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Winter Discovery Ski & Snowboard

Learn to ski or snowboard at Gould Academy in Maine with Discovery Ski & Snowboard program
Gould Academy Learn to Ski and Snowboard students take a break from their lesson at Sunday River in Maine

 

YOUR ON-SNOW JOURNEY BEGINS AT GOULD

Gould’s Winter Discovery programs are perfectly designed for students who are new to skiing or snowboarding—or looking for a safe, supportive way to improve. Whether it’s your first time on snow or you’re still finding your balance, our coaches meet you where you are and help build the skills and confidence needed to go further.

 

Join the Pack

 

DEVELOP NEW SKILLS — UNLOCK LIFELONG MEMORIES

EXPERIENCE WINTER LIKE NEVER BEFORE

With Sunday River Resort just minutes from campus, Gould students enjoy unreal access to freshly groomed trails all week long, on terrain tailored to every skill level. Our goal is simple: help students develop the fundamentals to ski or ride confidently while carving a new passion for slopeside adventure.

 

Gould Academy's Winter Discovery Ski program teaches students how to ski at Sunday River, Maine

 

Winter Discovery Skiing

From first turns to full runs, this program is for beginners who want to learn how to ski with skill and control. As confidence builds, students can progress into All-Mountain Skiing, Ski Cross, Ski Patrol or Ski Instructor, Varsity Alpine and more exciting pathways.

Gould Academy's Winter Discovery Snowboard program teaches students how to snowboard at Sunday River in Maine

 

Winter Discovery Snowboard

Whether you’re gearing up for the first time—or looking to refine the basics—this program helps new riders gain comfort and control on the board. Once you're riding independently, you'll have the opportunity to unlock the excitement of next-level programs like All-Mountain Snowboard, Snowboard Instructor or Ski Patrol, Boardercross and more!

 

WINTER ADVENTURE AWAITS

With over 90% of Gould students & faculty skiing or riding daily at Sunday River, the greatest community of friends you'll ever find can be found in the mountains of Maine

MORE THAN A LESSON — A LAUNCHPAD

Gould Academy Learn to Ski coach, Emily Baker, presents awards to learn to ski students

 

EMILY BAKER

Head Coach

 "Everyone starts somewhere, and at Gould, we make sure that start is joyful, safe, and fun! When a student finally makes it down a trail on their own, it’s a big deal — because it means so much more than just learning to ride; they’re discovering what they’re capable of."

 

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BECOME A GOULD HUSKY

There's a champion in all of us, waiting to be unleashed — contact Gould Athletics today and discover where your journey will take you!

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Gould Academy student-athlete advances to all mountain skiing after completing learn to ski

 

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