JUST FOR KIDS
Where confidence begins

At Mount Southington, kids discover more than skiing and snowboarding—they build confidence, independence, and a love for the outdoors. Every lesson is designed to help children learn new skills, make new friends, and enjoy every moment on the mountain with our experienced, certified instructors.

 

Our youngest participants start in the protected Glacier Learning Area, featuring a conveyor lift and handle tow designed for first-time skiers and riders. As their skills grow, they progress to beginner terrain, terrain parks, race programs, and trails across the mountain—gaining confidence with every run.

 

Whether your child is joining us for a single day or an entire season, our daily lessons and multi-week programs provide the perfect path to a lifetime of skiing and snowboarding.

Explore our Kids Programs below.

AGES: 3-6
SNOW PLAY (FRIDAYS ONLY)

Snow Play is an introduction to snow sports for children age 3 to 6. It takes place in our Glacier Learning Area.

 

AGES: 4-9
WEEKEND & HOLIDAY LESSONS

Our popular group lessons for our youngest skiers are offered in 1-hour and 2-hour sessions. First timers start in our dedicated Glacier Learning Area and move to the Beginner Area and beyond as they advance.

AGES: 4-8
SNOWBALL PARK - WEEKEND & HOLIDAY LESSONS

Our popular group lessons for our youngest riders are offered in 1 - hour lesson. First timers start in our dedicated Snowball Park in the Glacier Learning Area and move to the Beginner Area and beyond as they advance.

AGES: GRADES 1-3
LITTLE TYKES SKI CLUB

Fun and instructional 3-week program offered Wednesday or Thursday afternoons and a 4-week program offered on Monday afternoons.

AGES: GRADES 4 & 5
SNOW SQUAD

Fun and instructional 3-week program offered Tuesday afternoons.

AGES: 6-14
WILDTHINGS

Our popular multi-week weekend program provides instruction, challenge, and loads of fun for young skiers and riders who are comfortable on the lifts and slopes. 4 week options available Saturdays and Sundays.  Participants must be able to load, ride, and unload the chairlift independently. 
 

 

AGES: GRADES 4, 5, 6
SHRED SQUAD

Fun and instructional 3-week program offered Tuesday afternoons. This is a very introductory program for learning basics on riding in the Terrain Park.

AGES: 6-16
INTRO TO FREESKIING

8-week program for skiers who wish to explore freeskiing, a type of alpine skiing involving tricks and terrain park features. Students learn and grow together, and get a taste of competition. The session runs on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-12:00pm in January and February.  Participants must be able to load, ride, and unload the chairlift independently. 
 

AGES: 6-16
INTRO TO FREE RIDE

This 8-week program for snowboarders builds skills, confidence, and friendships in the terrain park! The session runs on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-12:00pm in January and February.  Participants must be able to load, ride, and unload the chairlift independently. 

AGES: 6-16
INTRO TO ALPINE SKI RACING

8-week program for skiers who wish to explore the competitive side of racing. Sessions run on Saturday or Sunday mornings from 10:00am-1:00pm.  Participants must be able to load, ride, and unload the chairlift independently.  
 

SEASONAL RENTALS

Seasonal rentals are a great option for families that do not want to buy new equipment every time their child grows, yet relish the convenience of coming and going with their own gear! Come in and purchase before October 31st and enjoy two free 8-hour-Flex tickets and free tune ups all season to be used during the 2026/2027 season.

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