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This is the year of less snowploughing and more shred.

Build strong foundations and sharpen your technique, from first timers through to confident riders. With qualified instructors matched to your level, you’ll pick it up faster and progress with confidence.

Learn to Ski Package

Learn to Ski Package

50% DISCOUNT UNTIL 14 MAY!
New to all this and not sure where to start? We’ve got you.

Our 'Learn to Ski' and 'Learn to Snowboard' packages bundle your lesson, rental gear and a beginner lift pass into one easy setup. You'll start with the basics in Happy Valley alongside other first timers, and get comfortable on snow with everything you need.

Group Lessons

Group Lessons

That “we’re all in this together” energy.

Learn skiing or snowboarding alongside others at a similar level and progress as a crew, sharing the wins and the wobbles along the way. Open to all ages and levels, with up to 10 riders per group, it’s a social way to build your snow skills.

Single Group Lesson
Adult $119
Youth $119
Child $119
Includes:
A 1hr and 50min lesson with an instructor
Not Included:
Rental equipment and lift passes
Full Day Group Lesson
Adult $149
Youth $149
Child $149
Includes:
Full day lessons run from 10:15am to 3:45pm with a 45min lunch break
Not Included:
Rental equipment and lift passes
Private Lessons

Private Lessons

BOOKINGS WILL OPEN FROM 18 MAY
It's all about you.

One-on-one time with an instructor, built around you, your goals and your pace. Choose skiing or snowboarding, at any age or level, and progress faster without the waiting around, focusing on what actually makes a difference for you. Sessions run from 1 to 6 hours, and you can even request your favourite instructor.

Got a question about lessons?

You can find more FAQs in our help centre.

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Day Passes
Day Passes

Check out our lift passes and spend the whole day on snow at Whakapapa.

Rentals
Rentals

Kit yourself out in quality ski and snowboard equipment, and warm outer wear. Bundle with a lift pass and save!

Getting Here
Getting Here

Getting up here and exploring NZ's magic mountain is closer than you think.