LESSONS & PROGRAMS

Learn. Progress. Have Fun.

Whether you are stepping into skis or a snowboard for the first time, building confidence on the mountain, or ready to race, Big Rock has a program to help you reach your next level.

SNOW SCHOOL

Book a Lesson

Choose group or private instruction for skiing or snowboarding. 2026–27 lesson pricing is still being finalized, and each lesson will link directly to our store to schedule online.

Group Lesson

Learn with other skiers or snowboarders in a positive group setting led by Big Rock Snow School instructors.

2026–27 PRICING

Contact Guest Services for current pricing, availability and lesson details.

Private Lesson

Get focused one-on-one instruction tailored to your ability, goals, and the terrain you want to ski or ride more confidently.

2026–27 PRICING

Contact Guest Services for current pricing, availability and lesson details.

Lesson Times

Wednesday–Friday

Private Lesson
4:00–5:00 PM

Saturday–Sunday

Private Lesson
10:00–11:00 AM

Group Lesson
11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Private Lesson
1:00–2:00 PM

Holiday weeks follow weekend lesson schedule.

ROCKERS PROGRAMS

Grow With Big Rock

Our Rockers progression gives young skiers and snowboarders a clear path from first turns to confident all-mountain skiing.

Little Rockers

Ages 6–12

Structure: 8-week new-to-beginner program for skiers and snowboarders using surface-lift terrain.

Goal: is equipment familiarity, safety, stopping, turning, group skiing skills, and progression toward chairlift-ready skiing.

2026–27 SCHEDULE:

Saturdays • 12:30–2:30 PM • 8 weeks

2026–27 PRICING: Contact Guest Services for current rates.

Big Rockers

Ages 8–15

Structure: 8-week beginner-to-intermediate program for participants who are ready for the triple chair.

Goal: is stronger speed control, chairlift safety, group skiing skills, and progression toward confidently skiing Big Rock’s blue terrain from the top.

2026–27 SCHEDULE:

Saturdays • 12:30–2:30 PM • 8 weeks

2026–27 PRICING: Contact Guest Services for current rates.

All-Terrain Rockers

Ages 12–18

Structure: an 8-week intermediate-to-advanced program for top-of-mountain skiers and snowboarders.

Goal: is to progression riders through steeper terrain, glades, moguls, speed control, and group skiing skills. All to build rider confidence.

2026–27 SCHEDULE:

Saturdays • 12:30–2:30 PM • 8 weeks

2026–27 PRICING: Contact Guest Services for current rates.

OUR NONPROFIT MISSION IN ACTION

Ski4Life Opens the Mountain

Big Rock’s Ski4Life program helps schools, recreation departments, tribal groups, homeschoolers, and other youth organizations make skiing part of winter in northern Maine—regardless of a family’s ability to pay.

Young skiers learning together in the Rockers program at Big Rock Mountain

COMMUNITY ACCESS

Ski4Life Gets More Kids on Snow

Ski4Life is built around a simple idea: children across northern Maine should have the chance to experience winter recreation, learn new skills, and build confidence on the mountain. Big Rock works with schools and community partners to remove cost and access barriers and create a welcoming path into skiing.

2025–26 impact: 3,100 Ski4Life youth visits.

Big Rock Ski4Life program participants

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

Best Guest Safety Award

The Ski4Life Button Program was recognized by the National Ski Areas Association with the 2025 Best Guest Safety Program Award. Participants progress through a simple color-based system—from Magic Carpet beginners to lower-mountain skiers and, ultimately, summit-ready participants.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Youth Race League

Learn to Race. Build Confidence.

For young skiers who are already comfortable from the top of the mountain and are ready to learn alpine racing fundamentals. The program focuses on slalom rules and technique, skiing fundamentals, and timed-course experience.

Current age range: 5–17
Starting skill: Top-of-mountain ready

2026–27 SCHEDULE & PRICING: Contact Guest Services for current details.

Young skier participating in Big Rock Mountain's Youth Race League
Adaptive ski lesson at Big Rock Mountain

ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER

Adaptive Ski Lessons

Free • Sundays • 1:00–3:00 PM

Big Rock partners with the Adaptive Outdoor Education Center’s Horizons Ski Program to welcome people with disabilities at every skiing level. Skiers are paired with a Horizons Ski Buddy who provides support and instruction during the lesson.

AOEC currently states that the program is free of charge through the Aroostook County Public Service Grant and includes a lift ticket and rentals when needed.

Questions? Contact AOEC at 207-237-2676 or by email.

Adaptive Outdoor Education Center

Learning Starts Here. Community Grows From It.

Big Rock is a community-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Snow School, Rockers, Ski4Life, youth racing, and adaptive partnerships help more children and families build skills, confidence, and a lasting connection to winter in northern Maine.