Skiing With Kids: Expert Tips for Ski Parents Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:05:14 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598097 en-us © 2026 Skiing With Kids: Expert Tips for Ski Parents yes 95c2ac36-2243-5a02-a963-ac6a9c44a0e9 Jessica Averett | Ski Instructor, Ski Mom & Founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski episodic false Teaching kids to ski doesn't have to be a battle of wills at the top of a run, a meltdown in the lift line, or a day that ends with everyone in tears — including you.


Welcome to Skiing with Kids, the podcast for every ski parent who wants to raise kids who genuinely love the mountain. I'm Jessica Averett, a professional ski expert with over 20 years of experience teaching kids to ski, a mom of five kids I taught to ski before age three, and someone who has spent two decades watching families transform their ski days from stressful to spectacular.  


Whether you're trying to teach kids to ski for the very first time, troubleshoot why your six-year-old suddenly hates skiing, or figure out how to actually enjoy a ski day instead of just surviving it — this is your show.


Each episode, I'm bringing you real, practical, been-there-done-that advice on skiing with kids at every age and stage. We'll dig into ski technique, gear that actually works, how to handle the hard days on the mountain, resort tips, and the mindset shifts that make all the difference when you're a ski parent trying to raise confident little skiers.


No fluff. No generic advice. Just honest, expert guidance from someone who has taught thousands of kids to ski and raised five of her own — and knows that the best ski days of your family's life are absolutely possible.

This is Skiing with Kids. Let's get your family on the mountain.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Skiing with kids, family skiing, ski trip, ski school, ski holiday, learn to ski Jessica Averett | Ski Instructor, Ski Mom & Founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski https://storage.buzzsprout.com/177rxkctrio5bmvz5wo0dijq4wok?.jpg Skiing With Kids: Expert Tips for Ski Parents The End-of-Season Gear Routine Every Ski Family Needs The End-of-Season Gear Routine Every Ski Family Needs The ski season may be winding down, but what you do now with your gear determines how next season starts. In this episode, Jessica — PSIA-certified ski instructor and mom of five — walks ski parents through a complete end-of-season gear care routine: from storage wax for your skis to washing and drying all your soft gear before it goes in a bin. Whether you're teaching kids to ski or just trying to protect a significant gear investment, this episode is your spring checklist.

What You'll Learn

  • Why storage wax matters and how to apply it (or what to ask for at a shop)
  • How to fully dry boots before storage — and why this is the most important thing you'll do all spring
  • How to wash technical ski gear without damaging waterproofing or insulation
  • When to replace a helmet — the answer might surprise you
  • How to do an end-of-season kid gear inventory and why spring is the best time to buy for next season

Resources & Links

  • First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski — skiingkid.com
  • Nikwax Tech Wash (for waterproof shells and bibs)
  • Nikwax TX.Direct (DWR re-treatment)

Key Takeaway "The way you store your gear is the way it greets you at the start of next season. Put it away right, and next fall feels like Christmas morning."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
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Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> The ski season may be winding down, but what you do now with your gear determines how next season starts. In this episode, Jessica — PSIA-certified ski instructor and mom of five — walks ski parents through a complete end-of-season gear care routine: from storage wax for your skis to washing and drying all your soft gear before it goes in a bin. Whether you're teaching kids to ski or just trying to protect a significant gear investment, this episode is your spring checklist.

What You'll Learn

  • Why storage wax matters and how to apply it (or what to ask for at a shop)
  • How to fully dry boots before storage — and why this is the most important thing you'll do all spring
  • How to wash technical ski gear without damaging waterproofing or insulation
  • When to replace a helmet — the answer might surprise you
  • How to do an end-of-season kid gear inventory and why spring is the best time to buy for next season

Resources & Links

  • First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski — skiingkid.com
  • Nikwax Tech Wash (for waterproof shells and bibs)
  • Nikwax TX.Direct (DWR re-treatment)

Key Takeaway "The way you store your gear is the way it greets you at the start of next season. Put it away right, and next fall feels like Christmas morning."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18963663 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0600 1266 1 17 full false The 20-Minute Assessment That Makes Next Season So Much Easier The 20-Minute Assessment That Makes Next Season So Much Easier Most ski parents pack up at the end of the season and try to reconstruct where their kids left off come October, and that gap costs them days on the mountain every single year. In this episode, Jessica shares the end-of-season assessment she uses both as a PSIA-certified ski instructor and as a ski parent herself, so you can capture exactly where your kids are while it's still fresh. If you're serious about how to ski with kids in a way that builds real, lasting progress, this is the episode you didn't know you needed.

What You'll Learn

  • Why doing a simple skills and terrain assessment at the end of ski season is one of the best family skiing tips you'll ever act on — and why waiting until fall means you'll be guessing
  • The three-bucket framework every ski parent can use to teach kids to ski with intention: Mastered, Working On, and Still to Come
  • The core skills to assess when evaluating children learning to ski — from balance and stopping to parallel turns and chairlift confidence
  • How to document the actual runs at your local mountain so you know exactly where to start next season instead of starting over
  • How to use your end-of-season notes in the fall to pick up right where you left off — the single biggest thing that separates families who make steady progress from those who feel like they're back at square one every year

Key Takeaway

"The notes you take right now are the bridge between this season and next. Don't skip the bridge."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Most ski parents pack up at the end of the season and try to reconstruct where their kids left off come October, and that gap costs them days on the mountain every single year. In this episode, Jessica shares the end-of-season assessment she uses both as a PSIA-certified ski instructor and as a ski parent herself, so you can capture exactly where your kids are while it's still fresh. If you're serious about how to ski with kids in a way that builds real, lasting progress, this is the episode you didn't know you needed.

What You'll Learn

  • Why doing a simple skills and terrain assessment at the end of ski season is one of the best family skiing tips you'll ever act on — and why waiting until fall means you'll be guessing
  • The three-bucket framework every ski parent can use to teach kids to ski with intention: Mastered, Working On, and Still to Come
  • The core skills to assess when evaluating children learning to ski — from balance and stopping to parallel turns and chairlift confidence
  • How to document the actual runs at your local mountain so you know exactly where to start next season instead of starting over
  • How to use your end-of-season notes in the fall to pick up right where you left off — the single biggest thing that separates families who make steady progress from those who feel like they're back at square one every year

Key Takeaway

"The notes you take right now are the bridge between this season and next. Don't skip the bridge."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18948735 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0600 953 1 15 full false What the 2026 Winter Olympics Can Teach Parents What the 2026 Winter Olympics Can Teach Parents Episode Summary: The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina just wrapped up, and  and ski instructor and mom of five Jessica Averett was watching with a very specific lens. In this episode, Jessica pulls four powerful lessons from the Games and translates them directly into practical, usable advice for ski parents at every level. From Chloe Kim's mentorship of Gaon Choi, to Federica Brignone's comeback from injury, to Eileen Gu's refusal to let others define her success — the stories coming out of Italy have a lot to say about what really matters when you're teaching kids to ski.

What You'll Learn:

  • Why your goal as a ski parent should be raising a skier who doesn't need you — and how to actually do it
  • How your reaction to your child's falls shapes their relationship with risk for years
  • Why regression is normal, how long comebacks take, and how to stay out of the way
  • How to let your child define success on the mountain instead of imposing your own definition on them


  • "The best thing you can do as a ski parent is raise a skier who eventually doesn't need you."
  • "Every fall is a data point. Treat it like one."
  • "A kid who makes it to the magic carpet and has a blast is building something worth more than dragging them up a chairlift before they're ready."
  • "The comeback doesn't announce itself. It comes when the foundation is ready."
  • "Your job is to create the conditions where your kid's version of success can happen — not impose yours on top of it."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Episode Summary: The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina just wrapped up, and  and ski instructor and mom of five Jessica Averett was watching with a very specific lens. In this episode, Jessica pulls four powerful lessons from the Games and translates them directly into practical, usable advice for ski parents at every level. From Chloe Kim's mentorship of Gaon Choi, to Federica Brignone's comeback from injury, to Eileen Gu's refusal to let others define her success — the stories coming out of Italy have a lot to say about what really matters when you're teaching kids to ski.

What You'll Learn:

  • Why your goal as a ski parent should be raising a skier who doesn't need you — and how to actually do it
  • How your reaction to your child's falls shapes their relationship with risk for years
  • Why regression is normal, how long comebacks take, and how to stay out of the way
  • How to let your child define success on the mountain instead of imposing your own definition on them


  • "The best thing you can do as a ski parent is raise a skier who eventually doesn't need you."
  • "Every fall is a data point. Treat it like one."
  • "A kid who makes it to the magic carpet and has a blast is building something worth more than dragging them up a chairlift before they're ready."
  • "The comeback doesn't announce itself. It comes when the foundation is ready."
  • "Your job is to create the conditions where your kid's version of success can happen — not impose yours on top of it."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18878146 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0600 1119 1 14 full false Choosing the RIGHT Season Pass for Next Season Choosing the RIGHT Season Pass for Next Season Episode Summary

Skiing with kids is expensive — and buying the wrong season pass can cost your family hundreds of dollars before you ever click into a binding. In this episode, Jessica Averett, a PSIA-certified ski instructor and ski mom of five, breaks down the four major multi-resort passes (Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy) so you can stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan. She covers every tier, every price point, and the exact questions every ski parent needs to ask before buying.

What You'll Learn

  • The critical difference between the full Ikon Pass and the Ikon Base Pass — and which one is actually the better deal for your family based on when and where you ski
  • How Epic's new teen and young adult pricing changes the family math, and how to decide between the full Epic Pass and the Epic Local Pass when you're trying to teach kids to ski without breaking the bank
  • Which passes deliver the best family skiing tips for specific regions — Utah, Colorado, Vermont, and California — so you stop paying for resorts you'll never use
  • Why the Mountain Collective is ideal for families who travel intentionally to world-class mountains, and why the Indy Pass is the smartest option for children learning to ski at smaller, less crowded resorts
  • The one thing every ski parent must do before the price goes up — and why spring is the only time to buy

Resources & Links

Key Takeaway

"The right pass is the one that matches how and where your family actually skis — not the one with the most resorts on the brochure."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Episode Summary

Skiing with kids is expensive — and buying the wrong season pass can cost your family hundreds of dollars before you ever click into a binding. In this episode, Jessica Averett, a PSIA-certified ski instructor and ski mom of five, breaks down the four major multi-resort passes (Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy) so you can stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan. She covers every tier, every price point, and the exact questions every ski parent needs to ask before buying.

What You'll Learn

  • The critical difference between the full Ikon Pass and the Ikon Base Pass — and which one is actually the better deal for your family based on when and where you ski
  • How Epic's new teen and young adult pricing changes the family math, and how to decide between the full Epic Pass and the Epic Local Pass when you're trying to teach kids to ski without breaking the bank
  • Which passes deliver the best family skiing tips for specific regions — Utah, Colorado, Vermont, and California — so you stop paying for resorts you'll never use
  • Why the Mountain Collective is ideal for families who travel intentionally to world-class mountains, and why the Indy Pass is the smartest option for children learning to ski at smaller, less crowded resorts
  • The one thing every ski parent must do before the price goes up — and why spring is the only time to buy

Resources & Links

Key Takeaway

"The right pass is the one that matches how and where your family actually skis — not the one with the most resorts on the brochure."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18868362 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0600 1647 1 13 full false Don't Take Your Kid Down That Run Yet: How to Know When They're Actually Ready Don't Take Your Kid Down That Run Yet: How to Know When They're Actually Ready Episode Summary

One of the biggest mistakes ski parents make is pushing kids onto harder terrain before they're actually ready — and it can undo months of progress in a single run. In this episode, Jessica Averett breaks down exactly how to know when your child is ready to move up, from the bunny hill all the way to black diamonds. She walks through five key questions every ski parent should ask before bumping up the difficulty, plus the specific skills that need to be in place at each terrain level. Whether your kid is transitioning from green to blue or blue to black, this episode gives you a clear, practical framework so you can make that call with confidence — and protect your child's love of skiing in the process.

What You'll Learn

  • The #1 mistake ski parents make when skiing with kids — and why it can send kids home in tears saying they hate skiing
  • Five questions to ask yourself before moving your child to harder terrain
  • The non-negotiable skills every child needs before leaving the beginner hill (stop, turn, get up — and why rushing these costs you later)
  • What side slipping is, why it matters, and how to teach it before your child ever sets foot on a blue run
  • The green-to-blue transition: what's physical, what's mental, and how to handle both
  • Why the easy blue to hard blue jump is the first real terrain difficulty spike — and what parallel skills need to be in place before you get there
  • The full checklist of skills kids need before skiing their first black diamond
  • Practical strategies for encouraging kids on new terrain: how to ski it together so they actually feel successful

Resources and Links

Key Takeaway

"Skiing with kids is a long-haul game. When you rush the terrain progression, you get tears and resistance and kids who stop wanting to ski. When you're patient and intentional, you get a kid who reaches the top of a blac

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Episode Summary

One of the biggest mistakes ski parents make is pushing kids onto harder terrain before they're actually ready — and it can undo months of progress in a single run. In this episode, Jessica Averett breaks down exactly how to know when your child is ready to move up, from the bunny hill all the way to black diamonds. She walks through five key questions every ski parent should ask before bumping up the difficulty, plus the specific skills that need to be in place at each terrain level. Whether your kid is transitioning from green to blue or blue to black, this episode gives you a clear, practical framework so you can make that call with confidence — and protect your child's love of skiing in the process.

What You'll Learn

  • The #1 mistake ski parents make when skiing with kids — and why it can send kids home in tears saying they hate skiing
  • Five questions to ask yourself before moving your child to harder terrain
  • The non-negotiable skills every child needs before leaving the beginner hill (stop, turn, get up — and why rushing these costs you later)
  • What side slipping is, why it matters, and how to teach it before your child ever sets foot on a blue run
  • The green-to-blue transition: what's physical, what's mental, and how to handle both
  • Why the easy blue to hard blue jump is the first real terrain difficulty spike — and what parallel skills need to be in place before you get there
  • The full checklist of skills kids need before skiing their first black diamond
  • Practical strategies for encouraging kids on new terrain: how to ski it together so they actually feel successful

Resources and Links

Key Takeaway

"Skiing with kids is a long-haul game. When you rush the terrain progression, you get tears and resistance and kids who stop wanting to ski. When you're patient and intentional, you get a kid who reaches the top of a blac

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18859650 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0600 1307 1 12 full true Do Edgie Wedgies Actually Work? A Ski Instructors Honest Take Do Edgie Wedgies Actually Work? A Ski Instructors Honest Take Episode Summary

If you've ever stood on a bunny slope repeating "make a pizza!" while your kid stares at you blankly, this episode is going to change your next ski day. Jessica breaks down the Edgie Wedgie — a $12 ski tip connector that she's carried in her jacket pocket for 17 years — and explains exactly why it's one of the most effective tools for skiing with kids under six. Every ski parent needs to hear this before their next trip to the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • What an Edgie Wedgie actually is and how it works to teach kids to ski faster and with less frustration
  • Why "spread your legs" works better than "make a pizza" when children learning to ski are just starting out
  • The simple tension trick that tells you exactly when to take it off — one of the most practical family skiing tips in this episode
  • Who should (and shouldn't) use one, and why it's only recommended for kids six and under
  • What to avoid when buying a ski tip connector — and the one mistake that permanently damaged a pair of skis

Key Takeaway

"You've taken an abstract concept they couldn't figure out and turned it into a physical action they already know how to do."

About Your Host

Jessica Averett is a PSIA-certified ski instructor with over 20 years of experience teaching kids ski lessons to hundreds of children — and to all five of her own kids, most of whom were skiing before age three. She shares everything she knows about how to ski with kids at skiingkid.com.

Resources & Links

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Episode Summary

If you've ever stood on a bunny slope repeating "make a pizza!" while your kid stares at you blankly, this episode is going to change your next ski day. Jessica breaks down the Edgie Wedgie — a $12 ski tip connector that she's carried in her jacket pocket for 17 years — and explains exactly why it's one of the most effective tools for skiing with kids under six. Every ski parent needs to hear this before their next trip to the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • What an Edgie Wedgie actually is and how it works to teach kids to ski faster and with less frustration
  • Why "spread your legs" works better than "make a pizza" when children learning to ski are just starting out
  • The simple tension trick that tells you exactly when to take it off — one of the most practical family skiing tips in this episode
  • Who should (and shouldn't) use one, and why it's only recommended for kids six and under
  • What to avoid when buying a ski tip connector — and the one mistake that permanently damaged a pair of skis

Key Takeaway

"You've taken an abstract concept they couldn't figure out and turned it into a physical action they already know how to do."

About Your Host

Jessica Averett is a PSIA-certified ski instructor with over 20 years of experience teaching kids ski lessons to hundreds of children — and to all five of her own kids, most of whom were skiing before age three. She shares everything she knows about how to ski with kids at skiingkid.com.

Resources & Links

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18832619 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0600 1018 1 11 full false The Case for Spring Skiing: Softer Snow, Shorter Lines, & Happier Kids The Case for Spring Skiing: Softer Snow, Shorter Lines, & Happier Kids If you've been skiing with kids in the middle of winter and wondering why it feels so hard, this episode is going to change how you plan your ski season. Jessica breaks down exactly why spring is the single best time of year for a ski parent to take their family to the mountain — and what you need to do differently to make the most of it.

What You'll Learn

  • Why spring conditions — softer snow, warmer temps, and smaller crowds — make it dramatically easier to teach kids to ski and build real confidence on the mountain
  • The one timing mistake most families make on spring ski days (and the simple fix that transforms how children learning to ski experience their first runs)
  • How to layer your kids for fluctuating spring temps so they stay comfortable all day — because a cold, wet kid is a done kid
  • The family skiing tips that turn a regular ski day into a core memory: tailgate lunches, costumes, resort events, and why they matter more than extra vertical feet
  • Why getting a spring wax and following the sun are two of the most overlooked how to ski with kids strategies that actually affect how your kids feel on their skis

Learn More

Learn more about spring skiing on this article, and get some get some recommendations for great spring skiing resorts for families all on skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"Enjoyment is what creates skiers for life. The mountain in March — with your kid in a cape, eating soup out of a thermos, smiling in the sunshine after their best run of the season? That's what all of this is for."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> If you've been skiing with kids in the middle of winter and wondering why it feels so hard, this episode is going to change how you plan your ski season. Jessica breaks down exactly why spring is the single best time of year for a ski parent to take their family to the mountain — and what you need to do differently to make the most of it.

What You'll Learn

  • Why spring conditions — softer snow, warmer temps, and smaller crowds — make it dramatically easier to teach kids to ski and build real confidence on the mountain
  • The one timing mistake most families make on spring ski days (and the simple fix that transforms how children learning to ski experience their first runs)
  • How to layer your kids for fluctuating spring temps so they stay comfortable all day — because a cold, wet kid is a done kid
  • The family skiing tips that turn a regular ski day into a core memory: tailgate lunches, costumes, resort events, and why they matter more than extra vertical feet
  • Why getting a spring wax and following the sun are two of the most overlooked how to ski with kids strategies that actually affect how your kids feel on their skis

Learn More

Learn more about spring skiing on this article, and get some get some recommendations for great spring skiing resorts for families all on skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"Enjoyment is what creates skiers for life. The mountain in March — with your kid in a cape, eating soup out of a thermos, smiling in the sunshine after their best run of the season? That's what all of this is for."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Averett Buzzsprout-18833490 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0600 870 1 10 full false Preventing and Treating Altitude Sickness While Skiing Preventing and Treating Altitude Sickness While Skiing If you've ever had a ski day fall apart before lunch and couldn't figure out why, this episode is for you. Jessica — PSIA-certified ski instructor and mom of five — breaks down altitude sickness: what it is, why it hits kids especially hard, and how every ski parent can prepare for it before setting foot on the mountain. Skiing with kids at elevation requires more planning than most families realize, and this episode gives you the framework to do it right.

What You'll Learn

  • Why altitude sickness is one of the most overlooked reasons kids (and adults) struggle on mountain ski trips — and why fitness level has almost nothing to do with it
  • How to spot altitude sickness symptoms in young children who can't tell you what's wrong, and what to do immediately when symptoms appear
  • The simple acclimation strategy Jessica recommends for any family traveling to a high-altitude ski resort — including what to do on that first day instead of heading straight to the slopes
  • Practical family skiing tips for staying hydrated at elevation, including why kids need regular water breaks built into the ski day (not just at lunch)
  • How protecting your child's body at altitude connects directly to children learning to ski with confidence — and why a depleted kid can't learn, take correction, or enjoy the mountain

Resources & Links

Key Takeaway

"Altitude sickness doesn't care how fit you are, how excited you are, or how much you paid for your lift tickets. It's a physiological reality of skiing in the mountains. But with preparation, you can dramatically reduce the risk."

00:00 Welcome to the Show

00:24 Altitude Sickness Story

02:37 What It Is and Symptoms

03:54 Who Is Most at Risk

05:28 Kids and Nervous System

06:35 Prevention Steps

10:38 What to Do If It Hits

12:37 Common Mistakes and Planning

14:06 Key Takeaways and Wrap

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> If you've ever had a ski day fall apart before lunch and couldn't figure out why, this episode is for you. Jessica — PSIA-certified ski instructor and mom of five — breaks down altitude sickness: what it is, why it hits kids especially hard, and how every ski parent can prepare for it before setting foot on the mountain. Skiing with kids at elevation requires more planning than most families realize, and this episode gives you the framework to do it right.

What You'll Learn

  • Why altitude sickness is one of the most overlooked reasons kids (and adults) struggle on mountain ski trips — and why fitness level has almost nothing to do with it
  • How to spot altitude sickness symptoms in young children who can't tell you what's wrong, and what to do immediately when symptoms appear
  • The simple acclimation strategy Jessica recommends for any family traveling to a high-altitude ski resort — including what to do on that first day instead of heading straight to the slopes
  • Practical family skiing tips for staying hydrated at elevation, including why kids need regular water breaks built into the ski day (not just at lunch)
  • How protecting your child's body at altitude connects directly to children learning to ski with confidence — and why a depleted kid can't learn, take correction, or enjoy the mountain

Resources & Links

Key Takeaway

"Altitude sickness doesn't care how fit you are, how excited you are, or how much you paid for your lift tickets. It's a physiological reality of skiing in the mountains. But with preparation, you can dramatically reduce the risk."

00:00 Welcome to the Show

00:24 Altitude Sickness Story

02:37 What It Is and Symptoms

03:54 Who Is Most at Risk

05:28 Kids and Nervous System

06:35 Prevention Steps

10:38 What to Do If It Hits

12:37 Common Mistakes and Planning

14:06 Key Takeaways and Wrap

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18824255 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0600 915 1 7 full false 7 Questions Every Ski School Parent Should Ask at Pickup 7 Questions Every Ski School Parent Should Ask at Pickup You just paid for ski lessons for your kid — now what? In this episode of Skiing with Kids, Jessica breaks down the seven questions every ski parent should ask their child's instructor at pickup, and why skipping this five-minute conversation means leaving the most valuable part of the lesson behind. If you want to actually teach kids to ski — not just survive the day — this is where it starts.

What You'll Learn

  • Why the generic skills checklist from ski school barely scratches the surface, and what to ask instead to get information you can actually use on your next family ski day
  • The exact words and phrases your child's instructor used to make skills click — and why using the same language is one of the most underrated family skiing tips out there
  • How to figure out the way your specific child learns best on the mountain, straight from the person who just spent four hours cracking that code
  • Why children learning to ski improve faster when parents know how to be a practice partner — not a coach — on family ski days
  • The bonus move that locks in everything from the lesson while it's still fresh (and costs you nothing but two more runs)

More episodes, guides, and gear recommendations also at skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"You're not just picking up your kid. You're picking up four hours of professional insight about your child on the mountain. Don't leave it behind."

The seven questions cover: 

1. What the child did well
2. Where they need work and how a parent can help
3. The exact words/phrases used
4. What runs they skied and which to do or avoid next
5. What to practice to reach the next level and how to make it a game
6. What the child responded best to
7. What games were played and how they work. 


00:00 Ski School Sticker Shock

01:35 What You Miss at Pickup

02:59 Surviving Pickup Chaos

05:00 Question One Praise That Sticks

06:59 Question Two How to Help

08:51 Question Three Magic Words

10:49 Question Four Best Runs

12:23 Question Five Practice Games

13:39 Question Six Learning Style

15:09 Question Seven Steal Their Games

17:26 Bonus Two Runs Together

19:55 Why Parents Skip This

21:41 Quick Recap and Sendoff



Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> You just paid for ski lessons for your kid — now what? In this episode of Skiing with Kids, Jessica breaks down the seven questions every ski parent should ask their child's instructor at pickup, and why skipping this five-minute conversation means leaving the most valuable part of the lesson behind. If you want to actually teach kids to ski — not just survive the day — this is where it starts.

What You'll Learn

  • Why the generic skills checklist from ski school barely scratches the surface, and what to ask instead to get information you can actually use on your next family ski day
  • The exact words and phrases your child's instructor used to make skills click — and why using the same language is one of the most underrated family skiing tips out there
  • How to figure out the way your specific child learns best on the mountain, straight from the person who just spent four hours cracking that code
  • Why children learning to ski improve faster when parents know how to be a practice partner — not a coach — on family ski days
  • The bonus move that locks in everything from the lesson while it's still fresh (and costs you nothing but two more runs)

More episodes, guides, and gear recommendations also at skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"You're not just picking up your kid. You're picking up four hours of professional insight about your child on the mountain. Don't leave it behind."

The seven questions cover: 

1. What the child did well
2. Where they need work and how a parent can help
3. The exact words/phrases used
4. What runs they skied and which to do or avoid next
5. What to practice to reach the next level and how to make it a game
6. What the child responded best to
7. What games were played and how they work. 


00:00 Ski School Sticker Shock

01:35 What You Miss at Pickup

02:59 Surviving Pickup Chaos

05:00 Question One Praise That Sticks

06:59 Question Two How to Help

08:51 Question Three Magic Words

10:49 Question Four Best Runs

12:23 Question Five Practice Games

13:39 Question Six Learning Style

15:09 Question Seven Steal Their Games

17:26 Bonus Two Runs Together

19:55 Why Parents Skip This

21:41 Quick Recap and Sendoff



Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18819951 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0600 1443 1 7 full false Stopping Your Ski Day Early So You Can End on a High Note Stopping Your Ski Day Early So You Can End on a High Note If you've ever squeezed in one more run and watched the whole day fall apart, this episode is for you. Jessica — ski instructor of 20 years and mom of five — breaks down why knowing when to stop is the single most underrated skill in skiing with kids, and why the ski parent who leaves early is often the one raising a lifelong skier. This isn't about doing less. It's about understanding how your child's brain actually remembers experiences — and using that knowledge to build something that lasts.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Why the last run of the day has more impact on children learning to ski than almost anything else that happened before it — and how to make sure it works in your favor
  • The psychological principle (the Peak-End Rule) that explains why family skiing tips focused on ending well matter more than logging more runs
  • How to recognize the warning signs that your child's tank is running low — before the meltdown, not after
  • What the car ride home is actually telling you, and how to use it as a simple diagnostic tool for next time
  • Why "one more run" can quietly undo progress — and what to do instead if you want to teach kids to ski in a way that sticks

RESOURCES & LINKS

Ready to stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan? First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski walks you through exactly how to structure your ski days so your kids build confidence, stay regulated, and keep wanting to come back. 👉 skiingkid.com

Also mentioned: Jessica's episode on The First Hour of the Ski Day — a perfect companion listen if you're building your family skiing framework from the ground up.

KEY TAKEAWAY

"Leave them smiling. Leave them wanting more. That's the whole game."

00:00 Welcome to Skiing With Kids

00:27 Why Stopping Matters

01:17 Value vs Kid Experience

02:56 Nervous System Budget

03:41 Spotting Limit Signals

04:28 Peak End Rule

06:03 End on a Win

08:39 Teach Self Regulation

09:15 Realistic Time and Breaks

10:20 Car Ride Debrief

11:55 Hard Lessons and Regret

14:11 Skiing Is a Long Game

15:13 Next Day Action Plan

16:25 Wrap Up and Share

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> If you've ever squeezed in one more run and watched the whole day fall apart, this episode is for you. Jessica — ski instructor of 20 years and mom of five — breaks down why knowing when to stop is the single most underrated skill in skiing with kids, and why the ski parent who leaves early is often the one raising a lifelong skier. This isn't about doing less. It's about understanding how your child's brain actually remembers experiences — and using that knowledge to build something that lasts.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Why the last run of the day has more impact on children learning to ski than almost anything else that happened before it — and how to make sure it works in your favor
  • The psychological principle (the Peak-End Rule) that explains why family skiing tips focused on ending well matter more than logging more runs
  • How to recognize the warning signs that your child's tank is running low — before the meltdown, not after
  • What the car ride home is actually telling you, and how to use it as a simple diagnostic tool for next time
  • Why "one more run" can quietly undo progress — and what to do instead if you want to teach kids to ski in a way that sticks

RESOURCES & LINKS

Ready to stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan? First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski walks you through exactly how to structure your ski days so your kids build confidence, stay regulated, and keep wanting to come back. 👉 skiingkid.com

Also mentioned: Jessica's episode on The First Hour of the Ski Day — a perfect companion listen if you're building your family skiing framework from the ground up.

KEY TAKEAWAY

"Leave them smiling. Leave them wanting more. That's the whole game."

00:00 Welcome to Skiing With Kids

00:27 Why Stopping Matters

01:17 Value vs Kid Experience

02:56 Nervous System Budget

03:41 Spotting Limit Signals

04:28 Peak End Rule

06:03 End on a Win

08:39 Teach Self Regulation

09:15 Realistic Time and Breaks

10:20 Car Ride Debrief

11:55 Hard Lessons and Regret

14:11 Skiing Is a Long Game

15:13 Next Day Action Plan

16:25 Wrap Up and Share

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18804512 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0700 1008 1 7 full false First Hour Strategies for Stress-Free Family Skiing First Hour Strategies for Stress-Free Family Skiing If you've ever had a ski day fall apart before 10am, this episode is for you. Jessica breaks down why the first hour of the ski day is the single biggest factor in how the day goes — and why this is true whether your kids are brand new to skiing or already ripping down black diamonds. Every ski parent needs to hear this one.

What You'll Learn

  • Why rushing through the morning is the #1 mistake parents make when they teach kids to ski — and exactly what to do instead
  • How to use a simple 4-step framework that covers everything from parking lot energy to the first run, giving you real family skiing tips you can use this weekend
  • Why the warm-up looks different depending on your child's level — and why even advanced kids need an intentional start to their ski day
  • What's actually happening when children learning to ski suddenly "fall apart" mid-day (hint: it started way before the meltdown)
  • How to build the kind of confidence on the mountain that makes kids want to come back — the foundation of how to ski with kids in a way that actually sticks

Resources & Links

Want a complete plan for skiing with your kids — not just tips, but a real system? Check out First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski at skiingkid.com. It's everything Jessica teaches as a professional ski instructor, built specifically for parents.

Key Takeaway

"You're not just raising a skier. You're raising a kid who feels confident on the mountain. And those years matter more than you think."










00:00 Welcome to the Show

00:25 Why the First Hour Matters

02:27 How Parents Create Pressure

03:49 Kids Nervous System Basics

06:04 Warmup Runs That Work

09:44 First Hour Three Steps

11:40 Momentum and Mindset

13:09 Family Story and Lessons

15:28 Slow Starts Win

16:05 Final Takeaways and Next Steps

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> If you've ever had a ski day fall apart before 10am, this episode is for you. Jessica breaks down why the first hour of the ski day is the single biggest factor in how the day goes — and why this is true whether your kids are brand new to skiing or already ripping down black diamonds. Every ski parent needs to hear this one.

What You'll Learn

  • Why rushing through the morning is the #1 mistake parents make when they teach kids to ski — and exactly what to do instead
  • How to use a simple 4-step framework that covers everything from parking lot energy to the first run, giving you real family skiing tips you can use this weekend
  • Why the warm-up looks different depending on your child's level — and why even advanced kids need an intentional start to their ski day
  • What's actually happening when children learning to ski suddenly "fall apart" mid-day (hint: it started way before the meltdown)
  • How to build the kind of confidence on the mountain that makes kids want to come back — the foundation of how to ski with kids in a way that actually sticks

Resources & Links

Want a complete plan for skiing with your kids — not just tips, but a real system? Check out First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski at skiingkid.com. It's everything Jessica teaches as a professional ski instructor, built specifically for parents.

Key Takeaway

"You're not just raising a skier. You're raising a kid who feels confident on the mountain. And those years matter more than you think."










00:00 Welcome to the Show

00:25 Why the First Hour Matters

02:27 How Parents Create Pressure

03:49 Kids Nervous System Basics

06:04 Warmup Runs That Work

09:44 First Hour Three Steps

11:40 Momentum and Mindset

13:09 Family Story and Lessons

15:28 Slow Starts Win

16:05 Final Takeaways and Next Steps

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18799138 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0700 1004 1 6 full false The Science of Fear: What Ski Parents Get Wrong The Science of Fear: What Ski Parents Get Wrong In this episode of Skiing with Kids, your host Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five with 20 years’ experience, explains that kids’ ski fear is often accidentally created by well intended parents on the mountain.
This happens through co-regulation: children under about 10 read safety from parents’ tone, micro-expressions, and body tension more than words. She outlines five common fear-installers: using a panic voice, taking kids on terrain that’s too hard too soon (violating her “boring rule” that confidence builds when tasks feel easy and automatic), pushing for “one more run” (the peak-end rule), praising bravery instead of skill (which implies danger), and showing parental anxiety (which sets a regulation ceiling). 

She recommends calm instructional tone, staying on easy terrain longer, stopping before fatigue, practicing falling, normalizing wobble as recovery, and detaching ego to play the long game, then mentions her parent-focused program, First Tracks.

Get First Tracks HERE

00:00 Welcome and Big Idea

01:15 Meltdown on the Slope

02:25 Kids Aren't Born Afraid

03:12 Co Regulation Explained

05:21 Panic Voice Problem

06:59 Terrain Too Hard Too Soon

08:29 One More Run Trap

09:41 Stop Praising Bravery

11:34 Your Anxiety Sets Ceiling

12:53 Architecture of Confidence

14:43 Beyond Skiing Check Signal

15:45 First Tracks Invitation

16:58 Final Reminder and Goodbye

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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Free Guide for Ski Parents

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 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> In this episode of Skiing with Kids, your host Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five with 20 years’ experience, explains that kids’ ski fear is often accidentally created by well intended parents on the mountain.
This happens through co-regulation: children under about 10 read safety from parents’ tone, micro-expressions, and body tension more than words. She outlines five common fear-installers: using a panic voice, taking kids on terrain that’s too hard too soon (violating her “boring rule” that confidence builds when tasks feel easy and automatic), pushing for “one more run” (the peak-end rule), praising bravery instead of skill (which implies danger), and showing parental anxiety (which sets a regulation ceiling). 

She recommends calm instructional tone, staying on easy terrain longer, stopping before fatigue, practicing falling, normalizing wobble as recovery, and detaching ego to play the long game, then mentions her parent-focused program, First Tracks.

Get First Tracks HERE

00:00 Welcome and Big Idea

01:15 Meltdown on the Slope

02:25 Kids Aren't Born Afraid

03:12 Co Regulation Explained

05:21 Panic Voice Problem

06:59 Terrain Too Hard Too Soon

08:29 One More Run Trap

09:41 Stop Praising Bravery

11:34 Your Anxiety Sets Ceiling

12:53 Architecture of Confidence

14:43 Beyond Skiing Check Signal

15:45 First Tracks Invitation

16:58 Final Reminder and Goodbye

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Averett Buzzsprout-18794203 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0700 1021 Fear, Ski Parents 1 5 full false Unlocking Confidence: The Crucial First Three Days of Skiing with Kids Unlocking Confidence: The Crucial First Three Days of Skiing with Kids In this episode of Skiing with Kids, host Jessica, the parent ski expert, explains why the first three days on skis can shape a child’s entire relationship with skiing. These early days aren’t really about technique. They’re about building comfort, confidence, and a sense that the mountain is a place where they belong.

In this episode, Jessica shares how pressure, complicated gear, and pushing kids too fast can trigger “threat mode,” leading to frustration and meltdowns. Instead, she walks through a simple approach for those first three days: keeping day one short, playful, and repetition-based; adding gentle control and independence on day two; and building basic turning and speed control on day three—all without rushing kids onto bigger terrain before they’re ready.

You’ll also hear practical strategies for introducing ski gear before your trip, using games to build confidence, and ending ski days while kids still want more. Jessica also introduces her step-by-step framework from First Tracks: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, designed to help parents create smoother ski days, build confident young skiers, and avoid the meltdowns that often come with learning on the mountain.

00:00 Welcome to Skiing With Kids

00:26 Why the First Three Days Matter

02:32 Kids Identity on the Mountain

03:34 Gear Comfort Before Day One

05:00 Day One Should Feel Easy

05:50 Build Confidence Not Perfection

07:11 Day by Day Plan and First Tracks

07:54 Momentum and Three Day Progression

10:23 Do You Need Ski School

12:29 Wrap Up and Final Encouragement

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
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Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> In this episode of Skiing with Kids, host Jessica, the parent ski expert, explains why the first three days on skis can shape a child’s entire relationship with skiing. These early days aren’t really about technique. They’re about building comfort, confidence, and a sense that the mountain is a place where they belong.

In this episode, Jessica shares how pressure, complicated gear, and pushing kids too fast can trigger “threat mode,” leading to frustration and meltdowns. Instead, she walks through a simple approach for those first three days: keeping day one short, playful, and repetition-based; adding gentle control and independence on day two; and building basic turning and speed control on day three—all without rushing kids onto bigger terrain before they’re ready.

You’ll also hear practical strategies for introducing ski gear before your trip, using games to build confidence, and ending ski days while kids still want more. Jessica also introduces her step-by-step framework from First Tracks: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, designed to help parents create smoother ski days, build confident young skiers, and avoid the meltdowns that often come with learning on the mountain.

00:00 Welcome to Skiing With Kids

00:26 Why the First Three Days Matter

02:32 Kids Identity on the Mountain

03:34 Gear Comfort Before Day One

05:00 Day One Should Feel Easy

05:50 Build Confidence Not Perfection

07:11 Day by Day Plan and First Tracks

07:54 Momentum and Three Day Progression

10:23 Do You Need Ski School

12:29 Wrap Up and Final Encouragement

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18785766 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0700 776 1 4 full false The EXACT Moment Kids Decide Skiing Is For Them The EXACT Moment Kids Decide Skiing Is For Them There's a two-second window on the mountain when your child quietly decides whether skiing is going to be their thing — and most ski parents have no idea it's happening. In this episode, Jessica breaks down the exact psychology behind that moment, why it has nothing to do with ski technique, and what you can do to make sure it lands the right way. Whether you're brand new to skiing with kids or trying to turn around a bad experience, this one will change how you show up on the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • Why the "deciding moment" happens much earlier than parents expect — and what children are actually looking for when they look up at you after a fall
  • The single most important mindset shift for any ski parent who wants to teach kids to ski without accidentally creating fear or resistance
  • The three make-or-break windows during early ski experiences that determine whether children learning to ski feel confident or overwhelmed
  • Common family skiing tips that backfire — including well-meaning moves like comparison, running commentary, and pushing to harder terrain too soon
  • How to structure the day so your child leaves the mountain wanting to come back — the foundation of everything Jessica teaches in her kids ski lessons and in First Tracks

Key Takeaway

"Kids don't quit activities because they're hard. They quit activities because they feel out of control."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

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Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> There's a two-second window on the mountain when your child quietly decides whether skiing is going to be their thing — and most ski parents have no idea it's happening. In this episode, Jessica breaks down the exact psychology behind that moment, why it has nothing to do with ski technique, and what you can do to make sure it lands the right way. Whether you're brand new to skiing with kids or trying to turn around a bad experience, this one will change how you show up on the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • Why the "deciding moment" happens much earlier than parents expect — and what children are actually looking for when they look up at you after a fall
  • The single most important mindset shift for any ski parent who wants to teach kids to ski without accidentally creating fear or resistance
  • The three make-or-break windows during early ski experiences that determine whether children learning to ski feel confident or overwhelmed
  • Common family skiing tips that backfire — including well-meaning moves like comparison, running commentary, and pushing to harder terrain too soon
  • How to structure the day so your child leaves the mountain wanting to come back — the foundation of everything Jessica teaches in her kids ski lessons and in First Tracks

Key Takeaway

"Kids don't quit activities because they're hard. They quit activities because they feel out of control."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18757754 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0700 1232 1 3 full false When You Kid Refuses to Ski...and What to do about it! When You Kid Refuses to Ski...and What to do about it! When your child refuses to ski, it's easy to feel frustrated, defeated, or just plain confused — especially when you've been looking forward to the day. In this episode, I share my 4-step rescue plan for turning a resistant skier around, drawing from both her 20 years as a professional ski instructor and her own real moments of struggle with her five kids.

She walks through why kids push back in the first place (fear, frustration, or simply feeling powerless), and then breaks down exactly what to do about it: have a real conversation and actually listen, give your child meaningful choices within boundaries, bring the fun back through games and connection, and know when to call it a day to protect the long game.

This episode is honest, practical, and reassuring — a reminder that a kid who doesn't want to ski today isn't a kid who will never love skiing. They just need to feel heard, respected, and like skiing is something happening with them, not to them.

If you're ready for more help and a full framework to help you teach your kids to ski, check out First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski.

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> When your child refuses to ski, it's easy to feel frustrated, defeated, or just plain confused — especially when you've been looking forward to the day. In this episode, I share my 4-step rescue plan for turning a resistant skier around, drawing from both her 20 years as a professional ski instructor and her own real moments of struggle with her five kids.

She walks through why kids push back in the first place (fear, frustration, or simply feeling powerless), and then breaks down exactly what to do about it: have a real conversation and actually listen, give your child meaningful choices within boundaries, bring the fun back through games and connection, and know when to call it a day to protect the long game.

This episode is honest, practical, and reassuring — a reminder that a kid who doesn't want to ski today isn't a kid who will never love skiing. They just need to feel heard, respected, and like skiing is something happening with them, not to them.

If you're ready for more help and a full framework to help you teach your kids to ski, check out First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski.

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18747481 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0700 861 1 2 full false 7 Mistakes Every Ski Parent Makes with Their Kids 7 Mistakes Every Ski Parent Makes with Their Kids If you've ever had a ski day fall completely apart and had no idea why, this episode is for you. Jessica Averett, a certified ski instructor with 20 years of experience and mom of five, breaks down the 7 most common mistakes ski parents make when skiing with kids, and exactly what to do differently. Whether you're brand new to family skiing or you've been at it for years, understanding these patterns is the first step to raising kids who genuinely love the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • Why handing your kids off to ski school isn't enough — and the 3-minute conversation after every lesson that will completely change how fast your kids learn when children learning to ski
  • The single biggest reason kids freeze up and refuse to ski (hint: it usually starts with moving to harder terrain too fast) and how to teach kids to ski in the right sequence
  • Why the best family skiing tips have nothing to do with athleticism — and everything to do with building skills in the right order
  • How to read the warning signs your kid is sending before a meltdown hits, so you can adjust before the day falls apart
  • Why "winging it" works for a while — and what to do instead so you're always leading your kids with confidence as a ski parent

Resources & Links

Ready to stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan? Jessica's course First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski gives you a complete roadmap for what to teach, when to teach it, and how to build real, lasting confidence in your kids on the mountain.

👉 Get it at skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"The kids who grow up loving skiing don't have magical parents. They have parents who followed a pattern. And that pattern is something you can learn."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> If you've ever had a ski day fall completely apart and had no idea why, this episode is for you. Jessica Averett, a certified ski instructor with 20 years of experience and mom of five, breaks down the 7 most common mistakes ski parents make when skiing with kids, and exactly what to do differently. Whether you're brand new to family skiing or you've been at it for years, understanding these patterns is the first step to raising kids who genuinely love the mountain.

What You'll Learn

  • Why handing your kids off to ski school isn't enough — and the 3-minute conversation after every lesson that will completely change how fast your kids learn when children learning to ski
  • The single biggest reason kids freeze up and refuse to ski (hint: it usually starts with moving to harder terrain too fast) and how to teach kids to ski in the right sequence
  • Why the best family skiing tips have nothing to do with athleticism — and everything to do with building skills in the right order
  • How to read the warning signs your kid is sending before a meltdown hits, so you can adjust before the day falls apart
  • Why "winging it" works for a while — and what to do instead so you're always leading your kids with confidence as a ski parent

Resources & Links

Ready to stop guessing and start skiing with a real plan? Jessica's course First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski gives you a complete roadmap for what to teach, when to teach it, and how to build real, lasting confidence in your kids on the mountain.

👉 Get it at skiingkid.com

Key Takeaway

"The kids who grow up loving skiing don't have magical parents. They have parents who followed a pattern. And that pattern is something you can learn."

Skiing with Kids is hosted by Jessica Averett, a ski instructor and mom of five who has spent more than 20 years helping kids learn to ski. This podcast helps parents create calmer, happier ski days by focusing on confidence, connection, and simple strategies that actually work with kids on the mountain.  She's the founder of First Tracks: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Kids to Ski, a course that walks parents through everything they need to know to skip overpriced ski school and confidently teach their own kids to ski.

Enjoying the Podcast?

Follow Skiing with Kids so you never miss an episode.

More Skiing with Kids Resources

For more tips, gear reviews, and ski parenting advice visit Skiing Kids
You can find me on Instagram @theadventuretravelfam
.

Free Guide for Ski Parents

Want to avoid the biggest mistakes most parents make when teaching their kids to ski?
 Download the free guide:

The Most Common Mistakes Ski Parents Make (and How to Fix Them)
https://skiiingkids.myflodesk.com/ffy45squub
This quick guide will help you avoid the common ski day meltdowns and create a much smoother experience for your kids on the mountain.


...]]> Jessica Buzzsprout-18724694 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0700 1695 1 1 full false