Ages 6 - 12
Watch your child's passion for skiing take off in our Radical Rippers programs. These lessons are for kids to have a blast on snow, gain confidence, improve their riding skills, and build friendships in a safe learning environment.
Each program will begin by revisiting the level goals from the previous level on more challenging terrain. An evaluation will be done at the start of each program, we reserve the right to move the participant to the level most appropriate for their skill level. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.
Lesson Information
- Radical Rippers ski lessons are 2-hours long and include standard hill access during the lesson.
- We focus on smaller class sizes with a target ratio of 1 instructor per 7 participants for this program.
- Multi-week lessons will not run on the Family Day long weekend.
Holiday programs
Learn during the break! Holiday programs are available over the Christmas/New Year period (four-day programs), Family Day weekend (two-day programs, mid-February) and spring break (three-day programs, late March).
Terms of Contract
IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED
A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement(s) ("Waiver(s)") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps and, if applicable, rental of Equipment. If the applicable Waiver(s) are not completed, participation in the WinSport Program, access to WinSport’s facilities and/or rental of Equipment will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided.
The Waiver(s) will be available for completion during the sales process, and copies are available for preview below.
- The Waiver(s) will apply to all ski and snowboard activities and facility use, including without limitation all day ticket use, season pass use, all programs, camps and lessons, and Equipment Rentals during the 2024-25 season.
- Each adult participant must complete their own Waiver(s).
- A parent/guardian must complete the Waiver(s) for their minor/child participant.
PLEASE READ THE WAIVER(S) CAREFULLY! By signing, you will waive or give up certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence, breach of contract, or breach of the Occupiers’ Liability Act or claim compensation following an accident.
VIEW THE SKI AND SNOWBOARD - STANDARD PROGRAMS WAIVER
VIEW THE ALPINE EQUIPMENT RENTAL WAIVER
NO GUARANTEE OF CONDITIONS - We do not guarantee hill conditions, weather or other operating conditions including open terrain or lift operation.
NO FOOT TRAFFIC ALLOWED ON SKI HILL - For the safety of WinSport’s guests, there is no foot traffic allowed or on-hill viewing of winter lessons. Parents (including carpet-only ticket holders) are not allowed on snow without ski or snowboard equipment and a valid ticket/pass. Only persons with a valid ticket/pass who are skiing or snowboarding with appropriate equipment will be permitted on snow.
ENROLLMENT IS REVOCABLE WITHOUT REFUND IN THE EVENT OF MISCONDUCT. CANCELLATION OF ENROLLMENT AND REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO WINSPORT’S REFUND POLICY.
CODE OF CONDUCT - For the safety and enjoyment of all, participants and users of WinSport’s facilities are required to follow the WinSport Code of Conduct
LESSONS, CAMPS AND PROGRAMS REFUND POLICY - Refund Policy
First time on skis.
Fun skiing-related games and tactics are used to provide an engaging and active introduction to skiing with the goal of building a lifelong love of the sport. Students will learn to love learning to ski!
Prerequisites
- Remain active for 2 hours.
Level Goal(s)
- Introduction to equipment and basic mobility.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so you can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering (no scarves)
- CSA approved Snow Sport Helmet
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Ski boots
- Skis with metal edges and release bindings
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
On mobile, scroll to view price and register →
| Age | Available Days | Time | Dates | Starting From |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 23, Nov 24, Jan 4, Jan 5, Feb 1, Feb 2, Mar 8, Mar 9 | $460.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:30pm, 4:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 29, Jan 10, Feb 7 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 27, Jan 7, Jan 9, Feb 6 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 6-weeks: Jan 6 | $605.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Dec 30, Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 3-day: Dec 21, Dec 27 | $345.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
Still learning to stop and control speed.
Fun skiing-related games and tactics are used to provide an engaging and active introduction to skiing with the goal of building a lifelong love of the sport. Students will learn how to control speed and change direction.
Beginner 1 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation.
Prerequisites
- Introduction to equipment and basic mobility.
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can perform a controlled snowplow to stop on Silver carpet.
- Balance: I have a stable body position when straight running Silver carpet.
- Mobility: I can walk and slide on flat snow with my skis on.
- Turning: I have been introduced to turning.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so you can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering (no scarves)
- CSA approved Snow Sport Helmet
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Ski boots
- Skis with metal edges and release bindings
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
On mobile, scroll to view price and register →
| Age | Available Days | Time | Dates | Starting From |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am or 12:00pm or 3:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 23, Nov 24, Jan 4, Jan 5, Feb 1, Feb 2, Mar 8, Mar 9 | $460.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:30pm or 4:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 29, Jan 10, Feb 7 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 28, Jan 7, Jan 9, Feb 6 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 6-weeks: Jan 6 | $605.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 8-weeks: Feb 4 | $765.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Dec 30, Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Jan 2, Feb 15 | $345.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 3-day: Dec 21, Dec 27 | $230.00 Buy now |
Able to stop and control speed on gentle slope.
This program is for kids who are continuing to develop fundamental skills and build confidence, but are ready to progress onto more difficult Green runs.
Novice 2 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation for a long skiing future.
Prerequisites
- Stopping: I can perform a controlled snowplow to stop on Silver carpet.
- Balance: I have a stable body position when straight running Silver carpet.
- Mobility: I can walk and slide on flat snow with my skis on.
- Turning: I have been introduced to turning.
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can snowplow to control speed and stop on beginner terrain.
- Balance: I can balance on my downhill ski traversing beginner terrain.
- Mobility: I can sidestep uphill.
- Turning: I can link turns on all carpets.
- Timing: I can demonstrate flow while linking turns.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so you can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering (no scarves)
- CSA approved Snow Sport Helmet
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Ski boots
- Skis with metal edges and release bindings
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
On mobile, scroll to view price and register →
| Age | Available Days | Time | Dates | Starting From |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 23, Nov 24, Jan 4, Jan 5, Feb 1, Feb 2, Mar 8, Mar 9 | $460.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:30pm, 4:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 29, Jan 10, Feb 7 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. | 4-weeks: Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 28, Jan 7, Jan 9, Feb 6 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 6-weeks: Jan 6 | $605.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 8-weeks: Feb 4 | $765.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Dec 30, Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 3-day: Dec 21, Dec 27 | $345.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
Able to stop, control speed and direction on beginner terrain.
Students start skiing faster on steeper terrain, while learning how to keep their skis parallel through the turn. This program progresses from beginner to intermediate terrain on the chairlift.
Intermediate 3 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation for a long skiing future.
Prerequisites
- Stopping: I can snowplow to control speed and stop on beginner terrain.
- Balance: I can balance on my downhill ski traversing beginner terrain.
- Mobility: I can sidestep uphill.
- Turning: I can link turns on all carpets.
- Timing: I can demonstrate flow while linking turns.
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can control my speed and stop on intermediate terrain.
- Balance: I can maintain balance on my downhill ski throughout turns.
- Mobility: I can consistently stand up without assistance.
- Turning: I can keep my skis parallel on the traverse of my turns.
- Timing: I am starting to maintain a rhythm on intermediate terrain.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so you can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering (no scarves)
- CSA approved Snow Sport Helmet
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Ski boots
- Skis with metal edges and release bindings
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
On mobile, scroll to view price and register →
| Age | Available Days | Time | Dates | Starting From |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 23, Nov 24, Jan 4, Jan 5, Feb 1, Feb 2, Mar 8, Mar 9 | $460.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:30pm, 4:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 29, Jan 10, Feb 7 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 28, Jan 7, Jan 9, Feb 6 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 6-weeks: Jan 6 | $605.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 8-weeks: Feb 4 | $765.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Dec 30, Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 3-day: Dec 21, Dec 27 | $345.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
Able to control speed and direction, ready for chairlift.
This program focuses on refining fundamental skills and equipping students with the tools to ski any terrain confidently. Your child will develop stronger parallel on intermediate terrain and learn to ride all kinds of terrain with ease. Intermediate 4 may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation.
Participants in 8 week programs may progress to developing fundamental freestyle park riding skills.
Prerequisites
- Stopping: I can control my speed and stop on chairlift terrain.
- Balance: I can demonstrate upper and lower body separation while turning.
- Mobility: I can consistently stand up without assistance.
- Turning: I can match my skis on the traverse of my turns (I can create french fry skis when travelling across the slope).
- Timing: I have been introduced to pole planting.
Level Goal(s)
- Stopping: I can hockey stop consistently in both directions.
- Balance: I remain in control through varied terrain.
- Mobility: I can flex and extend at the correct times during my turn.
- Turning: My skis are parallel and I can adapt my turn shape to navigate intermediate terrain confidently.
- Timing: I can use pole plants to initiate my turns.
- Freeride: I have been introduced to switch skiing, carving and hopping while facing downhill.
Equipment Required
Dress in layers so you can adjust your temperature for hill conditions and stay dry.
Come wearing the following items for a successful lesson experience:
- Buff or face covering (no scarves)
- CSA approved Snow Sport Helmet
- Goggles
- Base layers made of moisture-wicking fabric
- Winter jacket
- Waterproof snow pants
- Wool socks
- Gloves/mittens
- Neck warmer
- Ski boots
- Skis with metal edges and release bindings
Optional Add-ons
Rentals
Inclusions
Hill access during lesson time slot
On mobile, scroll to view price and register →
| Age | Available Days | Time | Dates | Starting From |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am or 12:00pm or 3:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 23, Nov 24, Jan 4, Jan 5, Feb 1, Feb 2, Mar 8, Mar 9 | $460.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 1:30pm or 4:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 29, Jan 10, Feb 7 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 4-weeks: Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 28, Jan 7, Jan 9, Feb 6 | $425.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 6:00pm | 6-weeks: Jan 6 | $605.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 5:00pm | 8-weeks: Feb 4 | $765.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Dec 30, Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 9:00am, 12:00pm, 3:00pm | Holiday 3-day: Dec 21, Dec 27 | $345.00 Buy now |
| 6-12 | SuMoTuWeThFrSa | 3:00pm | Holiday 2-day: Jan 2, Feb 15 | $230.00 Buy now |
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