Parent Tips

Hitting the slopes with the wee ones can be an organizational challenge. Our goal is to ensure you have a great day out on the slopes. Here’s some tips to help ensure your day goes smoothly.

When possible, book ahead. Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance (earlier for major holidays). Space fills up quickly, but walk-ins are always welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be made by calling (209) 753-2301 ext 777.

Arrive early! Plan to arrive at least 1 hour (1.5+ hours on weekends/holidays) before your planned lesson time. Late arrivals may forfeit their reservation or be placed in a later class.

Dress your child in layers. If the weather changes, they will be able to add or remove clothes as the weather conditions may change.

Make sure your child has eye protection- sunglasses or goggles for sunny days and goggles for cloudy/snowy days work best.

Helmets are available with all child lesson packages.

Make sure your child has had a good night’s rest and breakfast.

Your child will be placed in a group according to age and/or ability. Once on the hill, classes often shift to accommodate different ability levels.

Childcare facilities for my infant-3?
Kids 4-8 will love our Kids Club where they will learn the fun of snowsports and enjoying breaks in our club house.  The KidsClub offers both full day and half day programs. For younger kids (0-3) you may contact the main office at 209.753.2301 x732, they are happy to try and arrange a local sitter during your visit to Bear Valley. The main office manages a list of local babysitters (typically teen-age children of employees), that are experienced watching young children and infants that are not quite ready for “KidsClub”. Babysitters are welcomed to use the “Play Center” facility located on the second floor of the Main Office to care for your children. The Play Center offers children’s games, arts & crafts, movies and an indoor play structure to ensure your kids are having a great time while you dig into the steep and deep. Rates are $10.00 per hour, per child. Parents will pay babysitters directly. Availability is limited; we recommend that you contact our main office at least one week in advance.

One Stop Shopping is available at the Rental Center and Snowsports Center. Save time by purchasing tickets, lessons & rentals  for the whole family!

Parents are encouraged to take an interest in their children’s development. However, kids often become distracted (and sometimes distressed) when they see Mom & Dad during their lesson. We ask parents to watch from a distance while kids are participating in any lessons.

Parents are expected to stay at the resort and be available. If your child becomes sick or injured during the course of the day, we make every effort to contact you and ask that you respond as quickly as possible. Pages will be made over a loud speaker inside the day lodge, and signs will be posted at the top of every available lift.