Eight Ways To Progress This Season

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, JT Holmes, and Amie Engerbretson, 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

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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

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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)

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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