We booked with this school for adult ski lessons. Our instructor was awful. He did not introduce…read morehimself or bother to learn our names or faces. When it came time to practice skiing, I was struggling to move, and he left me to figure it out. When I got to the area he was at with the rest of the group, I asked him to catch me up, and he said just to watch the others. Even after practicing and watching him help others, he still would not help me. I sat to the side, frustrated, and he never checked on me once. I was able to get a refund from the school. The reason I give 3 stars is that this school has very kind instructors who helped me when my fiancé was teaching me. It was not a one-off experience because my friend, who was in the ski lessons with me, was also told to just learn by watching others. If we are paying $150, our instructor should be more hands-on. I saw he was being monitored after my complaint, but he still treated the students the same.

Don't waste your money if you are a beginner! Paid for half day beginner lesson for my son, who…read moretravelled to ski for the first time. He was not placed in the beginner's group, could not keep up, and was denied moving to the beginner's group when he caught up with the instructor.

Had an absolute blast renting the ski bike!! Allen gave an awesome lesson and was very personable…read moreand easy going. Had the group of us riding through the trees, carving and shredding by the 3rd run. He was willing to go slow but also let us have reign if we wanted to get more involved/technical with the bikes. Gave awesome advice and instruction. I love snowboarding, i can't express that enough but these sno bikes are right up there as well. I seriously didn't want to give it up at the end of the day. I have never written a yelp review or usually care enough to but Allen killed it and most definitely deserves it...highly recommend!!!

Allen was amazing! Super knowledgeable and a great teacher/guide. The bikes were amazing and way…read moremore fun than we could have imagined. All in all well worth it and an experience we won't forget.

I was in Breck for a work trip and had the option to choose one of several activities, and I picked…read morethe snowcat ride because I had never been on one before and wanted to try something new. Our group ran a little late and I ended up being the only person who showed up, and the staff could not have been more patient or accommodating about it. I was fortunate enough to get what essentially felt like a private ride, which made the whole experience feel very personal. They give you a walkie talkie so they can share updates and explain what you're looking at along the way, which I really appreciated because it made the ride feel intentional and educational rather than just scenic transportation. The snowcat itself is super comfortable and cozy. There are seat belts, thick blankets in the seating area, and the heat kicks on so you are warm the whole time. The cabin has large glass panels on all sides, so you can see the forest, the mountains, and the groomed trails without being exposed to the cold. The ride is very gentle and smooth, and they move at a reasonable pace while being thoughtful about cross country skiers on the trail, stopping when needed to let people pass. I found myself completely mesmerized watching the grooming attachment in front reshape the snow and lay down those perfectly clean parallel ski tracks. We stopped at a historic cabin that had been relocated and rebuilt years ago, and it was cozy inside with a guest book and bits of history to read. I ended up wanting to get back into the snowcat fairly quickly because it was so warm and comfortable in there, and the views from inside were amazing. It was quiet, beautiful, and surprisingly peaceful, and I came away with some great photos on my film camera and a super memorable first snowcat experience.

Most people come to Breckenridge in the winter to hit the slope. But if you're afraid of downhill…read moreactivities like me, you'll find great alternatives at the Nordic Center! A day pass is $30, which is a little pricey but ultimately worth it. You can rent snowshoes or Nordic skis for a similar price. My friends and I came here for snowshoeing and had a great time! They have a map which clearly marks the skiing and snowshoeing trails along with their level of difficulty. We did the willow (easy) snowshoeing trail which took about 40 minutes and offered beautiful views, a route under the gondolas and being in the trees with lots of cute squirrels. We left for breakfast and ended up taking the snowshoes on a different trail in town before returning them. The Nordic center is a great place to access fun winter activities in Breckenridge and worth checking out if you're in town!

"Excellent! Great group of gals and SO MUCH FUN!! The Canadian Mountain Guides that work with…read moreBackcountry Babes are the best. I would go anywhere with them. The food was a 10 out of 10, and the facilities at Powder Creek Lodge are perfect. Womens' trips are so supportive and empowering. It's a different dynamic that I just love, and a unique experience. To a friend who was thinking about coming on a Backcountry Babes trip, I would say they are so fun and well-organized." -Mimi S and Lauren S, Denver CO

I took my AIARE level 1 class with backcountry babes this winter and LOVED it. The class was very…read moreinformative with classroom time and time out on the skins. Loved the instructors and everyone in the class had a great time! Would recommend backcountry babes to anyone.

On our first-ever snowboarding trip, my boyfriend and I took lessons at keystone because their…read moremagic carpet was large. Worth every penny! Our instructor Dan was phenomenal at teaching us how to snowboard. He picked up on our differences while learning and showed us how to improve. I enjoyed his lesson so much that I went back another day for a half-day class in which we had the opportunity to go on a chair lift and down a steeper slope with him and practice our turns. By the afternoon, my boyfriend and I managed to do the green run, named endeavor, confidently, thanks to Dan.

Corporate greed has ruined this ski resort. Prices for Everything are astronomical. From lift…read moretickets to food, most can't afford. But as usual, the CEO is probably laughing all the way to his private yacht.

We found this location thanks to a couple youtubers vlogging about their experience…read more Parking is verrrry limited, but they get you in an out pretty quickly. A bit intimidating when you first walk in; generally someone will approach you to ask what you are looking for. We can to rent skis and snowboarding gear for our first go at the sport. You fill out a questionnaire then get escorted to find a helmet then the boot station. I initially went with skis, unfortunately it seemed like no one there was knowledgeable in skiing to give me pointers or to teach me how to get in n out of the skis. A key factor in my foreseeable future. My Fiancé went with snowboarding and said they went into great detail with him about riding and making sure he was comfortable getting in and out his board. One great perk they offer is unlimited swap outs. So I was able to change to snowboarding when skiing wasn't working out as easily as I hoped. They rent everything except goggles so keep that in mind or buy some from amazon. Otherwise, you'll be sending like $40+ on a one time use Note: Ski Boots are horrrribly uncomfortable.

This is my GO TO rental spot. The parking is not large so if we are withing walking distance we…read morejust walk or else have someone drop off and circle back. The rentals are great; prices are the fairest I have found and the allow online booking so it saves time. They are also quick if something does not work out and you need to swap... boots or a snowboard length, etc. The best part is that the info is stored in the system so when we return the following trip it makes online reservations even easier!!!

I felt one w nature. It's so majestic. 17 km of cross country ski. We only did about a mile. The…read morefresh snow is so amazing. It was my first time cross country skiing. The beauty of the mountains surrounding is something to see. The staff is so accommodating. Very reasonable price. Perfect way to sure a few hours. It's so beautiful the pictures doesn't do justice.

The service and the people were fantastic and very polite! They were very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. The food was delicious and reasonably priced and those folks were very considerate. I witnessed someone get first hand customer service while renting skis to skin in for the first time. Additionally I witnessed customer service from the moment we walked in, cross country skied, indulged in bison chili and even after we returned our rentals! It was a fantastic experience. Also they gave a great selection of Nordic gear to rent and buy.

Ryan and Mike were amazing. They were professional, patient, and incredibly helpful. They took the…read moretime to get me, my kids, and their grandma set up with the best advice and gear. So many people came in and they were on top of getting everyone situated! Great experience from start to finish highly recommend!

extreme unprofessional staff. The person who "helped me out" was very creepy and stared at me while…read moreI was in the store and after I left. when I asked questions the employees didn't seem to know what they were talking about. Also, the clothing they offered was very over priced

We've had such a positive experience with Vail Ski & Snowboard School. We've trusted both of our…read morekids with their instruction, and every time the instructors have been incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging. It's clear they know how to make kids feel comfortable while also helping them build skills and confidence on the mountain. Every year we put them in atleast one lesson so they remember the basics. The entire process is also very easy to navigate, which makes a huge difference. Especially on that first day when things can feel a little hectic. From check-in to getting them settled, everything runs smoothly and takes away any stress. Another big plus is the pick-up and drop-off location. It's centrally located on the mountain, making it super convenient to get the kids where they need to be and meet up afterward without any hassle, cause some days get very busy.

The instructors are mostly fine and mostly competent. Our multi-generational crew skis blacks and…read moreblues. Kiddos in the mix ski whatever is best for them at that time. Period. Some instructors apparently need be reminded they are in a hired role. Their position is to be of service, to follow instruction. Their's is not the role of principal, extended family leader or guest. They are not equals in the equation, they are staff contracted. Ski in. Ski out. Buh bye. While expectations may be different in class settings, what I've outlined should be the standard dynamic when an instructor is assigned to a family.

We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at Keystone with a student group from Colorado State…read moreUniversity. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was great, and the staff's friendliness made us feel welcome.

It was horrible. My son came home crying saying that the kids were mean, and judgmental. Those kids…read morewere cursing, and talking about VERY inappropriate topics that 12 yr olds shouldn't be discussing. My son also said that they were saying those things very loudly and the counselors could clearly hear it but wouldn't cut it out. We aren't coming back to this camp EVER. Do not recommend.