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The Bike Park and Scenic Chairlift Operations will be closed this weekend due to the rain we received in the last couple days. 

Summer Operations including disc golf, climbing wall, road bike rentals, and the retail shop will be open on limited hours from 10AM-4PM

Ski and Snowboarding Lessons

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Weekday Lessons

Easy as 1, 2, 3 Lessons and Private/Semi-Private lessons available
Mondays: Private/Semi-Private: Lesson Only
(Non-Holiday Mondays)
Private Lessons

Ages 4-6: 1 hour $52 (additional student(s) $44 per)
Ages 7+: 2 hour $89 (additional student(s) $60)
Private/Semi-Private lesson times 9:30AM OR 12:00PM

 

Tuesdays-Fridays Lessons
Private Ski/Board Lessons

Ages 4-6: 1 hour $52 (additional student $44 per)
Ages 7+: 2 hour $89 (additional student $60)
Private/Semi-Private lesson times 9:30AM or 12:00PM

Easy as 1,2,3 Learn to Ski/Board (7+)

Giants Ridge Core-Learning program for the first time skier/boarder. A streamlined introduction to skiing/boarding using our “stations” teaching method. Our Mountain Sports Instructors will guide you the basic one, two, threes of skiing/boarding!

1 Hour-$75 (lesson, beginner hill access tickets, rental)
Start Times: Beginning at 10:00AM-2:30PM Beginning on the half hour
Book your start time when making reservations

Beyond Beginner Add-On

Full Access Add On- $40

  • For the “Beyond Beginner” you will receive a full access ticket, plus an additional hour of lessons
  • Add on is only available on the same day reservation, it extends the 1-hour lesson into a 2-hour consecutive lesson. (May not move add-on to a different day)

 

Lessons must be purchased online, 48 hours prior to scheduled lesson time. All Participants must have met required age category noted as of September 1, 2022.

Weekend & Holiday Lessons

Weekend Lessons available Friday-Sunday
Holiday Dates are December 24-January 2; January 13-15; February 17-19

 

Private Lessons

Ages 4-6: 1 hour $52 (additional student $44 per)
Ages 7+: 2 hour $89 (additional student $60)
Private/Semi-Private lesson times 9:30AM, 12:00PM, or 2:30PM

Easy as 1,2,3 Learn to Ski/Board (7+)

Giants Ridge Core-Learning program for the first time skier/boarder. A streamlined introduction to skiing/boarding using our “stations” teaching method. Our Mountain Sports Instructors will guide you the basic one, two, threes of skiing/boarding!

1 Hour-$75 (lesson, beginner hill access tickets, rental)
Start Times: Beginning at 10:00AM-2:30PM Beginning on the half hour
Book your start time when making reservations

Beyond Beginner Add-On

Full Access Add On- $40

  • For the “Beyond Beginner” you will receive a full access ticket, plus an additional hour of lessons
  • Add on is only available on the same day reservation, it extends the 1-hour lesson into a 2-hour consecutive lesson. (May not move add-on to a different day)

Lessons must be purchased online, 48 hours prior to scheduled lesson time. All Participants must have met required age category noted as of September 1, 2022.

Monday Homeschool Lesson Program

Homeschool Students, ages 6-18 are invited to learn to ski at Giants Ridge. Our Homeschool program is designed to introduce the lifetime sport of downhill skiing at a special rate to students. Helping to fulfill their PE credits.

 

 

We are moving to Mondays starting January 8, 2024! (not available on Holidays; 12/25/23, 1/1/24, 1/15/24, 2/19/24).

Homeschool Students requirements  

  • Homeschool Students ages 6-18 (ages as of September 1, 2023) ONLY on Mondays, beginning January 8, 2024.
  • Must Show Proof of Homeschool (Letter of Intent)
  • Homeschool Rates are for Homeschool Students ONLY.
  • Special Rates do not apply to anyone 19+
  • Parents are not Homeschool Students
  • 1 Hour Beginner Group Lesson (First Time Beginner Lesson Ski ONLY)

Register for Homeschool Mondays Here

Giants Ridge Alpine D-Team

Giants Ridge’s Alpine D-Team is a weekly program that offers a fun introductions to the world of skiing competition for alpine racing. The “D” stands for “Development” as our talented coaching staff focuses on more than just scores and times.

 

Our coaches put an emphasis on rounding out the student’s skill sets as all-mountain skiers while helping apply these skills to their speed and control on the racecourse. The D-Team is for skiers age 5-18. The D-Team program is designed as an introduction to the more technical aspects of skiing it is not a program for first-timers. All skiers must also be able to ride the chairlift independently.

Not a program for First-Time Skiers

 

View the D-Team Parent Handbook

 

Our coaches are very goal-oriented, and place a lot of emphasis on the following areas of athlete development:
  • The fundamental and technical aspects of alpine skiing  provide a solid platform as the elements of racing are introduced and refined.
  •  Safety awareness and slope-side courtesy.
  •  Physical and mental preparation, discipline and conditioning.
  •  Good sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for teammates and competitors.
  •  Teamwork, friendship, self-confidence, and FUN!

Come and be a part of the Giants Ridge Team this season!

Giants Ridge D-Team  – Cost $220.00 per student

  • Ages 5 – 18
    • Age as of September 1, 2022
    • Must be able to confidently ski on all green runs and know how to ride the chair lift independently
    • Call 218-865-8017 to register.
  • Informational Meeting
    • Giants Ridge Main Chalet on the 2nd Floor Great Room
    • For all new and returning D-Team athletes, or anyone wanting to find out more information on our team.
  • Practices times ~ Saturdays 1:PM – 3:PM (option to free ski until 4 on some days)
Email for more info

 

Call 218-865-8017 for more info

 

Ride like a GRL!

Women teaching Women, an afternoon of skiing, instruction and camaraderie! Put some FUN in your winter. Enjoy personalized coaching and confidence building skills led by Giants Ridge’s top female instructors.

 

 

For those of you who have skied for many years, “Ride like a GRL!” provides an opportunity for you to improve your skills, and get ready for that mountain vacation. It’s a chance to get out on the slopes with other ladies in a fun, social setting. After an afternoon of riding, head inside for hors d’oeuvres at the Burnt Onion.
Ages 18+

 

Register for Ride like a GRL! here
Thank you to our Program Sponsor!!

Holiday Camp

Three consecutive days of lessons focusing on FUN, skill development, safety. Active Kids are Happy Kids!

 

 

Get your kids outdoors and watch their confidence soar as they learn new techniques from our experienced team of instructors. Our instructors will guide your children in learning while exploring the great outdoors, making new friends, and developing skills that will instill a lifelong love of the sport!

 

Holiday Camps

Skiers of all levels
Ages 7-12 (age as of September 1, 2022)

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