ALPINE SKIING, SNOWBOARDING, CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING, TELEMARK- AND ADAPTIVE SKIING
Learn a new sport or improve your technique at Levi Ski School
At Levi Ski School, all skill levels are welcome. Learn new techniques, reach your goals, and enjoy the snow with our friendly, qualified instructors who are here to help you progress and have fun.
Private lessons are offered daily throughout the winter season, as well as a comprehensive selection of group courses for different ages. Buy your place at ski school group courses at least 2 days before, and private lessons at the latest 3 days before from our webstore. You can inquire about available courses and lesson places at the ski school office.
Depending on your skill level, you will need a valid ski pass or Leevilandia area ticket for the entire lesson (this does not apply to children under 6 years old wearing helmets), and the necessary equipment.
Private lessons and group courses for the winter season 2026–2027 will go on sale in October 2026.
Private lessons daily
Private lessons are an effective way to get to know a new sport, develop your own skiing skill level and gain confidence in skiing and downhill sports. You can book a private lesson for yourself, your child, your family, a group of friends or company event. Our instructor will provide one-on-one attention and help you work on techniques personalized to your needs at your own pace.
On request, we also organize various private courses, such as freestyle and ski touring lessons, adaptive skiing, a tour of Levi's slopes, or slalom competitions. Choosing a private lesson enables more personalized instruction.
WINTER 2026–2027 PRIVATE LESSON TIMES WILL GO ON SALE IN OCTOBER.
Group Lessons
Our comprehensive selection of weekly courses provides plenty of options to choose from, for all ages and skill levels – for children, teenagers, and adults. The content and learning path adapts to the needs and experience of the group. Group lessons are the perfect way to learn and improve together, at the same pace. It is also a chance to meet new people. Buy from the webstore and secure your place on the course. You can find more detailed course descriptions and times in our webstore. Group courses are held in South Slopes and spoken in Finnish and English.
GROUP COURSE DATES AND PLACES WILL BE ON SALE IN OCTOBER.
Werneri Ski Schools
Werneri Ski School is a Finnish nationwide ski school program for children. You can meet Werneri in over 30 Finnish ski resorts. The goal is to teach children to be versatile and multi-faceted skiers.
There are three different skill levels for skiing:
Mini Snow Werneri (5-6yrs) and Snow Werneri (7-11yrs) - first timers (level 0-green)
For Snowboarding 1 level: Snow Wenreri (7-11yrs) - first timers (level 0-green)
2 and 3-DAYS GROUP LESSONS
Join a group: learn something new, train your skills, gain new friends and let our skilled instructors offer you a memorable experience. Multi-day courses are designed to teach and improve technique, confidence, ability, and safety on the slopes. Lessons will be held primarily in English.
2 or 3-day alpine skiing group lessons are available for children (7-11yrs) and adults (+12yrs) for skill levels first timer, low intermediate and intermediate.
2-day snowboard group lessons are availble from children +12yrs old to adults, for first timer skill level only
FAQ in Levi Ski School
Opening hours
Zero Point at Front Slopes, Hissitie 8 (Ski School office is located Zero Point lobby)
phone +358207960211, email skischool@levi.fi
The office is open daily during the winter season from 9 am to 5 pm, we will be out of the office until 1.October,
South Point at South Slopes, Tievantie 2
Tuition available daily during winter season 13 October 2025 to 2 May 2026 at 10 am - 5.30 pm. Starting times for the lessons are mainly 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm or 4 pm depending on the booking situation. The last lesson of the day ends at 5.30 pm.
Levi Ski School is the only eligible operator to practice commercial ski school activities in the slope areas of Levi Ski Resort. Ski Instructors wear Levi Ski School-signed blue outfits.
Exceptional opening hours on 24 and 25 DEC.
What is my skill level ?
The ski school skill levels helps you find out your skill level and book a lesson that suits for your skill level. Please familiarize yourself with ski school's skill levels in advance.
The information on the webstore's product card states which discipline, skill level and age group the teaching is aimed at. Please note that ski school products purchased on incorrect grounds (e.g. wrong discipline, age recommendation, or skill level) are non-refundable.
Do I need a ski pass?
Yes. Depending on the skill level, you need either an area ticket to Leevilandia or a normal ski pass during the ski school lessons (does not apply for under 6-year-olds wearing helmets during the lesson time). For the first timer level lesson, you need at least a Leevilandia area ticket. A normal ski pass is necessary for already competent skill levels.
Children under 6 years old wearing helmets ski for free when accompanied by an adult with a ski pass.
It is recommended to book ski school lessons well in advance. By purchasing in the webstore in advance, you secure your place for the lesson. Private lessons can be purchased in the webstore no later than 3 days before, and group lessons no later than 2 days before.
Please note that there may be a limited amount of time left when booking on-site.If you want to make a booking inquiry within 48 hours, please contact us by phone or visit us on-site.
Any available course places, please inquire from Ski School office at the latest the previous day by 3 pm.
If the minimum number of participants for the course is not met, the course can be canceled by 3 pm on the previous day, the duration of the course can be shortened, groups can be combined or an exchange can be offered for private tuition.
For safety reasons, you need to have equipment that is correctly adjusted for the user before the lesson begins. Helmet use is mandatory during lessons.
Reserve enough time to collect your rental equipment, in high season approximately 45 min/1 hour. We always authenticate the customer's identity. Please bring your ID or passport.
Should I book a private lesson or a group lesson?
Private lessons allow for individual progress and the flexibility to tailor the instruction to your specific needs and wishes. Private lessons are available in various disciplines and for all skill levels. Early in the season, lessons are held on the Front Slopes, and from 30 November 2026 onwards on the South Slopes.
LESSON DURATION:
50 min 5yrs - adult (only beginning of season 12 OCT - 8 MAR 2026)
40 min children 4-6yrs (9 NOV 2023 - 1 MAY 2027)
1,5 hours (9 NOV 2026 - 1 MAY 2027)
3 tuntia (15 FEB - 25 APR 2027)
If more than one person participates in the same private lesson, all participants must be in the same discipline and at a similar skill level. Please note that large group sizes, significant age differences, or varying skill levels may affect the pace and quality of instruction. Therefore, we recommend having separate instructors for children and adults. For participants requiring additional support, we also recommend private lessons, as they allow for individualized guidance and a learning pace tailored to each learner.
The 3-hour lessons suits for guided skiing and from the low intermediate skill level. For the first-time level, we recommend a maximum of 1.5 hours lesson time.
There is a 40-minute private lesson in alpine/downhill skiing for children from 4 to 6 years old. You can book a 1.5-hour lesson for a 5-year-old who knows/enjoys the skiing already, if you know that the child can handle that time on the slopes or you are having a shared family "ski taster" lesson.
For children age of 6 - 8yrs, we recommend starting snowboarding in a private lesson.
Group courses are available for different skill levels. Each course content and learning path is adapted to the needs and progression of the group.
You will find course descriptions, age limits and starting dates from the Webstore
At what age can a child come to ski school?
The starting age of skiing is completely child-specific, which is affected by e.g. the child's own enthusiasm, motor skills and physical activity. Before booking a ski school lesson for a child, it's good to test ski boots on and familiarize yourself to the children's slope area.
The age limit for a child participating in a 40-minute private skiing lesson is 4 years.
The age limit for a child participating in a 1.5-hour private skiing lesson is 5 years.
The minimum age limits for group courses can be found in the course descriptions from webstore.
Snowboarding group lessons are avlailable from the age of 8 years old, for 6-7-year old children we offer only private lesson in snowboarding. (Inquire directly from Ski School)
What is the difference between Werneri courses and 2-3-day courses?
Werneri Ski School is a Finnish nationwide ski school program for children. You can meet Werneri in over 30 Finnish ski resorts. The goal is to teach children to be versatile and multi-faceted skiers. Werneri courses can be continued at another Finnish ski resort
There are three different skill levels for skiing. Mini Snow Wenreri for 5-6ysr, Snow Werneri for 7-11yrs, Speed 1 and Speed 2 for 5-11yrs old children. Also one skill level for snowboarding Snow Werneri 7-11yrs). Duration are either one time visit (1,5h) or 2-day course (2 x 1,5h). Werneri courses are located in South Slopes and Leevilandia. Werneri courses are bilingual (Finnish & English).
2 or 3-days courses are held at South slopes / South Point. Courses are available for children (7-11yrs) and adults (+12yrs) in alpine skiing and snowboarding (+12yrs - adults), with 3 different skill level in alpine skiing (levels 0-1-2) and 1 skill level (level 0) for snowboarding. The courses run on consecutive days, with 1.5 hours of instruction per day, and the primary language of instruction is English.
Do I need to pay the lesson in advance?
Payments at the ski school office must be made at the time of booking. At the cashier, you may pay with cash (euros) or international credit cards. Prices include VAT. Rights for changes reserved.
For pre-booked private lessons, a confirmation email and a Paytrail payment link will be sent upon booking. If the payment is not received by the due date/time, the reservation will be cancelled.
The booking fee/course fee is = the price of the entire booking/course.
Group lessons/courses can be purchased 2 days in advance from Webstore.
Private lessons can be purchased 3 days in advance from Webstore.
Where are the ski school lessons held?
Lessons are available at the beginning of the season (12.10.- 29.11.2026) at Front Slopes/Zero Point (Hissite 8), and otherwise from December (30.11.) or after the opening of Leevilandia lessons only on the South slopes (South Point, Tievantie 2) until May 1.5.2027.
The easiest way to get to the South Slopes from the centre is by car or by Ski Bus.
Teaching places for first-timers/beginners in South slope area:
Leevilandia with a magic carpet lifts and poma/button lifts in South slope areas. With the more experienced, we proceed to the slopes suitable for the skill level.
In the Front slopea area: Front slope carpet lift and upper Poma/button lift (next to hotel Panorama).
Adaptive skiing lessons are available at the South Slopes.
Prior to your lesson, please ensure that it is paid for, your equipment is ready, and you have purchased an area or lift pass.
Ski School meeting points
Make sure you know where you're supposed to be for lessons. There are two starting points at Levi:
South Slopes/ South Point meeting point: at the bottom of the South Point slope 8.4, on the snow.
Front Slopes/ Zero Point meeting point: Magic Carpet Lift (next to Levi Glacier) or slope side yard of Zero Point building.
The ski school's blue colored "meeting point" flag/sign at the meeting places.
For multiple-day courses, you will find the colored skill level boards in the South Point slope yard. The instructor in the blue uniform asks by name when the lesson starts. The ski school sales will also guide you to the place.
You are responsible for having the equipment, ski pass or area pass ready at the starting point of the lesson at the agreed time.
Medical conditions and pregnancy
Any relevant medical conditions must be notified to the ski school office and the instructor before the lesson begins. We do not recommend any ski school lessons during pregnancy.
Does weather affect the ski school?
There is no weather or temperature limit for ski school lessons. By dressing appropriately in warm winter clothing and taking the weather conditions into account, lessons will generally take place in all conditions. The ski school office will notify you if lessons need to be cancelled due to reasons beyond the ski school’s control.
A full refund is granted for cancellations made 14 days prior to the start of the course/lesson.
For cancellations made within 14 days of the start date, 50% of the paid fee will be refunded.
For cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time, no refund will be issued.
The Ski School will notify participants in advance and offer an alternative option if a group course cannot be held due to an insufficient number of participants.
The booking fee/course fee is = the price of the entire booking/course.
Please note, that a product or service already purchased cannot be exchanged or canceled except in cases of illness against a medical certificate.
For more information, please refer to the Ski School’s privacy policy.
All rights reserved to make changes.
Purchase from Webstore
Lessons are primarily sold in the webstore for alpine skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.
Available skill levels for Skiing and snowboarding: first timer/low intermediate level 0-1, intermediate level 1. Available skill level for cross-country skiing: first timer/low intermediate level 0-1
Private lessons can be purchased in the webstore no later than 3 days before, and group course places must be purchased no later than 2 days before the start of the course.
If you cannot find a suitable time, or skill level in the webstore calendar or are looking for private lessons for telemark, or freestyle skiing, contact us via booking form or by email or phone.
When buying private lessons in the webstore:
select the discipline and the level that matches your skill level.
select carefully your preferred date, the number of participants, the system will show you available times/instructors. (Note that there can be two different time ranges).
In the additional information fields, please indicate the children’s ages and any whishes for the lesson.
If booking multiple lessons, please add each one to your cart separately.
Please note that an already purchased product or service cannot be exchanged, changed or canceled except in cases of illness against a medical certificate.(according to the terms of the contract).
Please note that ski school products purchased on incorrect grounds (e.g. wrong discipline, age recommendation, or skill level) are non-refundable.
Levi Ski School is the only eligible operator to practice commercial ski school activities in the slope areas of Levi Ski Resort.