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Women's Ski Clinics - Western Ski Resorts

Women's Ski Lessons in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, California, and More

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In addition to scenic views, top-notch terrain, and fantastic snow, many ski resorts in the West offer women's ski clinics, as well. Whether you're a novice skier exploring the groomers or an expert skier ripping it up on the steeps, a women's ski camp will help you improve your technique in a supportive and social environment. Here's more information on women's ski clinics in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, California, and other western ski resorts.

1. Alpine Meadows Women's Ski Clinic

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Alpine Meadows, located in the Lake Tahoe ski region, offer women’s ski clinics that are for women, and by women. Choose one, two, or three-day camps that feature fun days of skiing instructed by top coaches, small groups with individualized instruction, video analysis, on-mountain lunch, and après-ski activities. In addition to the women’s ski camps, Alpine Meadows also offers Women’s Wednesdays/Sundays, a ten-week lesson program that meets Wednesdays and Sundays from 9am-12pm.

2. Alta Lodge Women's Camps

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If you’re confident skiing blues and ready for some more fun (think Alta’s famous ungroomed runs and exciting steeps), consider one of Alta Lodge Women’s Camps, hosted by the best female instructors of Alta Ski Area’s Alf Englen Ski School, located in Alta, Utah. Alta’s women’s ski camp includes four nights lodging, complimentary breakfast and dinner, three full days of ski instruction, three days of lift tickets, three days of demo skis, and two yoga sessions.

3. Aspen Snowmass Women's Edge Program

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Aspen Snowmass’s Women’s Edge program is for intermediate to expert skiers looking to improve their skiing skills. This women’s ski camp is three days long and includes a three-day lesson and a complimentary women’s luncheon. Skiers also have the option to enjoy discussion and lecture on women’s ski gear, as well as the opportunity to travel to Aspen Snowmass’s other mountains in smaller groups. Look forward to amazing terrain, cutting edge coaching, and the opportunity to build lasting friendships.

4. Apache Ski Resort "Sisters on Snow" Women's Ski Program

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Apache Ski Resort’s “Sisters on Snow” two-day women’s ski clinic focuses on “camaraderie, control, and confidence” for female skiers of all levels. The women’s ski seminar includes two days of ski lessons, video analysis, a personal improvement plan, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and a celebratory wine and cheese get together on the final day of the camp. Apache also offers a one-day ski workshop for intermediate to advance skiers, as well as special “Ladies Days” throughout the season, where women can enjoy free ski tips and discounted group lessons.

5. Breckenride Ski Resort Women's Ski Fest

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Breckenridge Ski Resort Women’s Ski Fest is available for intermediate to advanced female skiers who are at least 21. Choose from a two or four-day clinic that includes lessons from 9:00am-4pm, a welcome reception, lunches, a spa treatment, a cocktail party, a take home gift, and a celebratory dinner. Be sure to register in advance, because space is limited and the program fills up fast!

6. The Canyons Womens Programs: Holly Flanders 3-Day Workshop

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The Canyons Resort, located in the ski-haven town of Park City, Utah, offers women’s ski workshops hosted by Olympic skier and World Cup Champion Holly Flanders. The three-day sessions welcome intermediate to advanced skiers who want to become better skiers with the support of expert coaches and friendly peers. In addition to professional coaching, women receive après-ski offers such as hors d’oeuvres, video analysis, women-specific equipment tips, and boot fitting and stance adjustments.

7. Copper Mountain Women's Wednesdays

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Copper Mountain, located in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, offers Women’s Wednesdays, a lesson program for women of all ability levels where women enjoy supportive coaching and a friendly social atmosphere. The program runs for fourteen consecutive weeks, from 10am-3pm on Wednesdays, and may be purchased alone, with a lift ticket, or with a season pass.

8. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Women's Ski Camp

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort must be doing something right out there in Wyoming with their women’s ski clinics: 45-50% of all participants are returning skiers! Maybe this has something to do with crème-de-la-crème coaching, led by Lexey Waters who has over fifteen years of involvement in women’s ski camps, maybe it’s Jackson Hole’s infamous terrain, or all the perks that are part of Jackson’s Holes camps, including video analysis, lunches, après-ski activities, special dinner parties, and a girls’ night out! Looking to get in on the action? Book before the camps fill up, and also be sure to check out the free flight deals that Jackson Hole periodically offers to participants.

9. Keystone Ski Resort Betty Fest Ski Weekend

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Keystone Ski Resort in Keystone, Colorado has something for every type of female skier. Their Betty Fest Weekend for Women is a two-day ski improvement women’s workshop that includes on-mountain coaching, video analysis, lunch, and après-ski party. Women venture out in small groups that foster a relaxed and supportive environment. Open to all levels and abilities, Keystone also offers a one-day women’s ski workshop, “Intro to Betty,” that addresses the needs of novice skiers who want to get off the Bunny Hill and learn to ski green runs with confidence. Discounted rates are available for college students, alumni, and Keystone homeowners, and a special rate for a two-day lift ticket is also available.

10. Mammoth Mountain Women's Ski Camp

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In addition to featuring some of the best skiing terrain in California, Mammoth Mountain offers three-day women’s ski camps with half or full-day lessons for strong intermediate, advanced, and expert skiers. Groups will explore Mammoth’s exhilarating terrain, and make great friends along the way.

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