“When your kid says they don’t want to ski, they’re not trying to ruin your day. They’re communicating something. And once you figure out what that something is — fear, frustration, or just feeling powerless — the whole day can turn around.”
Your child just looked you in the eye and said “I’m not going.” You’ve got lift tickets, packed gear, and a car full of kids — and one of them is done before the day even starts. Sound familiar? Here’s exactly what to do when your child refuses to ski.
Great ski days don’t happen by accident — but the mistakes that ruin them aren’t accidents either. After 20 years teaching kids to ski, I’ve seen the same 7 mistakes play out over and over. The good news? Every single one is fixable.
Trying to decide if your child is ready to take the leap and start skiing harder terrain? We’ll teach you how to know when they’re READY to ski something harder.
Don’t spend your money on ski school without reading this! 10 tips to make sure that you get the most bang for your buck when you send your kids to ski school!
To help kids get the most from ski school, it’s important that parents spend some time talking with their childs instructor after the lesson to learn how to best help and support their child. Here are the top questions you should ask!
Teahcing kids to turn on skis is one of the easiest skills to teach. Learn the steps you ened to teach your kids this critical ski skill!
Want to save big on family ski trips? Many Utah resorts let kids ski free, from toddlers to teens. Discover which mountains offer free passes, age cutoffs, and insider programs that make skiing affordable for families.
GOt a nervous kids? COme get some great tips and tricks to gradually get them more comfortable on the ski hill, so they can relax and start having fun.
Looking for the best winter gear of 25′-26′? You’ll find it right here. We’ve highlighted all of our favorite gear for families to simplify your winter gear needs!