Skiing has always been a family affair at Taos Ski Valley. So we make it easy to introduce your children to skiing and provide a fun adventure for skiers of all abilities. We've developed a series of unique children's programs led by specially-trained instructors. Housed in a state-of-the-art facility, kids will be comfortable using as a "home base" during the day ensuring that you will have a great time, too. Children even have their own ski area, pint-sized lifts, special terrain, and equipment shop. What parent could want more?

At Taos Ski Valley, we have all kinds of activities for families and teens. Look for tubing on an expanded schedule. Visit the revamped teen-center facility where young people can play games, eat pizza, and take inspiration from the latest in extreme skiing movies. There are also organized activities at the Out-to-Launch Terrain Park where skiers of all ages can huck with the best or hang with friends.

Reservations are required for all the Children's Center Programs.
Call 866.968.7386 ext. 1400 or click here to reserve a space for your child online.

Questions? Call 866.968.7386 ext. 1400.

BEBEKARE & KINDERKARE

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ELITE PROGRAM

(3 year olds) This one-hour ski lesson is for three-year-olds enrolled in Kinderkare. The program is designed for children who are not ready for an all day ski experience. It provides a shorter ski time to test the readiness of a child for a more comprehensive ski experience. Lessons are provided by specially trained instructors. Rental equipment is included. The class size is limited to 3 students. The cost is $30 in addition to Kinderkare. Reservations are required.

Our Junior Elite programs are all inclusive. Your fee covers lift tickets, rental package (skis, boots, poles, and helmets), a morning lesson, an afternoon lesson, and lunch. For the all day program the last lesson is over at 2:30 PM, you are more than welcome to pick up your child and ski the remainder of the day with them or leave them in supervised care until 4:00 PM. We ask that you have your children checked in between 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM.

JUNIOR ELITE I & II

(3 years old & potty trained — first grade): A passion for skiing starts here! Kids three years old through first grade learn the basics of the sport in small classes during this all-day program. They'll also enjoy fun indoor and outdoor activities while they make new friends.

(second grade — 15 years old): Our friendly snow coaches teach a love of the sport and the mountains to older kids of all skiing abilities. Not only will your kids be better skiers, they'll build their confidence and have a great time, too.

LOCALS CLINIC

January Shredders Junior Locals Clinic
 

The focus of our Shredders Junior Locals Clinic is on learning skiing fundamentals, skiing varied terrain and conditions, and most importantly having fun. The Locals Clinics are taught through our nationally recognized Children's Ski School, we are pleased to offer the program to skiers of all levels ages 3 through 15 years. Each day's program includes a morning and afternoon lesson and lunch as as a free lift ticket and free rental equipment.  New in 2009 is Snowboarding Junior Shredders the ages for snowboarding are second grade to 15 years old.  For more information visit the Ski School tab and go to lessons and click on the locals clinic icon. 

All rates are subject to change without notice.

Questions? Call 866.968.7386 

For more details download a registration packet:
Registration for Shredders Junior Locals Clinic (PDF)

Mail completed form and payment to:
Taos Ski Valley, Inc
Attn: Shredders Program
PO Box 90, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What kind of clothing do I need to supply for my children?
I want to know more aboutWhat kind of clothing Kinderkare
I want to know more aboutWhat kind of clothing Bebekare
What kind of food is served for lunch?
What are the hours for half day lessons?
What if my child doesn't want to ski after he/she has tried and is unhappy?
Where is the children's ski school located?

What kind of clothing do I need to supply for my children?

For ski lessons we recommend the following items for your children:
1. Goggles or sunglasses, preferably with UV protection
2. Sunscreen
3. Waterproof mittens or gloves
4. Hat
5. Ski socks
6. Wind/Water resistant jacket & pants
7. Long underwear

For the Kinderkare:

Please dress your child for active and sometimes messy play! Bring an extra set of indoor clothing, diapers and wipes and a special toy or blanket that will help your child feel more comfortable. If you would like your child to enjoy outside activities, please be sure to bring waterproof clothing and mittens, hat, UV protective sunglasses or goggles and sunscreen.

For Bebekare:

We have well equipped areas for sleeping and playing, as well as a quiet spot with a rocking chair for nursing moms. Please bring diapers, wipes, changes of clothes, bottles and any food your baby may need during the day, as well as anything you feel will make him or her more comfortable.

What kind of food is served for lunch?

We have meat and vegetarian selections for soup   entrees, mashed potatoes everyday, a vegetable, tossed salad, and dessert. Please let us know if your child has any food allergies.

What are the hours for half day lessons?

You must have your child checked in no later than 12:30pm so that they can have lunch, be fitted for rentals and out in time for their afternoon lesson. Because of the late start time your child will be ready for pickup at 3:45pm.

What if my child doesn't want to ski after he/she has tried and is unhappy?

We do not make the child ski if they are unhappy. We would then take them into the Kinderkare to have supervised play time.

Where is the children's ski school located?

When you enter the Taos Ski Valley you drop down a hill to our parking area. The children's center is the first building you will see on your right hand side. There is a large wooden sign at the edge of the parking lot with children's center listed on it. You can park in our temporary parking for the children's center to register your children and then drive to the main parking area for all day parking. You can also park in the main parking area and catch one of our parking lot shuttles which makes a stop at the children's center, check your children in and then catch the shuttle up to our resort center for ticket sales, ski rentals, adult ski school and the main lift.