| When it comes to prepping newbie skiers for the | | | | been teaching and on what terrain they're certified to |
| slopes, Camelback Ski Area in the Poconos | | | | teach. |
| Tannersville, PA is the perfect place to get schooled. | | | | Consider the cost. |
| Skiers of all levels and ages will find an excellent | | | | The cost is $28 for a midweek/weekend group class; |
| instruction program staffed by certified instructors | | | | $90 for a private lesson. Or you could purchase a |
| who genuinely want to help you learn to ski or | | | | package instruction/rental/lift deal, which is available |
| snowboard. Here are a few ideas to keep in mind if | | | | for $125. Local ski and snowboard shops in the area |
| you're considering ski school at Camelback mountain | | | | may offer cheaper deals for private instruction. |
| PA. | | | | Prep the littlest skiers. |
| Don't forget to plan ahead. | | | | If your child is under 5, Camelback Ski Area generally |
| To save time on the slope, go online to enroll you or | | | | doesn't recommend group or private instruction, |
| your child before heading to the mountain. Not only | | | | however, some babysitting options are available for |
| does this save time when you get there, but it | | | | tots whose parents want to ski. |
| ensures the student has a spot and you and your | | | | Options for those with disabilities. |
| child won't have to spend your day frustrated and | | | | In addition to offering lessons to kids and adults, |
| waiting, while the rest of the members of your party | | | | Camelback Ski Area also provides ski and snowboard |
| swoosh down the slopes. | | | | instruction to people with disabilities, as part of the |
| Check instructor qualifications. | | | | Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports. Ski and |
| What type of skiing instruction do you need? At | | | | snowboard lessons are available by appointment. |
| Camelback Ski Area PSIA-certified Level 2 instructor | | | | Check out a class. |
| can teach any type of skiing, from getting started to | | | | Not sure whether you want or need a ski lesson? To |
| how to conquer the black diamonds. Those desiring | | | | get a feel for what to expect from a class, ask the |
| more advanced instruction may need a Level 3 | | | | Camelback Ski area if you can observe a class |
| instructor. When you register, ask about a class that | | | | without paying for a lift ticket. You'll get a sense of |
| has a small group so you can get more personalized | | | | whether you can benefit or whether you're ready to |
| instruction. Ask about how long the instructors have | | | | hit the slopes solo. |