Adult Lessons

Our First Step Lesson introduces the first time participant to the sport of skiing or snowboarding. Students learn about equipment usage, speed control, and turning in a fun, interactive setting. 

All First Step Lessons begin at approximately 9:00am or 12:45pm and last for 3 hours each. All lesson durations are approximate based on circumstance.

Ski lessons will meet on the deck by the green tear drop banner. Snowboard lessons will meet by the yellow tear drop banner near the upper deck. 

Please allow for adequate time to complete the registration and purchase process particularly during peak season. We recommend one hour to complete the whole process and to be outside ready for your lesson.

Ski (13+) Value Regular*
First Step Ski Package $189 $209
First Step Ski Lesson & Lift Ticket (No Rental) $165 $185
Snowboard (13+) Value Regular*
First Step Snowboard Package $195 $215
First Step Snowboard Lesson & Lift Ticket (No Rental) $165 $185

Package includes lift ticket, rental, and lesson.

*Regular Season rates in effect Dec 20, 2020 - Jan 2, 2021, Jan 15-17, 2021, Feb 11-16, 2021, and Mar 7-19, 2021

At this time, all Lessons must be booked over the phone. 

All group lessons will only be available for purchase online as a package. Packages include a Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental or a Lesson and Lift Ticket. If you already have a Lift Ticket and are interested in purchasing a Lesson, you can call to add only a Lesson to your reservation.

Advance purchases, online or over the phone are required this season. Regardless of when you choose to visit, you must purchase in advance online or over the phone. Lessons must be purchased online no less than two days prior, if still available.

2020/2021 Winter Season Expectations

  • Half Day Lift Tickets will not be available for purchase during the 2020/2021 season.
  • Advance purchases, online or over the phone are required this season. Regardless of when you choose to visit, you must purchase in advance online or over the phone. Lift Tickets must be purchased online no later than the night before, if still available.
  • Regular Season rates for Lift Tickets will be in effect during the following dates, Dec 20, 2020 - Jan 2, 2021, Jan 15-17, 2021, Feb 11-16, 2021, and Mar 7-19, 2021.
  • Reciprocal days for partner mountains are included in our reservation requirement and those days must be reserved over the phone prior to arrival, no later than the day before, if still available. Please call 575-754-2223 to reserve. There is no limit on how far out these reservations can be made. 

Pass Holder Priority: All pass holders will be able to use their Season Pass on days that it is valid without any restrictions or reservations.

Pass Deferment: Guests who purchase a 2020/2021 Season Pass have until December 4, 2020 the option to defer the use of their pass until the 2021/2022 season.

Quantity Limitations: We have made the decision to limit the number of Season Passes that are available for purchase. Season Passes will not be available for purchase after November 13, 2020.

In Season Closure Credits: Red River Ski & Summer Area guarantees to be open for at least 88 days during the scheduled 2020/2021 season. If there are any COVID-19 related closures that prohibit us from operating 88 days or more, then pass holders will receive a credit voucher based on the total number of days that Red River Ski & Summer Area was able to operate. Closures related to weather, mechanical, or electrical issues will not be counted. COVID-19 related closures may or may not be consecutive, closures will be counted as a total at the end of the season to determine if a credit voucher will be issued. 

  • 88+ Days: No credit voucher issued
  • 66-87 Days: 25% of purchase price
  • 44-65 Days: 50% of purchase price
  • 22-43 Days: 75% of purchase price
  • 0-21 Days: Percent of purchase price to be determined

Learn more about our Season Pass options here. 

  • The Military & First Responder Discount will remain available for the 2020/2021 season with a blackout period added. Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military, and First Responders, including legal direct dependents, receive 20% off select winter products. Eligible guests will need to call to make reservations.
    • The Military & First Responder Discount is not available Dec 26, 2020 - Jan 2, 2021 and Mar 7-13, 2021.
    • Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Military must provide a current ID or DD214.
    • First Responders must provide a current ID. In lieu of an ID, a letter written within the last year may be provided showing proof of employment or volunteer status.
    • Discount does not apply to Lesson Packages, Private Lessons, or Food & Beverage. 
    • Discount may not be combined with or used with any other discount offers.
  • Triple Play Cards will not be available for the 2020/2021 season. 
    • Guests who previously purchased Triple Play Cards during the February 2020 Flash Sale will have no changes with how their Triple Play Cards can be used. Triple Play Cards purchased during the February 2020 Flash Sale will be valid for three separate days of skiing or riding from January 3, 2021 through February 28, 2021.
    • Guests who previously purchased Triple Play Cards during the February 2020 Flash Sale have until December 18, 2020 to choose to receive a full refund, no questions asked. Please email book@redriverskiarea.com with your request for a refund by December 18, 2020.
    • After December 18, 2020, guests who do not choose to receive a full refund for Triple Play Cards will receive a credit voucher for any unused day(s) on the Triple Play Card. This credit voucher will be issued after March 21, 2020 and can be used towards future purchases at Red River Ski & Summer Area. 
  • Deal Days pricing from Dec 4-6, 2020 and Dec 11-13, 2020 will still be offered for Full Day Lift Tickets. 
  • College Days pricing will not be offered during the 2020/2021 season. 
  • The Kids Ski Free Stay Free program will not be offered during the 2020/2021 season. 
  • Please note that all lesson programming is subject to change.
  • Buckaroo Day Care will not be available for the 2020/2021 season.
  • Advance purchases, online or over the phone are required this season. Regardless of when you choose to visit, you must purchase in advance online or over the phone. Lessons must be purchased online no less than two days prior, if still available.
  • Regular Season rates for Lessons will be in effect during the following dates, Dec 20, 2020 - Jan 2, 2021, Jan 15-17, 2021, Feb 11-16, 2021, and Mar 7-19, 2021.
  • To best maintain physical distancing and adhere to COVID safe practices, group lesson sizes will be reduced and availability will be extremely limited. To ensure placement in a lesson please make reservations in advance even during times when reservations are not required.  
  • All group lessons will only be available for purchase online as a package. Packages include a Lesson, Lift Ticket, and Rental or a Lesson and Lift Ticket. 
    • If you already have a Lift Ticket and are interested in purchasing a Lesson, you can call to add only a Lesson to your reservation.
  • All group lessons will be limited to Gold Rush Hill and Little Blue areas which are serviced by the Gold Chair and Little Blue Carpet. For guests looking to further improve their skills beyond those areas, private lessons are offered with limited availability. We highly recommend calling to reserve a Private Lesson prior to arrival. 
  • The Buckaroo Day Camp program for three year olds will not be available for the 2020/2021 season. Private Lessons will be available as an alternative for three year olds. Private Lessons for three year olds will be limited to one child per lesson.
  • Youth Center programs for 4-12 year olds will now only be offered as a half day program, no lunch will be provided. 
  • Guests may be screened prior to the lesson during the check in process. If you are exhibiting symptoms, we reserve the right to refuse lesson service for the safety of other guests and our staff.
  • In accordance with the current New Mexico Public Health Order and adhering to COVID-safe practices, Red River Ski & Summer Area will not be hosting any events this winter, including the weekly Torchlight Parade & Fireworks. Discouraging and not hosting mass gatherings will allow us to keep our season safe.
  • Advance purchases, online or over the phone are required this season. Regardless of when you choose to visit, you must purchase in advance online or over the phone. Ski & Snowboard Rentals must be purchased online no less than two days prior, if still available.
  • Ski & Snowboard Rentals are limited daily to help adhere to capacity restrictions in our buildings.
  • Regular Season rates for Ski & Snowboard Rentals will be in effect during the following dates, Dec 20, 2020 - Jan 2, 2021, Jan 15-17, 2021, Feb 11-16, 2021, and Mar 7-19, 2021.
  • All Ski & Snowboard Rentals will only be available for purchase as a package with a Lift Ticket. 
  • Capacity will be limited in our Rental Shop area, please plan accordingly and pick up equipment during slower times if possible. You may pick up your equipment after 10:00am the day before your first day of skiing. If you prefer, you can pick up the morning of your first day of skiing. Our shop is open from 7:30am-5:00pm.
  • We are not offering indoor dining at this time. The deck at the Main Chalet is limited to 75% of maximum capacity for outdoor dining.
  • Guests will not be permitted to bring their own food or coolers to the Main Chalet. Use your car as a base lodge for changing and eating or enjoy takout from one of our local restaurants. 
  • Outdoor tables at the Main Chalet and will be reserved for guests with a current Lift Ticket and Season Pass holders only. Guests will not be permitted to hold or use tables for leisure.
  • We will evaluate options to expand our Food & Beverage operations as allowed by any new New Mexico Public Health Orders throughout the 2020/2021 season. 
  • All chairlifts will have a reduced capacity per chair unless the guests are all of the same family or travel group.
  • Lift mazes will have signage to help guests maintain the appropriate distance of six feet from other guests. 
  • Ticket Checkers will not be handling any Lift Tickets or Season Passes to scan. Please have your Lift Ticket or Season Pass in a convenient location for the staff to easily scan without contact. 
  • As agreed upon with the State of New Mexico, group reservations may not exceed the mass gathering limit imposed in the current Public Health Order. To adhere to this COVID-safe practice agreement, we are not currently offering group rates or reservations. 
  • To best adhere with COVID-safe practices, we have made the decision to not offer Winter Tubing for the 2020/2021 season. 

Sledding is not permitted anytime at Red River Ski & Summer Area.