Kids Lessons in Perisher Valley
There are two ski programs for kids at Perisher - the Junior Ski Kids for 3 to 6 year olds, and the Explorers Kids Club for kids from 6 to 14. For babies and toddlers from 6 weeks to 3 years, there is an excellent Day Care Centre.
Kids - Skiing |
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Kids Skier |
Present Ability |
Goal |
Level 1 |
First time skier | Learn basic skills; gliding on snow, turning & stopping, ride a beginner lift. |
Level 2 |
Can stop and do basic turns | Refine turning skills for speed control and learn how ride a lift. |
Level 3 |
Can ride a beginner lift and confidently control speed through snowplough turns | Learn to skid skis parallel at the end of a turn, gain confidence on steeper slopes |
Level 4 |
Are confident riding lifts and can bring the skis parallel during the turn. | Improve skills to ski parallel confidently on intermediate terrain |
Level 5 |
Can start the turn with the skis parallel on all intermediate terrain. | Consolidate parallel turns and improve edging skills. Develop short radius turns with pole plant and ski easy moguls. Refine style and technique. |
Kids - Snowboarding |
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Kids Snowboarder |
Present Ability |
Goal |
| Level 1 | First time Snowboarder | Learn how to stop, control direction and ride a beginner lift. |
| Level 2 | You can stop on both heels and toe edges | Learn to make basic turns in both directions and link turns. |
| Level 3 | You can link skidded turns on green (easiest terrain) | Build confidence and refine turning skills. |
| Level 4 | You can link turns on blue (intermediate) terrain. Begginning basic freestyle | Introduce varied turn shape. Develop freestyle skills "fakie" and basic airs. Build confidence in varied terrain. |
Private Lessons
Penguin Private Lessons - 3 and 4 years
A one-one private lesson for the youngest of skiers; no additional people can be added.
Duration: 1 hour
Lesson Times: 8:30am and 3:30pm. For other available times, please enquire at the Snow Discovery Centre Desk.
Mum & Me Private Lessons
This is a great way to start skiing and avoid separation anxiety. During Mum & Me private lessons, our instructors teach your child while giving you tips (Mum or Dad welcome) on how to develop you child's skills.
Adventure Kids Snowboard 5-7 years
Is your young one keen to learn to board? Qualified instructors provide instruction for young riders aged 5 to 7 years on a one-on-one basis.
