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Age determined by age on Jan 1, 2024
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| Program | Requirement | Ages | Price | Hours Per Session | Days per Sessions | ||
| Mini’s – SOLD OUT (Skiers only for this age group) | Level 3+ | 4-6 | $600 | 10am-1pm | 10 Sundays (Jan 7 – Mar 24, see below for dates) | ||
| Ridge Runners (For Skiers) | Independent Lift Rider Level 3+ | 7-12 | $960 | 9:15am-3:15pm | 10 Saturdays &/or 10 Sundays (Jan 6 – Mar 24 see below for dates) | ||
| Ridge Riders (For Snowboarders) | Independent Lift Rider Level 3+ | 7 – 12 | $960 | 9:15am-3:15pm | 10 Saturdays &/or 10 Sundays (Jan 6 – Mar 24 see below for dates) | ||
| Bolton Freeride Team (Skiers & Snowboarders) | Independent Lift Rider Level 9+ | 10-18 | $960 | 9am-3pm | 10 Saturdays &/or 10 Sundays (Jan 6 – Mar 24 see below for dates) |
Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
Bolton Valley’s season-long weekend instructional program is for families who choose to ski or ride with high frequency throughout the winter with weekly programs on Saturdays and/or Sundays. The program’s primary focus is on building a strong fundamental base to help participants enjoy a lifetime of skiing and riding. The seasonal programs aim to give each young athlete freedom to explore the many aspects of skiing and riding, such as parks, racing, woods, and any other terrain. Most importantly, however, we want to foster a life-long love of skiing and riding as a sport, a source of family fun, and a source of individual challenge and reward.
Throughout the season, we will aim to keep the same coach with the same group of kids consistently. Periodically, the groups may bring in different coaches with varying areas of expertise to work on new skills. Parents will receive regular communication throughout the year from our program manager.
Mini’s
Ages 4-6Mini’s
Skiers Only | Ages 4-6 (as of Jan 1 2024)
This program is for 4, 5 or 6 year old skiers who can ride a chairlift, know how to stop, turn both ways, but wants to progress to the next level and gain confidence.
**Please note that Mini Programs DO NOT come with a lift ticket, rental equipment or lunch. Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
- Sundays, 10 am – 1 pm. The minis program does NOT include lunch. Please plan accordingly and pack snacks.
- Our policy is to have all Mini’s ride the chair with an adult (ski instructor, patrol, or volunteers from the lift line). The only way to guarantee your child will be riding the chair with an instructor is to book a private lesson.
- There will be no accommodations for minis who are unprepared to ride the chair lift.
- Meets for 10 weeks (excluding holiday weekends)
Saturday Dates: Jan 6, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 2, 9, 16, 23SOLD OUTSunday Dates: Jan 7, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 25 | Mar 3, 10, 17, 24SOLD OUT
Ridge Runners & Riders
Ages 7-12Ridge Runners (for Skiers)
Ages 7-12 (as of Jan 1 2024)
Skiers (Snowboarders Please See Next Group Down: “Ridge Riders”)
**Please note that All Season Long Programs DO NOT come with a lift ticket or rental equipment. Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
- Time: 9:15am – 3:15pm, Saturday or Sunday
- Lunch is provided, but snacks recommended
- LIFT-READY: Lift-ready means your child can stop independently and link turns both directions. For Ridge Runner/Riders, it is likely that kids will have to ride a chairlift without an adult, and/or with another student. All students must be able to pull the chairlift bar down on their own.
- Saturday Dates: Jan 6, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
- Sunday Dates: Jan 7, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 25 | Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
Ridge Riders (For Snowboarders)
Ages 7-12 (as of Jan 1 2024)
Snowboarders (Skiers Please See Next Group UP: “Ridge Runners”)
**Please note that All Season Long Programs DO NOT come with a lift ticket or rental equipment. Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
- Time: 9:15am – 3:15pm, Saturday or Sunday
- Lunch is provided, but snacks recommended
- LIFT-READY: Lift-ready means your child can stop independently and link turns both directions. For Ridge Runner/Riders, it is likely that kids will have to ride a chairlift without an adult, and/or with another student. All students must be able to pull the chairlift bar down on their own.
- Saturday Dates: Jan 6, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
- Sunday Dates: Jan 7, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 25 | Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
BV FREERIDE TEAM
Ages 10-18The BV Freeride Team will be back for the 2023-24 season, offering big mountain and terrain park adventure for skiers and snowboarders!
WHAT IS FREERIDE?
The terms “freeride” and “big mountain” are synonymous and essentially refer to any skiing or snowboarding that takes place in natural terrain and snow conditions, and embodies a style of riding that utilizes the mountain’s many rocks, trees, bumps, and pitches in a creative way. It typically does not include groomed surfaces or man-made features, and it utilizes and combines skills and techniques from all other disciplines of skiing and snowboarding.
WHAT THE TEAM IS ALL ABOUT
We’ll be focusing on big-mountain style skiing and riding, risk assessment, and generally raising kids’ comfort levels on every terrain and in every condition the mountains can throw at them. They’ll spend a lot of time on the mountain – on the steeps and in the trees – as well as some time in the park and in the air, and exploring the backcountry.
Looking for Competition?
If participants are interested in Freeride competitions, our Freeride coaches are IFSA certified and will attend competitions! Coaches will announce which competitions they plan on attending. Participant’s lift tickets and transportation will not be provided for Bolton athletes or parents for any away competitions.
Freeride Ski
Ages 10-18
**Please note that All Season Long Programs DO NOT come with a lift ticket or rental equipment . Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
- The Athletes MUST be able to ski safely and in control, making parallel turns from the summit of all Bolton Valley chairs, and in black diamond terrain (groomed and un-groomed). Skill assessments are mandatory at the start of the season.
- Saturday Dates: Jan 6, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
- Sunday Dates: Jan 7, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 25 | Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
- Hours: 9 am – 3 pm
- Lunch is provided, but snacks recommended
- Meeting Place: Ski racks in Vista loading area
Freeride Snowboard
Ages 10-18
**Please note that All Season Long Programs DO NOT come with a lift ticket or rental equipment. Lift tickets and season passes can be purchased separately HERE
- The Athletes MUST be able to ski safely and in control, making parallel turns from the summit of all Bolton Valley chairs, and in black diamond terrain (groomed and un-groomed). Skill assessments are mandatory at the start of the season.
- Saturday Dates: Jan 6, 20, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
- Sunday Dates: Jan 7, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 25 | Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
- Hours: 9 am – 3 pm
- Lunch is provided, but snacks recommended
- Meeting Place: Ski racks in Vista loading area
For information and bookings of our single session Private and Group Lessons, Go HERE
All lesson and season long programs will meet outside on snow.
–All bookings will be done online or by phone.
-Children must be in the age range as of Jan 1 2024
Our goal is to create a life-long love of skiing & riding. We offer a selection of different season-long programs for every skill level! Find one that works for you below! Limited availability. All prices subject to change.