Explore one of four inter-connected peaks of amazing skiing and riding and
world class terrain parks. From the high Alpine bowls of Peak 7 to the best
learning terrain in Colorado, Breckenridge makes alpine adventures a reality.
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Improvements over the past few years include the mining-themed TenMile Station
Restaurant and the nations only double-loading six-passenger chairlift. This
season's improvements are highlighted by a new and improved children's Ski &
Ride School and nursery facility. Located at the base of Peak 9 in The Village
at Breckenridge Resort, the state-of-the-art expansion consolidates check-in,
ticketing, equipment rental, retail and meeting places into one convenient location.
Other improvements include expanded snowmaking, new ski check facilities and
additional snowcats.
After a day on the slopes, enjoy the town of Breckenridge - Colorado's oldest
mining-turned-ski resort. Downtown Breckenridge is one of the state's largest
National Historic Districts, with 171 structures that date back to the town's
mining heyday - over on hundred years ago. The town also has a vibrant nightlife
scene with over 80 bars and restaurants to choose from.
A Breckenridge lift ticket allows access to five of Colorado's top resorts
on one ticket (Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone Resort and Arapahoe
Basin). That's over 11.000 acres of incredible terrain for one great price,
and all easily accessible via a convenient shuttle service. A one or two day
ticket is valid at Breckentridge, Keystone and Ararpahoe Basin; while a three
day or more ticket gives you these three resorts plus at least one day at Vail
or Beaver Creek.
Breckenridge guests can also participate in the PEAKS at Vail Resorts program
(valid at Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek and Keystone). Warn PEAKS points
on select purchases throughout the resorts for memebers only discounts on lift
tickets and special offers all year long. For last minute deals and more information
on the PEAKS card visit the website.
Breckenridge's 500-plus instructors teach the latest techniques in alpine skiing,
telemark skiing and snowboarding. The resort recently enhanced amenities for
beginner skiers and riders with the Quicksilver Super6, a high speed double-loading
six-person chairlift that serves exclusivlty beginner terrain.
Adult ski and snowboard lessons are divided by ablility level, offered in a
half-day of full-day format. Children's lessons begin at age three for skiing
and age seven for snowboarding.
Video analysis is free for intermediate and advanced private, group and signature
classes. Offered though the Enrichment Center located on Peak 9's Sundown run,
a video analysis is a great self-assurance tool for revising new techniques.
A variety of theme days and special adventures are adapted in Breckenridge's
ski school programs for children, making lessons educational and entertaining
while improving skills and raising confidence levels. Theme day topics include
safety, race training and environmental education.
NASTAR races are held each day on Lower American, just below Union Road on
Peak 9. The course is 900 feet long.
The Breckenridge SuperPipe - This super half-pipe features a 15-degree slope,
15 foot high walls and 17-foot transitions and was recently rated the best in
North America by Snowboarder Magazine. It is difficult to miss, towering above
the base of Peak 8.
Freeway Terrain Park - Located on Peak 8, highlights include large park style
jumps, table tops and rail features with music and vending machines.
Gold King - Peak 9 contains an easier park with more subdued hits and features
for the budding free rider / skier.
The Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center's (BOEC) adaptive ski program for
mentally and physcially challenged individuals is one of the most advanced and
personalized in the world. Instruction includes mono-skiing, bi-skiing, sit-skiing,
three-track and four-track skiing and snowboarding. 1.800.383.BOEC
Women's Ski Seminars - Created and taught by and for women, these three-day
seminars address learning needs specific to women.
Silver Skiing Seminar - These unintimidating two-day seminars are specifically
designed for those 50 and older of all skiing abilities and are taught by senior
instructors. Includes guest speakers, video ananlysis and a group dinner with
new-found friends.
Telemark Clinics - These half day and full-day clinics are designed for the
outdoor enthusiast looking to try something new or improving existing skills.
Classes are held Saturdays beginning in January at the Peak 8 Ski School.
Snowboard Sessions - Try a specialized two-day camp during the Vans Triple
Crown of Snowboarding and Chevy Trucks U.S. Snowboard Grand Prix. Participants
will learn proper freestyle technique and advanced riding skills. An event VIP
pass and access to athlete facilities is also included.
Burton Learn to Ride (LTR) - Breckenridge Ski & Ride School and aBuron
Snowboards are offering the board manufacturer's exclusive LTR program which
uses special equipemnt, certified instructors and low instructor-student ratios
to achieve unparalleled success.
Backsountry Skills Workshops / Hut Trips - Babes in the Backcountry provides
women with the tools and knowledge necessary to make educated decisions in the
backcountry in a non-competitive, supportive learning environment. Hut nights,
telemark instuction and meals are included.
Conference and meeting room facilities are available at several Breckenridge
hotel and condominium complexes including:
The Village at Breckenridge - Features 30,000 sq. ft. of conference space,
break-out rooms, ski-in/ski-out access, complete catering, recreational facilities
and audio-visual equipment.
Beaver Run Resort - Offers Breckenridge's largest conference space including
35,000 sq. ft. with 20 break-out rooms and exhibit space. These facilities can
handle 1,000 people receprtion-style and 650 people for banquet-style special
events.
The Great Divide Lodge - - Features 14,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting and
event space accommodating groups as large as 400 reception-style, 300 banquet-style
and 250 classroom style.
Conferees bringing family members or looking to mix business with pleasure,
can arrange for dinner sleigh rides in winter and dinner hay-rides in summer,
dog-sledding, white-water rafting, historical walking tours, four-wheeling and
mine tours. Call 877.864.0868.
On-mountain group activities include BBQ lunches with private seating or coupon
lucnches that let you roam the entire mountain. The staff can help your group
save on lodging, lift tickets, rentals and Ski & Ride School. You can begin
a day at the NASTAR course or finish the evening with a quaint Dinner Sleigh
Ride. All of these activities can be arranged by our Group Lodging & Sales
Managers. Call 1.800.789.7669.
