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Snow school

Activities that begin at Cape Smokey

New to Skiing or Snowboarding?

Starting a new sport can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Cape Smokey Snow School specializes in creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for first-timers. Our dedicated Learning Zone and expert coaching ensure you build confidence with every run.

Build confidence with a one-hour private ski or snowboard lesson. One-to-one instruction is available for all ages, subject to instructor availability. Please book at least 12 hours ahead.
For current prices and availability, view lesson options or contact snowschool@capesmokeyholding.com.

First Time Guide
Snow School instructors and young skiers lined up with their skis at the top of the hill

Compare Lesson Options

Comparison of Snow School lesson options
Private Ski
Lessons		Private Snowboard
Lessons		Ticket + Lesson
+ Rental		March Break
Camps		Back-Country
Skiing
DisciplineSkiSnowboardSki or snowboardSki or snowboardSki
Lesson formatPrivatePrivatePrivateCampPrivate
Duration1 hour1 hourCheck optionsSingle-day camp2 hours
AgeAll agesAll agesAll ages6–1219–64
Lift ticketSeparate purchaseSeparate purchaseIncludedNot includedSeparate purchase
Rental equipmentCheck optionsCheck optionsIncludedNot includedSeparate purchase
Book ahead12 hours12 hoursCheck optionsCheck dates48 hours
View options: Private Ski LessonsView options: Private Snowboard LessonsView options: Ticket + Lesson + RentalView options: March Break CampsView options: Back-Country Skiing

View current dates, prices and availability before booking.

Need more help choosing? Contact our Snow School

Why Learn at Smokey?

  • Certified Instructors
  • Dedicated Learning Zone
  • Easy-to-Use Magic Carpet Lift
  • Terrain-Based Learning Progression
  • Beautiful views
  • Fun, Safe & Supportive Environment
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Aerial view of a ski lesson group gathered on a groomed slope above the frozen lake

Snow School

Find your lesson

Skiers carving down a groomed run above the frozen bay

Private Ski Lessons

One hour of private coaching with a certified instructor, for all ages. Book at least 12 hours ahead. A lift ticket is purchased separately.

View options: Private Ski Lessons
Snowboarder jumping above the slope with the ocean and village below

Private Snowboard Lessons

Build confidence with one hour of private snowboard instruction, for all ages. Book at least 12 hours ahead. A lift ticket is purchased separately.

View options: Private Snowboard Lessons
Skier in an orange jacket skiing through snowy hardwood forest

Back-Country Skiing Lessons

A two-hour private lesson for ages 19–64, introducing equipment and its use on groomed terrain. Book 48 hours ahead. Lift tickets and rentals are separate.

View options: Back-Country Skiing Lessons

Packages & Camps

Group of young skiers and snowboarders posing together at the base of the hill

Ticket + Lesson + Rental Package

Choose a ski or snowboard package with a lift ticket, a private lesson and rental equipment. Options are listed for all ages. Check current dates and availability.

View options: Ticket + Lesson + Rental Package
Large group of kids with skis gathered on the snowy slope during camp

March Break Camps

Single-day ski and snowboard camps for ages 6–12. Register for one or more days. Lessons only; lift tickets and rental equipment are purchased separately.

View options: March Break Camps

Essential lesson information

Around the hill // Your day, your season

A day at Smokey

From summer trails to winter turns. Two ways to spend a memorable day above the Atlantic.

Skier carving a turn on a groomed run with snow spraying, ocean coastline below

Winter

Ski above the ocean.

Fresh mountain air, ocean views and a day of turns at your own pace. This is winter at Smokey.

Ski · Snowboard · The Cape

  1. Skier with poles on the snowy summit, the Atlantic and islands behind

    01 / Arrival

    Get ready for the mountain

    Collect your equipment if renting and check the trail report. Choose open runs that suit your ability.

  2. Skier carving down a groomed slope above the coast

    02 / Morning

    Find your first turns

    Ride up and spend the morning skiing or snowboarding. New to the slopes? Start with a Snow School lesson booked in advance.

  3. Scallops searing in a cast-iron pan

    03 / Lunch

    Warm up at The Cape

    Take a proper lunch break. Refuel, warm up and share your favourite moments from the morning before heading back out.

  4. Skier standing on the summit above the snowy shoreline

    04 / Afternoon

    Make the most of the mountain

    Return to your favourite open runs, take in the Atlantic views and finish with a final run before the lifts close.