Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre

At Earl Bales Ski & Snowboard Centre: All levels children/youth skiers who are capable of participating in a ski or snowboard class of choice, but may require additional staff support. Participants will be put on a waitlist and EBSSC will call to confirm availability in the course. Lessons start indoor. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

At Earl Bales Ski & Snowboard Centre: All levels children/youth skiers who are capable of participating in a ski or snowboard class of choice, but may require additional staff support. Participants will be put on a waitlist and EBSSC will call to confirm availability in the course. Lessons start indoor. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 1/Ski 2/Ski 3/Adult 1 or links snowplow turns of different shapes on intermediate terrain. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, bringing skis parallel during the turn, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. First lesson on the beginner hill with fast progression to the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4/Ski 5/Ski 6/Adult 2 or able to execute part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Basic parallel turns on intermediate runs are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 1/Ski 2/Ski 3/Adult 1 or links snowplow turns of different shapes on intermediate terrain. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, bringing skis parallel during the turn, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. First lesson on the beginner hill with fast progression to the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4/Ski 5/Ski 6/Adult 2 or able to execute part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Basic parallel turns on intermediate runs are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski Preschool 2/Ski 1 or able to stop in a snowplow and execute direction change; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked snowplow turns, confidence while increasing speed and controlling it by wedge variation, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski Preschool 3/Ski 2 or executes linked rhythmical snowplows turns on easy terain; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, skis parallel between turns, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 3 or executes linked snowplow turns of different shapes and brings skis parallel between turns. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel at the end of the turn, pressure on downhill ski, speed control; introduction to upper/lower body separation and use of ski poles. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4 or executes part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 5 or able to execute most of the turn with skis in parallel position on intermediate terrain and using pole plant. Focus will be on keeping skis parallel while increasing speed, controlling speed and maintaining turn shape. Basic parallel turns on intermediate runs are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 6 or able to execute basic parallel turns on intermediate terrain using proper pole plant. Focus will be on balance on edges, upper/lower body separation, coordinating the pole plant with the right phase of the turn. Rhythmical performance turns are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski Preschool 2/Ski 1 or able to stop in a snowplow and execute direction change; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked snowplow turns, confidence while increasing speed and controlling it by wedge variation, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski Preschool 3/Ski 2 or executes linked rhythmical snowplows turns on easy terain; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, skis parallel between turns, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 3 or executes linked snowplow turns of different shapes and brings skis parallel between turns. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel at the end of the turn, pressure on downhill ski, speed control; introduction to upper/lower body separation and use of ski poles. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4 or executes part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 5 or able to execute most of the turn with skis in parallel position on intermediate terrain and using pole plant. Focus will be on keeping skis parallel while increasing speed, controlling speed and maintaining turn shape. Basic parallel turns on intermediate runs are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 6 or able to execute basic parallel turns on intermediate terrain using proper pole plant. Focus will be on balance on edges, upper/lower body separation, coordinating the pole plant with the right phase of the turn. Rhythmical performance turns are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, straight runs and snowplow stop. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill offers Caregiver option on Saturdays and Sundays. Monday - Friday programs are not offered with caregiver (caregiver is required to support child on foot due to terrain - caregiver equipment is provided). Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start indoor and then move to the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, straight runs and snowplow stop. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill offers Caregiver option on Saturdays and Sundays. Monday - Friday programs are not offered with caregiver (caregiver is required to support child on foot due to terrain - caregiver equipment is provided). Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start indoor and then move to the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Completed Ski Preschool 2 or able to change direction and stop in snowplow on easy terrain. Focus will be on controlling speed by wedge variation and independent use of facility surface lift. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill does not have a Caregiver option. Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Completed Ski Preschool 3 or able to execute linked rhythmical snowplow turns and to increase speed; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on achieving parallel skiing during the turn on easy terrain, progression to intermediate terrain and initiation of balance on outside ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, straight runs and snowplow stop. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill offers Caregiver option on Saturdays and Sundays. Monday - Friday programs are not with caregiver (caregiver is required to support child on foot due to terrain - caregiver equipment is provided). Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start indoor and then move to the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, straight runs and snowplow stop. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill offers Caregiver option on Saturdays and Sundays. Monday - Friday programs are not with caregiver (caregiver is required to support child on foot due to terrain - caregiver equipment is provided). Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start indoor and then move to the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Completed Ski Preschool 2 or able to change direction and stop in snowplow on easy terrain. Focus will be on controlling speed by wedge variation and independent use of facility surface lift. Centennial Ski Hill offers this program as a Caregiver & Tot (Caregiver is required to support child on foot. Ski equipment is not required for caregiver). Earl Bales Ski Hill does not have a Caregiver option. Earl Bales Program has an indoor component that helps in the development of important motor skills and balance. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Completed Ski Preschool 3 or able to execute linked rhythmical snowplow turns and to increase speed; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on achieving parallel skiing during the turn on easy terrain, progression to intermediate terrain and initiation of balance on outside ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Private lesson are ideal for individual development. To create a semi private lesson you need to contact the facility directly after the specific registration day. For semi-private lessons, participants must be similar age and same ability level. Outstanding fees for additional persons will be payable the day of the lesson. Ski equipment rental fees are not included in the base fee.

Private lesson are ideal for individual development. To create a semi private lesson you need to contact the facility directly after the specific registration day. For semi-private lessons, participants must be similar age and same ability level. Outstanding fees for additional persons will be payable the day of the lesson. Ski equipment rental fees are not included in the base fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. This is an introductory one time two-hour lesson to introduce participants to the sport. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 1 or able to stop in a snowplow and execute direction change; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked snowplow turns, confidence while increasing speed and controlling it by wedge variation, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 2 or executes linked rhythmical snowplows turns on easy terain; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, skis parallel between turns, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 3 or executes linked snowplow turns of different shapes and brings skis parallel between turns. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel at the end of the turn, pressure on downhill ski, speed control; introduction to upper/lower body separation and use of ski poles. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4 or executes part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 6 or able to execute basic parallel turns on intermediate terrain using proper pole plant. Focus will be on balance on edges, upper/lower body separation, coordinating the pole plant with the right phase of the turn. Rhythmical performance turns are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 7 or able to execute performance parallel turns of various sizes demonstrating edge control and upper/lower body separation. Focus will be on improvement of steering and pressure control, carving, terrain adaptation, introduction to racing. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time skier or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on mobility, snowplow stop, basic snowplow turns, standing up on skis without assistance, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 1 or able to stop in a snowplow and execute direction change; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked snowplow turns, confidence while increasing speed and controlling it by wedge variation, safe use of facility surface lift. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 2 or executes linked rhythmical snowplows turns on easy terain; able to use facility surface lift independently. Focus will be on executing linked and rhythmical snowplow turns, skis parallel between turns, controlling speed by turn shape variation, introduction to pressure on downhill ski. Lessons start on the beginner hill. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 3 or executes linked snowplow turns of different shapes and brings skis parallel between turns. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel at the end of the turn, pressure on downhill ski, speed control; introduction to upper/lower body separation and use of ski poles. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 4 or executes part of the turn with skis in parallel position. Focus will be on bringing skis parallel earlier in the turn, edging through angulation, timing and coordination of pole planting. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 6 or able to execute basic parallel turns on intermediate terrain using proper pole plant. Focus will be on balance on edges, upper/lower body separation, coordinating the pole plant with the right phase of the turn. Rhythmical performance turns are expected at the completion of this program. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed Ski 7 or able to execute performance parallel turns of various sizes demonstrating edge control and upper/lower body separation. Focus will be on improvement of steering and pressure control, carving, terrain adaptation, introduction to racing. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Ski equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

At Earl Bales Ski & Snowboard Centre: All levels children/youth skiers who are capable of participating in a snowboard class of choice, but may require additional staff support. Participants will be put on a waitlist and EBSSC will call to confirm availability in the course. Lessons start indoor. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

At Earl Bales Ski & Snowboard Centre: All levels children/youth snowboarders who are capable of participating in a snowboard class of choice, but may require additional staff support. Participants will be put on a waitlist and EBSSC will call to confirm availability in the course. Lessons start indoor. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time snowboarder or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 1/SNB 2/SNB Adult 1 or able to side slip on both edges and use facility lifts independently. Focus will be on linking turns on both edges, flexion and extension, ability to use variation of turn shape. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4/SNB Adult 2 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain. Focus will be on intermediate sliding turns, introduction of carve turns and switch ride. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time snowboarder or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4/SNB Adult 2 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain. Focus will be on intermediate sliding turns, introduction of carve turns and switch ride. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4/SNB Adult 2 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain. Focus will be on intermediate sliding turns, introduction of carve turns and switch ride. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

First time snowboarder or completed Preschool Snowboard 1. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 1 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on heel and toes side pendulum, traverse with a stop on both edges and turn heel side and toes side with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 2 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on isolated turns without assistance, linking turns on both edges, independent use of facility lifts. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 3 or able to link 4-6 novice turns and use facility lifts independently. Focus will be on pivoting, flexion and extension, ability to use variation of turn shape and speed on steeper terrain. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain with flexion and extension. Focus will be on introducing intermediate sliding turns, turning with the lower body and balance over the working edge. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time snowboarder. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 1 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on heel and toes side pendulum, traverse with a stop on both edges and turn heel side and toes side with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 2 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on isolated turns without assistance, linking turns on both edges, independent use of facility lifts. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 3 or able to link 4-6 novice turns and use facility lifts independently. Focus will be on pivoting, flexion and extension, ability to use variation of turn shape and speed on steeper terrain. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain with flexion and extension. Focus will be on introducing intermediate sliding turns, turning with the lower body and balance over the working edge. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Private lesson are ideal for individual development. To create a semi-private lesson you must contact the facility directly after the specific registration day. For semi-private lessons, participants must be similar age and same ability level. Outstanding fees for additional persons will be payable the day of the lesson. Snowboard equipment rental fees are not included in the base fee.

Private lesson are ideal for individual development. To create a semi-private lesson you must contact the facility directly after the specific registration day. For semi-private lessons, participants must be similar age and same ability level. Outstanding fees for additional persons will be payable the day of the lesson. Snowboard equipment rental fees are not included in the base fee.

First time snowboarder or very limited experience on snow. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 1 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on heel and toes side pendulum, traverse with a stop on both edges and turn heel side and toes side with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 2 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on isolated turns without assistance, linking turns on both edges, independent use of facility lifts. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 3 or able to link 4-6 novice turns and use facility lifts independently. Focus will be on pivoting, flexion and extension, ability to use variation of turn shape and speed on steeper terrain. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain with flexion and extension. Focus will be on introducing intermediate sliding turns, turning with the lower body and balance over the working edge. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are not included in the fee.

First time snowboarder or very little experience on snow. Focus will be on balance, mobility, straight runs, use pressure to change direction on both edges, safe use of facility lifts with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 1 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on heel and toes side pendulum, traverse with a stop on both edges and turn heel side and toes side with assistance. Lessons start on the beginner terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 2 or able to side slip independently on both edges without assistance and use facility lifts. Focus will be on isolated turns without assistance, linking turns on both edges, independent use of facility lifts. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 3 or able to link 4-6 novice turns and use facility lifts independently. Focus will be on pivoting, flexion and extension, ability to use variation of turn shape and speed on steeper terrain. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.

Has completed SNB 4 or able to link rhythmical novice turns on intermediate terrain with flexion and extension. Focus will be on introducing intermediate sliding turns, switch ride, turning with the lower body and balance over the working edge. Lessons start on the intermediate terrain. Snowboard equipment and helmet rentals are included in the fee.