One of the best in the Midwest!
Afton Alps makes it easy and affordable to learn to ski/board, or to improve your ability and have fun doing it all season long! Choose from any of these great programs:
Adult Programs
Youth Ski/Ride Programs
Development Teams
USSA Alpine Club
Youth Holiday Camp
Women's College Programs
Instructor Training
Determine Your Ability
Daily Lesson Rate & Hours
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| | 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm & 6:30pm |
| Group lesson (skiers 6 & up, boarders 7 & up) | $20 per hour |
| Private Lesson (reservations recommended) | $45 per hour |
| Each additional person (private lesson) | $20 per hour |
Daily Complimentary** 1 hour beginner lesson
**Available only with purchase of a full price lift ticket and full price rental package. (Must be 10 years of age and older)
Adult Programs
New for the season!!! Women's College Race Experience
Adult Ladies Skiers Intermediate to Expert skiers (level 4-6) Sundays 2pm-4pm
5 Sunday starting Sunday January 4th
$150 or $320 w/lift ticket option
If you are a lady and would like have and learn how to race or expand your skills join this program. Two of our finest instructors will instruct you in a non intimtading atomsphere where you can go at your own speed and comfort level. The program will work on good edging and turning skills, along with tactics, and versatility in a race course with a twist of fun. Including in the cost will be a week of video analysis and free nastar racing. Come experience the fun and thrill of racing with other ladies.
Adult Masters
Intermediate to Expert Adult Skiers (levels 4-6)
Mondays 7pm-9pm
8 weeks beginning December 8
$125
Adult Masters is for the skier with some experience who is looking to make progress over the course of the winter, or for the more advanced skier who is looking to fine tune what they already know. You will learn to ski better in all conditions, get out of your comfort zone and learn to manage terrain with different turn shapes at different speeds. This is a great program for the skier looking to gear up before making a trip out west. Every instructor who works in the Adult Masters program is PSIA level II certified or higher.
Adult Race
Adult Skiers Intermediate to Expert (levels 4-6)
Sundays 1pm-3pm or Mondays 7pm-9pm
8 weeks beginning December 7 or 8
$135
If you are an intermediate to advanced skier looking for a new challenge on the hill, then racing may be what you are looking for. If you are a Masters, Nastar or League racer and you would like to get more time in the gates, this may also be perfect. If you have never raced before our coaches will teach you beginning tactics and techniques to help you meet your goals. Allow our coaches to help improve your times. Our coaches will give you as much or as little feedback as you would like. Courses will be set based on the needs of the group.
Advanced Race
Adult Skiers Expert with Race Experience
Sundays 9:30am-Noon
6 weeks beginning January 4
$135
Our Advanced Race program is designed for the serious racer who is looking to cut time by learning and practicing new techniques and tactics, as well as continuing to work on what they already know. If Ski Racing is more than just a change of pace, then this program will fit your needs. Meet and network with other racers who take their sport as seriously as you do. There will be opportunities to race in both Slalom and Giant Slalom courses.
Midwest Race League
Register by Nov. 15th to receive early buy discounts.
Now offering Giant Slalom, Slalom, and a new family league. Join a league . . . A great way to meet exciting people who like to have fun. Form a new team or we will put you on a team. Leagues start the week of January 4. Seven weeks of league plus Grand Race Weekend event. For all abilities. Weekly awards and door prizes. Nastar format.
Call for more information 651-436-5245
Ski & Ride Simplified
Good for anyone ages 13+; levels 1-3; to come out 3 seperate evenings after 4:30pm
Lessons offered every night at 5pm or 6:30pm
VALUE: 3 Lifts, 3 rentals, and 3 lessons only $89.95
This is the program to fit the lives and pocket books of everyone, designed for the beginner to advanced beginner skier or rider. When you sign up for Ski and Ride Simplified you receive a swipe card valid for 3 lift tickets (after 4:30pm any day), three Ski or Snowboard rentals and three 1-hour lessons. This allows you the flexibility to come out any three nights of your choice. Upon completion of your three sessions you will also receive a card or coupon book that entitles you to various discounts throughout the ski area. You can register anytime and you can use your card anytime after 4:30pm, any three days during the season you choose (card is valid only for current season). Each card is valid for one person only and is non-transferable (and can only be scanned one time per day).
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Youth Ski/Ride Programs
Mountain Munchkins -
Kids Ages 4 & 5; Beginner
January
Saturdays Jan. 10, 17, 24, & 31
Sundays Jan. 11, 18, 25, & Feb. 1
February
Saturdays Feb. 7, 14, 21, & 28
Sundays 8, 15, 22, & Mar. 1
10am - 12:30pm
Option A: Lift, Rental & Lesson $180
Option B: Lift & Lesson $135
This program is a great way to make little brother or little sister feel included while their older sibling explores the mountain while enrolled in one of our other Mountain programs. Also a four week series program. Mountain Munchkins keeps young children enjoying our winter playground week after week on the surface lifts in the Meadows. Sign up early; space is extremely limited each month due to the low Coach-to-Child ratio.
Must register at least one week in advance.
Mountain Rookies (Pre-registration required call 651-436-5245 x 0)
Kids Ages 4-12 Ski and ages 7-12 Snowboard; Beginner to Intermediate
Single day offered weekends Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays. (Choose an option)
2Hrs (10am-12pm)
Option A: $55 Lift, Rental & Lesson
Option B: $45 Lift & Lesson
Option C: $20 Lesson Only (Season Pass Holders ONLY)
2Hrs (1pm-3pm)
Option A: $55 Lift, Rental & Lesson
Option B: $45 Lift & Lesson
Option C: $20 Lesson Only (Season Pass Holders ONLY)
5Hrs (10am-3pm)
Option A: $80 Lift, Rental & Lesson
Option B: $70 Lift & Lesson
Option C: $40 Lesson Only (Season Pass Holders ONLY)
Mountain Rookies, is for the youth who would like to try skiing or snowboarding for the first time, or for those who have experienced the thrill of sliding around on the snow, and would like to get better and have fun outdoors. Sign up for a one day or sign up for several days, at your child's pace and on your schedule. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required at least one week in advance of the date you desire to schedule. 4 & 5 year old skiers must pay the full program fee. This program is also available with same day pricing; however Afton Alps and the Ski and Ride School reserve the right to limit class sizes to those who have pre-registered. Same day registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and enrollment is not guaranteed.
Same day Pricing is as follows: *(without lift)
2 Hr session only $20
5 Hr. session only $40
*Lift tickets and Rental must be purchased separately, and can be done so at the Ski and Ride School Office in the Meadows.
Mountain Tops
Kids Ages 12 to 15; (Level 6 skiers ONLY)
January
Saturdays Jan. 10, 17, 24, & 31
Sundays Jan. 11, 18, 25, & Feb. 1
February
Saturdays Feb. 7, 14, 21, & 28
Sundays 8, 15, 22, & Mar. 1
10am to 4pm
Option A: Lift, Rental & Lesson $235
Option B: Lift & Lesson $190
Option C: Lesson Only (Season Pass Holders ONLY) $145
Going beyond Mountain Explorers will provide students with the opportunity to experience the park, a race course, bumps, steeper terrain, and even take a look at skiing instruction. You must be a level 6 skier in order to qualify for this class. There will be a short evaluation process on the first day. Class is offered in four week sessions and includes lifts.
Must register at least one week in advance.
No make-ups on missed classes.
Mighty Midwest Snowboard Camp
$150 (season pass holders)
$200 (non-pass holders)
Contact:
Nick Terry - Afton Alps
6600 Peller Ave S.
Hasting, MN 55033
651.436.2542 x267
1.800.328.1328 x267
Nick.Terry@aftonalps.com
MIGHTY MIDWEST SNOWBOARD CAMP TOUR 2008/2009
The most fun you’ve ever had!-
Pat Milbery, Erich Dummer and a crew of their friends who call the Midwest home are coming back to spread the love, personality and passion that drives the snowboarding community today. This three stop tour streaks the Midwest
INFO_ Mighty Midwest Snowboard Camp is hitting Afton Alps, Minnesota, Tyrol Basin, Wisconsin and Raggin Buffalo, Illinois for the third straight year. Building steam and coming in hot PAT MILBERY a slew of his FRIENDS/PROS along with SIMS rider ERICH DUMMER are gliding through the Mighty Midwest for year three of the MIGHTY MIDWEST SNOWBOARD CAMP. The camp includes two days of riding, competing, hanging out and interacting with pro riders from the Midwest and THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS more PRIZE GIVEAWAYS than your mom’s purse. Its two days of Progression Sessions, Jib Contests, Big Air, Slashing Tubers and having fun with your friends. Show and See IMPROVE!
PROGRESSION = Friends + Snowboarding + Fun + Creativity
EVENT SCHEDULE - Register for each stop on-line
AFTON ALPS – Dec 27th & 28th
www.AFTONALPS.com
1.800.328.1328
TYROL BASIN – Dec 30th & 31
www.tyrolbasin.com
608-437-4135
RAGING BUFFALO – Jan 3rd & 4th
www.ragingbuffalo.com
(847) 836-7243
Sponsors Include:
Red Bull - Skull Candy – Zumies - LRG - Ink Monster - Spacecraft - Flux Bindings – Sims - Thirty Two Snowboard Boots - Capix Helmets - So..Gnar - Pow Gloves - Von Zipper - Camp of Champions – SnowboardMAG
Mountain Explorers
Kids Ages: 6-15 (Ski) & 7-15 (Snowboard); Beginner to intermediate
Saturdays & Sundays Dec-Mar.
NEW Weeknight sessions available Tuesdays and Thursdays in Jan & Feb
Mountain Explorers is perfect for the family who would like to participate in the Ski & Ride School for a month at a time. It is also perfect for the Mountain Rookie who is looking to take the next step as a young skier or rider. Mountain Explorers is a series program which gives kids the opportunity to explore the mountain with the same group every week, while continuing to work on the fundamentals of good skiing and riding.
Must register at least one week in advance.
No make-ups for missed classes.
Option A: Includes Lift, Rental & Lesson
Option B: Includes Lift & Lesson
Option C: Includes Lesson only (Season Pass holders only)
| Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
| (3 Week) Dec 6, 13, 20 | (3 Week) Dec 7, 14, 21
| (4 WeeK) Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 |
Saturday
1:30pm-4pm | Sunday
1:30pm-4pm | Tuesday
5pm - 7:30pm
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| Option A $165 | Option A $165 | Option A $195 |
| Option B $135 | Option B $135 | Option B $160 |
| Option C $100 | Option C $100 | Option C $125 |
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| Session 4 | Session 5 | Session 6 |
(4 Week) Jan 18, 15, 22, 29
| (4 Week) Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
| (4 Week) Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
|
Thursday
5pm - 7:30pm | Saturday
10am-12:30pm | Saturday
1:30pm-4pm |
| Option A $195 | Option A $215 | Option A $215 |
| Option B $160 | Option B $170 | Option B $170 |
| Option C $125 | Option C $125 | Option C $125 |
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| Session 7 | Session 8 | Session 9 |
(4 Week) Jan 11, 18, 25 & Feb 1
| (4 Week) Jan 11, 18, 25 & Feb 1 | (4 Week) Feb 3, 10, 17 & 24 |
Sunday
10am-12:30pm | Sunday
1:30pm-4pm | Tuesday
5pm - 7:30pm
|
| Option A $215 | Option A $215 | Option A $195 |
| Option B $170 | Option B $170 | Option B $160 |
| Option C $125 | Option C $125 | Option C $125 |
| |
| Session 10 | Session 11 | Session 12 |
(4 Week) Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
| (4 Week) Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
| (4 Week) Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 |
Thursday
5pm - 7:30pm | Saturday
10am-12:30pm | Saturday
1:30pm-4pm |
| Option A $195 | Option A $215 | Option A $215 |
| Option B $160 | Option B $170 | Option B $170 |
| Option C $125 | Option C $125 | Option C $125 |
| Session 13 | Session 14 | Session 15 | Session 16
|
February
8, 15, 22
March 1
| (4 Week)
February
8, 15, 22
March 1 | (3 Week)
March
7, 14, 21
| (3 Week)
March
8, 15, 22
|
Sunday
10am - 12:30pm
| Sunday
1:30pm - 4pm | Saturday
10am - 12:30pm
| Sunday
10am - 12:30pm
|
Option A $215
| Option A $215 | Option A $165
| Option A $165 |
Option B $170
| Option B $170 | Option B $135
| Option B $135
|
| Option C $125 | Option C $125 | Option C $100 | Option C $100 |
| Purchase December Sessions: | |
| Purchase January Sessions: | |
| Purchase February Sessions: | |
| Purchase March Sessions: | |
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Development Teams
Afton's introductory competition program focuses on fun first and consists of practices and four events against other local ski or snowboard areas. Participants are required to purchase lift tickets at other ski and snowboard resorts. Transportation is not provided to races or competitions. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket is required and we encourage the season pass with this program
Click here for the Alpine Development Team website
Mountain D-Teams - ALPINE
Open to Intermediate to Advanced skiers ages 6-18.
Saturdays 10am-3pm OR Sundays 12pm-4pm
$295 Ten weeks beginning Sat, Dec 6 or Sun, Dec 7
$370 Sat & Tues pm OR Sun & Tues pm
(Tuesday PM practice option at an additional charge.)
This race program for kids is designed to be a fun way to learn what it takes to be an alpine ski racer. It is also a great way for kids already involved in other race programs to get more gate time and coaching. Kids have the opportunity to take their solid skiing skills to a new level. Kids will learn race techniques and tactics and build upon the skills they already have in an environment that promotes making ski racing fun. Participants should have strong skiing skills, but no race experience is necessary. The Alpine Mountain D-Team competes against other local areas 4 times per season.*
*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.
Mountain D-Teams - ALPINE FREESTYLE
Open to Intermediate to Advanced skiers ages 8-18.
Sundays 1pm to 3:30pm and Thursdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm
10 weeks beginning Dec 7th $295
A program for skiers who feel that they need something above and beyond what our regular lesson programs have to offer. The Freestyle D-Team offers kids the chance to experience as many of our terrain park features as their skills will allow. It's also a great program for kids who already explore the terrain parks, but are looking to get better and hit features more safely. The Freestyle Mountain D- Team competes against other local areas four times a season. Each participant must have strong skiing skills, however no park experience is necessary. Twin Tip Skis are highly recommended because participants may wish to ride "switch".*
*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.
Mountain D-Teams - SNOWBOARD
Open to Intermediate to Advanced riders ages 8 - 18.
Sundays 1pm to 3:30pm and Thursdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm
10 weeks beginning Dec 7th $295
This program is for the snowboarder who wants to ride the terrain park in a safe, fun group environment. Our coaches will show younger riders, or riders new to the park, the proper way to ride and land in the terrain park. Older or more experienced park riders will benefit from coaches teaching them new tricks, new approaches to the same tricks or better lines to take on multiple features. We offer something for everyone who wants get better in the park. The Snowboard Mountain D-Team competes against other local areas four times a season. Each participant must have strong riding skills, but no park experience is necessary.*
*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.
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Click here for an explanation of the USSA plans :
USSA Alpine Club
Creating Ski Racers
Ages 8-18
Download Team Afton Brochure (pdf file)
Click here to visit Team Afton USSA
Team Afton loves ski racing. Ski racing teaches valuable lessons in a
unique way. Our mission is to help you succeed, whether you are a
beginning racer, a high school racer or an international competitor. We
provide a comprehensive program designed to help athletes of all abilities
achieve their racing goals. Our staff is one of the most highly certi-
fied in the Midwest. Head Coach Tony Olin is internationally certified;
(400). Tony Olin was awarded, 2007 Outstanding Coach – US Ski Association
Central Division. Team Afton has produced 5 US Ski Team
members, most recently Tague Thorson and Jake Lund. Many started
out as D-team members. Team Afton gets results-qualifying many of its
members to annual Jr. Olympics and Nationals competitions.
For the ski racer that wants to take it to the next level. A United States
Ski Association Racing Program (USSA). Call USSA 651-436-7652 or
for a brochure call 651-436-5245.
For more information visit: www.teamafton.com
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Youth Holiday Camp
Join us for two camps of fun over your holiday break!
Open to Skiers Ages 6-17 Snowboarders Ages 7-17
Ability Levels 3-6
Classes from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm:
CAMP 1: Dec 22 & 23
CAMP 2: Dec 29 & 30
Cost: $55 or $100 with Lift Ticket Option.
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Women's College Programs
New for the season!!! Women's College Race Experience
Adult Ladies Skiers Intermediate to Expert skiers (level 4-6)
Sundays 2pm-4pm
5 Sunday starting Sunday January 4th
$150 or $320 w/lift ticket option
If you are a lady and would like have and learn how to race or expand your skills join this program. Two of our finest instructors will instruct you in a non intimtading atomsphere where you can go at your own speed and comfort level. The program will work on good edging and turning skills, along with tactics, and versatility in a race course with a twist of fun. Including in the cost will be a week of video analysis and free nastar racing. Come experience the fun and thrill of racing with other ladies.
Women's College -
Open to Adult Women Skiers (All Levels)
Thursdays 10am-1pm or Sundays 10am-1pm
5 weeks beginning Sunday, January 4 or Thursday, January 8
The January 4 & 8 session will have extended hours: 9:30am-1:30pm
We encourage the Thursday program participants to purchase the Midweek Season Pass.
$125 program fee or $295 with Sunday lift ticket option
Arouse your enthusiasm for skiing this winter with our 5-week program for women. This unique program is for all skill levels including beginners who wish to learn the basics of skiing. Whether you are an intermediate, a skier looking to improve skills and build confidence, or are experienced and eager for the challenge of a black diamond run or the dynamics of a racecourse, we can provide the opportunity you are looking for. Join us for 5 weeks of fun and develop lasting relationships with like-minded women.
Registration is limited - you must register two weeks (by December 22nd) in advance.
Women's College - Snowboard
Open to Adult Women Snowboarders (All Levels)
5 weeks beginning Sunday, January 4
The January 4 session will have extended hours:
9:30am-1:30pm
$125 program fee or $295 with Sunday lift ticket option
If you are a woman who is looking to learn to snowboard, or you already ride, you can build your confidence, learn new skills and have a great time in our Women’s College Snowboard Program. We have lots of women come and train with us each winter at all ability levels. Afton Alps makes sure you have the opportunity to ride with friendly female coaches
and receive the individual attention you deserve in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you have never been on a snowboard before or you wish to take on more challenging terrain, join us to see why women drive from all over the region to be a part of the Women’s College Snowboard Program.
Registration is limited - you must register two weeks (by December 22nd) in advance.
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Instructor Training (Adult & Junior) - Registration Form
LEARN TO TEACH SKIING & SNOWBOARDING
Apprentice Instructors Training
Experience the thrill of taking someone who has never skied or snowboarded to a place they never thought imaginable! Watch as the person you are teaching excels at a new sport! Come join the best Ski and Ride School staff the Midwest has to offer. Come to a two day, two night audition. Our clinicians will evaluate your skiing or riding as well as your teaching. No experience necessary. Upon completion of the four days, a hiring recommendation will be made.
Informational meeting Sunday Oct 26 @ 10am
Clinic Dates: Tues, Dec 2 from 6pm-9pm
Thurs, Dec 4 from 6pm-9pm
Sat, Dec 6 and Sun, Dec 7 from 8am-1:30pm
No program fee. Registration required.
Junior Apprentice Instructor Training
Are you a Jr. looking for a great way to make some money while you’re in
school, or looking for a first job? The Ski and Ride School of Afton Alps
hires Jr. Instructors ages 14-17 to teach skiing and snowboarding in our
kids programs. The Jr. Instructor Training Program is designed to teach
would be Jr. Instructors the fundamentals of teaching, while at the same
time help you make progress in your own skiing or riding. This is a four
day program which includes ongoing evaluations followed by a hiring
recommendation.
Saturday and Sunday Dec 13, 14, 20 and 21 from 9am-3pm
$85 program fee (includes lift tickets)
The program fee will be applied towards the purchase of a uniform jacket if you are hired.
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Determine Your Ability
Level 1 Skiing & Snowboarding
Lets Get Started! We will show you the basics of skiing or snowboarding. Balance while in motion and learning to move around and stop.
Level 2 Skiing & Snowboarding
Learn to turn! Turns are introduced and you will learn to control your speed using the shape of the turn. Now you are ready to use the conveyor and explore green terrain.
Level 3 Skiing & Snowboarding
Linking Turns! You will learn how to use both feet & legs to link turns together and explore different turn shapes. Riding the chair lift opens new terrain possibilities to you at Afton Alps.
Level 4
Skiing - We will begin to explore some of the Blue runs. You are a more confident and comfortable skier who is beginning to match your skis parallel.
Snowboarding - You are a more confident and comfortable rider who is beginning to explore some of the blue runs. You are beginning to carve your turns & trying some basic tricks.
Level 5
Skiing - You are exploring more challenging blue terrain. Your parallel turns are improving and you are using more dynamic movements.
Snowboarding - You are a more dynamic rider on blue terrain who is carving more than skidding. Your surface tricks are improving & you are beginning to get more air.
Level 6 Skiing & Snowboarding
Experience what Afton has to offer: bumps, carving, racing or the terrain park. We will challenge your skills, giving you the ability to experience the thrill of skiing and snowboarding.
