Snow School

New to Skiing or Snowboarding?

Starting a new sport can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Martock’s Snow School specializes in creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for first-timers. Our dedicated Learning Zone and expert coaching ensure you build confidence with every run.

First Time Guide

Young skiers in Martock bibs with their instructor

Compare Lesson Options

	Discovery Package	Private Lesson	Private Lessons Package	Season Starter	Adaptive Skiing
Level	Beginner	All Levels	All Levels	All Levels	All Levels
Lesson Format	Group	Private	Private	Group-Program	Individualized
Duration	1 Hour	Varies	Varies	4 Hours	Varies
Age	8+	Varies	Varies	Age 5-16	Contact Snow School
Lift Ticket Included	Beginner Lift Ticket	—	Full Day Lift Ticket	—	Varies
Rental Equipment Inc	Included	—	Included	—	Varies
Terrain Access	Learning Zone, Magic Carpet, Bunny Hill, Buttermilk & T-Bar (Halfway)	All terrain (lift ticket or season pass required)	Full mountain access (included lift ticket)	Program terrain based on progression	Terrain determined by instructor
	Buy Pass	Buy Pass	Buy Pass	Buy Pass	Contact Snow School

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What to Wear

Dress in layers with a waterproof outer shell and warm moisture-wicking base layers.

Arrival Info

Arrive 45 minutes before your lesson starts.

Learning Zone

Dedicated beginner area with magic carpet lift.

Discover Lesson

Dedicated beginner area with magic carpet lift.

Programs & Camps

Season Starters

A 4-hour pre season group program for ages 5–16 designed to prepare skiers and riders for the season ahead.

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Multi-Week Programs

Progressive ski and snowboard programs that help children and youth develop skills over multiple weeks.

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March Break Camps

Daily March Break camps for ages 5–15 featuring structured ski and snowboard instruction for all ability levels.

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Adaptive sit-ski session with Martock instructors

Adaptive Skiing & Snowboarding

In partnership with Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS) Nova Scotia, Martock offers adaptive ski and snowboard lessons for participants with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilities. Programs are led by CADS-trained instructors in a supportive and inclusive environment.