Racer Development Program
Developmental Program for Advanced Skiers
This program is for youth ages 10-18 who are interested in improving their all-mountain skiing while learning about alpine racing. Our experienced coaches are excited to help expand and accelerate your all mountain skiing while learning about safety in the mountain environment.
All participants must be able to independently and competently load, ride, and unload chair lifts without assistance, and consistently adhere to good chair lift loading, riding, and unloading behavior.
To be eligible for the Racer Development Program, skiers must meet one of the following prerequisites:
– Prior participation in Racer Development Program
– Prior participation in Intro to Racing or Komo Kids & Instruction Supervisor approval
– Instruction Supervisor approval
Unsure of your ability level? Check our Ability Guidelines to self-assess your skiing or snowboarding level.
Racer Development Program12 Week Group Lesson Program
1650
tax not included
Ability7-8
Duration5 Hours
Age10-18
2026-27 Racer Development Program Sessions
| Day/Time | Duration | Start Date | Registration for Returning Participants | Registration OPEN for everyone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundays 9-11:30am & 12:30-3pm* | 12 Weeks | January 10 | Sept. 9 | Oct. 5 |
* Parent/Guardians are responsible for meeting participants promptly at 11:30am and for supervision during the lunch break (11:30am-12:30pm)
Intro to Racing4 Week Group Lesson Program
599
tax not included
Ability7-8
Duration5 Hours
Age9-17
2026-27 Intro to Racing
Participants in the March 2027 Intro session must turn 10 no later than January 2027.
| Day/Time | Duration | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sundays 9-11:30am & 12:30-3pm* | 4 Weeks | March 7 |
* Parent/Guardians are responsible for meeting participants promptly at 11:30am and for supervision during the lunch break (11:30am-12:30pm)
Multi-Week Lesson Information and Registration
For Returning Participants
- Registration for Returning Participants begins September 9, 2026.
- Participants in our Multi-Week Lesson Programs during the 2025-2026 season are considered “Returning Participants” for 2026-27 registration.
- Returning participants will receive an email in late summer with instructions on how to register during the Returning Participant Priority Window. Please email instruction@mtbaker.us with any questions.
For New Participants
- New participant registration opens October 5.
- Registration is first-come first-served until programs are full – we recommend signing-up early to secure your spot.
- Lift access and rental equipment are not included in lesson pricing. All lesson participants must have either a season pass or a daily lift ticket. Select programs offer lift access and rental add-on options.
- Part of an instruction program may include RIDING CHAIR LIFTS or TOWS. If the participant rides a chair lift, THEY MAY RIDE ALONE OR WITH OTHER PASSENGERS, including but not limited to an instructor, other students, members of the public, and/or other employees or volunteers. If you have any questions about the use of lifts/tows in a lesson, please email instruction@mtbaker.us prior to registering.
- All programs require a minimum number of participants to run. Some programs and sessions fill quickly, we recommend registering early to secure your spot.
- All participants (or their parent/legal guardian) must complete a Release Agreement prior to participation.
- Before you Go: Check the Lessons and Rentals Report on the morning of your visit for Lesson and Rental locations. Check the Snow Report for conditions and operations updates.