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Griz Kids Centre Programming for 2025/26

Programs for 3–5 Year Olds: Ski and Snowboard Lessons with Indoor Supervised Play

WELCOME

Set your preschooler up for a life-long love of the mountains with our Griz Kids ski/snowboard lesson and indoor play packages!

Our kids’ specific instructors will focus on fun, safety, and building skills to instill a passion for skiing and increase their confidence on the mountain. Our dedicated indoor Griz Kids team will make your kids holiday with fun activities galore.

Our Griz Kids Centre is in the Cornerstone building. Access from the plaza beside Slopeside Café or on-hill access from the Mighty Moose Area.

Griz Kids Centre Program Details:

  • Location: Griz Kids Centre is in the Cornerstone building. It is accessible from the plaza beside Slopeside Café or from the Mighty Moose area.
  • Program Options:
    • Full Day: 9 am - 4 pm
    • Half Day: 9 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 4 pm
  • Licensed Facility: The Griz Kids Centre is a BC-licensed occasional care facility. Our guests can book their children into this program for a maximum of 5 full days or 13 half days within a calendar month.
  • Capacity & Supervision: We accept up to 20 children, with a supervision ratio 8:1.

Booking Information: To secure a spot, please email [email protected] or call +1 250-423-2406.

GRIZ KIDS PROGRAMS

Ages 3-5

Our Griz Kids Fun Trax group lessons combine the joy of learning with new friends and the guidance of our experienced kids’ instructors. With small group ratios and playful learning, these sessions help children develop essential mountain skills while having an unforgettable day outdoors.

All package bookings require full childcare registration forms.

Groups are ski only.

Ratio: 4:1

Griz Kids Fun Trax – Full Day

Includes 2 x 2hr group lessons, plus indoor play breaks.

Duration: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Drop-off from 8:45 am at the Griz Kids Centre)

Optional Lunch & Snack Add-On: $15 (full-day only)

Regular Rate*  
$199 CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

Griz Kids Fun Trax – Half Day AM

Includes 1 x 2hr group lesson.

Duration: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Drop-off from 8:45 am at the Griz Kids Centre)

Regular Rate*  
$119 CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

Griz Kids Fun Trax – Half Day PM

Includes 1 x 2hr group lesson.

Duration: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Drop-off from 12:45 pm at the Griz Kids Centre)

Regular Rate*  
$109 CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

PRIVATE CARE

Ages 3-5

Designed for families who want a balance of adventure and comfort, our Private Care Packages blend personalized on-snow instruction with supervised indoor play. It’s the ideal choice for little ones who need extra support or flexibility throughout their ski day.

Includes indoor care and lesson(s).

Ski or Snowboard available.

Griz Kids Private Care Package – Full Day

Includes 1 x 1hr private lesson + indoor play care.

Duration: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Drop-off from 8:45 am)

Regular Rate* Ski Snowboard
$299 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

Griz Kids Private Care Package – Half Day AM

Includes 1 x 1hr private lesson + indoor play care.

Duration: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Drop-off from 8:45 am)

Regular Rate* Ski Snowboard
$179 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

Griz Kids Private Care Package – Half Day PM

Includes 1 x 1hr private lesson + indoor play care.

Duration: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Drop-off from 12:45 pm)

Regular Rate* Ski Snowboard
$159 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

Griz Kids Private Lessons

Our Griz Kids private lessons are the perfect way to introduce your little one to skiing or snowboarding in a fun, comfortable environment. With one-on-one attention from a certified children’s instructor, your child can progress at their own pace and build confidence right from the start.

  • These can be 1 hr, 1.5 hrs, 2 hrs or 3-hour privates. We recommend starting with 1.5 or 2 hrs.
  • Pricing is per 1 child, 1 additional child may be added for a fee (max 2 children/lesson).
  • Meeting place: Griz Kids Flag (Slopeside Fireplace). 
  • Available for ski or snowboard.
  • Lesson only, no indoor care included.
Length Time(s) Regular Rate* Add-On Price Ski Snowboard
1 Hour 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM $99 $47.50 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK
1.5 Hours 9 AM $129 $64.50 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK
2 Hours 11 AM, 2 PM $199 $94.50 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK
3 Hours 9 AM, 1 PM $259 $124.50 CALL TO BOOK CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

LOCALS' DROP-IN

Ages 3-5

A flexible and affordable way for local families to keep their little rippers learning all season long. These small-group sessions are perfect for building confidence, consistency, and friendships in a fun, familiar environment.

For residents of the Elk Valley (including: Fernie, Sparwood, Elko and Jaffray)

Proof of residency required upon arrival.

Ski Lessons Only.

Ratio: 4:1

Lesson Group Duration Regular Rate*  
AM Group 10:00 am - 12:00 pm $69 CALL TO BOOK
PM Group 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm $69 CALL TO BOOK

* A 10% holiday rate increase applies Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 & Feb 12 – 22, 2026.

ABILITY LEVELS

Never Ever

01

Mini Moose – Magic Carpet
None to basic knowledge
(learning how to stop).

Novice

02

Mighty Moose – Platter Lift to Deer, Triple Chair – Beginner Chairlift
Ski: Can snowplow and stop safely, learning to turn.
SB: Can stop safely - pendulum floating leaf, learning toe-side/ heel-side edges.

Comfortable Novice

03

Mighty Moose – Platter Lift to Deer, Triple Chair – Beginner Chairlift
Ski: Can snowplow, stop, turn and control their speed.
SB: Can complete a heel and toe-side turn and control their speed.

Intermediate Plus

04

Deer Triple Chair – Beginner Chairlift, Elk Quad Chair – Intermediate Chairlift
Ski: Comfortable, strong plow to parallel on steeper and longer terrain.
SB: Learning to turn with confidence on all greens and upwards.

PARTNERS
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