Welch Carvers
Welch Village is the only licensed PMTS Direct Parallel® ski school in the country. PMTS Direct Parallel® is unique - it's a complete modern teaching system that does not use the wedge or "snow plow." All movements taught in our system utilize modern ski design and create and maintain balance. The system teaches expert skiing movements to all ability levels using Student Centered Ski Instruction™ which uses a student's needs and motivations to design a learning environment.
Carvers is our signature ski instruction program for kids at Welch Village. This 6 week progressive program is designed to offer the highest level of ski instruction for children of all ability levels. Whether your child has recently started skiing or would like to ski more challenging terrain with more confidence, our Carver coaches will fulfill your family's goals and motivations with the PMTS Direct Parallel teaching system. Coaches will also provide weekly feedback to parents on the skiing progress of their son/daughter. There is a low instructor to student ratio in this program to ensure a high level of personal feedback and coaching.
Program Requirements: CARVERS IS NOT A BEGINNER PROGRAM. Additional lesson programs for kids who never skied before or are still beginner skiers will be available in October.
In order to register for this program, students must be able to ride the chairlift without the assistance of an adult and already be able to ski on green runs while controlling speed and making turns. Students who do not meet these requirements will be asked to enroll in another lesson program and will be required to pay added fees in order to process a transfer or a refund.
Parents: Check out the Carver Camps in December & March which are open to skiers age 6 and older. If you prefer to take a lesson yourself while your child is in Carvers sign up for one of our weekend lesson options.
Welch Carvers (ages 8-14) (2024/25 season registration will open on 9/13/24!)
- Program fee: $625*(price does not include season pass, lift tickets, or rental equipment if needed. A lift ticket or season pass is required in order to participate in all lesson programs)
- Space is limited
- Available to kids ages 8 - 14
- In order to register for this program, skiers must meet requirements above.
- Includes coaching on 6 consecutive date specific dates. Rarely does Welch Village close for weather reasons. Program days are not interchangeable, students may only attend the program day that is purchased. If for some reason the ski area is closed due to a weather event, the make-up session will be used. Make up sessions are also not available due to sickness or any other conflict.
Saturday Carvers (Age 8-14) (Limited spots remain)
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- Session time: 12:30 - 3:00pm
- Saturday Carvers session dates: January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, & 8. Make-up date (if needed) February 22.
Sunday Carvers (Age 8-14)
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- Session time: 12:30 - 3:00pm
- Sunday Carvers session dates: January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, & 9. Make-up date (if needed) February 23.
Mini Carvers (ages 6-7) (2024/25 season registration will open on 9/13/24!)
- Program fee: $495*
(price does not include season pass, lift tickets, or rental equipment if needed. A lift ticket or season pass is required in order to participate in all lesson programs)
- Space is limited
- Students must be able to ride the chairlift without the assistance of an adult and already be able to ski on green runs while controlling speed and making turns.
-In order to register for this program, skiers must meet the requirements above.
- Includes coaching on 6 consecutive date specific dates. Rarely does Welch Village close for weather reasons. Program days are not interchangeable, students may only attend the program day and time that is purchased. If for some reason the ski area is closed due to a weather event, the make-up session will be used. Make up sessions are also not available due to sickness or any other conflict.
Saturday MORNING Mini Carvers (Age 6-7)
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- Session time: 10:00 - 11:30am
- Saturday Carvers session dates: January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1 & 8. Make-up date (if needed) February 22.
Saturday AFTERNOON Mini Carvers (Age 6-7) (SOLD OUT)
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- Session time: 12:30 - 2:00pm
- Saturday Carvers session dates: January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1 & 8. Make-up date (if needed) February 22.
Sunday MORNING Mini Carvers (Age 6-7)
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- Session time: 10:00 - 11:30am
- Sunday Carvers session dates: January 5, 12, 19, 26; February 2 & 9. Make-up date (if needed) February 23.
Sunday AFTERNOON Mini Carvers (Age 6-7)
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- Session time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
- Sunday Carvers session dates: January 5, 12, 19, 26; February 2 & 9. Make-up date (if needed) February 23.
If you have questions about the Carvers Program please email us at carvers@welchvillage.com
