Learn How to Ski
Mountain Sports School (MSS) is here to help you have your best day on the mountain whether that looks like getting first tracks down Rendezvous Bowl or putting on skis for the very first time. MSS offers a variety of different lessons, guides, and camps to help you customize your perfect experience on the slopes.
Private Lessons
Private lessons offer optimal flexibility and personalization of your day on the mountain. Get individualized instruction catered to your goals or have your instructor serve as a guide showing you all the best spots on the mountain. Pick your own start and end time, ski at your own pace and even have your instructor make your on-mountain dining reservations. Consider your private instructor your concierge on the slopes arranging everything you need for your perfect day skiing or snowboarding.
Want to get the first chair? Mountain Sports School privates offer the ability to add on an early tram or gondola reservation so you can guarantee that you get first tracks.
Youth Lessons
Mountain Sports School has redefined "ski school" for kids with specialized kid's adventure maps, passports, stickers, and trails designed to teach kids new skills and keep them engaged in the learning process. Read more about the Mountain Sports School Kids program here.
Backcountry Guides
Whether you're looking to try skiing or snowboarding in the backcountry for the first time or simply want a guide who knows where to go, Mountain Sports School backcountry guides are ready to help you explore all the amazing terrain that surrounds the resort. Guides are trained in avalanche safety and have years of experience exploring Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and the Bridger Teton National Forrest's backcountry under their skis and boards.
Adult Lessons
Just getting started or looking to take it to the next level? Mountain Sports School adult lessons max out at 4 skiers/riders, helping to ensure it’s your best day on the mountain, whether that means a coach pushing you outside of your comfort zone, learning a new skill, or simply focusing on the fun of sliding down a snow-covered mountain.
Multi-Day Camps
There is something special that happens in your skiing/riding when you practice for multiple days in a row, the growth is undeniable! Mountain Sports School multi-day camps can be summed up by "camaraderie and coaches." Don’t be surprised if you’re not only a more confident and stronger skier at the end of camp but also have some new friends and ski partners. From women's camps to the famous Steep & Deep camp, Mountain Sports School has a camp for everyone.
From The Blog
On Edge at Jackson Hole
The PSIA National Alpine Team is an elite group of ski instructors from across the United States. Three of the 16 team members call Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s Mountain Sports School home: Ann Schorling, George Flynn and Bart Flynn. Led by these instructors at the pinnacle of their profession, Mountain Sports School’s culture of excellence flourishes. Our legendary terrain propels instructors and learners alike to new heights.
Pierre
Pierre’s enduring spirit shines in the wake of a life-changing accident in this awe-inspiring story of perseverance, triumph and love.
Parking & Transportation Information
Teton Village Association was created partly to help reduce traffic to and from Teton Village, and paid parking is one tool we use. Through TVA’s incentives and management, we have removed an estimated 250,000 cars off the road every ski season.
Why Does Jackson Hole Get So Much Snow?
Teton Flow dives into the meteorological and geographical factors and explores why the Tetons receive such consistent, lightweight powder snow in this fascinating examination of our home range. Watch now!