Private Lessons and Guiding
We offer private individual or small-group programs with our qualified guides and instructors in a number of areas. Learn beginner skills in a focused environment, receive advanced coaching, or let us guide you to cross off a bucket-list destination. Tell us about your goals and availability, and we'll work with you to customize a program.
Below is a list of private lessons and private guiding opportunities that we can offer with options for group size, locations, and cost.
Please fill out the Private Bookings form to request a program, and our coordinators will respond to discuss details
You can select from the offered packages, or describe a custom experience not listed that you would like to try.
See also our Group Bookings page if you are looking for a custom experience for a larger group.
Private Mountain Guiding
Our ACMG-certified guides can offer a personalized introduction or skill-building day, or put together an expedition to achieve a bucket-list goal. Offerings can include multi-pitch rock climbing, alpine climbing, ice climbing, and mountaineering, from short day trips to extended projects.
Specifics can vary significantly depending on type and difficulty of program. We'll work with you to customize the plan.
Numbers/Ratio:
Ratios possible vary by activity and difficulty level, typically in the 1:1 through 1:3 range.
Location:
Many destinations within the Mountain National Parks and Kananaskis are possible. We can find a great location option for your goals.
Cost:
Private mountain guiding starts at $675/day for 1 participant, +$55/day for each additional participant to the max ratio permitted by the activity. Participants will be responsible for guide expenses such as mileage, or for transporting the guide to the trailhead. Multi-day programs will include additional charges including hut and camping fees, guides' food, backcountry passes, and any additional logistics costs required. Certain very long objectives completed in a single day may have an additional surcharge applied. Contact us for a complete quote.
Private Ski Guiding
Looking for a big powder day? Need some tips to improve your off-piste skiing? Ready for a local professional to show you some great Rockies lines? Contact us for a custom ski day for yourself alone or with a couple friends, and we will put together a lesson or tour. Multi-day programs possible with longer planning periods.
Numbers/Ratio:
A basic ski day has a ratio of 1:6 or 1:8, depending on destination. More technical objectives may be 1:4 or smaller.
Location:
Many destinations within the Mountain National Parks and Kananaskis are possible. We can find a great location option for your goals.
Cost:
Private backcountry skiing starts at $1085/day for 1-6 participants, +$55/day for each additional participant to the max ratio permitted. Larger or multi-day programs may include additional charges for guide expenses, additional gear requirements, or other logistics as required.
You can also rent AT skis if you are new or visiting and don't have your own. A backcountry ski package starts at $63/day, with multi-day discounts available. See more on our Online Gear Rental page.
Private Cross-Country Ski Lessons
Learn to ski, improve a skill, or explore the trails with a local expert. Our private cross-country ski lessons are suitable for individuals and small groups of any level. We can provide a first introduction for your friends/family, or personalized coaching to help you grow your skills or achieve a particular goal. Gear rentals and/or transportation may be possible at an additional cost.
A half-day (2.5 hour) lesson is a great length for a family introduction, or small-group skills program. Groomed trails within the city make access easy.
Numbers/Ratio:
We can accommodate up to 6 participants in this small-group lesson, or provide more personalized attention with fewer.
Location:
Confederation Park Golf Course, or other city parks (may include added cost for more distant locations)
Cost:
A 2.5-hour urban cross-country ski lesson starts at $450 for 1-4 participants, +$75/person for each additional participant up to a max of 6.
You can also rent skis if you are new or visiting and don't have your own. An adult cross-country ski package starts at $18/day, with multi-day discounts available. See more on our Online Gear Rental page.
A full-day (5-hour) lesson is a perfect for building solid introductory skills, or enjoying a great day-tour while learning along the way.
Numbers/Ratio:
We can accommodate up to 6 participants in this small-group lesson, or provide more personalized attention with fewer.
Location:
Groomed cross-country ski networks in Kananaskis including Pocaterra / Peter Lougheed, West Bragg, Ribbon / Kananaskis Village, and Mount Shark. We can suggest the best location for the conditions or your goals, or meet at the most convenient destination for your plans.
Cost:
A 5-hour cross-country ski lesson starts at $650 for 1-4 participants, +$100/person for each additional participant up to a max of 6.
You can also rent skis if you are new or visiting and don't have your own. An adult cross-country ski package starts at $18/day, with multi-day discounts available. See more on our Online Gear Rental page.
Other
Have something else in mind? This list is not exhaustive. Describe the private guiding program or lesson you are interested in when completing the webform, and we'll reach out to discuss what we can offer.
Larger group? For additional custom program options, check out our Group & School Bookings page