First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski

Teach Your Kids to Ski – Without Tears, Power Struggles, or Expensive Lessons

From a certified ski instructor & Mom of 5 who’s taught hundreds of families

“After one ski school lesson, my daughter said she’d never ski again. We started over with First Tracks. Within 3 days she was asking to go skiing. This saved skiing for our family.”
– Tony, Utah Dad of 2

You want to teach your kids to ski, but every weekend you’re:

Guessing what to teach them next
Watching them get frustrated (and you getting more stressed)
Wondering if you should just pay for expensive lessons instead

What if you had a step-by-step system that showed you:

The proven progression that actually works
Exactly what drill to use for their age and skill level
How to fix common problems before they become meltdowns

First Tracks Solves all of that!

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First Tracks Sneak Peek

Want a look at what you’ll find in First Tracks? Here you go:

Teaching Modules

Inside First Tracks, you’ll find over 90 instructional lessons, that are packed full of information like you see here, with an audio guide to talk you through all of the details and different scenarios.

On Snow Demonstrations

In the demonstration videos, you’ll learn what to teach and why, as well as a demonstration of what the skill should look like when you teach it.

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“I consider myself an expert skier, but when it came to teaching my kids, I was LOST! I know how to ski, but I learned as a kid and had no idea what steps to use or how to help my kids. We got First Tracks and I was amazed by how helpful it was. Within just 2 days, my kids had improved dramatically, and I was having so much more fun trying to teach them. I am constantly recommending this program to all the ski parents on our mountain.”
Dave, Idaho Dad of 4 (ages 2, 4, 6, & 8)

“We spent our first day on the mountain after starting the First Tracks program and we saw SO many positives! We have all been getting frustrated and tired before we even start to ski! I had my oldest practice the boot work drills, then progressed to wearing one ski and 2 skis, working our way towards the lift. These activities kept her happy and engaged and she was SO proud when she realized we were at the lift! My 3yo has been a bit fearful and cautious to start, so we worked on his confidence and talked a lot about safety. His line was “my pizza stop is my superpower!” And he was able to ski without me holding him between my skis for the first time ever! He began linking turns and stopping on his own and it was extraordinary to see his confidence and joy. Thank you!!!” Wren, mom of 2

Frequently Asked Questions

“I’m not a very good skier myself. Can I still teach my kids?”

Yes! If you are a solid intermediate skier and can ski down greens and most blues, you can teach the fundamentals to your kids. The modules show you exactly what to demonstrate and how, even if you’re still progressing yourself.

“My kid is only 2. Isn’t that too young?”

Not at all! All five of my kids started before age 3. Module 2 is specifically about teaching toddlers and what developmental milestones to look for. The key is having the right expectations and techniques for their age—which is exactly what I show you.

“What levels of skiing does this course cover?”

The course goes through level 5 to get your children learning the basics of parallel skiing.

“How is this different from just watching YouTube videos?”

YouTube is random, scattered, and often contradictory. You’ll watch 47 videos and still not know what order to teach things or what to do when your kid isn’t progressing. First Tracks is a complete SYSTEM. Step-by-step, in the exact order you need to teach it, with troubleshooting for every common problem.

“We already paid for group lessons. Is this still worth it?”

Absolutely. Think of First Tracks as making those group lessons 10X more effective. You’ll know what they’re working on in class, you can reinforce it when you ski together, and you’ll progress faster. Plus, you won’t need as many lessons going forward. This pays for itself in 2-3 weekends.

“What if I have multiple kids at different levels?”

Perfect! The progression checklists show you exactly where each kid is at and what they need next. You’ll know what to work on with your 5-year-old vs. your 8-year-old. I also give tips on managing multiple children, because as a mom of 5, I understand the struggle.

“What level of skier is this for?”

First Tracks is designed to get your child from beginner through parallel skiing. According to the PSIA model of ski instruction, this course goes from Level 1-5.

“Is this for skiing only or snowboarding too?”

This course is specifically for skiing. The biomechanics and teaching progressions for snowboarding are completely different. However, there are several parents who are snowboard parents who use this course to teach their kids to ski.

“What if my kid just isn’t interested in skiing?”

The course addresses motivation and making skiing fun. But real talk: if your kid genuinely hates it after giving it a fair try with proper teaching, that’s okay. The truth is that I’ve found that 90% of kids who “hate skiing” actually hate bad teaching, uncomfortable gear, or being cold and scared. Fix those things (which First Tracks shows you how to do) and most kids love it.

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Not sure if First Tracks is right for you? We offer a 30 day guarantee. If you get the course and it’s not what you expected, contact me for a full refund!

Legal Disclaimer: First Tracks: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Skiing is an inherently dangerous activity that involves risk of serious injury or death. By purchasing and using this course, you acknowledge that you are voluntarily participating in skiing activities and assume all risks associated with the sport. Jessica Averett, SkiingKid.com, and Bring The Kids LLC and any affiliated parties are not liable for any injuries, damages, losses, or accidents that may occur as a result of using the information, techniques, or recommendations provided in this course. This course is based on personal experience and expertise provided as general educational guidance only. You are solely responsible for assessing your own abilities, your child’s abilities, the safety of your environment, ensuring physical capability for skiing, following all safety guidelines and resort rules, consulting medical professionals regarding health concerns, and providing direct adult supervision at all times. By purchasing and using First Tracks, you agree to these terms and acknowledge that you have read and understood this disclaimer.