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Alpine Valley’s Instruction Center offers skiing and snowboarding programs designed for all ages, ability levels and learning styles.
Interesting in becoming an instructor? Submit an application today!
PRIVATE LESSON
Private lessons will give the participant a one on one lesson with an instructor, allowing the participant to move up in ability and enable them to manage more areas of the hill more proficiently. Perfect for transitioning from the magic carpet and tow rope to the chairlift accessed runs.
Children age 4 and younger should be placed in a private lesson.
These lessons are available 7 days a week by online reservation. Walk-ins will be accommodated based on instructor availability.
Lesson prices do not include lift ticket or equipment rental, a valid ticket must be presented before the lesson. Please see rates page.
Hours subject to change based on weather conditions
INSTRUCTION CENTER HOURS: Private lessons available for all ages, 7 days a week from resort opening until 6 pm | Lessons after 6pm are by appointment only.
For questions or concerns, call the Instruction Center at 248-887-6010 or email lessons@skialpinevalley.com
FIRST TRACKS PROGRAM
Our First Tracks Program is a public group lesson, offered on Saturdays and Sundays designed to introduce new skiers and snowboarders with little to no experience to the sport, becoming a stepping stone to a lifetime of fun on the slopes.
Please check in an hour before your lesson in the Main Lodge at the Ski School Desk. First Tracks Program Pick up tickets and Rental Contracts at the Ski School Desk
PRICE INCLUDES: Lesson, Beginner Ticket, Rental & Helmet | All rates subject to change throughout the season.
LESSON INCLUDES: 1.5 hour session, Group Instruction, & Hot Chocolate
2 TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE: Weekends Only 10am – 11:30 am & 12:30 – 2 pm
Please reserve a spot online at least a day in advance by clicking the link below.
*Helmets required for kids
For any other questions or concerns please call the Instruction Center: (248)-887-6010 or email lessons@skialpinevalley.com
26/27 Student ski & Snowboard program
The student Program offers discounted lift tickets and rentals to student members ages 7 through 12th grade. Our program is a progressive patch lesson program. Purchase student cards from your club sponsor only and get all your club rules and start dates.
Clubs begin in the week of January 5th, 2027 and meet weekly through the end of February 19th, 2027. These rates are good Monday-Friday, Non-Holidays, from 3PM until Close. There are no ski club lessons on Mondays, Weekends, or Holidays.
Below is an excerpt from the 2026-2027 Student Ski & Snowboard program packet
The Patch Program is a level-based learning system where students earn colored patches corresponding to their skill level as they
complete ski or snowboard lessons. These patches are awarded as they master specific skills and advance to the next level. Patch program strictly enforced, Lessons are about 50 minutes long and start at 6PM. No Exceptions.
By enrolling your student in the patch program, you are agreeing to the rules of the program. Parents can not take their child on a lift that they have not earned a patch for-even just to practice. Your child will be instructed to walk back from the lift.
· Experienced students may begin lessons at the level that matches their ability. They do not need to start with the beginner lesson.
· Patches are only given after the completion of the lesson.
· It may take multiple attempts to pass each level of patch lessons.
· Previously earned patches are good for current and future seasons.
· Highest patch earned must be displayed. Example: (Sewn on, key chain, zip tie, arm band.)
· Additional lesson cards can be purchased at the ski school desk.
· Any lesson questions or need to book a lesson to earn patches through private/semi-private, please call our lesson desk, 248-887-7111.
It is the responsibility of the students participating in the Student Ski & Snowboard Club Program to make sure they are on the appropriate hill and riding the correct lift. Students must have the appropriate patch before attempting to ride the lifts. If not, students may be turned away from lifts and will need to walk back to the appropriate terrain.
Behavioral Expectations: Respect other sponsors, chaperones, instructors, staff, other members, and general public. Alpine Valley does not tolerate bad behavior. Management can revoke club or group membership anytime.
The patch program is intended as a courtesy to introduce students to this activity in a safe, affordable, and organized manner with proper oversight by professional ski and snowboard instructors. If they do not feel they need this oversight, they are welcome to purchase a full-price ticket and not participate in the program.
Below is an excerpt from the physical 2026-2027 Student Ski & Snowboard Club Card
Student (7yrs-18yrs) agrees to the rules of the Alpine Valley Student Club Program. Club benefits include:
- Two free lesson tickets
- Club Night $/Ticket + $/Rental via your club sponsor
- Non-Club nights $/Ticket + $/Rental at the ticket window. MUST SHOW YOUR CARD TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT AT TICKET WINDOW.
Valid Monday – Friday after 3:00pm. No Weekends.
$10 Discount on Holidays*: 12/23/2026 through 01/01/2027; Monday 1/18/2027; Monday 02/15/2027
*No weekends
Your Student Club Card should have your name, club name, and club day written on the card. Will be turned away at window if not filled out.
Note: student cards cannot be used with any other discounts. For example, if you bring your 5-year-old to the window you can’t use your membership card. Children under 5 years old can receive a free ticket with a purchase of regular full price ticket at window. Child must be present.
Patches:
Red Beginner I, Yellow Beginner II and Green ADV. Beginner- Can ski/snowboard on Beginner Hill Only. Carpet and rope 4
Intermediate I- Can Ski/Snowboard on chair 4/I-75 Run and beginner hill.
Intermediate II- Can Ski/Snowboard on chair 2. Sunrise, Hog’s Back, Triangle, I-75 runs.
Advanced I- Can Ski/Snowboard on all previous levels and chair 5/The Mogul and Ridge run.
Expert- Can Ski/Snowboard on all runs