BUNYIPS 3-6 YEARS SKI PROGRAM
The Bunyip Program is based out of the Buller Kids Centre on level 1 & 2 of the Ski & Snowboard School building. Children love learning to ski in their own area, The Magic Forest, which features two moveable carpets that make learning easy. The small classes give your child personal attention and encourage optimum progress. Qualified child carers support our instructor team when getting the children organised into their class and during snack and meal times to ensure your little one has the best possible care. To help decide what level your child is click here for a guide.
Session Times
Morning registrations and signing in for the Bunyip programs commence 8:30am each morning. The lesson will commence at 9.30am. We highly recommend you arrive early to allow plenty of time to collect your child's registration ticket and complete formalities. All children are required to be signed in by a parent or guardian. It is highly probable you will experience delays if you arrive a few minutes prior to the commencement of the lesson.
From 26th August, Bunyips classes will run for Levels 1 - 4 only and the AM class only.
- ALL DAY: 9:30am - 3:30pm (includes Lunch)
- AM: 9:30am - 1.00pm (includes lunch)
- PM: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Lesson Report Cards
Parents receive a report card from their child’s instructor at the end of the lesson when collecting their child. This provides a a quick overview of the progress and skills taught during the lesson.
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Program SKI
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Snack | Lunch | Report Card | Small Groups | Duration | Complimentary Lift Pass |
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ALL DAY Class | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 6 hours | ✓ |
AM Class | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 hours | ✓ |
PM Class | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.5 hours | ✓ |
Meeting Place
All Bunyip registrations are on Level 2 of the Ski & Snowboard School (Enter via the Magic Forest). You’ll register your children into our care, we’ll label their equipment and complete any other formalities (such as any medical or other special requirements). Groups are formed and your little one introduced to their instructor and group.
Helmets
Helmets are compulsory for all children participating in lessons and are included free with Buller Sports rental packages. A bicycle or motorcycle helmet is not accredited, it must be a ski or board helmet.
Food Requirements & Anaphylactic Conditions
Please provide your own snacks and lunch if your child has special food requirements or suffers from a severe anaphylactic condition. The Ski & Snowboard School are able to cater for basic food allergies and dietary requirements. It should be noted that traces of nuts or other allergens may be present in foods.
Allergies and Medication
If your child requires medication, has an allergy, or is at risk of an anaphylactic reaction, please bring a copy of their Management Plan & the necessary medication.
All children diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis or allergies must have an approved action plan signed by a doctor. Adrenaline kits must be signed into the Centre including the device, any prescribed antihistamine, a signed action plan and a permanent marker in a thermal bag secured to the child.
Please note: failure to provide the Centre with a complete action plan signed by a doctor may result in your child being refused entry into the centre.
BULLER KIDS 7-14 YEARS SKI OR SNOWBOARD PROGRAM
Your kids will have a blast exploring the mountain with our team of specialist kids instructors. The full and half day programs include an unlimited lift ticket. All day and morning lessons include hot lunch & snacks.
Multi-day programs include ski/board race with medal presentation on Thursdays, and a host of other exciting activities. With the Children's Snowsports Progress Card you can monitor the progress of your child and know what group to place them for optimal fun and learning.
For more details about the lesson levels please click here
From 26th August, Buller Kids lessons will run for Levels 1 - 4 only and the AM class only.
Session Times:
- ALL DAY: 9:30am - 3:30pm (includes Lunch)
- AM: 9:30am - 1:00pm (includes lunch)
- PM: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Our online store will have the latest updates around availability.
Product | Program SKI SNB |
Lunch | Progress Card | Duration |
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ALL DAY Class | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 6 hours |
AM Class | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 hours |
PM Class | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | 2 hours |
Meeting Place
Skiers meet in front of the Ski & Snowboard School Building on Bourke Street (Heli Flat) at the numbered flags. Please be at the appropriate meeting place with tickets and equipment at least 10 minutes before the start of the lesson.
Snowboarders meet in front of the Ski & Snowboard School.
Helmets
Helmets are compulsory for all children participating in lessons and are included free with Buller Sports rental packages. A bicycle or motorcycle helmet is not accredited, it must be a ski or board helmet.
Food Requirements & Anaphylactic Conditions
Please provide your own snacks and lunch if your child has special food requirements or suffers from a severe anaphylactic condition. The Ski & Snowboard School are able to cater for basic food allergies and dietary requirements. It should be noted that traces of nuts or other allergens may be present in foods.
Allergies and Medication
If your child requires medication, has an allergy, or is at risk of an anaphylactic reaction, please bring a copy of their Management Plan & the necessary medication.
All children diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis or allergies must have an approved action plan signed by a doctor. Adrenaline kits must be signed into the Centre including the device, any prescribed antihistamine, a signed action plan and a permanent marker in a thermal bag secured to the child.
FAQs
Child Ski & Snowboard Lessons
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All lessons can be purchased online at the Mt Buller online store. Alternatively, they can be purchased in person at any ticket office, Buller Sports locations in Mansfield or Mt Buller, Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
Lift and lesson packages are available at all of the above locations and on the Mt Buller online store.
To ensure you get your preferred lesson option and avoid disappointment, we highly recommend purchasing your lesson online in advance.
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Lift passes can be purchased through the Mt Buller online store and loaded directly onto your B-TAG. Alternatively, they can be purchased in person at any ticket office, Buller Sports location in Mansfield or Mt Buller, at the Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
Lift and lesson packages are available at all of the above venues and at the Mt Buller online store.
- Yes - you are required to collect your lesson ticket for all ski & snowboard lessons. These may be collected prior to the start of your lesson at any ticket office, Buller Sports location in Mansfield or Mt Buller, at the Altitude retail store, or at the Ski and Snowboard School front desk.
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Ski and snowboard lesson tickets within our children's programs provide important information, such as emergency contact details, child's name, age and any allergy conditions. This assists our team to ensure we deliver the highest standards of care.
Lesson tickets also allow our team to verify your purchase within the meeting place and assist you in finding the correct lesson.
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All Bunyip program registrations are on Level 2 of the Ski and Snowboard School (enter via the Magic Forest). You'll sign your children into our care, we'll label their equipment and complete any other requirements). Groups are formed and your child is introduced to their instructor and group.
Registration for ALL DAY and morning sessions commence from 8.30am - 9.15am.
Afternoon lesson registrations commence from 1pm.
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We do not offer snowboard lessons for children under 7 years of age.
Young children learning to snowboard requires a large amount of individual attention and is best suited to be delivered by a private lesson.
Private lessons provide an ideal learning environment and one-on-one attention that young children require for maximum value.
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Buller Kids skiers meet in front of the Ski and Snowboard School building on Bourke Street (Heli Flat) at the numbered flags. Please be at the appropriate meeting place with lesson tickets, your B-TAG and equipment at least 10 minutes before the start of the lesson.
Buller Kids snowboarders meet at the purple flag in front of ABOM restaurant (Bourke Street).
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Children in our Buller Kids (7 – 14) programs require ski poles from Level 4 (Orange Echidna) and above. Ski poles are a hindrance to learning for children in lower levels.
Children in our Bunyip (3 – 6) program require ski poles from Level 5 (Brown Cockies).
Children in our snowboard programs do not require ski poles.
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If your child requires medication, has an allergy, or is at risk of an anaphylactic reaction, please bring a copy of their Management Plan & the necessary medication.
All children diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis or allergies must have an approved action plan signed by a doctor. Adrenaline kits must be signed into the centre including the device, any prescribed antihistamine, a signed action plan and a permanent marker in a thermal bag secured to the child.
Children within our Buller Kids (7 – 14) program are required to carry their own medication and action plan.
Please ensure your child’s instructor is notified of any anaphylaxis at the start of the lesson.
We recommend if your child has severe allergies, to provide your own snacks and lunch. Our team will assist with this process.
The Ski and Snowboard School are able to cater for basic food allergies and dietary requirements. It should be noted that traces of nuts or other allergens may be present in foods.
- Check out the Find Your Level page to help you determine this. Your instructor on your first day will also talk to you and ask questions to determine your skill level.
- If you miss your lesson you will not be entitled to a refund or credit. Please see the Terms and Conditions for more detail.
- Helmets are compulsory for all children participating in lessons and are included free with Buller Sports rental packages. A bicycle or motorcycle helmet is not accredited, it must be a ski or board helmet.
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Buller Sports is conveniently located within the Ski & Snowboard School building and offers ski & snowboard rentals for all ages.
Goggles, gloves and other accessories may be purchased from retail outlets in the Ski and Snowboard School building. Drinks and snacks are also
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Your Season Membership is your unlimited access to the lift network at Mt Buller all snow season.
The Ski & Snowboard School has 'lesson only' products available for all Adult lessons and full and half-day Buller Kids (7-14 yr olds) programs that can be purchased separately from lift passes (not available for Bunyips 3-6yr olds). Season Membership holders enjoy a 10% discount on Ski & Snowboard School group lessons and select private lessons (conditions apply. Not valid for Bunyips programs or seasonal programs).
Discounts can be applied online by using your discount code, located at the bottom of your Season Membership email confirmation receipt.
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The Bunyips program is for ages 3-6, and is ski only*. The program offers smaller groups, and is based on levels 1 & 2 of the Ski and Snowboard School building. The Buller Kids program is for ages 7-14, and is available for both skiers and snowboarders.
To determine your child's level, head to Find Your Level page.
*Snowboard group lessons are unavailable for Kids under the age of 7. Private Lessons must be booked for children 6 years and under wanting a snowboard lesson.
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All* Morning and ALL-DAY Bunyips and Buller Kids Lessons include lunch at the ABOM restaurant. Bunyips and Buller Kids Afternoon lessons do not include lunch.
*unless otherwise specified, please read the product description prior to purchase.
- The Bunyips lift + lesson products include a complimentary full mountain lift pass! Therefore there is no "Lesson Only" option for Bunyips.
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Morning registrations for the Bunyip programs commence at 8:30am each morning. We highly recommend you arrive early to allow plenty of time to purchase tickets and register. It is very likely you will experience delays if you arrive a few minutes prior to the commencement of the lesson.
Afternoon registrations commence from 1pm.
- The Creche will not be operating for the 2024 Winter Season.
- Please see our Refund and Cancellation Policy in the Terms & Conditions section of the website for details.