Multi-Week Group Programs
Powder Ridge Ski Club, Pre-K, Rippers and Little Rippers
Ski & Board Programs for Kids
Ridge Rippers Four-Week Programs
Build confidence and develop strong fundamentals in a supportive, progression-focused environment. The Ridge Rippers program introduces young skiers and snowboarders to racing or freestyle through structured drills designed to develop skills safely and effectively.
Athletes focus on core techniques that create a solid foundation for future progression. Coaches emphasize skill development, control, and confidence, helping participants apply what they learn as terrain and challenges gradually increase.
Open to skiers and snowboarders ages 6 and up (with coach approval), this program provides a fun and encouraging introduction to competitive pathways in both racing and freestyle disciplines.
Program Details
Four-Week Ridge Rippers Sessions
February 2026
Schedule:
Saturdays or Sundays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Two separate four-week sessions begin the first weekend in February
Includes:
Three-hour coached session each week
Eight-hour lift pass for each session
What to Expect
- Structured progression of racing or freestyle fundamentals
- Skill-building drills focused on balance, control, and technique
- Safe introduction to gates, terrain features, or varied mountain terrain
- Coaching that supports confidence and long-term development
- Fun, encouraging environment for young athletes
Little Rippers Four-Week Programs
Available Saturdays or Sundays. This is a 90-minute program designed for beginners. Lessons will start in the learning center and progress to the lower mountain. Ages 4 – 10 yrs. 9 a.m. start time with a four-hour lift pass.
Two sessions are available on Saturdays or Sundays starting the first weekend in February.
Jackalope Group Lessons for Ages 4-5
At our Sculpted Learning Center, we’ve created the perfect environment for young skiers and snowboarders to take their first steps on the snow. Designed specifically for children aged 4-6, our Jackalope Group Lessons focus on building confidence and having fun while learning.
The dedicated Magic Carpet area provides a comfortable space for beginners, featuring the Jackalope Slope, a gentle hill with a 7° pitch—ideal for young ones to learn and enjoy sliding from the very start. Whether skiing or snowboarding, your little ones will be in great hands as they develop skills, balance, and a love for the snow!
Powder Ridge Freestyle Team
Powder Ridge has a Freestyle Program for every athlete, whether you are sliding your first box or launching the big air.
Powder Ridge Freestyle Team
Build strong, confident, and stylish riders across every part of the mountain. The Powder Ridge Freestyle Team develops well-rounded athletes through a mix of terrain park training, all-mountain riding, and mountain safety education.
Athletes focus on solid fundamentals through structured drills, then apply those skills on park features with individualized coaching. The program emphasizes practicing and reinforcing existing skills so they carry over to more challenging terrain, while gradually introducing new techniques to expand each rider’s range.
Freestyle Team riders have the opportunity to compete in Powder Ridge events as well as USASA competitions, including Slopestyle, Boardercross, and Big Air. Coaches attend select competitions to support athletes and help guide them through the event process.
Program Details
Full Season Freestyle Team
$1400 (lift pass not included)
Schedule:
Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Optional Thursday or Friday evening pre-competition preparation sessions offered occasionally
Athletes may attend as often as their schedule allows
What to Expect
- Progression in the terrain park, including boxes, rails, and jumps
- Development of all-mountain riding skills
- Emphasis on mountain safety awareness
- Feature-specific coaching with individualized feedback
- Supervised 30-minute lunch break (lunch not provided)
Powder Ridge Race & Competition Teams
Important Links
The Powder Ridge Race Team is a division of the Ski and Snowboard School at Powder Ridge.
The competition teams will take the fundamental skills to the next level. Team athletes will compete in sanctioned races or freestyle events as appropriate to the team they join. Athletes must be at least eight years old unless they have a coach’s recommendation.
Teams meet Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. from mid-December through early March.
Program Fees
$1,400 plus a Powder Ridge Season Pass and membership in their sanctioning organization.
To register or for more information, call Tom Loring, director of guest services, at (866) 860-0208.
If you need to get in contact with one of the Powder Ridge Race Team coaches, use this form or call the park at (866) 860-0208.
