Kids Lessons

Building Confidence on the Slopes, One Lesson at a Time

At Mont Ste Marie, we make learning to ski and snowboard safe, fun, and confidence-building for kids of all ages. Our certified instructors prioritize safety while fostering a love for winter sports in a supportive, encouraging environment.

'Buy with Confidence' Snow School Policy

Guests that purchase a Snow School program will be able to request a credit that will be applied to the 2025/26 season until December 15th, 2024 without justification. Once the season has begun at Mont Ste-Marie, the following cancellation policy will be applied to all requests for credits; a credit will be given on any unused part of a program, for example 4 weekends out of 8, credit 50%. The credit can be applied to any product sold at Mont Ste-Marie in the 2025/26 season, not including food and beverage.

Guests must send their request to ski@montstemarie.com. The following information must be indicated: name of program participant, parent’s name (if applicable), type of program, email address (to receive confirmation of your credit) and the reason for the request.

**Please Note: All credits are subject to Mont Ste-Marie’s approval and we reserve the right to modify this policy at any time during the season.

Important Notice About Snow School Credits

If you wish to use a Snow School Credit from the previous season towards the purchase of a program for the upcoming season, DO NOT register online. Please send an email to ski@montstemarie.com with the details of the program(s) you wish to purchase, the name(s) of the individuals with the credit and a telephone number where you can be reached on weekdays. The Snow School will contact you to register for the program and process the transaction by credit card. Thank you for your cooperation.

Spring School Break Programs

3 day program Monday to Wednesday
Quebec: March 3 to 5, 2025
Ontario: March 10 to 12, 2025

  • Junior Ski Camp

    Requirements: 7 to 12 years of age and must be able to snowplow unassisted.
    max 6 students to 1 instructor. (minimum of 5 children per class)
    Sorry, no snowboarders!

    Schedule: 10am to 12pm

  • Nancy Greene March Break Camp

    Requirements: 6 to 13 years of age (as of December 31st) and must be able to ski unassisted on 'blue' runs and be able to get on and off the lift independently.

    Schedule: 10am-12pm and 1pm-2pm
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Private Lessons

A great opportunity to spend 1-on-1 time with the best ski professionals in the region!

Private Lessons: 1 hour - $110.00 + lift ticket
Semi-Private Lesson: 1 hour - $145.00 + lift ticket *must be similiar ability and age

Hours: 10am, 11:15am, 1pm and 2:15pm

Contact us to reserve a private lesson

Send an email to ski@montstemarie.com to reserve a private or semi-private lesson. Include a phone number where you can be reached during the weekdays.

Reservation and payment are required 24 hours in advance

No refund on private lessons. For reschedule, a minimum of 24 hours notice is required and based on availability.

Explore our 8 week programs

Starting January 11th and 12th.

intermediate to advance - age 7 years+

All Mountain Ski Program

The program emphasis is on skill development and all-mountain skiing.

Age Requirement: 7 years and older

Ski Level: Intermediate to advanced only. Students must be able to ski on 'Blue' rated runs.
4-8 students per class. Sorry, no snowboarders.

Schedule: Starts January 11th or 12th, 2025 for 8 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays

Saturday: 10am-12pm OR 1pm-3pm
Sunday: 10am-12pm

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Beginner - age 7 to 12

Junior Program

For beginner skiers!

Requirements: 7 to 12 years of age
Must be able to snowplow unassisted
Maximum of 3 students per instructor. No switching days once the program has started.

Schedule: Starts January 11th or 12th, 2025 for 8 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays

Saturday: 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm
Sunday: 10am-12pm

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1 on 1 instruction - ages 3 to 5

Mini Max 1

New to skiing!

Requirements: 3 to 5 years of age

Schedule: starts January 11th or 12th, 2025 for 8 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays

Saturdays: 10am, 11:15am, 1PM, or 2:15pm
Sundays: 9am, 10:15am, or 11:30am

Cost: $750 (lift ticket not included)

Limited registration, sign up early

To sign-up email ski@montstemarie with:
name, date of birth, day and time preferred and a phone number you can be reached at during the day.

3 to 1 instructions - ages 4-6

Mini Max 3

3 to 1 instructions for 2 hours, must be able to snowplow confidently!

Requirements: 4 to 6 years of age

Schedule: starts January 11th or 12th, 2025 for 8 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays.

Saturdays: 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm
Sundays: 10am-12pm

Limited Registration

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mini max 1 or 3 graduates - ages 4-6

Mini Greeners

Graduated from Mini Max 1 or 3? It's time for Mini Greeners! Practice in Nancy Greene training courses. 3 children to 1 instruction for 4 hours, morning and afternoon.

Requirements: 4 to 6 years of age.
Must be able to ski unassisted on 'blue' runs but may still need some help to get on and off the lift.

Schedule: starts January 11th or 12th, 2025 for 8 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays.

Saturday: 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm
Sunday: 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm

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How to dress your kid for the slopes

The easiest way to ruin a beautiful day on the slopes is to not dress warm enough. Take a look at our guide on how to dress your child for a day at Mont Ste-Marie, so they can enjoy the mountain all day without getting cold.

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Explore our 9 week programs

  • Équipe MSM Nancy Greene

    Équipe MSM Nancy Greene program is an entry-level race program, designed to develop FUN-damental skiing skills and self-confidence.

    6-13 years of age
    1 day and 2 day programs available

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  • Équipe MSM Ski Cross

    Do you want to be part of the coolest programs around? Ski Cross is an Alpine Olympic and World Cup event and one of the most exciting venues on snow.


    7 years and older
    1 day and 2 day programs available

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'Buy with Confidence' Snow School Policy

Guests that purchase a Snow School program will be able to request a credit that will be applied to the 2025/26 season until December 15th, 2024 without justification. Once the season has begun at Mont Ste-Marie, the following cancellation policy will be applied to all requests for credits; a credit will be given on any unused part of a program, for example 4 weekends out of 8, credit 50%. The credit can be applied to any product sold at Mont Ste-Marie in the 2025/26 season, not including food and beverage.

Guests must send their request to ski@montstemarie.com. The following information must be indicated: name of program participant, parent’s name (if applicable), type of program, email address (to receive confirmation of your credit) and the reason for the request.

**Please Note: All credits are subject to Mont Ste-Marie’s approval and we reserve the right to modify this policy at any time during the season.