ADULT SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL

Personal, Customizable and Very Affordable
The Taos Ski and Ride school is a great way to get more out of your vacation and you can take advantage of it in many different ways. The Flagship of the Ski & Ride School is the Ski Week but no matter how many days you will be skiing or riding here you should try one of our convenient offerings.

  • $99 Ski Weeks
  • 40% off PM Private Lessons
  • Build-Your-Own Ski Groups and Ski Weeks
  • $99 3 day Lesson Packages

Regardless of your age or skill level there’s no better way to discover the hidden secrets of Taos, your skiing or riding, or yourself than participating in the Ernie Blake Ski or Ride School.

Taos is unique among ski resorts. It has a special character that some describe as mystical. It is a place of dramatic peaks, steeps, deep snow, remote chutes and an abundance of uncrowded blue/green cruisers.  And you will find that our Ski and Ride Schools are in a class by themselves.  Whether you are interested in improving your technique, increasing your enjoyment and knowledge of the mountain or just enjoying your day we will help you in every way. And you will be joining the many guests that return year after year for their Taos fix.  That’s our goal, as instructors and hosts to make learning fun and engaging.

Click on a program below to learn more.

GROUP LESSONS
YELLOWBIRD NEVEREVER PACKAGE
GREENBIRD PACKAGE
MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE PACKAGE
PRIVATE LESSONS
TELEMARK CLINICS
SNOWSPORTS WEEKS
LOCALS CLINICS
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON OUR CHILDRENS CENTER PROGRAMS
 

PRIVATE LESSONS

Personalized instruction to match your level and improve your skiing or snowboarding.

  BEFORE 1PM AFTER 1PM
ONE HOUR
$170 $100
     
TWO HOURS
$260 $150
     
HALF DAY
$370 $225
 
 
FULL DAY
$575 A/A

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GROUP LESSONS

Skier or snowboarder levels 4-10 are welcome. The 2-hour lessons are available every morning (9:45 AM). Each class consists of other skiers with similar interest and ability. A great way to improve your skiing or snowboarding and learn about the mountain. Average class size is four. Maximum class size is seven.


REGULAR SEASON

12/17/2011-03/25/2012

DISCOUNT SEASON

11/24/2011-12/16/2011 (Thur-Sun) &
3/26/2012-4/8/2012 

SINGLE DAY GROUP LESSON
$51 $40
     
3 DAY PACKAGE
$99  

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YELLOWBIRD NEVER-EVER PROGRAM(13 years and older)

While Taos earned its reputation as a haven for advanced skiers & boarders, there is no better place to learn to ski or snowboard. Our staff remembers what it's like to learn a new activity. You will learn from their creative and innovative approach to skiing. Our special slope and lift are designed to help anyone learn to ski or snowboard. This package includes 4 hours of lessons, rentals (skis/snowboard, boots & poles ) and beginner lift ticket. Lessons begin at 9:45 AM with a break for lunch. The lessons end at 3:30 PM.

 
REGULAR SEASON

12/17/2011-03/25/2012

DISCOUNT SEASON

11/24/2011-12/16/2011 (Thur-Sun) &
3/26/2012-4/8/2012

FULL DAY
$97 $80
     
TWO DAY
$157 -
     
HALF DAY
$80 -
     
ADD A DAY
$60 -
     
YELLOWBIRD SKI WEEK $528 -

The Ernie Blake Snowsports School Yellowbird Guarantee
Taos is committed to creating life-long skiers or riders. Our Yellowbird program helps guests who’ve never skied  to become proficient in the most affordable way. We are confident that after two full days as a Yellowbird student you’ll be able to ski down the mountain via Whitefeather.

If you don’t leave the beginner hill, we invite you to continue in the Yellowbird program, gratis, until you do.  IF YOUR A FIRST TIME SKIER 0R SNOWBOARDER PLEASE CALLS US BEFORE PURCHASING TICKETS ONLINE 1-800-776-1111.

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GREENBIRD PACKAGE 

For those who have progressed past the Yellowbird program and are looking to build confidence skiing or snowboarding Whitefeather and beyond. This package includes a two-hour lesson, full area lift ticket and ski/board rentals.

FULL DAY: $110

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MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE PACKAGE

This package offers the most value and best full-mountain experience at Taos. It includes and all-area lift ticket, inclusion in a two-hour morning Mountain Experience group, and performance ski/board rentals that are appropiate for the conditions of the day.

FULL DAY: $147
3 DAYS: $399

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TELEMARK CLINICS

All levels welcome. Two hour lesson meets every Sunday at 12:45pm.

PM PRIVATE LESSON: $150

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LOCAL CLINICS

JANUARY LOCALS CLINIC
Alpine, Telemark & Snowboard Lessons Available

Enjoy your mountain with the best instructors that Taos has to offer . . .. and save money at the same time.  What a winning combination! This lesson package includes five consecutive 2 1/2 hour lessons with the same instructor.  Each of our Locals Clinics are designed for skiers of ALL LEVELS.

Clinics are available on either Saturday AM, Sunday PM, or Wednesday PM. The Wednesday program will begin on January 4th, 2012. Saturday & Sunday programs will begin  the weekend of January 7th, 2012.

With your enrollment in the 2012 Locals Clinic, you will receive free activation on your Taos Card. Credit Card is required for Taos Card activation. For more information on the Taos Card program, visit http://www.skitaos.org/content/taos-card. Special rates are available on child care.

ADULT RATES & DATES

 
 SESSION
 DATES
# OF LESSONS
 LESSON COST*
 



JANUARY
LOCALS CLINIC

 

Begins January 4th, 7th, OR 8th, 2012. You may select either Wednesday PM, Saturday AM, OR Sunday PM Clinic.

 


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$165 if paid by January 2nd, 2012

$200 after January 2nd, 2012

Click Here to register for your 2012 Locals Clinic online OR

Click Here to download your 2012 Locals Clinic registration packet to mail in.

* Lift Ticket is purchased separately.  Consider the Taos Card -- the perfect companion to your Locals Clinic Registration.

For additional program information and to request additional adult and junior registration forms, please call  (575) 776.2291 ext. 2355 or email us at sstsv@skitaos.org.


All rates are subject to change without notice.

Questions? Call 800-776-1111 or email Ernie Blake Ski School.