- All lessons must be booked at least two days in advance so make your lesson reservation well in advance, especially if you are booking a lesson during a peak period.
- Don't forget to book rentals as they are not includes for ages 7+.
- Arrive early to ensure you get a parking spot and have time to get fitted for equipment and go to the restroom before the lesson.
- Plan on being outside and plan for weather. Bring extra layers for yourself and your kids, hand and foot warmers if it’s cold, full length socks, base layers, sunscreen, water, and snacks.
- If your child will be wearing a face covering or gaiter, bring an extra and put it in your child's pocket in case it gets wet.
- Watch the Lesson Level videos to help you select the correct lesson for your child and to prepare them for what to expect.
Tips for Young Kids (ages 3-6) - Child Ski Center Programs
- Start with a private lesson if possible, your child's focused attention and rapid progress is worth the extra expense.
- We highly recommend you stop by the restroom outside the Child Ski Center before checking in so your child doesn't have to get undressed to use the potty as soon as you arrive.
- It is a parental responsibility to decide if your child wears a ski helmet, but we provide them for all Child Ski Center lesson programs. We urge parents to carefully read the information provided at www.lidsonkids.org.
- Child rental skis or snowboards, boots, helmet with all Child Ski Center lesson packages. If your child has their own equipment, please tag/label all equipment (skis, boots, helmet, etc.) with your child's name before check-in. Label all clothing items as well.
Tips for Older Children (ages 7-12) - Sierra Scouts
- Plan to arrive early to get your child ready for class on time.
- If you booked rentals (or need to book them) you will go straight to the rental shop, do not go to the ticket windows. Go through the rental process, and walk to the lesson meeting area before the lesson start time. If you don't need rentals you can pick up your ticket and lesson voucher at the Ticket Windows.
- There are two lesson meeting areas this year: First-Time and School House beginner lessons will meet at the Red "Ski & Snowboard School Meeting Area" flag located between the Lakeview and School House chairlifts. All other level lessons will meet at the Green "Ski & Snowboard School Meeting Area" flag located near the Ski Patrol/First Aid office. When you arrive at the lesson meeting area there will be signs corresponding to the different lesson programs.
- Stop by the restroom on the lower level of the main lodge (on the same level as the Rental Shop) or outside the Child Ski Center before your lesson.
- Label your child's clothing. Kids are notorious for leaving gloves and other items lying around. Please label them with their name so we can return them to you at the end of the lesson.
- If your child is using their own ski/snowboard equipment, make sure it fits. Try it all on before arriving at the slopes. Boots should fit snugly but comfortably, and skis/snowboards should be sized for your child's height/weight and ability level.
- It is a parental responsibility to decide if your child wears a ski helmet, but we highly recommend it and helmets are available for rent at the Rental Shop. We urge parents to carefully read the information provided at www.lidsonkids.org.
- Please, ensure you personally meet your children on time when the lesson is over.
New to skiing or never been to Diamond Peak? View more tips for the whole family on the Beginners page.
