Kids Ski Lessons (5-17 years) - First Timer Package

All children from the age of 5 years who want to try skiing for the first time are welcome to join these kids ski lessons in Cardrona. With our first timer package including lessons, equipment rental and lift passes, they are off to a great start into the world of skiing.

Our experienced ski instructors make sure that your kids learn skiing in a safe and fun way. Our dedicated beginner's area with a kids' conveyor and gentle runs is perfect for practising the basics. As soon as the little ones feel confident on their skis, they can start to explore the rest of Cardrona ski resort.

To ensure the best possible learning outcomes, we hold the kids ski lessons in groups of similar age and of around 8 to 10 participants. For teenagers between 15 and 17 years, child rates apply but they will take part in the adults' lessons.

Kids' Club (up to 14 years)
If you book our Kids' Club, you can drop off your children from 8:30 am and we will take care of picking out the right equipment for them. We will also serve them a hot lunch during the lunch break. On day 2 and 3, the Kids' Club also includes additional afternoon lessons.

Meeting Time
We meet at least 10 minutes before the start of the ski lessons on the snow front at Cardrona Alpine Resort base. Please make sure that the children are ready for the lesson and have all their equipment. For options with Kids' Club, you can drop off your children starting from 8:30 am and we will get them geared up.

Lunch Break
On the first day, there is a lunch break between the 12:20 and 1:00 pm. If you book an option with Kids' Club, we will serve the children lunch and take care of them during the break each day.

Equipment Rental & Lift Pass
You can pick up booked rental equipment and lift pass at one of our shops in Queenstown (37 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300), Wanaka (20 Helwick Street, Wanaka 9305) or directly at the Cardrona Alpine Resort base on the mountain. Please pick it up in the evening before the lesson or in the morning before the lessons.

Course schedule
- Day 1: Morning Lesson (2 hrs) + Afternoon Lesson (2.5 hrs)
- Day 2: Morning or Afternoon Lesson (2 hrs)
- Day 3: Morning or Afternoon Lesson (2 hrs)
- Kids' Club includes an added afternoon lesson on day 2 & 3