8 weeks | ages 6 – 14

(Lift tickets oR SEASON PASS are required and must be purchased separately for all 8-week programs.)
The Droppers program is perfect for beginner park riders who are eager to learn new skills and take their riding to the next level. Ideal for independent riders at Level 3 who are comfortable using lifts, this program offers serious shred time in the park with certified, fun instructors guiding the way. Ready to progress your park skills in a supportive and energetic environment? Join the Droppers and start exploring features with confidence and style! Be a part of the Ontario freestyle community.
ski + snowboard terrain park program from parks LABS
droppers | L3+
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Days of
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DURATION
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timeslots
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Price |
| THURSDAYS (Ski Only) |
Thurs Jan 8th – Feb 26th
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6PM – 8PM
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$649
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| FRIDAYS |
Fri Jan 9th – Feb 27th
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6PM – 8PM
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$649
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| SATURDAYS |
Sat Jan 10th – Mar 7th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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10AM – 12PM
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$649
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| SATURDAYS |
Sat Jan 10th – Mar 7th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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1PM – 3PM
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$649
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| SUNDAYS |
Sun Jan 11th – Mar 8th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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10AM – 12PM
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$649
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| SUNDAYS |
Sun Jan 11th – Mar 8th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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1PM – 3PM
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$649
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ski + snowboard full day terrain park program from parks LABS
BUNSENS | L3+
Calling all advanced park riders! Bunsens is an all-day program designed for those who live for the thrill of the terrain park. Sharpen your skills, master new tricks, and push your limits alongside fellow park enthusiasts — all under the guidance of expert instructors dedicated to helping you progress safely and confidently. Become a part of the Freestyle Ontario community. See attached Park labs info page L3+
Please note that parents and guardians are required to supervise / pick up their child for the 1 hour lunch break at 12PM – 1PM
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Days of
the Week
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DURATION
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timeslots
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Price |
| SATURDAYS |
Sat Jan 10th – Mar 7th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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10AM – 3PM
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$999
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| SUNDAYS |
Sun Jan 11th – Mar 8th (no class Family Day Weekend)
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10AM – 3PM
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$999
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What you Need to Know
Students should meet outside the main chalet beside the Après Patio stage. Signs will indicate gathering points for each program (i.e. Snowflakes, High Flyers, etc.). Please wait at the appropriate sign where an instructor will meet you.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the program start time to ensure you can locate the appropriate group and meet your instructor.
If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, please report to the Lessons desk at guest services and they will radio a supervisor who can connect you with your group.
Lift tickets are not included in the program price. Please make sure your child has a valid lift ticket or seasons pass when they begin their program. Students will not be permitted on the lifts until they have a valid pass/ticket. Parents will be called to come back to get their child and attain a ticket if they do not have one. No time will be made up for forgotten passes/tickets.
All lesson participants must have a season pass or lift ticket valid during the timeslot of their lesson. Example: a 5 Day | 7 Night season pass is not valid during Saturday morning lessons. We highly recommend purchasing all 8 lift tickets at once. Ask our team about this option when booking 8-week programs.
Please note, Horseshoe Valley Resort uses RFID cards for lift tickets & season passes.
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Within each program, students will have varied abilities and will therefore be grouped with others at a similar ability level. The first week will be used for assessing the students and making sure everyone is in the correct group. If a student is in a group too hard for them or that is below their abilities, they will be moved accordingly to ensure they get the most out of their program. Ability levels are organized by colour (see chart below).
Within each program, students are assessed and grouped with the same ability level to ensure they get the most out of their program. Please use the table below to help identify the level you or your child may be during lessons.
Please note that lessons do not run over the Family Day Weekend.
Helmets are mandatory for students of all ages in our Snow School programs.
Students should come prepared for their ski or snowboard lesson with skis/snowboard, ski boots/snowboard boots, ski poles (if applicable) and a helmet. Students should wear proper snowpants, a winter jacket, gloves or mittens, and other close-fitting garments as necessary for the conditions. Dangling scarves or other loose garments should not be worn as they pose a risk for the student and other adventurers.
A minimum 5 participants are required for programs to run for the season.
All prices are subject to applicable HST and resort fees.
A parent/guardian must remain on site during lessons for those ages 12 or under.
Please review our full terms and conditions.
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Ski Ability Levels
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Skill level
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Colour
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Attributes
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Beginner
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RED | L1
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Student has never skied before
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GREEN | L2
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Student has skied before and is comfortable on beginner terrain (Green trails).
They should be able to:
- Stop and turn both ways linking snowplow turns
- Walk and climb uphill with skis on
- Get up unassisted
- These students are ready for the chairlift
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Intermediate
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BLUE | L3
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Student has taken lessons for one season or is able to do all of the following:
- Able to stop & turn linking mixed radius snowplow turns
- Ski Green runs while in a wide parallel stance
- Working on or able to do “hockey stops”
- Use chair lifts without assistance
- These students are ready for Blue terrain
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Advanced
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BLACK | L4
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Student has taken lessons or is able to do all of the following:
- Can stop and link parallel turns on blue terrain
- Skis parallel on black terrain with pole plants.
- Turn shape is symmetrical and rhythmical.
- Can carve turns on blue runs with edging at the fall line
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Snowboard Ability Levels
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Skill level
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Colour
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Attributes
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Beginner
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RED | L1
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Student has never snowboarded before
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GREEN | L2
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Student has snowboarded before, are comfortable on beginner terrain (Green trails) and can do the following:
They should be able to:
- Straight run and stop
- Toeside & Heelside slipping and pendulum controlling speed and direction
- Walk and climb uphill with snowboard on
- Get up unassisted
- Use beginner carpets. These students are ready for the chairlift
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Intermediate
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BLUE | L3
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Student has taken lessons for one season or is able to do all of the following:
- Able to stop & link toeside and heelside turns
- Complete varied radius turns on both toe and heel side
- 360 flat spins
- Confidence at higher speeds
- Comfortable on varied terrain, bumps and rollers
- Use chair lifts without assistance
- These students are ready for Blue terrain
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Advanced
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BLACK | L4
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Student has taken lessons or is able to do all of the following:
- Can carve, increasing edge angle
- Can do switch turns (riding with opposite foot forward) and ride at moderate speed
- Comfortable on Black terrain
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*All prices plus HST