FAQs

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  • Yes! In fact, if you’ve never been skiing or snowboarding, or if have limited experience, this is the best way to learn. You’ll be able to learn all the fundamentals on our training simulators in a safe, controlled environment.

    Our certified instructors are phenomenally talented at meeting each client where they are in terms of their current abilities. They’ll guide you through personalized drills that start at your current skill level and take you through more advanced training at a pace that’s right for you.

  • No. We work with more experienced skiers and boarders all the time. Sometimes they’re looking for a quick refresher before a trip to the snow. Other times, they’re recovering from an injury and train with us to get back into shape safely after some time away from the slopes.

    Even world champions have trained on a simulator including Suzi "Chapstick" Chaffee, Olympic Gold Medalist Jonny Moseley, and Bad Bob Salerno himself. Bob trained on simulators in the off-season to gain an edge on his competition, and clearly it worked out pretty well for him!

  • If you can walk, we can train you!

    We regularly teach skiing and snowboarding to kids as young as two years old AND adults in their golden years.

    Our simulator-based snow sports training program can benefit anyone ready to learn, regardless of age or physical ability. Perfect for the whole family.

    Our instructors are adept at personally tailoring the learning experience to be as fun AND productive as possible for each and every person who walks through our doors at Virtual Snow.

  • As our founder Bad Bob would often say – “well… how good do you want to be?!”

    After just 6 one-hour sessions, the average person develops the confidence, physical strength, and muscle memory to ride comfortably down all beginner (green) runs and sometimes even intermediate (blue) ones!

  • Yes. Don't do a leg workout before you come!

    Skiing and snowboarding involves the active use of numerous muscle groups that we often don’t exercise on a day-to-day basis. So training on our simulators an excellent way to build muscle strength and endurance, which directly translates to having more fun on the slopes!

    A single one-hour session at Virtual Snow is equivalent to an all-day private lesson on the mountain. How, you might ask? On snow, you have a lot of downtime between runs – waiting in lift lines, riding up the lift, taking some time to grab a drink at the lodge. At Virtual Snow, you can spend your whole hour riding! Although we encourage taking breaks as needed :)

  • Nope! Our rental gear is for use on-snow. We’ll provide all the equipment you’ll need for lessons with us 🙂

  • We have everything you’ll need. Just be sure to wear light, comfortable workout clothes (plus long socks). Optionally, you can bring your own ski or snowboard boots if you own a pair and prefer your own.

  • Yes! We’ve helped countless individuals regain their confidence and physical ability after recovering from an injury.

    Training on our indoor ski and snowboard simulators provides a controlled environment that enables you to practice both safely and comfortably. The exercise you’ll get from training with us can be a critical tool in rebuilding muscle strength and memory before getting back on the mountain.

    Please consult your physician prior to training at Virtual Snow if you are at all unsure about your physical ability or risk of injury.

  • We see it all too frequently: people spend lots of time, effort, and money to plan a trip to the mountain, only to struggle when they actually try skiing or snowboarding. Then, by the time they kind of start getting the hang of it, it’s time to leave and go home.

    The costs of a trip can add up… a place to stay, travel expenses, lift tickets, on-mountain lessons, gear rentals, food & drink. After all this, the last thing you want is to spend all your time on the mountain falling and having a bad time.

    By training 1-on-1 with our instructors in a controlled environment, you will learn the skills and muscle memory without all the time, trouble, travel, and costs associated with a trip to the mountain.

    Get ahead of the learning curve so you’re in proper shape to truly DO the sport right from the first moment you put on your snowboard or skis!

    That said, the combination of both Virtual Snow training and on-mountain lessons can be a powerful mix. If you choose to enhance your skills even further by taking lessons on the mountain after your Virtual Snow training, you'll learn significantly faster and have WAY MORE FUN.

  • Intro sessions cost $189.

    For packages, the price per session ranges from $130 - $165, depending on the number of sessions. The more you buy, the lower the cost per session!

  • Never. If you don't use all your sessions from a classic package this season, they'll be waiting for you next season!

    NOTE: Our discounted summer packages function the same way as classic packages, except they DO have an expiration date of November 1st.

  • Over the course of your hourlong intro session, you'll train with one of our instructors to develop a mutual understanding of your skill level and goals. Not only that, but you'll also get a great workout on one of our simulators while developing sport-specific muscle memory. All while having a great time 🎉

  • Click here to schedule your intro lesson online or buy a package!!