• Free first-timer lessons and rentals are not available at Arapahoe Basin.

5th & 6th Grade School of Shred FAQ’s

Q: WHAT IS SCHOOL OF SHRED?
It is a FREE program for 5th & 6th graders that provides skiing/riding at each of the state’s top-ranked resorts; Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin.  It also includes a FREE first-timer lesson & rental.

Q: WHAT'S THE POINT?
Skiing should be a rite of passage for every child lucky enough to be raised in Colorado, and this program will help make that happen. The program also helps young people stay physically active during winter months.

Q: HOW OFTEN CAN 5TH AND 6TH GRADE SCHOOL OF SHRED PASS HOLDERS USE THEIR PASS?
The School of Shred pass provides 4 days of skiing or snowboarding at each of the state’s top-ranked resorts; Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin.

Q: WHERE MAY I OBTAIN A SCHOOL OF SHRED PASS?
Passes can be obtained at any Front Range or Resort season pass sales location or event.

Q: WHEN CAN I SIGN UP?
5th and 6th graders can register now thru November 18, 2012. A parent/guardian must be present when signing up.

Q: WILL YOU RUN OUT OF PASSES BEFORE I CAN SIGN UP?
No we want every 5th & 6th grader to have an opportunity to ski and ride for free this season.  However, the deadline to get this great offer is November 18, 2012.

Q: ONCE I HAVE MY PASS, HOW DO I USE IT?
Simply go directly to the lift on each day you plan to ski or ride.

Q: WHAT IF MY 5th OR 6TH GRADER DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO SKI OR SNOWBOARD? WHAT ABOUT EQUIPMENT?
No problem, the program offers a FREE first-timer lesson and rental and you do not need to make advanced reservations. Simply bring your School of Shred pass to the ski and snowboard school of your choice when you’re ready to redeem your free lesson. For more information please call:
• Vail/Beaver Creek: 800.475.4543
• Breckenridge: 888.576.2754
• Keystone: 800.255.3715
First-timer lessons and rentals will be provided from 11/27/12 – 12/17/12, as well as the entire month of January as a part of “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month.”  The free rental and first-timer lesson must be redeemed at the same time and are only valid for a one time use.  Free first-timer lessons and rentals are not available at Arapahoe Basin.

Q: HOW MUCH DO THE PASSES COST?
School of Shred passes are FREE for all 5th and 6th graders!

Q: WHICH RESORTS ARE PARTICIPATING IN THE SCHOOL OF SHRED PROGRAM?
The state’s top-ranked resorts participating are Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin.

Q: IF I DIDN'T PARTICIPATE IN THE 5TH GRADE SCHOOL OF SHRED PROGRAM LAST YEAR, CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE IN THE 6TH GREADE SCHOOL OF SHRED PROGRAM?
Absolutely! We would love for you to join us.

Q: ARE THERE ANY BLACKOUT DATES/RESTRICTIONS?
Not for the lift access. The lesson is only available from 11/27/12 – 12/17/12, as well as the entire month of January as a part of “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month” though.

Q: HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO PROCESS THE PASS?
When you go to a Front Range or Resort Pass sales location or any special event you will go home with your new pass that very day.

Q: HOW DO I GET MY PASS?
Bring your 5th or 6th grade report card to a Front Range or Resort season pass sales location or any special event by November 4, 2012.  Get your photo taken and your first-timer lesson and rental are automatically loaded on your pass.  Go home with your free pass!  It’s that easy.

Q: WHAT IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM?
Call 800.842.8062