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2009/2010 SEASON

 PRIVATE LESSONS

Personalized instruction to match your level and improve your skiing. One to four people.

FAMILY PRIVATE LESSONS

Private instruction for you and your family. Two instructors will help you focus on improving your skiing.

 GROUP LESSONS

Skiers level 4-10 are welcome. The 2-hour lessons are available every morning (9:45 AM) and afternoon (1:15 PM). Each class consists of other skiers with similar interest and ability. A great way to improve your skiing and learn about the mountain. Average class size is four. Maximum class size is seven.

 YELLOWBIRD NEVEREVER PROGRAM(13 years and older)

While Taos earned its reputation as a haven for advanced skiers, there is no better place to learn to ski. Our staff remembers what it's like to learn a new activity. You will learn from their creative and innovative approach to skiing. Our special slope and lift are designed to help anyone learn to ski. This package includes 4 hours of lessons, rentals (skis, boots & poles) and beginner lift ticket. Lessons begin at 9:45 AM with a break for lunch. The lessons end at 3:30 PM.

The Ernie Blake Snowsports School

Yellowbird Guarantee

Taos is committed to creating life-long skiers. Our Yellowbird program helps guests who’ve never skied  to become proficient in the most affordable way.

We are confident that after two full days as a Yellowbird student you’ll be able to ski down the mountain via Whitefeather.

If you don’t leave the beginner hill, we invite you to continue in the Yellowbird program, gratis, until you do.

GREENBIRD PACKAGE

For those who have progressed past the Yellowbird program and are looking to build confidence skiing Whitefeather and beyond. This package includes a two-hour lesson, full area lift ticket and ski rentals.

Full day $100

BLUEBIRD PACKAGE

For those who have progressed past the Greenbird program and are looking to build confidence skiing Blue trails and beyond. This package includes a two hour lesson, full area lift tickets, and ski rentals

Full Day $139

TELEMARK CLINICS

All levels welcome. Two hour lesson meets every Sunday at 12:45pm.

Single Lesson $51

PM PERSONAL

Recieve personal attention at a bargin price! Two hour PM lesson in small groups of no more than 3 guests per instructor. Open to skiers and riders level 4 and above.

Single Lessson $51