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What level am i?
| LESSON LEVEL | I CAN/HAVE: | LESSON TYPE | LESSON TIMES | LEARN: | ZONE/MEETING PLACE |
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| Level 1 | Never skied before |
FIRST TIMER |
9am |
To balance, glide and stop and ride the Magic Carpet |
YELLOW ZONE/Level 1 |
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If you have skied before, please book a 2 hour morning (10am) or afternoon (1.45pm) class – our friendly team will assist you into the correct group. |
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| Level 2 | Ride the moveable carpet, stop and turn a little |
Morning & |
10am |
Improve turning, linking turns and speed control on the movable carpet |
GREEN ZONE/Level 2–3 |
| Level 3 | Consistently link turns on green runs and are riding the chairlift | Morning & Afternoon Class 2 hrs |
10am 1.45pm |
Introduction to basic parallel turns and blue runs. I start to ski on blue runs (Summit, Shakey Knees, Family Run) | |
| Level 4 & 5 | Comfortably link parallel turns on green & blue runs | Morning & Afternoon Class 2 hrs |
10am 1.45pm |
Refine parallel turns, introduction to pole plant, short turns, small bumps, basic carving |
BLUE ZONE/ Level 4-5 |
| Level 6, 7 & 8 | Consistently linking parallel turns, exploring black runs |
Group Lessons not available. Private lesson recommended |
Carving, bumps – tailor the lesson to your individual needs |
PRIVATE LESSON FLAG |
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| LESSON LEVEL | I CAN/HAVE: | LESSON TYPE | LESSON TIME | YOU WILL LEARN: | ZONE/MEETING PLACE |
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| Level 1 | Never snowboarded before |
FIRST TIMER - 2 hours |
9am |
Basic introduction, to balance, glide and stop. Introduction to ride the movable carpet |
YELLOW ZONE/Level 1 |
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If you have snowboarded before, please book a 2 hour morning (10am) or afternoon (1.45pm) class – our friendly team will assist you into the correct group. |
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| Level 2 | Ride the moveable carpet or chairlift, heel side & falling leaf, difficulty link toe & heel side turns |
Morning & |
10am |
Improve turning, linking turns and speed control on the movable carpet |
GREEN ZONE/Level 2–3 |
| Level 3 | Can do linked skidding turns and traverse | Morning & Afternoon Class 2 hrs |
10am 1.45pm |
Refining linked turns on green & blue runs (Summit, Shakey Knees) |
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| Level 4 & 5 | Comfortably link heel and toe-side turns on green & blue runs. | Morning & Afternoon Class 2 hrs |
10am 1.45pm |
Riding more difficult terrain and exploring the mountain, basic terrain features |
BLUE ZONE/Level 4-5 |
| Level 6, 7 & 8 | Consistently linking turns, exploring black runs – linking turns on advanced terrain |
Class Lessons not available Private lesson recommended |
Carving, terrain parks, freeriding, bumps – tailor the lesson to your individual needs | PRIVATE LESSON FLAG | |
FAQs
General Ski & Snowboard School
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All lessons can be purchased online through the Mt Buller online store. Alternatively, they can be purchased in person at any ticket office, Buller Sports locations in Mansfield or Mt Buller, our Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
Lift and lesson packages are available at all of the above locations and on our online store.
To ensure you get your preferred lesson option and avoid disappointment, we highly recommend purchasing your lesson online in advance.
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Lift tickets can be purchased through the Mt Buller online store and loaded directly onto your B-TAG. Alternatively, they can be purchased in person at any ticket office, Buller Sports location in Mansfield or Mt Buller, at our Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
Lift and lesson packages are available at all of the above venues and our online store.
- Yes - you will be required to collect your lesson ticket for all class lessons. These may be collected prior to the start of your lesson at any ticket office, Buller Sports location in Mansfield or Mt Buller, at our Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
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Ski and snowboard lesson tickets within our children's programs provide important information, such as emergency contact details, child's name, age and any allergy conditions. This assists our team to ensure we deliver the highest standards of care.
Lesson tickets allow our team to verify your purchase within the meeting place and assist you with finding the correct lesson.
- Check out the Find Your Level page to help you determine this. Your instructor on your first day will also talk to you and ask questions to determine your skill level.
- If you miss your lesson you will not be entitled to a refund or credit.
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Mt Buller supports and encourages all skiers and snowboarders wearing a helmet.
Helmets are compulsory for all children participating in lessons and are included free with Buller Sports rental packages. A bicycle or motorcycle helmet is not accredited, it must be a ski or board helmet.
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Buller Sports is conveniently located within the Ski & Snowboard School building and offers ski & snowboard rentals for all ages.
Goggles, gloves and other accessories may be purchased, plus drinks and snacks, from the retail outlet in the Ski and Snowboard School building.
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Your Season Membership is your unlimited access to the lift network at Mt Buller all winter. The Ski & Snowboard School has 'lesson only' products available for all Adult lessons and full and half-day Buller Kids (7-14 yr olds) programs that you can buy separately (not available for Bunyips 3-6yr olds). Season Membership holders receive a 10% discount on Ski & Snowboard School group lessons and select private lessons (conditions apply. Not valid for crèche, Bunyips programs, or seasonal programs).
Discounts can be applied online by using your discount code, located at the bottom of your season membership email confirmation receipt.
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Private lessons can be booked online using our Mt Buller online store, or by calling the Private Lessons Reservations at (03) 5777 7877 (available during Winter months only).
Online private lessons can only be booked at least 2 days in advance of the lesson date.
- Private lessons allow a maximum of 6 people per lesson. Prices online are quoted for one (1) person. Additional people (up to 5 extras) are added for a per person fee.
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The Bunyips program is for ages 3-6, and is ski only*. The program offers smaller groups, and is based on levels 1 & 2 of the Ski and Snowboard School building. The Buller Kids program is for ages 7-14, and is available for both skiers and snowboarders.
To determine your child's level, head to our website here.
*Snowboard group lessons are unavailable for Kids under the age of 7. Private Lessons must be booked for children 6 years and under wanting to snowboard.
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A First Timer Ski, or Snowboard lesson is for those who have never Skied or Snowboarded before. When purchasing a 'First Timer Lift + Lesson' included is a restricted full-day lift pass, to 3 First Timer lifts (ABOM Express Chair, Bourke St Express Chair and Bourke St Carpet).
Does not include a B-TAG. Does not include rental equipment.
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After completing a First Timer Lesson (Ski or Snowboard), you can progress your skills by taking a Beginner/ Intermediate lesson. When booking online select the product, 'Adult/ Teen 15+ Ski/ or Snowboard Lesson Only'. When you arrive for your lesson, you will be allocated into the correct group based on your skill level and experience.
You are required to purchase a lift pass separately to the Beginner or Intermediate Adult/ Teen 15+ Lesson.
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Ski lessons meet on-snow out of the front of the Mt Buller Ski and Snowboard School. Flags clearly mark each lesson start, i.e. Buller Kids (7-14 year olds), Adult/Teen 15+ Group, or Private lessons.
Bunyips (3-6 year olds) can be registered at the Bunyips centre, located inside of the Ski and Snowboard School on level 3.
Aim to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your lesson start time with ski equipment already fitted.
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Adult group snowboard lessons meet in the Village Square.
Kids group snowboard lessons (Buller Kids) meet outside of the ABOM restaurant, which is located just across the Bourke St ski run from the Ski and Snowboard School.
All private lessons meet outside the Ski and Snowboard school.
- Please see our Refund and Cancellation Policy in the Terms & Conditions section of the website for details.