entry-level riders only (Monday through Friday), No PM Sessions Mon-Tues

  • Weekends: Lessons for all abilities, with assessment before the lesson

  • Grouping: First-time snowboarders grouped together

  • Location: Lessons in our learning center with a surface lift

  • Breaks: Includes a short break with provided snack and drink; personal snacks allowed

  • Safety: Food allergies addressed at the beginning of each day

  • Helmets: Required and included in the program price

*Please note pricing and availability are subject to change without notice.

Monday-Friday

$185

Session Times

  • AM Session: 9:30AM – 12:30PM

  • PM Session M-Tu: 1:30PM – 4:00PM (no break)
  • PM Session Wed-Sun: 1:30PM – 4:30PM

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

$225

Session Times

  • AM Session: 9:30AM – 12:30PM

  • PM Session: 1:30PM – 4:30PM

COUPON ALERT:
Save on a Young Rider PM class with code MTNCRUISERPM

Book an afternoon class on Monday or Tuesday during non-holiday periods and use the coupon code for 20% off a lesson package.

Specialty Lessons

Provide your child(ren) with:

  • A good pair of well-fitted, smooth (not bulky), over-the-calf ski socks.
  • Warm, waterproof gloves or mittens (we recommend mittens for small children).
  • Warm hat or better yet a helmet, new this year helmet included with all programs.

Snow pants or ski/snowboard pants are recommended, jeans are not.

Arrive early so you will not be rushed. We advise at least an hour before your lesson time.

Children should eat a good meal before checking in for their lesson.

Please Note: Special needs lessons require advance notice.

Using a chair lift while skiing, snowboarding, or even just sightseeing, is an exceptionally secure mode of transportation. Nonetheless incidents and accidents can happen – especially when people are unaware of loading, riding and unloading procedures. Educate your children about loading, riding and unloading lifts. Be sure to emphasize courteous behavior and utilize these Tips for Responsible Lift Use to get your points across. Slope safety and personal responsibility should be discussed prior to hitting the slopes or using a lift.

Keep in mind, when your child loads a lift chair without you, they may not always be riding with another adult. Remember, it’s your responsibility to know how to use and ride the lift safely as well as your child’s. Having the knowledge and dexterity to use the lift properly will ensure fun for everyone.

The National Ski Areas Association promotes the use of helmets on the slopes. We urge skiers and riders to wear a helmet – but to ski or ride as if they are not wearing a helmet. NSAA views skiing and snowboarding in a controlled and responsible manner – not helmets only – as the primary safety consideration for all skiers and boarders. A skier’s behavior has as much or more to do with the safety of the sport as does any piece of equipment.

In 2002, Lids on Kids debuted as a resource for consumers to learn about helmet use in skiing and snowboarding. This site contains FAQs about helmet use, fit and sizing information, general slope safety information, related articles and games, and testimonials about helmet use from well-known athletes, including US Ski Team members. The site has received nearly 2 million hits since it was created. The tagline, “A Helmet-It’s a Smart Idea,” is printed on posters and promotional cards at resorts nationwide. www.LidsOnKids.org

No refunds on packages. A credit or date change may be issued for this season only with the flexible ticket add on for $25! All changes must be made at least 48 hours in advance to a SKIwee Customer Service Representative only.

If you are late, you may lose your reservation. We will make every effort to accommodate you. If you are running late, please call us at 570-421-7231, ext. 231.

For more information or to speak with a children’s program representative please call 570-421-7231 ext 231 or email [email protected]