First-timers
Cardrona Ski & Snowboard Learners Passes
First-timers and learners are well taken care of at Cardrona with our Beginners’ Area, equipped to make your first day on snow as easy as possible. Book your First-timer Packages and Learner Passes today!
Best way to learn
Passes and Packages
Explore our First-Timer Packages and Learners Passes here, or enquire about our first-timer private lessons.
Dedicated beginners’ learning area
Professional and certified instructors
New Zealand’s largest ski area
World-class Snow Sports School
Beginners paradise
Why Cardrona
With facilities like our Learner Conveyor tunnel, a Beginners’ Area close to our Base, gentle learner runs, a dedicated Kids’ Conveyor, and of course our amazing Snow Sports School, there’s no better place to learn to ski or snowboard!
Buy a learners pass to give you access to our beginner's area at a reduced price or opt for a First Timer Package to get instruction and top tips from our Snow Sports School.
Pricing Breakdown
Discover prices for Learner Passes, First-Timer Packages and add-on bundles.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Accelerated one on one learning
Private Lessons
For the most flexibility, the best value, and the best way to learn to ski or snowboard.
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Group Lessons
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced skier or rider
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