Learn & Earn

Who qualifies for this program? 
Adults and children ages 4+ who have never skied or snowboarded before.

What gear is included in the rental package? 
All packages include skis/snowboard, boots, and poles. Helmets are not included. 

When can I pick up my gear and where?

• For guests who've chosen to pay in full, gear pickup for the 23/24 Season begins RIGHT NOW in the Grizzly Center.
• For guests who've chosen to pay in payments, gear pickup for the 23/24 Season begins after your final payment on July 31st has been paid.
• Gear must be picked up by November 1st, 2023. We cannot guarantee gear availability after this date. For gear picked up after this date, a late pick-up fee of $50 will be added.

When do I need to return my gear? 
Rental gear is due at end of Winter Season 23/24 - This step can be avoided by purchasing Learn, Earn & Return, the second year of this program.

When do I receive my season pass? 
You'll receive your season pass when you pick up your rental gear, but it will not be acitve until you've completed all three lessons. 

What does my season pass include? 
Full access to the resort with no blackout dates. Your season pass does not include Premier Pass perks.

What should I wear? 
Layered clothing, gloves, goggles and a helmet (helmets are required). Start with a base layer of thermal underwear (shirt and leggings). On top of your thermal base layer, you may want a fleece layer for insulation. Finally, a waterproof exterior layer (shell pants and jacket) will ensure staying dry and comfortable all day. Don't forget sunscreen to top it off!

When can I sign up for lessons? 
You can reserve lessons starting November 15, 2023, only if you have picked up your equipment.  Early season inventory is limited as the mountain has limited terrain. Additional space may be added as terrain continues to open. Lessons will be available for dates starting December 5th. 

Can I upgrade my lesson to a private lesson? 
Yes, you can switch to a private lesson for an additional cost. To do this, call 801-620-1015.

Does the payment plan do a credit check or add fees? How does it work?
No, the payment plan divides your purchase equally into two transactions. It will automatically charge your credit card at the time of purchase and again on July 31st. However, you must pay in full before picking up your equipment for the coming season. 

Lessons will be available to reserve online beginning mid-November. We cannot accept walk-ups. On the day of your lesson, plan on arriving at Snowbasin Resort an hour before your scheduled time to give yourself enough time to check in. The youth lessons begin at 9:30, and adult lessons begin at 10:00am. All lessons end at 3:00pm.

There is plenty of free parking at Snowbasin Resort. Upon arriving, you will be guided to the closest available parking spot. Head to the convenient shuttle that picks up at the entrance/exit of each parking lot at the “Shuttle Stop” sign. The shuttle will drop you off at Earl’s Plaza.

After getting off the shuttle, you will see two buildings, Earl’s Lodge and the Grizzly Center. The building on the right (when you are looking at the mountain) is the Grizzly Center, where the retail shop, rental shop and Learning Center are located. Please check in at the outdoor podium in front of the Learning Center no less than 15 minutes prior to your lesson start time. For Year 1 learners, your pass will be turned on for the day of your lesson only.  It will automatically become your season pass after the completion of your third lesson. Year 2 and 3 learners' passes will be active on the first day of operations.

You will meet your instructor in the Meadow outside the front doors of the Learning Center. You will be in your lesson until 3:00pm. Adult lessons will have a break for lunch, which can be purchased in any of our three lodges. Youth lessons include lunch, which will be served in the Learning Center around 12:00pm. Year 1 lessons will usually start in the Meadow area and then move on to the Grizzly Magic Carpet and the Wildflower Magic Carpet.

Professional instruction is the fastest way to get real enjoyment out of the sport. Your instructor will teach you everything you need to know to start your lifelong passion for skiing or snowboarding. You will learn basic information about your equipment, including how to put it on and take it off, how to carry it and how to walk in it. You will learn how to ride a lift up the hill, how to turn left and right and how to stop. You will also learn about trail signs, the Responsibility Code and Snowbasin’s mountain safety protocols. Avoid the confusion and frustration of trying to teach yourself or having an unqualified friend or family member attempt to teach you, and have a great first experience!

For the average person, it usually takes three lessons to feel comfortable and be able to control your speed on intermediate terrain. Your first lesson helps you learn to keep your balance and get familiar with sliding while staying on your feet. The first lesson is mostly spent in the Meadow next to the Grizzly Center, and on the Grizzly Carpet at the top of the Littlecat Lift. A second lesson makes the transition to intermediate terrain and the third lesson gets you comfortable and confident on intermediate terrain. After these lessons, you will be hooked on your new lifelong sport! Practice your new skills on your own and return for another lesson once you are ready to progress to the next step.