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Why not ski VT in the AM?

Okemo's teaching pros know how to get everyone gliding in style, no matter what your age or ability level. Their passion for the sport and their commitment to fun instruction and encouragement will help you meet whatever the challenge on the slopes. 

Our morning options are outlined below. Looking for afternoon lesson options?

Beginner Group Lessons
Levels 1-4; ski or board
Every Morning at 10 am
Cost:  $52

Level 1 - You have never skied or snowboarded before.

Level 2 - You can hold a wedge or slide in a straight run.

Level 3 - You can make beginning turns and stops and want to develop more control and confidence.

Level 4 - You can make rounded, controlled turns in both directions. Now you're ready to explore more advanced terrain.

First Tracks & Double Tracks Beginner Value Packages
Levels 1-2, ski or board

First Tracks helps you get the basics down the Okemo way, through personal, up-close instruction at a great value. With First Tracks you'll get a complete rental package, morning and afternoon beginner group lessons, and unlimited use of Okemo's lower mountain lifts.

Lesson Time: 10 am - Noon & from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm.
Price: Adults + Young Adults: $99; Juniors: $89

Double Tracks is a two-day program that builds on the skills learned in the first day of skiing or riding by getting students back out for a second straight day. Double Tracks includes three lessons, two on the first day, and one the morning of the second day. This package includes a full mountain lift ticket on day two. It adds up to more instruction, more time on the slopes, and more opportunities to improve.

Lesson Times: 10 am - Noon & from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm on day one; 10 am - Noon on Day Two.
Prices: Adults + Young Adults: $179; Juniors: $149

First Tracks Plus Card. When you purchase a First Tracks or Double Tracks learn-to-ski or learn-to-snowboard package, you'll receive a coupon that you may redeem at Okemo for your very own First Tracks Plus Card entitling you to:

• discounts on further group lessons
• discounts on full-day recreational rental packages
• plus! - check-in the Okemo SnowSports Center for other discounts available

Cancellation Policy: Reservations are charged in full when booked and are non-refundable. Any change or cancellation requested within 2 days of the lesson date will be charged a fee of 20% of each reservation. Cancellations on the day of will result in a full forfeiture. All balances are good at Okemo for 1 calendar year and can be used around the resort except for culinary and lodging.

AM Adult Clinics
Levels 5 & up; ski or board
Every Morning at 8:30 am
Cost: $50

Take your skiing or riding to the next level in one of our innovative, fun, skill-specific Clinics. These are designed to give intermediate to advanced skiers and riders some different options based on the terrain and speed that you enjoy, as well as your skill level.  Join a small group or form your own.  Maximum number of 3 participants per group. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Choose your track:

Beyond the Greens You've mastered turns and you want to gain confidence and control while exploring easier Blue terrain. True Blue You're an intermediate who enjoys easier Blue terrain, but you want to master a variety of turns and varying speeds on all types of Blue terrain. Black Diamonds - You enjoy blue and black terrain using a variety of turn shapes. Now it's time to develop the skills and confidence to ski & ride the steeper groomed Black slopes.

Advance reservations are highly recommended for all Ski & Ride School Programs. Please call (802) 228-1600 to guarantee availability. Last minute bookings are possible on a space available basis only.

Notes and Meeting Points

• Group Lessons meet at Lower Meeting Area at the Clocktower base area or at the Jackson Gore Meeting Area.
• AM Adult Clinics meet at the Lower Meeting Area at the Clocktower base area or at the Jackson Gore Meeting Area Monday through Friday (non-holiday). On weekends and holidays, AM Clinics will meet at the Upper Meeting Area at the Clocktower base area or at the Jackson Gore Meeting Area. Meeting areas and lesson schedules are subject to change prior to December 19, 2009 and after March 20, 2010.
• Purchase of a lift ticket is necessary for all lessons requiring use of a chairlift. Lessons and clinics may ski/ride terrain other than those indicated in the lesson/clinic descriptions. Terrain selection is at the discretion of the individual instructor based upon the ability level of the group, as well as trail and weather conditions of the day.

Learn about other Lessons offered at Okemo, including Privates, options Just for Women, or Season Long Opportunities.