it all starts here!
The Hart Snow School has been independently owned and operated by instructors since 1986. Changing ownership in 2017 to our current snow school director. Our team of instructors offer group lessons, private coaching and special camps for all ages to learn and improve the skills of skiing and snowboarding. Our fun and relaxed atmosphere, along with the amazing venue of the Hart Ski Hill, gives you the ideal environment to excel on the mountain.
We operate at The Hart Highlands Winter Club in Prince George, BC. This unique not for profit hill offers the perfect terrain to hone your skills on one plank or two. The hill has three lifts, perfectly groomed terrain and the right slope for learning all levels of riding, from linking your first turns to landing a new trick.
Come ride with us!
FIND YOUR EDGE WITH US
PRIVATE LESSONS
Ages 3 - Adult
All Abilities, Beginner - Advanced / Freestyle
Build Confidence. Progress Faster. Learn Your Way.
Whether you're brand new, need a refresher, or want to ride more efficiently, private lessons are the fastest way to improve.
Our certified CASI (snowboard) and CSIA (ski) instructors customize every lesson to your goals while using the QuickRide and Skier Development systems to give you the strongest technical foundation.
Why Choose A Private Lesson?
Learn at your own pace
One-on-one attention from certified instructors
Ideal for beginners wanting strong fundamentals
Perfect for intermediate/advanced riders looking to improve:
Carving
Freeride / freestyle skills
Efficiency, control & technique
General skill refreshers
Recommended: ~4 hours total for complete beginner fundamentals.
Bring A Friend (Ages 7+)
Private doesn’t have to mean solo!
Add up to 2 additional students (ages 7+) for $10 per extra person.
Students ages 6 and under must be one-on-one.
Lesson Schedule
Monday – Friday
4:00pm • 5:15pm • 6:30pm • 7:45pm
Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Breaks
10:15am • 11:30am • 12:45pm • 2:00pm
Lessons run December through March (weather permitting).
Cost (Per Hour + Tax)
1 Student: $55
2 Students: $65
3 Students: $75
Helmets are mandatory.
Rentals and/or lift passes: $15 each
A lift pass is required for all students.
Parent Note
For the best learning experience, if students have more than a 2-year age difference or a significant skill gap, separate 1-on-1 lessons are recommended.
Otherwise, instruction will be tailored to the younger or less experienced student.
GROUP LESSONS
Age 6 - Adult: SKI
Age 7 - Adult: SNOWBOARD
Ability: Beginner / Never ever
Beginner Ski Class
Ages: 6 – Adult
Minimum Age: 6 years old
To ensure all participants get the most out of their lesson, children must be comfortable taking instruction in a group setting, away from a parent, and able to interact appropriately with peers.
This program is designed to give first-time skiers of all ages a fun, safe, and encouraging learning experience. Learn to pizza and french fry your way down the slopes with a professionally certified instructor. This course provides 8 full hours of instruction over 4 sessions.
Schedule
Holiday / Spring Break:
Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Regular Season:
Monday – Thursday:
Option 1: 4:00–6:00 PM → Usually younger skiers (open to all ages)
Option 2: 6:30–8:30 PM → Older kids, teens & adults (younger skiers are welcome)
Includes:
4 sessions (Monday – Thursday)
2-hour lessons per session
Lift passes for 4 days
Rental equipment (or bring your own)
Cost: $152.38 + tax
Parent Note: Group settings require some age-appropriate social and dynamic skills. If your child has social anxiety, learning differences, or physical limitations, consider private lessons as an alternative.
Beginner Snowboard Class
Ages: 7 – Adult
This 4-night class will take you from zero to shredder in no time using the Quickride system. Learn at your own pace by building your own progression with the help of a qualified instructor.
Schedule
Holiday / Spring Break:
Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Regular Season:
Monday – Thursday:
Option 1: 4:00–6:00 PM → Usually younger skiers (open to all ages)
Option 2: 6:30–8:30 PM → Older kids, teens & adults (younger skiers are welcome)
Includes:
4 sessions (Monday – Thursday)
2-hour lessons per session
Lift passes for 4 days
Rental equipment (or bring your own)
Cost: $152.38 + tax
Parent Note: Group settings require some age-appropriate social and dynamic skills. If your child has social anxiety, learning differences, or physical limitations, consider private lessons as an alternative.
INTERMEDIATE
GROUP LESSONS
Ages: 8 - Adult
Ability: Intermediate (not for Beginners)
Join our highly trained instructors that help correct technique and teach advanced skills. This 3 night lesson is designed for anyone who has completed our 4 night beginner class, or anyone that wants to ride Blue and Black runs more efficiently.
Skiers will become proficient with:
Basic parallel turns with good separation
Proper edge control
Proper use of poles
Snowboarders will cover the 3 core competencies:
Having a centred and mobile stance
Being able to turn with the lower body
Have balance over the working edge
Must be able to control speed, preferably on both edges, link turns and must be able to use the lift.
Schedule
Regular Season:
Tuesday – Thursday:
Option 1: Last week of Janury, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Option 2: Last week of February, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Option 3: First week of Spring Break, 10:00am-12:00pm
Includes:
3 nights (Tuesday-Thursday)
2 hour lessons per night
Lift passes for 3 evenings
Level 2+ Certified instructor
Rental equipment NOT included
*Helmets are mandatory
Cost:$152.38 + Tax.
parent and tot program
Age: 2.5 - 5 + Parent
Ability: Beginner (child) / Intermediate (adult)
Parent and Tot Learn to Ski Program
This 4 day program is designed for the Parent or Guardian who wants to have their youngster experience our wonderful sport at an early age. Children 32 months of age and up are welcome with their Parent or Guardian participating/skiing throughout the program.
Each child is different and will have more or less physical capacity and our experience suggests that 32 months is typically the stage where the child has sufficient dexterity to be able to enjoy the sliding experience and start to control speed and direction.
Class size will be 6 Children or fewer with each child having a participating Parent or Guardian. Children must have appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Classes on days where the temperature is too cold will be rescheduled at a future date to ensure that the child has the best possible learning experience.
Classes are scheduled sporadically throughout the season
Class days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the evenings
Includes:
*4 nights (Monday-Thurs) on select weeks (Parent-only on the first night)
1.5 hour lessons per night (parent only on first night)
Lift passes
Certified Level 2 instructor
Rental equipment for child and parent if you don’t have your own
Cost: $152.38 + Tax.
The participating Parent should ski at an intermediate level. This would be defined as being able to comfortably ski on a groomed blue run in complete control. It is not required that the Parent have perfect form but control is required. Be aware that on the first day our Instructor will teach you how to ski backwards in a controlled, slow decent. While this may seem intimidating our experience is that with some practice (30 minutes) it is an easy skill to develop.
NEW* Parent and tot snowboard program *NEW
RIDE CAMPS & SPECIAL CLASSES
all ages, something for everyone
All Abilities, Beginner - Advanced / Freestyle
Dates vary, click below for details
The Hart Snow School offers a number of RIDE CAMPS and special events including
Spring break camps (snow dependant)
Prices vary with each camp, view individual lesson for details.
*Helmets are mandatory
How does it work?
LESSONS MUST BE PRE BOOKED, NO DROP INS
Arrive early, get your gear on, and learn to ride!
Choose from one of our many options that fit your needs. We offer group lessons and private lesson. The most popular being our 4 night beginner program. This is a group lesson where students are put in groups of 8 students per class and go from zero to hero in 4 evening sessions. We also offer intermediate group lesson on the last week of each month.
If you're looking for something a bit more focused on you, try a private lesson! with a private lesson the instructor can focus on you and get you that extra help you might need. An excellent option if your schedule doesn’t allow for you to make the evening group lessons or your child is not old enough for the group lessons.
We also offer an assortment of Ride Camps and other specialty programs. Freestyle camps, Parent and ToT programs, Ladies camps and instructor training.
Gear and clothing:
Rentals include: Skis or board, bindings, Boots and helmet. (Goggles are not included)
Group Lessons: If you are bringing your own equipment to group lessons please arrive 20-40min early. Please leave your equipment outside and Check-in in the rental shop.
Private Lessons: If bringing your own equipment to a private lesson simply meet at the “Lessons Meet Here” sign at the time of your lesson.
HELMETS ARE MANDATORY for all programs! Helmets are included with rentals and they cover your ears. bring a toque to keep in your pocket.
Check the weather! Be prepared to spend a few hours in anything from sub-zero temperatures to warm and sunny. Dressing in layers is key. Cotton is for summer; not for winter sports, we recommend wearing an athletic type of first layer to wick away moisture from sweat. Gloves and snow pants are required.
Cancellations and Refunds
Hart Snow School has the right, for justified reasons, to cancel any scheduled course without prior notice, and will not be held responsible for any expenses incurred by the participant. Course fees will be refunded at 100%
Refund Policy:
Refunds and transfers must be requested in writing via email.
Cancel with more than 3 days notice - full refund.
Cancel with less than 3 days notice - 70% refund.
Cancel or no-show with less than 24 hours - 0% refund.
Transfers will be charged a $25 transfer fee for changing dates/classes once booked.
