Cascade Ski & Snowboard School

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

What clothing and equipment do you recommend for skiing and/or snowboarding?

Click here to view our clothing/equipment recommendations.

How old should my child be before they take ski/snowboard lessons?

We have ski lessons for 3 years-old and above.  Snowboarding lessons for 7 years-old and above.

Do you provide adult skiing/snowboarding lessons?

Yes, we offer excellent adult skiing/snowboarding lessons for all skill levels. If you've never skiied, haven't skiied in years, or want to advance to the next level- Cascade Ski School has a class for you!

Should we pack food/refreshments?

Lunch is from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and you supervise your child during lunch.  You can bring your own food or eat at one of Summit West's restaurants. There isn't a lunch room at our building, however the Summit has a seating area that's walking distance from our building. If your child rides the bus to the Summit, then lunch is eaten on the bus with the chaperone. Classes resume at 1 p.m.

How many people typically are in a lesson?

Class size ranges from 4--8 students, depending upon age and ability.

Are there makeup days if my child does not make a lesson?

If your child misses a lesson they do not get a "make-up lesson." However, the instructor's cadet will teach your child the material from the missed lesson, usually one-on-one, in order to catch the student up.

How will I know if the lessons and/or transportation service is cancelled?

Every lesson day, a voice recording is left on 253.564.1245. We call it the "lesson status line." It is updated by 5 a.m. and the message will state "yes, we're running" or "no, we're not running." Lessons are cancelled only when Summit West is closed due to extreme weather or power outages.

Do you take President's Weekend off?

Yes, since many of our students and families plan a ski vacation during this holiday.