Kids Programs

For children eager to learn the sport, one of the most positive ways to introduce skiing is with the patient, child-certified instructors at the resorts. For older children already familiar with the slopes, all resorts have specially selected and trained instructors to bring out the best in kids. Innovative beginner programs for those who are new to the sport and small group workshops and private sessions for the experienced. Either way, kids laugh and play while they learn to be better skiers and riders in a safe and well organized environment.

Ski Norquay
Ski Norquay is often praised for its family friendly layout. Parents can relax in the lodge and watch their children come down the slopes. Lessons are available at Ski Norquay in combination with the daycare or in small groups.

Lake Louise Mountain Resort
At Lake Louise, try KinderSki. This program helps children between the ages of three and four get used to the idea of skis and balance on the hill. Children can also make use of the Minute Maid Wilderness Adventure Park to gain balance and confidence while making their time at the resort entertaining as well as educational. The park includes animal cut-outs of bears, mountain goats, wolves, lynx, ravens and wolverines so children can learn to recognize animal signs in the wild.

The resort now offers a new ski and snowboard teen program. Designed to offer teens aged 13 to 17 with an alternative program to traditional race clubs, teens learn how to master steep off piste terrain, basic airs, choosing a line, identifying hazards and basic park riding. Presented by full-time CSIA/CASI certified instructors, the curriculum is presented in a teen only format achieving learning and results in a fun, non-traditional setting.

Sunshine Village
For a gentle blend of daycare and lessons try Tiny Tigers Ski & Play program at Sunshine Village. Groups are a maximum size of three and children spend approximately one hour skiing in the morning and again in the afternoon with their instructor, plus all the indoor and outdoor activities the daycare has to offer.

For teenagers try a Sunshine Mountain Rider workshop. The program is designed specifically for teens of all levels looking to increase their skill and technique in the terrain park, trees, chutes and more.

Sunshine Village offers a unique ski and snowboard adaptive program developed to enable people with disabilities to experience snowsports. The program offers lessons and equipment catering to all ability levels and a wide range of physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities.

Childcare connection
Childcare Connection is a Banff-based organization providing reliable, experienced childcare for guests in the Banff area. Childcare Connection is not affiliated with the ski resorts however, caregivers will come to your hotel or condo to provide childcare while you enjoy the slopes.