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Freeriders Ski & Snowboard Program

7 – 14 Years

This full day program is for kids and teens looking to take their skiing or riding to the next level with kids of a similar ability. Kids will explore the mountain with an experienced instructor and make new friends over lunch and fun activities.

Lift Pass is required. Some peak season dates including school holidays may sell out. We highly recommend booking your lesson and lift pass at the same time to avoid disappointment.

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Helmets are required. Full Terms & Conditions

Benefits
Lesson Detail
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Benefits
  • Up to 5 hours on snow 
  • Fun learning environment with kids that are of a similar ability 
  • Park safety and progression sessions 
  • Fun themes and adventures 
  • A warm lunch, snacks and beverages provided 
  • Lift line priority 
  • Online report card to follow learning and progression
  • Lunch is included
  • Consecutive day lesson access valid from the selected start date
  • Certified professional instructors
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Lesson Detail
  • Price: $157
  • Lesson Time: 9am – 3:30pm
  • Drop Off Time & Location:  8:45am at the Freeriders meeting area directly behind the Gunbarrel Chairlift at Friday Flat. Look for the pink flag… View Map
  • Pick Up Time: 3:30pm
  • Duration: Up to 5 hours snow time
  • Lunch included
  • Thredbo Resort provides water stations in various outlets on the mountain. The Friday Flat beginner area will have water available for children in lessons with single use cups.
  • Before The Lesson: 
    • Lift access not included and must be secured prior to purchasing lessons. 
    • Collect the MyThredbo Card from our new contactless 24/7 MyThredbo Card Kiosks located at Friday Flat and Valley Terminal in Thredbo.
    • Booked rental equipment? Thredbo Rental Friday Flat is located right under the Thredboland building for the ultimate convivence and range. To avoid queues, pick up the gear from 3pm the afternoon before.
    • Find your child’s level here to ensure they are placed in the right lesson.
  • Weekends and Peak Periods: If you plan to pick up the MyThredbo Card or rental before the lesson, please leave sufficient time to do so. Please note, during peak holiday and weekend periods in-resort wait times may be lengthy (up to 45 minutes).
  • NSW Active Kids Vouchers cannot be used on the Freeriders, Burton Riglets, Thredboland and 5 Day Adventure Camps.
  • Late Arrivals: We do our best to accommodate late arrivals. This can often mean returning and joining the group after lunch. With children at Level 1, it is sometimes not possible to accommodate late arrivals on the day, due to the group advancing beyond Level 1 at the start of the day.

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Gear List
  • Skis or snowboard and boots
  • MyThredbo Card with lift pass loaded – Double check your child has their MyThredbo Card in a pocket as high as possible on the left side of their jacket for ease of lift access.
  • Helmets are required
  • Waterproof, insulated jacket and pants
  • Layers underneath
  • Ski or snowboard socks
  • Gloves/mittens and goggles
  • Neck warmer (doubles as a face covering)
  • Goggles
  • It would be ideal for children to pack a small snack in their pocket for the lesson. All snacks are the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

Your child should arrive dressed wearing their boots and ready to go.

Please note ski poles are generally not required for children learning to ski and are introduced at an intermediate level.

If you’re missing an item, Thredbo Retail and Rental is your one stop shop for all your snow gear.

Explore Our Kids Lessons & Programs

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Private Lesson

Duration: 3, 4, 6 & 7 hours
Ages: 5+ Years
Level: Beginner to Advanced

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Child (14 Years & Under)

Kids First Timer Lesson

Duration: 3 hours at 9:15am or 1:00pm
Ages: 7-14 Years
Level: First day on the snow

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Child (14 Years & Under)

Kids Group Lesson

Duration: 3 hours at 1pm
Ages: 7 -14 Years
Level: Beginner to Advanced

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Specialty Programs

5 Day Adventure Camp

Ski Camps: 24 June – 6 September 2024
Snowboard Camps: 1 July – 2 August 2024
Age: 5-14 Years

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Child (14 Years & Under)

Thredboland

Duration: 9:30am Daily – All Day
Discipline: Ski
Ages: 3-6 Years

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Child (14 Years & Under)

Burton Riglets

Duration: 9:30am Daily – All Day
Ages: 5-6 Years
Discipline: Snowboard

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Which Lesson Is Right For Me?

Guest Services is available if you need advice on which lesson is right for you and your family.

Online Chat: 8:30am – 4:30pm daily
Phone: 1300 020 589
Email: guestservices_thredbo@evt.com
In resort: Thredbo Guest Services (Valley Terminal or Friday Flat)

At Thredbo we follow industry best practices when working with children. Child Safety Policy

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Thredbo sits on the traditional land of the Monero – Ngarigo people who have looked after this land, water and community for over 60,000 years. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do to look after their country, a special place which we all love and respect.

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