Programs and Lessons
"LITTLE COLONEL" PROGRAM
One day Little Colonel reservation
6 week Little Colonel 2024-25
Parents often ask, "When is the best time to start my child skiing?". Experts around the world would agree that children, based on their physical and emotional maturity levels, do best starting between the ages of 4 and 7.
Our "Little Colonel" group lesson program is designed with just those ages in mind. Our Little Colonel instructors specialize in communicating basic skiing skills and safety, while emphasizing the FUN to be had on the mountain. Lessons, lifts, and rentals are available at affordable pricing, and can be arranged as a 6 week program or call 518-692-7337
to reserve a time on a particular day that is convenient for you.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson programs.
Note: For those 8 and up, please look into our SUPERPASS program - it's available for all experience levels, including first-timers.
You will find a description of the SUPERPASS program and the appropriate forms listed farther down this page.
Little Colonel "Day to Day" (Skiers ages 4-7)
We understand that some families have time constraints that prevent them from committing to a full 6 week Little Colonel program. For this reason, we offer a one day 11:30am session on weekends. On holidays & holiday weeks we offer sessions at 9:30am (excluding January 2 & January 3), 11:30am, & 2pm. The price for each session is $62 (including rentals) & $55 (without rentals).
Introduction to skiing or snowboarding for first timers -
Beginner age 8 to Adult
Do you want to learn to ski or snowboard, or maybe just try it out for a day? Skiing and snowboarding are not difficult to learn, but as in most new lifetime activities, starting the correct way can make all the difference. We understand one size does not fit all and we designed our Beginner Lesson Program keeping that in mind and at a reasonable price. This program has everything you will need to go from the first timer to the top of the mountain using our 4 learning center surface lifts. Lessons are available in a discounted package or can be purchased individually. All Beginner Lessons will include an all area lift ticket and rentals, as well as a 1 ½ hour lesson. Don’t stay home and fight the winter. Embrace it and have some fun with us at “New York’s Coolest Little Ski Area” Willard Mountain.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
#1 Introduction to Skiing/Snowboarding: First Timer $70
This 1.5-hour group lesson is designed for those who are new to the sport or returning to the slopes after many years. The lesson will cover how your equipment functions and foundational skills like proper body position, stopping, turning and speed control. Available weekends and holiday weeks. (Learning Areas and lifts used: Small Carpet and Cable tow only. Ticket is not permitted on chairlifts.)
#2 Learning Center Lesson: Skiing/ Snowboarding Beginner Ability $70
This 1.5-hour group lesson is designed for those who would benefit from reviewing the basic fundamentals (proper body position, stopping, turning in both directions, speed control) or improving their skills to confidently and safely explore new terrain in our learning center using our surface lifts. Available weekends and holiday weeks. (Learning areas used: Large Learning Center Carpet, contains 2 carpets, with a midway landing. Ticket is not permitted on chairlifts.)
#3 Learn to Ski or Snowboard Better (description below)
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson programs.
- Adults $97Juniors $87
#3 Learn to Ski/Snowboard Better: *Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced Chairlift
$87 12 years old and under, $97 13 years through adult
Package includes an all-day, all area lift ticket, complete rental package and a 1.5 hour group lesson.
This 1.5-hour group lesson is designed for those who are ready for the chairlift or have already been to the summit. Students will be placed into a group based on prior skiing/snowboarding experience and ability. Our trained instructors will help you improve your technique and develop new skills, allowing the student to revisit or explore all that Willard has to offer. Available weekends and holiday weeks. (Learning Areas used: Chairlift to the top)
*Beginners should already be able to safely and confidently link S turns, perform various turn shapes, control speed through turn size and shape, and be able to follow in a line.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson programs.
SUPERPASS
(Weekday and Weekend Ski and Ride Programs)
Known at Willard as our “Super Pass”, those from 8 – 108+ can take advantage of lift tickets, hour and a half lessons, and / or rentals, that coincide with our Little Colonel lesson and ticket times. This 6-week program is an opportunity for older siblings, parents, grandparents or friends to ski or ride while Little Colonel is in session. Not affiliated with a Little Colonel skier? No problem! This is still the program for you.
Skiers and Riders of all levels are invited to improve their skills with our group lessons. Before and after the 6-week program, your lift ticket is still valid during your time slot, and equipment can be rented during these additional days for just $15. After March 1st, your “Super Pass” will be accepted as a Season Pass for the remainder of the season! (Click on Registration form for dates, times and prices)
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
STAR PROGRAM
The Willard Mountain STAR Program is designed to accommodate skiing families who wish to have their children gain the skills needed to ski most terrain an any ski area. This program, offered to students ages 5 (by December 1st) to 12, is a progressive learning experience that requires the completion of designated tasks before graduating to the next star level. Those in the STAR program are committed to 14 sessions held on Saturdays and Holiday Weeks from 9am-11am and 12pm-2pm. STAR tuition does not include lift tickets.
With fourteen days with 4 / 1 hour lessons per day, you will receive 56 lessons, making your cost just $7.14 per hour lesson!
The STAR student does not have to be a proficient skier to enter the program, but WILL graduate as a highly accomplished skier. Students, meeting the basic requirements listed below, will learn basic skills on intermediate terrain, while our more experienced will master black diamond trails. Students will progress through four STAR levels, Red, Blue, Silver and Gold. Gold star graduates will be prepared to enter our advanced All Mountain program or the Willard Mountain Race program.
Star Student pre-requisites:
• Student must have the ability to ride the chairlift without assistance.
• Student must be able ski a variety of snow conditions.
• Student must have the ability to ski intermediate “Blue” trails.
• Student must have completed Level 6 of the Little Colonel program or higher, completed Level 5 in our six-week program, or demonstrate comparable proficiency.
2024-25 Star Registration Form
ALL MOUNTAIN
The All Mountain Program is a youth skiing adventure developed for the accomplished skier who has graduated the STAR program with their Gold Star or has reached level 7-8 in ski school. Skiers will be taught how to attack steeps, moguls, jumps, park features and glades. This program is taught by a carefully selected staff who have mastered their craft without forgetting how to keep skiing challenging, fun and safe.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
(Click on Registration form for dates, times and prices)
WILLARD MOUNTAIN FREESTYLE TEAM
Click here for the Freestyle Team Registration Form
Click here for 3-day President's Week Freestyle Camp Form
Willard Mountain’s Freestyle has been long known for its excellence in training and is a highly-regarded force in the Northeast’s competitive freestyle circles. If you don’t believe us, ask Bruce Bolesky who often comments about his Willard Mountain Freestyle days. He eventually became a National Amateur Freestyle Champion in 1975 and competed in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. He states, “I can’t give Willard Mountain enough credit for my ability to excel in the sport of skiing. As a young man, I was able to train and compete through Willard Mountain. The coaches were exceptional. The ability to spin the laps and keep training on the lift system allowed tight and well-orchestrated training sessions. The staff and management at Willard made it so easy for me to progress in the sport. Smaller ski areas have bigger hearts!”
Our head Freestyle coach Dan Petteys remains committed to providing the same excellence to young skiers that Bruce experienced during his Willard years. Dan is a Certified USAA Mogul and Aerials Coach. Athletes on the Willard Freestyle team enjoy competing in local events, State and Eastern Regional Championships. Dan has helped coach at Purgatory near Durango, Co. and brings his experience back home to Willard.
This February holiday break, we have the unique experience of allowing skiers to utilize our moguls course on the Colonel the days following the Bolesky Bump Off. Registration form for this "Freestyle Fun Fest" Camp is below.
- Click on Registration form for dates, times and prices.
- Email completed forms to info@willardmountain.com - we will call you for payment information.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
WILLARD MOUNTAIN RACE TEAM
The Willard Mountain Race team has produced very successful skiers over its long racing history, competing in the Southern Vermont Council of Vara against Bromley, Magic Mountain, Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain. Willard Racers are always among the top ranked Section 2 skiers when competing for their High School teams, and many qualify to compete in the in the New York State and Eastern United States Championships.
Not sure if you have what it takes to be an Alpine Racer? Join our Holiday Race Camp and check our website for our Willard Mountain Cup races. You do not need to be a Willard Mountain Race Team member to enter.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
HOLIDAY RACE CAMP
Holiday Race Camp is the perfect opportunity for youth to experience the thrill of running the gates while receiving expert instruction by the Willard Mountain Race Team coaches. Many who have entered race camp have become members of the Willard Mountain Race Team after getting a taste of what racing is all about.
Tuition for race camp includes Lift Privileges, coaching and use of the Willard Mountain Training Center. High School and College Teams are also invited to attend. Single day or full week sessions are available.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
- Click on Registration form for dates, times and prices.
- Email completed forms to info@willardmountain.com - we will call you for payment information.
HOLIDAY WEEK PROGRAM
School may be out, but Willard Mountain’s Ski and Snowboard school is in session during the December and February breaks. No notebooks, no pens or pencils, just specials on lifts, lessons and / or rentals for both Juniors (12 years old and under) and adults. Choose from a 5-day or 3-day program - either are a great opportunity for families and individuals to shake off that Cabin Fever. Programs are available for both full and half day experiences.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
- Click on Registration form for dates, times and prices.
- Email completed forms to info@willardmountain.com - we will call you for payment information.
SEMI PRIVATE LESS ONS
Multi person private lessons are best suited to people with similar abilities. Call 518-531-6406
early in the week to reserve a time slot. Although our representative may not be available when you call, she will return your call in a timely fashion.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Ski and Snowboard Lessons are available by appointment for all ages and ability levels.
You may have never been on skis or a board before, possibly you are ready to attack the moguls. Private lessons are you and an instructor spending time learning on the mountain, maximizing your experience.
Call 518-531-6406
early in the week to reserve a time slot. Although our representative may not be available when you call, she will return your call in a timely fashion.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
GROUP LESSONS
We offer a wide variety of options to learn to ski and snowboard (ages 8 & up). You may be a first timer taking one lesson, someone returning to the sport, or even and advanced skier or boarder looking to sharpen skills. We have a learning program that will meet your calendar and budget.
Join any hour and a half group lesson or sign up for a group lesson any time.
Group lessons are available:
Weekdays:
Tuesday and Wednesday 5pm-6:30pm.
Thursday is *12:30-pm-2pm (*Little Colonel Only), and 5pm-6:30pm.
Friday 10am-11:30am, 12:30pm-2pm, and 5pm-6:30pm.
Weekends and Holidays:
9:30am-11am, 11:30am-1pm, and 2pm-3:30pm
We recommend a private or semi-private lesson for those who feel they will need or desire more individualized instruction.
* We make an extreme effort to communicate all closings and delays, but we do not have the ability to personally contact every skier, snowboarder and snow-tuber. Our home page on www.willardmountain.com will be your very first indication as to any variations from the normal hours of operation and lesson.
CONTACT
Reach us by phone or email any time for questions. We are glad to assist anyone to read, clarify, or fill out a form either in person or via phone.
LOCATION
77 Intervale Road
Greenwich, NY 12834
Office: 518-692-7337
Business Hours
Due to weather hours may vary.
Open early December through late March based on snow conditions.
Hours of Operation
Winter Season normal hours (non-holiday weeks):
- Skiing & Snowboarding
- Tuesday, Wednesday - 4pm-9pm
- Thursday - 12pm-9pm
- Friday - 10am-9pm
- Saturday, Sunday - 9am-5pm
- Closed Monday
- Tubing
- Saturday, Sunday - 10am-6pm
Hours subject to change, always check our homepage for update.
Text "Willard" to (833) 412-0199 to get text message updates on conditions and changes to hours of operation.
