January is officially Learn to Ski & Ride Month, and there’s no better place to get started or advance your skills than at Arizona Snowbowl – here’s why!
With 100% of lifts spinning and 77% of trails open across the mountain, guests can learn to ski or progress their skills on beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain, making Snowbowl primed for learning, progression, and winter fun.
Whether you’re clipping in for the very first time or helping the kiddos discover their new favorite winter activity, January is the time to make it happen!
Why January is the Perfect Time to Learn
There’s a reason January is dedicated to learning – it checks all the boxes for first-timers and progressing skiers alike!
- Consistent weather conditions so you can stay focused on learning
- Smooth, soft snow ideal for practicing the basics
- More space midweek to practice without pressure or crowds
Add in wide-open beginner areas and expert instruction, and you’ve got the ultimate learning environment.
100% of Lifts Spinning = Terrain for Every Level
With all of our lifts running daily (weather permitting), Snowbowl offers unmatched access and the Southwest’s largest beginner terrain – perfect for learners and those ready to take the next step.
Beginner Friendly Lifts:
- Hart Prairie
- Aspen Chairlift
- Big Spruce
- Little Spruce
Ready to Progress?
Once you’ve built your base, hop on lifts that access intermediate and advanced terrain:
- Humphrey’s Peak
- Sunset Chairlift
- Grand Canyon Express
- Arizona Gondola
With 77% of trails open and counting, there’s room to learn, explore, and push your skills further with each visit!
Lesson Options Designed to Help You Succeed
Learning is both easier and more fun with the right support. Snowbowl offers lesson options for every age and ability level!
FREE Snow Experience Lessons
Brand-new to skiing or snowboarding? Start here! Enjoy a FREE 2-hour first-time beginner lesson on Big Spruce, included with the purchase of a lift ticket.
Group Lessons
Learn alongside others in a fun, encouraging environment. Group lessons are perfect for building confidence and learning from our expert instructors in a group setting.
Private Lessons
Looking for direct, fast progression? Private lessons offer personalized coaching tailored to your goals.
Adaptive Sports Program
Arizona Snowbowl proudly partners with High Country Adaptive Sports to offer adaptive ski and snowboard lessons for individuals with physical, cognitive, visual, or hearing disabilities. With specialized equipment and certified instructors, this program helps make sliding on snow accessible to everyone.
Learn More, Spend Less
Family Fridays
Learning is better together! Every Friday in January (and through March), families and friends alike enjoy the following from 2 – 5 PM:
- Lift tickets as low as $20
- Rental packages as low as $20
- FREE Tips & Tricks lessons
- Beginner terrain open until 5 PM
Midweek Savings
Beat the weekend rush and save BIG by learning to ski & ride with us midweek! That’s Mondays – Thursdays, weekly through February.*
- 50% off rentals
- 50% off group lessons
*Some blackout dates apply. Learn more.
Safety First: Learn Smart & Ride Confidently
Education goes beyond technique. Snowbowl is hosting on-mountain safety events throughout January to help everyone ski and ride responsibly, with the opportunity to win some awesome prizes!
- Collision Camp – Saturdays – Recite the #RideAnotherDay campaign actions to spin the wheel & win!
- Safety on the Slopes – Sundays – Recite Your Responsibility code to spin the wheel & win!
Events run through January 25 and are a great way to reinforce safe habits while having fun on the snow.
Power Kids Ski FREE!
All kids 12 & younger ski free at Arizona Snowbowl and every Power Pass mountain, all season long, with a Power Kids Pass! No parent purchase required, no blackout dates, and no strings attached.
Make January the Month You Learn Something New
From first turns to confident cruising, Learn to Ski & Ride Month is all about building skills, making memories, and having a safe, fun time doing the thing we love the most. With incredible terrain access, expert instruction, and unbeatable ways to save, there’s never been a better time to start.
