🏂 First-Time Smiles, Lasting Memories
The joy on students’ faces as they glide down the slopes for the first time is truly infectious! At Dagmar, our friendly, patient, and highly experienced instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all students. Whether it’s their first time or they’re building on existing skills, every child is supported and encouraged.
👨🏫 Inclusive, Skill-Based Instruction
We proudly teach students of all ages and abilities—no athletic background required! Skiing and snowboarding are inclusive winter sports that welcome children from all backgrounds, including those with special needs. Our beginner-friendly terrain features a Magic Carpet Lift (a moving conveyor belt) and wide-open Bunny Hill slopes. Every student begins their day with a group lesson and receives a color-coded terrain sticker to indicate where they can ski safely.
🎿 Personalized Group Lessons
At Dagmar, we believe in group instruction, not station-based teaching. Each group is assigned its own instructor, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive learning environment. After the lesson, students are monitored by our Ski Patrol to ensure they remain on appropriate terrain. Later in the day, students on the Bunny Hill will have the chance to upgrade their skills with a second evaluation by one of our Instructors and may even progress to more advanced slopes accessed by our chairlifts!
🏠 Warm Lodge & Great Food
Our family-friendly lodge offers a cozy space for students to warm up and enjoy delicious meals and treats from our cafeteria. Teachers can relax in the lounge while keeping an eye on students, thanks to large windows overlooking the beginner terrain.
🚌Flexible School Trips & After-School Clubs
Bring your students for a single-day adventure or watch them grow into confident skiers over multiple visits! Our after-school ski clubs are a popular option, with 5–6 evening sessions available.
Accessible Skiing and Snowboarding – Special Needs and Accommodations
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy skiing and snowboarding. For some, this means one-on-one instructor support; for others, it may require certified adaptive instructors and specialized equipment.
Skiing and snowboarding are high-risk sports involving speed, physical exertion, and dynamic environments. To ensure safety, it’s essential to communicate any support needs clearly and early in the registration process.
Additional or adaptive support may be needed for individuals with visual or physical impairments, or those who are neurodiverse or developmentally diverse. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, or Muscular Dystrophy.
Disclosing support needs during registration helps us assess how best to accommodate each guest and determine whether our setting is appropriate for a safe experience. Our instructors are not certified in CADS adaptive skiing or snowboarding. If adaptive instruction is required, we recommend contacting Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS) at www.cadsontario.ca, which offers programs at eight partner locations in Ontario.
Safety is our top priority. In some cases, we may need to modify, decline, or cancel a registration or lift ticket if we determine that we cannot safely meet a guest’s needs—especially in group lessons. These decisions are made with safety in mind.
We ask for respectful communication at all times. Aggressive or disrespectful behavior toward staff will not be tolerated.
Let’s work together to ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone on the slopes.
Pricing
Pricing is available for packages ranging from one to six visits. For current season rates and availability, please contact our Snow School office directly or fill out the request form below.
📅 Booking & Preparing for Your Trip
✅ Steps to Book
- Reserve your dates and arrange transportation. Contact us via email or phone to confirm.
- Receive your Confirmation Package, including:
- Arrival date & time
- Contact info
- Estimated group numbers
- Parental Consent Forms
📝 Before Your Visit
- Collect signed Parental Consent Forms for each student and supervisor (2 copies: one for Dagmar, one for your school).
- Complete the Participant Information Chart (Excel format provided or create your own).
- Submit the chart one week before your visit to: snowschool@skidagmar.com (Include # of skiers vs snowboarders for instructor planning.)
🧑🏫 Pre-Trip Student Meeting Topics
- Proper attire & nutrition
- Lift use & arrival procedures
- Alpine Responsibility Code
- Lesson & break expectations
- Behaviour & supervision
- Your school’s policies
Visit our Safety & Risk Awareness page
🧾 Participant Information Chart
This chart helps us organize rental equipment efficiently. You may use our template or create your own. (Must be in excel format)
Excel Spreadsheet Sample Chart
School Name: ________________________________ Date: __________________________
Booking Teacher: _________________________________ Email: _______________________________
Arrival Time to Hill: _____________________________ Departure: ___________________________
| First Name | Last Name | Age | Height | Weight | Shoe Size | Skiing | Snowboarding | Not Renting | Renting w/o Helmet | Renting w/ Helmet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike | Lam | 12 | 5’2” | 100lbs | 7 | * | * |
🚌 Arrival Procedures
- Stay on the bus until greeted by Snow School staff. Trip organizer receives lift tickets and submits original consent forms.
- Non-renters: Store gear outside, bags on chalet shelves, proceed to lesson area.
- Renters: Line up at rental stairs, get fitted, and head to lesson area.
- Assign teacher/volunteer helpers to assist in rentals. Trip organizer proceeds to Snow School Office to pay.
Leave valuables at home—Dagmar is not responsible for lost items.
🕓 Departure Procedures
- Return rentals via Rental Exit Door.
- Assign helpers to assist with gear return.
- Designate a waiting area for students.
- Request announcements at Customer Service if needed.
💡 Helpful Info & Tips
- Students must follow all safety protocols.
- Know the locations of washrooms and meeting spots.
- Keep a school rep available in the Main Chalet.
- No equipment in the chalet—use outdoor racks.
- Coin lockers available: $0.50 per entry.
- Ski Patrol available via Lift Attendants, Snow School, or Customer Service.
- Lunch: Eat at outdoor picnic tables or in the cafeteria.
- No switching activities—consent forms are activity-specific.
Ready to Plan Your Trip?
Let us help you create an unforgettable winter experience for your students.
📍 Contact Us Dagmar Snow School Office
📞 Phone: 905-649-2002 ext. 22
📧 Email: snowschool@skidagmar.com
Take your students to the slopes for an active learning experience they’ll never forget. Part learning, all fun, Schools On Snow Ontario incorporates curriculum objectives, builds skills and provides students an educational, empowering and fun activity.
