Book Your Beginner Kids Mountain Bike Lessons

Deer Valley summer 2023 has ended. Thank you to our guests and staff for making this summer so memorable. For information on summer 2024, please check back in the spring.

Are your children new to mountain biking or do they have limited experience with the sport? If they would like to learn the basic downhill mountain biking skills of stance, braking and cornering, sign them up for our Kids Afternoon Beginner Package. They’ll start in our Skills Area before progressing up the mountain. This package includes a full day bike rental, bike clinic and a lift ticket. Beginner Ticket may only be purchased in person, on property, in conjunction with the Beginner Package. Call Skier Services at 435-645-6648 to reserve a Kids Afternoon Beginner Package today.

A Release of Liability must be completed to participate. Save time by completing the form in advance.

2023 Summer Dates: June 23 - September 4, daily
Then Fridays - Sundays through September 24
Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For specific chairlift hours and status, please click here

Questions?
Skier & Summer Services
Contact Center
888-754-8477 | 435-645-6648
skierservices@deervalley.com
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., daily

2023 Rates

Lesson	Lesson Time	Ages	Price
Kids Afternoon Beginner Package	2 - 5 p.m.	9 - 13 years	$130 per biker

Beginner Ticket may only be purchased in person, on property, in conjunction with the Beginner Package.

Know Before You Go

Bike Lesson Pricing

2023 Mountain Bike Lesson Pricing	Lesson Time	Price
Full-day Private Bike Lesson, 1 - 5 guests	10 a.m. - 5 p.m.	$675
Morning Private Bike Lesson, 1 - 5 guests	10 a.m. - 1 p.m.	$340
Afternoon Private Bike Lesson, 1 - 5 guests	2 - 5 p.m.	$340
Adult Twilight Private Lesson, 1 - 5 guests	5:30 - 8:30 p.m.	$340
Custom Private Lesson, Per Hour, 1 - 5 guests Please note, a two-hour minimum is required.	customized	$125
Adult Morning Bike Clinic, Beginner - Intermediate Only	10 a.m. - 1 p.m.	$92
Adult Afternoon Bike Clinic, All Ability Levels	2 - 5 p.m.	$92
Kids Morning Bike Clinic, Beginner - Intermediate Only	10 a.m. - 1 p.m.	$70
Kids Afternoon Bike Clinic, All Ability Levels	2 - 5 p.m.	$70
Afternoon Beginner Adult Downhill Package	2 - 5 p.m.	$190
Afternoon Beginner Kids Downhill Package	2 - 5 p.m.	$130

Policies & Procedures

Cancellation and Change Fees

If you need to cancel or change a reservation, you must call or speak directly with a Skier Services agent before 5 p.m. (2) two days prior to each booked date in order to receive a full refund. Cancellations or changes made one to two days prior to the first day will receive a partial refund
The following fees, per product, per person, per day, will be deducted prior to issuing a refund:

-Bike Equipment Rentals: $25
-Bike Equipment Late Fee: $10 per 15 minutes
-Group Clinics/Tours: $25
-Private Lessons: $50
-Day-of and No-shows: Full amount per product
There are no refunds for day-of cancellations or no-shows
Products are non-transferable to another family member, friend or a different day
Weather conditions are not viable reasons for cancellation. Appropriate fees will apply to lessons canceled after the deadline

Payments and Security

A paid reservation is required to guarantee any Skier Services summer product

The full amount for summer products are charged to the credit card provided at the time of booking

To ensure the accuracy of your reservations and for security purposes, we prefer to speak directly with our guests. However, you may authorize another person to book and make changes to your reservations. Compliance with all policies will apply

Each family must have their own file and children must be booked under their parent or guardian’s name in order to ensure accuracy, security, and privacy for our guests

General Policies and Information

Lift tickets are required for every bike participant. Lift tickets are not included with private lessons, group clinics, tours or rentals unless otherwise noted

Bike rental equipment is not included with any lesson unless otherwise noted

Products may sell out at any time
Minimum and accurate age requirements are strictly observed for each child’s safety. We reserve the right to move children to the appropriate ability zone and program based on their skill level or if it is determined that the child’s date of birth has been incorrectly stated

Children placed in a program because their birth date is incorrectly stated are not guaranteed a place in the program. Parents will be called to pick up their children and cancellation fees will apply

Liability forms, legibly completed by a parent or guardian, are required for any participant who is under the age of 18 years, whether renting a bike, bringing their own bike or taking a lesson. Please refer to the other links in your confirmation email for appropriate forms

We cannot guarantee placement in a program, group clinic or tour with friends or relatives. To ensure a quality product, we must form classes based on age and ability zone

Group clinics, guided tours and private lessons meet at Snow Park Lodge
All activities begin promptly at their designated times. Please allow a minimum of 30 minutes to arrange for equipment rentals and to arrive at your meeting location.

We are not able to accommodate late arrivals. Refunds will not be issued

We are not able to honor requests for a specific bike coach in any group clinic or tour

A minimum of two participants is required per ability zone to hold the group clinic, or it converts to a two-hour private lesson beginning at the original start time

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I take a mountain bike lesson?
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced rider, our experienced bike coaches can help you address any weaknesses, enhance your strengths, and ensure you understand the trail system and feel confident on the bike. By focusing on the fundamentals, riding the right trails, and having the appropriate mountain bike, you're sure to have an amazing time. We offer private mountain biking lessons, as well as morning and afternoon group clinics, and afternoon beginner packages for both adults and kids. Whether you prefer one-on-one instruction or enjoy the energy of a group setting, we have the perfect lesson format for you.

Is a bike rental or lift ticket included with a lesson?
No, bike rentals and lift tickets must be purchased separately.

Mountain Bike Ability Zone Guide

Please refer to the chart below to define your downhill mountain biking ability.

Symbol	Ability	Ability Detail
	Beginner	Limited mileage on city streets and paved bike paths. Possesses little to no experience riding on downhill mountain bike terrain. Can demonstrate some balance and control on a bike and can apply the use of hand brakes. Working on fundamental downhill bike handling skills.
	Advanced Beginner	Limited experience on green and easy blue technical cross-country trails. Can demonstrate balance and control on a bike and can apply the use of hand brakes. Able to ride comfortably on green trails such as Holy Roller at slower speeds. Working on exploring more challenging intermediate terrain, while continuing to build upon bike fundamentals.
	Intermediate	Comfortable at slower speeds on blue technical and flow trails with roots, loose rocks and single tracks, while retaining balance, changing gears and braking instinctively. Looking to learn how to drop and jump safely and continuing to explore more advanced terrain.
	Advanced	Comfortable on all blue technical and flow trails, while retaining balance, changing gears and braking instinctively at higher speeds on steeper, more challenging terrain. Has significant mileage on black technical and flow trails with jumps and drops. Working on improving technique on black jumps and technical features.
	Expert	Proficient on all black technical and flow jump trails. Very experienced, dynamic biker. Able to ride all trails confidently and quickly, while retaining balance, changing gears and braking instinctively at high speeds on steeper, more difficult terrain. Working on gaining experience on double black trails.

Mountain Biking Code of Conduct

Mountain biking and hiking offer a range of challenges and adventures. Trail users can choose gentle scenic routes or challenging single track descents. Regardless of what type of terrain you select, remember that there are elements of risk in mountain biking and hiking; common sense and personal awareness can help to create a great trail experience for everyone. By mountain biking and hiking at Deer Valley Resort, trail users understand and acknowledge that mountain biking and hiking are hazardous sports with many inherent risks and assume all risks of personal injury as well as damage to or loss of property arising from participation in these sports.

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL BIKERS.

Other Essentials

Ages 9 - 13 years

Kids Afternoon Beginner Package