Our Mountain Sports School is highly regarded for beginner, intermediate, and advanced training. Sometimes just one lesson unlocks a world of possibilities, whether you’re working on your toe-side turn, pole plant, mogul technique, or starting your journey for the first time.
Get the most out of your day! All Mountain Sports School lessons, guides, and clinics come with the added perk of using the priority lift access line, which makes your day smoother and allows for more rides.
Many of our professional athletes, including Jonny Moseley, Michelle Parker, and JT Holmes, got their early start through programs right here at Palisades Tahoe. If you are interested in season-long programs, check out this blog to learn more. From female led specialty clinics or Mountain Guides to Learn to Ski/Ride, our mountain has something for everyone. Let’s break down your options for the ideal day of skiing or riding.
*Baseline prices are shown for adults ages 13 and over
Group Lessons
Achieve your goals, build camaraderie, and receive instruction in a group setting.
- Perfect for: Those wanting individualized instruction within a group setting
- Skill level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced/Expert
- Time commitment: 2.5 hours in the morning or afternoon
- Perks: Discounted lift ticket and rental bundle available; book in advance for the best rates
- Hot tips:
- Purchase the Group Lesson 4 Pack and receive one group lesson free!
- Ikon Pass holders always save 20% on group lessons with code LEVELUP at checkout. 25/26 Ikon Pass will be verified at the start of the lesson.
- Starting at: $224
Private Lessons
Elevate your skiing or snowboarding skills with private lessons for up to five participants per session.
- Perfect for: Individuals or groups (up to 5 participants) with similar abilities, ideal for families or friend trips
- Skill level: All levels
- Time commitment: Half Day (morning or afternoon) or full day
- Perks: Can request the instructor of your choice, subject to availability
- Starting at: $756
Learn to Ski/Ride at Alpine
Start your snow sports journey with our best daily beginner deal. Begin with the fundamentals in a low-pressure, supportive environment.
- Perfect for: Ages 5 and up
- When: Every afternoon at Alpine, 1:00pm – 3:30pm
- Perks: One of our best deals on the mountain; option to add discounted lift ticket and rentals with your group lesson
- Starting at: $133 (lesson only) or $198 (lesson, lift ticket, and rental)
Mountain Guides
Shred like a local! Perfect for expert skiers and riders who don’t necessarily want technique tips but want to ski with someone who knows the mountain like the back of their hand.
- Perfect for: Expert skiers and riders who want to explore the mountain with a local expert
- Group size: Up to 5 participants per guide
- Time commitment: Half day (morning or afternoon) or full day
- Starting at: $756
Women of Winter Clinic
Elevate your skiing with female instructors in a supportive environment. Sharpen technique, build confidence, and explore new terrain.
- Perfect for: Female skiers looking to elevate technique and build confidence with female instructors
- Skill level: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
- When: Wednesdays at Palisades, Sundays at Alpine
- Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Price: $130
Ikon Pass Thursday Clinic
Make the most of your Ikon Pass benefits with a special clinic offered at Palisades and Alpine.
- Perfect for: Skiers and snowboarders looking to improve technique in small-group sessions
- Required: Ikon Pass
- Focus: Carving, moguls, powder, or crud based on daily conditions
- When: Thursdays
- Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
- Price: $110
All Mountain Experience Clinic
Learn tactics to improve your abilities to tackle bumps, steeps, powder, and spring corn across varied terrain.
- Perfect for: Skiers ages 18 and older looking for a full-day progression experience
- When: December 12, January 9, February 27, March 20
- Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Perks: Includes $30 lunch voucher; option to add discounted lift ticket for $69
- Price: $350
- Hot tips:
- Purchase the All Mountain Camp to receive 3 days of fun filled skiing across 8 peaks! Camp sessions are from January 14th – 16th, 2026 or March 9th – 11th, 2026.
Telematk Skiing
Athlete – Kevin Klein
Telemark Clinic
Free the heel! Receive an introduction to the wonderful sport of telemark skiing or improve your technique at any level.
- Perfect for: Telemark skiers at various skill levels
- When: January 25 (Beginner-Intermediate) or March 8 (Advanced Intermediate-Expert)
- Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Perks: Includes $30 lunch voucher; option to add discounted lift ticket for $69
- Price: $350
