Ski cheaply in January! Utah locals can learn to ski and snowboard at most resorts for under $40, which includes lesson, lift ticket and equipment rental. Utah's ski and snowboard resorts are offering this deal as part of National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, which encourages children and adults to adopt healthy winter pastimes. Contact the resorts' directly for registration information.
ALTA SKI AREA
First Time Skiers - Learn To Ski - $179
Package includes: 4 two-hour lessons, 4 beginner lift tickets, 4 days rental equipment. Choose any four days of the season (excluding holiday periods). Enrollment is limited and reservations are required at 801-799-2271.
BRIAN HEAD RESORT
Beginner lesson for only $39 on the weekends of January 7 & 8, 21 & 22, and 28 & 29 for everyone age 13 and older who has never skied or snowboarded before. The offer includes equipment rentals, a beginner lesson and a day lift pass for Navajo Mountain.
BRIGHTON RESORT
Ski and snowboard intro packages for $45 this January: packages include a 2-hour morning or afternoon lesson, an all-day ski or snowboard rental and a full-day learner lift ticket. Available dates for this offer are January 9, 10, 11, *12, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 24, 30 and 31. To take advantage of this offer go to brightonresort.com and print out the "THIS IS THE MONTH TO LEARN" voucher and redeem it at any ticket window on the dates listed. Lesson times are at 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. *On January 12 there is also a night lesson option at 6 p.m. Utah residents only.
CANYONS RESORT
Canyons is offering a $39 package ($13 lift ticket, $13 beginner ski or snowboard lesson (5 hours) and $13 equipment rental). Valid January 2-31, 2012. Advance reservations highly recommended. Ages 4 and up - Utah residents only. Proof of Utah residency required. Contact Canyons Ski School at 877-472-6306.
DEER VALLEY RESORT
Deer Valley will offer a Ski Utah Learn to Ski Program on January 28, 2012. Never-ever skiers and locals only (anyone with a current Utah driver's license). Without a Utah driver's license, a photo ID accompanied by a current Utah property tax form, Utah utility bill or Utah business paycheck stub). Limited to the first 55 registrants.
$39 for the package, per participant ($13 for a lift ticket, $13 for ski rental equipment and $13 for the lesson). Participants must be 13 or older. Ski lesson, lift ticket, ski rentals (helmet not included) and locker token. Reservations must be made prior to January 26, 2012 by calling 888-754-8477 or 435-645-6648 and mention “Ski Utah Learn to Ski Program.” One lesson per participant.
PARK CITY MOUNTAIN RESORT
StartNOW provides five sessions of instruction for first-time ski and snowboard students (ages 6 and up) and includes lift access, equipment rentals and lessons for just $199, or less than $40 per session. StartNOW reservations are available through the Park City Mountain Resort call center at 800-545-8112 seven days a week from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Blackout dates apply. More info is available here.
POWDER MOUNTAIN
This Ski and Snowboarding Locals Program is a five-week lesson package. Lessons are for beginners, age 7 and up. All lessons will be given on Saturdays. This offer is for Utah residents only and is valid throughout the 2011-12 season. 5 Lessons for $85, which does not include equipment rental or lift tickets. More details here.
SNOWBASIN SKI RESORT
Snowbasin Snowsports Learn to Earn Program consists of three steps ending in a Snowbasin season pass for the participant. Step one consists of three, two-hour beginner lessons with lift tickets and rentals included. Upon completion of this step, the individual is enrolled in the recreation program, which is four, two-hour sessions with an all-area lift ticket for each day. Participants who complete steps 1 and 2 will have received 14 hours of instruction, three days of rentals, and seven ski passes for a maximum cost of $297 (youth) /$347 (adult). Upon completion, participants will receive a COMPLIMENTARY SEASON PASS to practice their new skills for the rest of the season. (Pass valid after January 28, 2012 throughout the remainder of the 2011-12 season)
SNOWBIRD SKI RESORT
ADULTS: Ages 13 and up First-time Utah Resident Skiers and Riders ONLY:
Includes 2.5-hour lesson, lift ticket, and rentals. Receive the Learner Permit Program for $40 (regular price $90). Learner will receive a “Learner’s Permit Pass” with a photo which entitles the learner to five additional discounted adult group lessons ($60 instead of $100), subject to availability, and five additional days of skiing for half price (choice of all lifts or chair pass). The Learner Permit is good for the rest of the current season only and is not transferable. MUST pre-register a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Request the SKI UTAH program when registering. Valid January 2-31; afternoons only.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH AFTERNOON ADVENTURE: For ages 7-12, first-time Utah Resident skiers and riders ONLY for $40; (regular price $90) includes afternoon lesson (2.5 hrs), lift ticket and rentals. MUST pre-register a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Subject to availability. Request the SKI UTAH program when registering. Valid January 2-31; afternoons only.
SOLITUDE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Utah residents can choose three days to learn to ski or snowboard this January:
January 6, 7, and 8
January 20, 21, and 22
January 27, 28, and 29
Must purchase package in advance. First time skiers or snowboarders only. Includes three lift tickets, afternoon lessons and equipment rental for $165. Reserve by calling the ticket office or coming in person to the ticket window. At the completion of the third lesson, the student receives a FREE all-mountain ticket to return to Solitude ($68 value).
SUNDANCE RESORT
The package is $40 per person and includes a 2.5 hour group lesson, lift ticket, and rental.
For local first time skiers and snowboarders only. Skiers must be 6 years old and up, and snowboarders must be 7 years old and up. (Morning lessons begin at 10 a.m., and the afternoon lessons begin at 1:30 p.m.) Purchase your lesson at the Sundance Snowsports Office located at
Creekside. (A valid Utah Drivers license must be presented at the time of purchase). *No reservations necessary.* For further information contact the Sundance Snowsports Office at 801-223-4140.
WOLF MOUNTAIN
This introductory package is $39 and includes lift ticket, equipment rental and lesson. Valid Sunday-Thursday only during regular group lesson times. Must be first time beginner skier or snowboarder, 8 years of age or older.
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