Kid-friendly to hard core options available
B.C.'s top ski resorts offer something for everyone – from epic verticals and glade runs to wide-open bowls and long cruisers. Of course, it's not all about the skiing. At the base of many resorts, you'll discover friendly villages and a welcoming vibe, as well as countless après-ski activities. Check out the following list of B.C.'s top resorts and start planning your next snowsport adventure.
APEX MOUNTAIN RESORT
On Wednesdays at Apex, women are invited to join a women's-only skill improvement session followed by a buffet-style lunch at the Gunbarrel Saloon. On Fridays, the men get to hit the slopes with a coach for a fast-paced skills improvement session – the perfect start to a long weekend.
BIG WHITE SKI RESORT
Get the insider scoop on the mountain from the pros at Big White. Freestyle programs, Master's Week, an After School program for kids and other specialty offerings complement the wide range of lessons available through the Big White Ski & Board School.
FERNIE ALPINE RESORT
The passionate instructors at Fernie's top-notch ski school offer everything from lessons for kids and adult "never-ever riders" to experts who want to explore new terrain, get insider tips or improve steep and deep riding skills with professional instruction.
KICKING HORSE MOUNTAIN RESORT
The Big Mountain Centre is geared for those interested in moving to a new level in exploring the mountain. Experienced guides lead guests to Kicking Horse's best-kept secrets, teaching the skills needed to master any kind of terrain with confidence and control.
KIMBERLEY ALPINE RESORT
Kimberley's certified professional instructors offer programs for all ages and abilities – from beginner lessons for adults and kids to instructional courses featuring fun races for veterans looking to perfect skills. Free mountain tours with local resort guides are an excellent way to get to know the resort.
PANORAMA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Located right at Panorama Mountain Village, RK Heliski offers guests access to 1,500 square kilometres of stunning Canadian mountain terrain. This winter, the Panorama Snow School is offering a special "introduction to heliskiing" lesson at Panorama to help first-time heliskiers make the most of their day with RK.
REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Revelstoke instruction encompasses ski, ski-touring, snowboard, split-board and telemark. Hire a ski pro to work on technique, get prepped with the all-new avalanche ranch or expand horizons with the cat and heli prep course. The only grade that matters here is the slope of the mountain!
SILVERSTAR MOUNTAIN RESORT
The road to a better all-mountain experience starts at Silver Star's Snowsports School. Led by Norm Kreutz, one of Canada's leading Level 4 instructors, the Snowsports School offers everything from fun-filled beginner lessons emphasizing the fundamentals to one-on-one private coaching aimed at taking skiers from good to great.
SUN PEAKS RESORT
More than an average ski school, Sun Peaks has created instructional experiences for guests of all ages and abilities to improve their turns. Fresh Tracks Private Lessons allow guests to perfect technique before the chairlift even opens to the public and the new All Mountain Skills Camp teaches backcountry skills in a safe environment.
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB SKI RESORT
Whistler Blackcomb Snow School empowers guests to make the most of their vacation. Skiers and riders of all levels will increase skills, gain confidence, enjoy lift-line priority and discover the mountains' best-kept secrets.
WHITEWATER SKI RESORT
Whitewater is known for its deep powder snow, both inbounds and in the endless backcountry that surrounds the resort. The Discover Backcountry Program educates those new to exploring outside of the resort boundary, or those new to the area, on the skills and knowledge required.
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