Young snowboarder in a red helmet learning with an instructor at Sandia Peak

Ages 3+

Kids Ski & Snowboard Lessons

Sandia Peak is where New Mexico learns to ski and snowboard. Our mountain is perfectly designed for beginners with gentle slopes, friendly instructors, and programs for ages 3+ that make learning to ski or snowboard fun, safe, and confidence-building.

Check out all the lessons we offer for kids listed below! We’ll ski you up at the mountain soon.

Never Ever Ski Experience

Includes a Magic Carpet ticket, a beginner lesson and rentals. Ages 13+: 10 AM, 3 hours, $89. Ages 7–12: 10 AM, 3 hours, $89. Ages 5–6: 10 AM, 1.5 hours, $79. Please arrive by 9 AM. Ages 13+ can add a $15 chairlift add-on following their lesson.

Never Ever Snowboard Experience

Includes a Magic Carpet ticket, a beginner lesson and rentals. Ages 13+: 10 AM, 3 hours, $89. Ages 7–12: 10 AM, 3 hours, $89. Please arrive by 9 AM. Ages 13+ can add a $15 chairlift add-on following their lesson.

Private Lesson Details

Ages 3+ of any skill level. 1 hour lessons at 9 AM, 11:30 AM, or 2 PM. Check-in at the ticket windows past the rental shop. Please arrive at least 1 hour before your lesson. Valid lift access is required. Rentals are not included. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced. $100. Two additional people can join for $50/person.