Private Lessons are currently sold out for the following dates: 3/7, 3/9, 3/11, 3/14, 3/15 3/20, 3/25.Visit the Ski School Desk upon your arrival at the resort to get on a waitlist for potential openings. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries, and we will make all efforts to respond within 72 hours. We genuinely appreciate your patience as we work to ensure all guests have a positive experience.
2021/2022 Private Lesson Rates
Private lessons do not include lift tickets or rentals.
Lesson
Lesson Start
Rate
2-Hour Private
9am, 10am or 1pm
$290 for 1-2 participants
3-Hour Private
9am or 1pm
$455 for 1-5 participants
5-Hour Private
9am or 10am
$650 for 1-5 participants
Private Instruction
Get the most out of your time on the mountain with an instructor dedicated to improving your skills! Private Lessons are the best way to improve on-snow performance. Private Lessons offer:
Express lift access
Customized lessons for your skill level
Personalized feedback and guidance
The ability to learn at a pace comfortable to you
Up to 5 students per instructor
Can My Family Join for a Private Lesson?
YES! Share a lesson with up to 5 of your friends and family for personalized skiing or snowboarding instruction. Everyone must be on the same equipment and we highly recommend groups of similar age and ability.
Lesson Information
Valid lift access is required during the lesson. Private lessons do not include lift tickets or rentals.
Registering at least 72 hours in advance is highly recommended. Lesson availability is limited.
Gratuities for Instructors are not a requirement, but an appropriate and appreciated gesture.
Meeting Place
When:10 minutes prior to your lesson start time.
Where: For private lessons, please proceed to the Base Area and meet your instructor at the private lessons sign located between lifts 1 and 4.
If You Need Rental Equipment: Please plan on an extra 30 minutes to 1 hour to get fitted and to get to the meeting place on time.
What to Bring
Clothing and gear appropriate for conditions: neck gaiter, goggles, snow pants, and non-fleece mittens or gloves.
Helmets are required for ages 12 and under and are strongly recommended for everyone else.
Lip balm, sunblock, hand warmers for cold days.
Water and snacks.
Cancellation Policy
Within 48 hours of the lesson purchase, you are eligible for a 100% refund paid to the payment device used to purchase your lesson. Lessons are not refundable or transferable on the date valid. Cancellations and refunds must be made by emailing [email protected].
Learn More
Questions? Visit our FAQ page. For more information about Purgatory Ski & Snowboard School, email [email protected].
KIDS SKI FREE
Every child age 10 years and younger receive a FREE season pass that’s good every day at Pajarito, Purgatory, Sipapu, Snowbowl, Nordic Valley, Spider Mountain, and Hesperus during the 19/20 winter season. Plus, 5th Graders ski FREE at Pajarito, Sipapu, and Hesperus.