Perfect for Beginners Summit Pass Group Lessons Age 4+

• Groups are divided by age groups
  • Ages 4-5 (3:1 student instructor ratio)
  • Ages 6-12 (6:1 student instructor ratio)
  • Ages 13+ (8:1 student instructor ratio)
• Levels 1 and 2 only, maximum 8 people per group
  • Level 1 - never skied or snowboarded before
  • Level 2 - has skied or snowboarded before, but cannot yet link turns together
  • For Intermediate/advanced Levels 3 – 6, please sign up for lessons at the upper Timberline ski area.

Rentals are NOT included in the lesson price. However, you can add ski or snowboard rentals for a discount:

Helmets can be rented for $10.

To give you time to get rentals, you must arrive at least 1 hour ahead of your lesson time. Guests who arrive within 20 minutes of their lesson start time will not be allowed admission into the class. There will be no refunds for late arrivals. 

Yes. Lessons will be taught primarily at Heidi’s Conveyer Belt Learning Area, but may progress to the areas accessed by chair lift. Children must be 8 years or older to ride a chairlift by themselves while in a lesson. If an instructor is unavailable to ride with a child, another responsible adult or ski school support staff will be asked to assist. 

Please note: Be sure to arrive on time for the lesson and allow enough time to procur rentals as necessary. Guests needing rental products who arrive within 20 minutes of their lesson start time will not be allowed admission into the class. There will be no refunds for late arrivals. 

Parents must pick up children from lesson meeting area, right at the conclusion of the lesson. A $20 late pickup fee will be assessed if parent/guardian is more than 15 minutes late.

• Goggles or another form of eye protection for snow, sun, and wind
• Wicking long underwear, tops and bottoms
• Snow and waterproof ski gloves or mittens
• Snow, water, and windproof insulated winter jacket
• Mid-weight top or fleece shirt (for layering options)
• Neck gaiter/face covering
• Snow and waterproof winter pants
• Lip balm and sunscreen
• A hat or helmet to protect from winter conditions
• Wicking ski socks (thin wool socks are best, thick wool socks often cut off circulation in boots). We recommend just one pair of socks to provide the best level of comfort in ski or snowboard boots.

We DO NOT offer any of the above items to rent.

Cancellations or changes must be made 48 hours or more before the lesson start time. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the lesson will not be eligible for refund, and changes to the reservation may not be made. Weather-related cancellations are not permitted within 48 hours of the lesson start time without the purchase of Lesson Protection.

If Lesson Protection has been purchased, cancellations or changes may be made for any reason, with the 48 hours before the schedued lesson start time. Cancellations, changes, or no-shows after the lesson start time do not fall within the parameters for Lesson Protection, and are subject to full forfeiture of all payments made for Lesson Services.

“Lesson Protection” as defined:

• Must be added to each lesson product or separate lesson item.
• Enables refunds or schedule changes within 48 hours of the scheduled start time.
• Cancellations, changes, or no-shows on or after the scheduled lesson start time will not be covered under Lesson Protection, and are therefore subject to full forfeiture of all payments made for Lesson Services.
• Must be purchased at time of the original transaction.

“Lesson Services” are defined as any lesson offering by any outlet operating under Timberline Ski & Ride School. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Timberline Kids Club
• Group lessons
• Private Lessons
• Summit Ski Area
• Multi-week/Multi-session Programs
• Adaptive Products

Weather-related cancellations are not permitted within 48 hours of the lesson start time without the purchase of Lesson Protection. Weather includes, but is not limited to:

• Rain
• Snow/blizzard conditions
• Wind
• Sleet
• Icy conditions

If any of the aforementioned conditions lead to a resort closure, refunds will be provided, whether or not Lesson Protection was purchased.

The Summit Pass Cafe is open when lifts are running.

Yes. We offer a shuttle service during winter months from the parking lot of Summit Pass to Timberline for guests with a lift ticket, season pass, or proof of a lesson. The shuttle runs in a loop throughout the day. You may also ride the Mt Hood Express for a small fee, which runs on a schedule (link to schedule). 

No, but you may purchase a Timberline lift ticket at Summit Pass. A Timberline lift ticket may be required to board the shuttle.