drone image of lesson meeting area
drone image of lesson meeting area
Your Schweitzer Lesson Guide

You just booked your ski or snowboard lesson at Schweitzer! There’s nothing more exciting than trying something new or working on improving your skills. Whether it’s your very first lesson or you're revisiting the sport, we want all our guests to feel confident upon arrival that they know where to go, what they need, and where to meet.

Before your visit, we highly recommend checking out our First Timer Guide. This page offers all the information you need about safety, what to wear, lockers, rentals, and more. Below, you'll find specific, step-by-step instructions for attending your lesson.

Parking & Shuttles

First thing first, here’s how to get here! Parking at the mountain is limited, so we highly recommend carpooling. If you’re driving, here are your parking options.

  • The Lakeview Lot is located right at the edge of the Village and is free mid-week and $20 Friday – Sunday. This parking lot provides the easiest access to the Village, but fills up quickly.
  • The Gateway Lot, located down NW Passage, is free all week and only a short walk from the Village (the walk may be short, but it’ll get your heart pumping!).
  • The Fall Line Lot, located near the bottom of Creekside Express, is also free all week! Please keep in mind, if you park in the Fall Line Lot, the only way up to the Village is via Creekside Express or a shuttle. Shuttles from Fall Line run every 30 minutes and are only available when the Lakeview Lot and Gateway Lot are closed.
  • The Roundabout/Fire Station Lot is approximately 2 miles from the Schweitzer Village. This overflow lot is only available when all other lots are full! Shuttles will run every 30 minutes; just wait at the edge of the roundabout.
image of map showing parking lots at Schweitzer
Not wanting to drive up the mountain? Take the shuttle.The Red Barn is the parking lot located at the base of the mountain where guests can park and ride the shuttle for free. Simply find a parking spot, wait for your shuttle in the waiting zone, then board the bus once it arrives. Shuttles depart every 30 minutes during winter operations, so be sure to plan your time accordingly! If your lesson is at 9:30 and you need rentals, we recommend taking the 8:00am shuttle so you’re in the Village at least an hour before your lesson.

More About Parking & Shuttles

I'm at the mountain; now what?

Welcome to the Schweitzer Village! If you need lift tickets and/or rentals, head on over to the Ski & Ride Center! We’ve marked your route to the Ski & Ride Center on the Village Map with green footprints. If you'd like a full, comprehensive view of the mountain, check out our Maps page for all available maps.

Once you arrive at the Ski & Ride Center, head on in, turn right, and you’ll see the guest services desk. One of our amazing staff members will then assist you with your lift ticket and guide you through the process of getting your rentals.
three images of ski and ride center, sign, and lesson meeting area
three images of ski and ride center, sign, and lesson meeting area

directions to lesson meeting area

Rentals & Lift ticket secured. Where do i go now?

If you booked a private lesson, you’ll meet right outside of the Ski & Ride Center. There are huge flags; you can’t miss it! Keep an eye out for instructors in the blue jackets. If you booked a group lesson, head towards The Musical Carpet & Great Escape Quad. Located by the yurt, you’ll see plenty of flags directing you to the Lesson Meeting Area! One of our instructors will be able to assist you and ensure you meet with the correct instructor for your lesson.
image of lesson meeting area at Schweitzer
image of lesson meeting area at Schweitzer


Time to hit the slopes

Now it’s time to get to the fun part—skiing & riding. Whether you're starting on the carpet or exploring the mountain, our instructors are here to help you learn and, most importantly, have fun!
image of instructor at Schweitzer smiling
image of instructor at Schweitzer smiling

Questions?

If you have any questions about your lesson, feel free to call Schweitzer Reservations at (833) 854-7669.