Powderhorn Adventure Sports Training (PHAST)
Affordable Skiing and Snowboarding for Students
For decades, Powderhorn Mountain Resort has partnered with local schools and communities through the Powderhorn Adventure Sports Training (PHAST) program. This program makes skiing and snowboarding more accessible to students while helping them discover a lifelong sport and develop an appreciation for the outdoors. Whether your students are stepping into skis or a snowboard for the first time or already have experience on the mountain, PHAST offers lessons for a variety of ability levels.
Program Guidelines
The PHAST program is available to students ages 8–18, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Groups must have a minimum of 10 students and may choose to participate in either skiing or snowboarding. All Level 1 students who are skiing or snowboarding for the first time must register for a full-day or Early Bird lesson.
Advance registration is required, and reservations must be submitted at least 72 hours before arrival. Availability is limited, and reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lesson Options and Pricing
| Half day Package Includes a 2-hour lesson, rental equipment, and lift ticket. Lessons run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | $69 |
| Early Bird Package Includes a 3-hour lesson, rental equipment, and lift ticket. Lessons run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This option is available for full-day groups that need an earlier start or need to leave early. All students in the school group must register for the Early Bird option. | $79 |
| Full Day Package Includes a 4-hour lesson, rental equipment, and lift ticket. Lessons run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | $89 |
Chaperones
Chaperones must be at least 18 years old and available to assist the group throughout the day. Responsibilities include helping students through the rental shop, ensuring they arrive at their lessons on time, and assisting students who become injured, sick, or are unable to continue participating.
Chaperone tickets and rentals are available only to parents or guardians of participating students. They are not available to siblings, friends, or other family members.
For more details on individual pricing, chaperone rates, and payment, take a look at the document linked below were you will also find be able to fill the reservation form. Once completed, email it to [email protected] so we can get your school group set up for a day on the mountain.