Learn to ski and ride in Ski Town U.S.A.®
Greenhorn Ranch
Greenhorn Ranch is the perfect place to carve with confidence, whether you're starting to learn or brushing off the dust.
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All of the magic carpet lifts and Terrain Based Learning features are for use of the SnowSports School. Greenhorn Ranch Express chairlift, and Rough Rider trail, are available to the public. Guests may get off at Greenhorn Ranch, at Wild Blue Gondola's mid-station, to access Thunderhead chairlift or Greenhorn Ranch Express.
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Can I escort my child to Greenhorn Ranch for their lesson?
Parents can escort their child at Greenhorn Ranch via the SnowSports specific lane at the base of Wild Blue Gondola. No ticket is required. Parents are welcome to stay and observe their child's lesson.
Can I download from Greenhorn Ranch to the base area?
Yes, any skier or rider may download from Greenhorn Ranch to the base area via Wild Blue Gondola mid-station.
How do I get to Greenhorn Ranch?
From the base area, take Wild Blue Gondola and get off at the mid-station, or you can take Christie Peak Express to the top and ski or ride Boulevard to Rough Rider.
Is Greenhorn Ranch open to the public?
All of the magic carpet lifts and Terrain Based Learning features are for use of the SnowSports School. Greenhorn Ranch Express chairlift, and Rough Rider trail, are available to the public. Guests may get off at Greenhorn Ranch, at Wild Blue Gondola's mid-station, to access Thunderhead chairlift or Greenhorn Ranch Express.
What kind of lessons do you offer?
We offer private and group lessons for all ages, abilities and disciplines that meet the needs of all our guests.
PRIVATE LESSONS
PRIVATE LESSONS | AGE 7+
Private lessons are the most customizable experience for our guests and are recommended for individuals and families up to five participants. Participants must be of the same discipline (ski or snowboard) and of the same ability level.
YOUNG KIDS PRIVATE LESSONS | AGE 3 - 6
Young Kids Private lessons are recommended for individuals or up to a maximum of two kids.
Three private lesson times are offered:
ski with me program| 1 HOUR PRIVATE LESSON | 1:1 INSTRUCTION
The Ski With Me Program offers 1 hour private lessons with 1:1 instruction for skiers and snowboarders ages 2 - 4 years. Lift access and rentals are included during the lesson duration. Available lesson times are 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, or 2:00pm.
Group Lessons
Lesson are grouped based on discipline (ski vs snowboard) and ability level.
Adult group lessons
Ages 18+, all ability levels. Lesson time 9:30am - 3:00pm.
Teen Group Lessons
Ages 13 - 17, all ability levels. Lesson time is 9:00am - 3:00pm.
kids group lessons
Ages 7 - 12, all ability levels. Lesson time is 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Young Kids Group Lessons | ages 3 - 6
Young kids lessons include lunch and an add-on equipment rental. Lift access is required and not included for Sundance Kids or Bandits lessons, but a $10 add-on lift ticket is available with lesson purchase.
seasonal ski and snowboard programs
Steamboat's seasonal ski and snowboard programs allow local friends to develop lifelong skills and friends. These programs are offered over a 5-week period, on either Saturday or Sunday, from 10:00am - 3:00pm. All ability levels welcome as kids and teens will be grouped based on age and ability level.
Trail Busters | Age 7 - 17 years | ski or snowboard
Mini Busters | Ages 5 and 6 years | ski or snowboard
Two sessions offering Saturday and Sundays:
Little Toots| Ages 3.5 - 4 years | ski |
Offered 4 consecutive Fridays beginning January 12, 2023. 2-hour lessons, choose from the morning or afternoon session.
PRIVATE LESSONS
PRIVATE LESSONS | AGE 7+
Private lessons are the most customizable experience for our guests and are recommended for individuals and families up to five participants. Participants must be of the same discipline (ski or snowboard) and of the same ability level.
YOUNG KIDS PRIVATE LESSONS | AGE 3 - 6
Young Kids Private lessons are recommended for individuals or up to a maximum of two kids.
Three private lesson times are offered:
- All day 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Morning half day 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Afternoon half day 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ski with me program| 1 HOUR PRIVATE LESSON | 1:1 INSTRUCTION
The Ski With Me Program offers 1 hour private lessons with 1:1 instruction for skiers and snowboarders ages 2 - 4 years. Lift access and rentals are included during the lesson duration. Available lesson times are 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, or 2:00pm.
Group Lessons
Lesson are grouped based on discipline (ski vs snowboard) and ability level.
Adult group lessons
Ages 18+, all ability levels. Lesson time 9:30am - 3:00pm.
Teen Group Lessons
Ages 13 - 17, all ability levels. Lesson time is 9:00am - 3:00pm.
kids group lessons
Ages 7 - 12, all ability levels. Lesson time is 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Young Kids Group Lessons | ages 3 - 6
Young kids lessons include lunch and an add-on equipment rental. Lift access is required and not included for Sundance Kids or Bandits lessons, but a $10 add-on lift ticket is available with lesson purchase.
Program | Lesson Type | Age | Program Hours | Special Considerations | Lesson Details | What does a typical day look like? | Is Lift Access Includes? | Is Lunch Included? |
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Palomino Pals | Ski | 3 - 3.5 years | Drop off 8:15am - 9:00am. Pick up 3:00pm. | Does not need to be potty trained, takes naps. | Up to 1.5 hour lesson, unscheduled. Instructor ratio is either 1:2 or 1:3 depending on time of year. | Gondola rides, arts and crafts, inside play, snow play, lunch, rest time between 1:00 - 3:00pm. | No | Yes |
Mavericks | Ski | 3.5 - 3.9 years | Drop off 8:15am - 9:00am. Pick up 3:00pm. | Must be potty trained. | Up to 1 hour lessons in both the morning and the afternoon (2hr total). Instructor ratio is 1:3 - 1:5 depending on time of year. | Gondola rides, arts and crafts, inside play, snow play, lunch, may have a short rest time after lunch. | No | Yes |
Sundance Kids | Ski | 4 - 6 years | Drop off 8:15am - 9:00am. Pick up 3:00pm. | Must be fully potty trained and does not take naps. | Up to 2 hour lessons in both morning and afternoon (4hr total). Instructor ratio max is 1:5 depending on child's ability level and time of year. | Some indoor activities between drop off and class start, mostly skiing with a break for lunch. | No | Yes |
Bandits | Snowboard | 4 - 6 years | Drop off 8:15am - 9:00am. Pick up 3:00pm. | Must be fully potty trained and does not take naps. | Up to 2 hour lessons in both morning and afternoon (4hr total). Instructor ratio max is 1:6 depending on child's ability level and time of year. | Some indoor activities between drop off and class start, mostly skiing with a break for lunch. | No | Yes |
seasonal ski and snowboard programs
Steamboat's seasonal ski and snowboard programs allow local friends to develop lifelong skills and friends. These programs are offered over a 5-week period, on either Saturday or Sunday, from 10:00am - 3:00pm. All ability levels welcome as kids and teens will be grouped based on age and ability level.
Trail Busters | Age 7 - 17 years | ski or snowboard
Mini Busters | Ages 5 and 6 years | ski or snowboard
Two sessions offering Saturday and Sundays:
- Session I Saturday: 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 1/7, 1/14
- Session I Sunday: 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, 1/8, 1/15
- Session II Saturday: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4
- Session II Sunday: 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5
Little Toots| Ages 3.5 - 4 years | ski |
Offered 4 consecutive Fridays beginning January 12, 2023. 2-hour lessons, choose from the morning or afternoon session.
What is Terrain Based Learning?
Coined by Snow Operating, Terrain Based Learning® is an innovative, progressive and well-regarded approach to ski and snowboard instruction. Using the terrain to naturally teach skiing and snowboarding, new skiers and riders are able to feel sensations such as gliding and turning to acquire skills faster on the snow. While the shaped terrain provides a sensation to create learning, the instructor facilitates the process by pointing the skier/rider to those specific sensations. rich-text, responsive-table
Coined by Snow Operating, Terrain Based Learning® is an innovative, progressive and well-regarded approach to ski and snowboard instruction. Using the terrain to naturally teach skiing and snowboarding, new skiers and riders are able to feel sensations such as gliding and turning to acquire skills faster on the snow. While the shaped terrain provides a sensation to create learning, the instructor facilitates the process by pointing the skier/rider to those specific sensations. rich-text, responsive-table