Discover Group Package
Gold Winner — Best Ski Resort for Beginners, 2025 Snomad Ski Resort Awards
At Big White Ski & Board School, our passionate team of Pros is excited to introduce you to the joy of skiing or snowboarding through our Discover Program. With guidance from top-level instructors and access to one of the best beginner areas in the world, you’ll build confidence and skills right from day one.
Our Discover Half Day and Full Day packages make getting started simple, combining your lift pass, equipment rentals, and lesson into one easy bundle. Make your first time fun, safe, and supportive - all in a friendly group setting that encourages progress and enjoyment.
ADULT (13+) PROGRAM INFO
| lesson start time | Duration | Availability | Ski/Snowboard | Ability level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM 10:00am PM 1:00pm |
Half Day: 2 hours Full Day: 2 x 2 hours |
Daily | Ski or Snowboard | 1 - First Timer |
2026-2027 RATES
| STANDARD RATE | ADVANCE ONLINE BOOKING RATE | SAVINGS PER LESSON | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
DISCOVER HALF DAY |
$149 | $134.10 | $14.90 | Online Bookings Coming Soon |
DISCOVER FULL DAY |
$184 | $165.60 | $18.40 | Online Bookings Coming Soon |
| Prices shown are in CAD, do not include tax and are subject to change without notice. | ||||
Inclusions:
- 2-hour (half day) or 2 x 2-hour (full day) group ski or snowboard lesson
- Full day rental equipment
- Beginner Lift Ticket
Details:
- Book in advance online to save 10%
- Learn to ski or ride guarantee: If you're not yet able to stop and change direction by the end of the lesson, you're welcome to come back and try again, at no cost, until you can.
- You must be a true first timer in order to participate in the Discover program
- You are only able to participate in the Discover program once for skiing, and once for snowboarding
- The Next Step lesson package then provides the perfect way to progress new ski and snowboard skills
- Helmets are mandatory for anyone 18 and under participating in a lesson and recommended for all adults.
Ski Ability Levels All Ages
Level 1
You have never skied before, or you are learning to stop using a snowplow. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.
Level 2
You have skied before and can stop comfortably. You are now learning the fundamentals of controlling direction. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.
Level 3
You are comfortable making snowplow turns on the magic carpet and are ready to navigate busier terrain using our novice lift, Plaza Chair. Your lesson takes place on Plaza Chair.
Level 4
You can comfortably follow your instructor’s line and speed on Plaza Chair and are ready to explore green and blue terrain higher on the mountain using a snowplow. You are learning to ski confidently in a parallel stance on green and blue runs.
Level 5
You can ski parallel, in control, on groomed blue runs and are ready to increase your speed in ungroomed terrain. You are learning to adapt to changing snow conditions and terrain as you progress.
Level 6
You can confidently ski ungroomed advanced runs at speed while maintaining a parallel stance. You are learning tactics to confidently approach challenging conditions and terrain throughout the mountain.
Snowboard Ability Levels All Ages
Level 1
You have never snowboarded before, or you are learning to stop and control your speed. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.
Level 2
You have snowboarded before and can stop comfortably. You are learning the fundamentals of controlling direction. Your lesson takes place in the beginner area at Happy Valley.
Level 3
You are comfortable making linked turns on the magic carpet and are ready to navigate busier terrain using our novice lift, Plaza Chair. Your lesson takes place on Plaza Chair.
Level 4
You can comfortably follow your instructor’s line and speed on Plaza Chair and are ready to explore green and blue terrain higher on the mountain. You are looking to build confidence and control on novice and intermediate runs across the mountain.
Level 5
You can link turns with control on groomed blue runs and are ready to increase your speed in ungroomed terrain. You are learning to adapt to changing snow conditions and terrain as you progress.
Level 6
You can confidently ride ungroomed advanced runs at speed while maintaining control. You are learning tactics to confidently approach challenging terrain and conditions throughout the mountain.