A Day in the Life: Ages 3-6
8:00-8:30 AM
Pros arrive at the resort, gear up in the locker room, and travel to Spruce via the Over Easy Transfer Gondola to the Adventure Center.
8:30-8:45 AM
All Pros must be fully dressed in uniform, boots on, and ready to start the day.
The morning meeting takes place in the Adventure Center corral with Pros and Supervisors. Following the meeting, Pros meet and greet guests prior to lesson launch.
8:45-9:00 AM
Pros organize their assigned classes by:
Completing a class roster, including allergy information, early pick-up details, and helmet/clothing descriptions.
Checking for any last-minute bathroom needs.
Helping children get dressed appropriately, including fitting Kinderlift vests (red for ages 3-4, green for ages 5-6).
Ensuring all students have the correct equipment and information tags.
Once rosters have been submitted, Pros gather their students and equipment and head out to begin the day.
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Pros conduct on-snow lessons using appropriate drills, progressions, and terrain suited to the students' ability levels. Remember: don't over-terrain, and don't forget your Flip Book!
A mid-morning snack break typically occurs around 10:15 AM in the Adventure Center. Pros must submit their pink rosters to the F&B attendant to ensure all allergy protocols are recognized and followed before snacks are served.
12:00-12:30 PM
Lunch is served for both students and Pros.
Pros should:
Place each student's helmet, jacket, and vest in the assigned cubbies.
Ensure students are properly seated before taking food orders.
Collect meals from serving stations and deliver food and drinks to students.
Reinforce responsible composting, recycling, and trash disposal after lunch.
After lunch, classes visit the restroom, gear up, and return outside no later than 12:30 PM.
For students with a scheduled 12:30 PM pick-up:
Coordinate with a Supervisor to sign the student out in the secure learning area located on the snow front of the Adventure Center near the fenced corral entrance.
Leave rental skis on the rack.
Hand personal skis directly to parents.
12:30-3:00 PM
Lessons resume on snow.
Pros begin with a warm-up run and continue instruction using appropriate drills, progressions, and terrain while reinforcing concepts introduced during the morning session.
An afternoon break typically takes place around 1:45 PM. During this break, Pros should complete progress cards if not already started during lunch.
Following the break, classes take their final runs and return to the Adventure Center by 2:45 PM as the on-snow portion of the day concludes.
Before meeting with parents, Pros should return skis to the red racks in alphabetical order.
2:45-3:15 PM
Pros submit their yellow roster to their Supervisor.
Pros then meet individually with parents to:
Review progress cards.
Share highlights from the day.
Discuss student achievements and next steps.
Invite guests back for another day with the ski & ride school.
3:15-3:30 PM
Pros depart for the day and return uniforms and equipment to the locker room at MOC.
Helpful Hints
For young children, ski equipment can feel overwhelming. Do you remember your first time in ski boots? Many parents may not know how to properly prepare their child. Check that boots are on the correct feet, socks are smooth, and buckles are adjusted comfortably.
Bathroom breaks are non-negotiable. Every child should try each time before heading out. “No pee, no ski!”
Separating from parents can be challenging. Use positive distraction techniques and reassure children that their parents will return later.
Model and encourage good manners, kindness, and respect throughout the day. Children often follow the example you set.
Keep the experience fun, engaging, and positive. A child's first experience with the ski & ride school can create memories that last a lifetime.