Snowsports Lessons 

 

Our team of qualified instructors are ready to provide tuition for all guests of ability levels! From first timers to those of the highest ability level, there is always something to learn! Guests can progress their skills to the next level in a fun and safe environment in our Group and Private Lessons. Group lessons are available from ages 5 and upwards (please see our Skiwiland options for 5 and under). Please note, that for group lessons, age appropriate groups apply. Learning styles, motivations and endurance are quite different between adults and children, and our professional ski and snowboard instructors will use different techniques to teach and pace each lesson, to ensure an environment of fun and safety is maintained. 

 

 

 

For families that would prefer to stay together for their lessons, we recommend Private Lessons. Please be aware that all participants must be of the same discipline, and we recommend that all group members are of a similar ability level. The group learning will only be as fast as the slowest members of the group. For family groups that are looking to progress their skills during their visit, we recommend separate adults and child lessons. 

 

 

 

Group Lessons 

 

Available to all ability levels from ages 5 and upwards, our group lessons provide ski or snowboard tuition in groups of similar ability level. Our full day lessons offer 5 hours tuition, with a 45 minute to 1 hour lunch break at all our mountains. Our lessons are sold on a flat rate basis but split by age as indicated by the table below. All group lessons meet at 10am daily. When booking group lessons for First Timers, please make sure you only book the first lesson into the First Timer category, the second lesson will be Conveyor Cruiser. 

 

 

 

* Where an all-day group lesson has only one person in the group, guest will receive instruction for 2.5 hours 

 

– a full morning only private lesson 

 

 

 

All Mountains 

 

Adult - 16 years and older 

 

Child Ski - 5—15 years old 

 

Child Snowboard - 5-15 years old 

 

 

 

Ability Levels 

 

For a reference guide on our ability levels please see the table below. This also helps indicate the most appropriate products available to them. If a guest is unsure on their ability level, it’s best to go with a lower ability level. It’s much more motivating to move up a group level than down a group level. 

 

 

 

Queenstown Group Lessons 

 

• QT First Timer Group Lesson 

 

• QT Learner Zone Group Lesson 

 

• QT Green Zone Group Lesson 

 

• QT Blue Zone & Red Zone Group Lesson 

 

• QT High Performance Workshop 

 

 

 

Lesson general details 

 

Group Lessons are suited to First Timers through to Adventurous Intermediate skiers and snowboarders. 

 

• First Timer: this is your first time skiing or riding on snow. 

 

• Learner Zone: You have previously skied or snowboarded but still learning the basics and progressing to Green Runs. 

 

• Green Zone: You have skied (or snowboarded) and used chairlifts on green runs, progressing to Blues. 

 

• Blue – Red Zone: You are comfortable on blue runs, advancing to more difficult Blues or Red Runs 

 

• For more advanced Red/Black Zone skiers or riders: please see our High-Performance Workshops. 

 

• Please note that kids 13+ may join adult group lessons on the day depending on height, ability, and fit. 

 

 

 

Lesson Details 

 

• Lessons start at 10am and run to 3:30pm. 

 

• Unsupervised lunch from approximately 12.20pm – 1.30pm. 

 

• Plan to be on the mountain an hour before your lesson starts so you have enough time to collect your rental equipment and MyPass Card. You can also pick up your rental equipment and MyPass Card in the Snow Centre located in The Station building at 25 Shotover Street. 

 

• Please arrive at the lesson meeting area on the snow 15 minutes before your lesson start time. 

 

• Please note that our Lessons do not include a Lift Pass or Rentals. 

 

 

 

Private Lessons 

 

A private lesson with our instructors includes an unmatched learning experience you can only receive through personal instruction plus the guest receives priority lift access. 

 

We also offer private telemark and adaptive lessons. You can choose one-on-one instruction or book a small group private lesson with one or more of your family and friends. Mix and match learning with adventure and privileged mountain access for the ultimate experience. Advanced bookings are essential. 

 

 

 

Private Coaching 

 

9-12pm or 12.30-3.30pm. For 1-6 people. All day 9am-3.30pm. For 1-6 people. For kids from 3 years through to the most seasoned Adults. For all levels of skier or snowboarders. Skip the lift lines, experience more fun, more runs and more progress. 

 

 

 

Family/Group Private Experience 

 

Ideal for families or groups wishing to experience their first days on snow together. You’ll have your own private instructor guiding you for a great day out on the snow! Take lunch and breaks whenever you want, your instructor is there to make your experience fun, memorable and have you wanting to return for more. Please note that this does not include Lift Passes or Equipment Rentals, these are added on during purchasing. 

 

 

 

Performance Privates 

 

1 Day Or 3 Days For 1-2 pax, available at all mountains. You are guaranteed one of our very best world class trainers who train the instructors. For 1-2 people and available for all levels of skier or rider even First Timer. Key is you get the best in the business as your own private coach for the day. Can be tailored for alpine race technical, freeski or freeride, and for kids to adults. 

 

 

 

Premium Private Experience 

 

This includes access to the Wigley Room at CP/ Ōpuke Kai lounge at MH. Includes locker, premium rentals, served lunch in a shared private space, priority lift access and concierge private instructor for the day. We have a Performance Concierge who will be part of the Queenstown Reservations based team they will be a key contact for any of your guests on these performance programmes to inform and communicate in advance all they need to know. 

 

 

 

Helpful Tips 

 

For those that are new to the sport, these pointers below might help guests best prepare for their trip. 

 

• Bring the right equipment. Rental gear does not include a warm hat, gloves, or goggles. Guests are asked to please supply their own or can purchase them on our mountain snow shops. 

 

• Wear layers, not heavy bulky clothing. You can always take something off if you get too hot and you probably will! 

 

• Book mountain transport and let us get you up and down the mountain while you take in the views! 

 

• On your first day, aim to arrive on the mountain at least one hour before your lesson time to allow plenty of time for ticketing, collecting rental equipment and putting belongings in storage. 

 

• Take lessons! You will fall at the beginning but with the help of our professional ski and snowboard instructors you will progress a lot faster and safer than figuring it out yourself. 

 

• Bring a sense of humour. When starting out on the slopes it can get a little frustrating at times but keep smiling and it won’t be long before you’re ripping up the slopes and having the time of your life! 

 

 

 

Bus transport slots and rentals/lessons 

 

We recommend using the below guidance when booking lessons and transport. 

 

 

 

No lessons or rentals whenever you want. 

 

9am lesson 8:00-8:30 at the latest. 

 

9am lesson and rentals 7:30-8:00 at the latest. 

 

10am lesson 8:30-9:00 

 

10am lesson and rentals 8:00-8:30 at the latest. 

 

 

 

If you can only book the 8:30-9:00am slot and you have to pick up rentals before your 10am lesson, grab them the night before or morning of (before your bus time slot) from our rental shop located right next to our bus pickup location at the snow centre. 

 

 

 

How to Book Lessons 

 

We require that lessons are booked for a specific date and time. You can book the lessons through our portal. 

 

If there is any issues, please feel free the get in touch. 

 

 

 

Location: Coronet Peak & The Remarkables 

 

Contact: Queenstown Guest Services 

 

Contact Details: TEL: 1800 365 696 (freephone) | EMAIL: [email protected] 

 

 

 

Location: Mt Hutt 

 

Contact: Mt Hutt Guest Services 

 

Contact Details: TEL: +64 3 308 5074 | EMAIL: [email protected]