Indoor Ski & Snowboard Lessons Livonia MI · Shredder Ski
Serving Livonia, Plymouth, Canton, Farmington Hills, Northville, & Westland
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Indoor Ski & Snowboard Lessons for Kids · Livonia, MIGet Your Kids
mountain ready.
In Livonia.

The most complete indoor ski and snowboard training for kids in Livonia, Michigan. Your child's first steps toward becoming mountain ready.

We build the skills. You capture the memories.

Planning a ski trip? It's smarter, easier, and way less money to do it 25 minutes from home.

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See your child's best-fit program and open sessions — in one step.

Flexible PoliciesPlans change. We get it.
Small GroupsNever lost in a crowd
~70°FYear-round comfort
~$50 / Week8–10-week session
★★★★★4.9(734) 608-2981
Visit Details
Address
32543 Schoolcraft Rd
Livonia, MI 48150
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Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Open Year-Round
Contact
(734) 608-2981
livonia@shredderski.com
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Parking
Free parking in the shopping center lot
Located on Schoolcraft Rd — look for the Shredder Ski sign. Plenty of free parking.
Part of the Shredder Network
30,000+ Families trained
9 Locations
6 States
10+ Years
Sound Familiar?

"One bad day on the mountain and suddenly skiing is not really our family's thing."

You traveled a long way, paid $400+ for lift tickets, rented gear, and booked a group lesson. Your kid ended up cold, exhausted, and crying by noon — while an instructor tried to manage eight other kids at the same time.

The skills didn't stick. Next winter you're back at square one, wondering whether it's even worth trying again. Meanwhile, the mountain lesson prices just went up.

It's not your kid's fault. It's not your fault. Mountain lessons are genuinely hard — new environment, cold, crowds, an instructor they've never met. That's a lot to ask of a 4-year-old.

There's a better way to get Livonia kids mountain-ready — and it starts 25 minutes from home, once a week, in a 70°F room with the same coach every session.

Learning at the Mountain
The traditional approach
  • ✗8+ kids per class — instructors stretched thin
  • ✗Cold, tired, and overwhelmed by lunch
  • ✗Skills forgotten by next winter
  • ✗$400+ for the day, before food and lodging
  • ✗3+ hour drive to Northern Michigan
Weekly Shredder Sessions
Livonia, MI · Near home
  • ✓Small groups — feels like a semi-private lesson
  • ✓Same coach every week, skills build on each other
  • ✓Real progress that carries to the mountain
  • ✓~$50/class · 25 minutes from downtown Detroit
  • ✓Warm 65–70°F — no cold, no bad days
Think About It This Way

SWIM LESSONS
for the mountain.

You'd never teach your kid to swim by dropping them in the ocean. You'd start in a warm pool — shallow end, patient instructor, one skill at a time.

That's Shredder. A warm, indoor slope close to home where kids learn the same way they learn swimming: safely, gradually, and with confidence before the stakes get high.

The goal isn't to survive the first mountain day. It's to raise a kid who loves it.

Ski & Snowboard Training

Find Your Child's
Starting Point

Every program runs year-round. All gear included, PSIA-AASI certified instructors, and flexible refund + credit options.

Choose your child's program to see available sessions at this location.

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Current Selection
Ages 1–3 · Parent & Child
Yeti School
First steps on snow — together

Your toddler's first steps on snow — with you right there. Parent-child sessions built around play, balance, and building a lifelong love for the mountain.

  • Parent participates every session
  • Play-based, zero pressure
  • ~$50 / week · 8–10-week session
  • All gear included & fitted
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Current Selection
Ages 5–10 · Small Group
Ski & Board School
Mountain-ready in 6–10 sessions

Real technique, real turns. Edge control, chairlift simulation, mountain safety. Designed to help kids feel ready for green runs on their first mountain trip.

  • Edge control & turning technique
  • Chairlift simulation training
  • ~$50 / week · 8–10-week session
  • Choose ski or snowboard
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Current Selection
All Ages · 1-on-1
Private Lessons
100% of the instructor's focus

100% of the instructor's focus, 0% wasted time. The fastest path to real mountain confidence. Book a single session or a pre-trip series.

  • 1-on-1 with certified instructor
  • Customized instructional plan
  • $100 / session · 30% off siblings
  • Single session or pre-trip series
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A Typical Shredder Session

WHAT A SESSION
looks like.

No snow gear. No lift lines. No freezing temps. Just warm, focused indoor slope time with a coach who knows what your child is working on.

0:00
Arrive
Arrive about 10 minutes early. Kids wear athletic clothes and socks — no snow gear needed. We'll have their skis or snowboard, boots, and helmet ready based on their fit notes.
0:10
Warm Up
Your child joins their small group with their coach. The coach helps everyone settle in, reviews last week's win, and sets today's focus.
0:15
Indoor Slope Time
Kids train on our indoor slopes in a warm, controlled environment. No lift lines. No cold weather. No mountain-day chaos. Just focused reps on the next skill in their progression — stopping, turning, edging, linking turns, or building confidence.
0:40
Wrap Up
At pickup, your coach gives you a quick progress update and lets you know what to watch for next time. Gear goes back on the rack, and you walk out empty-handed.
The Shredder Progression

FROM FIRST STEPS TO
mountain ready.

Here's how kids progress at Shredder.

Ages 1–3
Comfortable
Balance, coordination, movement, and fun. The goal is simple: help young kids love being on snow.
Ages 3–5
Competent
Fundamentals repeated week after week. Kids build real skills and start believing they can do it.
Ages 5–10
Confident
Turns, control, safety, and independence. Kids begin to look like real skiers and riders.
Mountain Day
They Own the Slope
The payoff. A kid who is excited to go, ready to ride, and easier to ski with as a family.
Real Families, Real Results

Inside Shredder Livonia

Kids and instructor on the indoor slope at Shredder Livonia
Small group ski training session at Shredder Livonia
Child skiing confidently at Shredder Livonia
Instructor high-fiving a young skier at Shredder Livonia
Also at This Location

More at Shredder
Livonia

Parties, practice time, date nights, and gifts for the whole family.

Birthday Parties
Ages 3+ · Private Booking

The coolest birthday party in Livonia — guaranteed. Private slope time, skiing and snowboarding, party space, and memories they'll talk about for years.

$400 startingPricing varies by party type & duration
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Open Gym
All Ages · Drop-In

No instructor, no schedule — just the slope. Perfect for kids in our programs who want extra practice time. Check available slots and drop in.

$25 / sessionDrop-in, no commitment required
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Parents Night Out
Ages 3+ · Friday Evenings

Drop them off Friday evening — ski training, games, and fun while you get a night to yourselves. One of the most popular nights of the week.

$75 / 1st child10% off for siblings
Learn More →
Gift Certificates
Any Amount · Any Program

Give the gift of the mountain. Gift certificates never expire and work for any program at Livonia. Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or last-minute surprises.

Gift any amountWorks for any program
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Find Us

The Livonia
Location

Serving families in Livonia, Plymouth, Canton, Farmington Hills, Northville, and the western Detroit suburbs.

Address
32543 Schoolcraft Rd
Livonia, MI 48150
Serving families in Livonia, Plymouth, Canton, Farmington Hills, Northville, and the western Detroit suburbs.
Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Open Year-Round · No weather cancellations
Indoor Conditions
~70°F every session
No snow gear needed — athletic clothes are perfect. Kids train on indoor ski and snowboard slopes with Shredder provided boots / skis / snowboards.
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Parking
Free parking in the shopping center lot
Located on Schoolcraft Rd — look for the Shredder Ski sign. Plenty of free parking.
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Ski or Snowboard — We Teach Both

Snowboarding at
Shredder Livonia

Snowboarding isn't a side offering here. Kids in Livonia can learn to ride from their very first session — the same engineered indoor slopes, the same PSIA-AASI certified coaches, and the same all-gear-included setup, with a board, boots, and helmet fitted for them.

Little riders start in Little Shredders (ages 3–5) and progress into Ski & Board School (ages 5–10), where the group splits by sport so snowboarders get board-specific coaching — edge control, linking turns, and riding with real confidence. Many Livonia families choose snowboarding to get board-ready before their next mountain trip.

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Who We Train

Families Driving In From
Across Metro Detroit

Shredder Livonia is the Detroit metro area's most complete kids' indoor ski and snowboard program — here's who trains with us week after week.

Plymouth

Plymouth families training kids before northern Michigan trips (Boyne, Nubs Nob) or western trips to Colorado are 10 minutes from Shredder Livonia via I-275.

Canton

Canton families looking for indoor ski lessons near home are 10 minutes south of Shredder Livonia. Year-round indoor training, no waiting for the season.

Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills families training kids ages 1–16 are 15 minutes north of Shredder Livonia. The closest indoor ski school to north Oakland County.

Northville

Northville families training before Boyne, Crystal Mountain, or Colorado trips drive 10 minutes east to Shredder Livonia.

Western Detroit Suburbs

Western Detroit suburbs make up most of our Livonia regulars — Plymouth, Canton, Farmington, Northville, and Westland families all train here.

Livonia Families

What Livonia
Parents Say

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My children can be quite picky, and from the start this place was a success. They loved going to classes and looked forward to them each week.
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Jaime L.
★ Google review
★★★★★
Both kids loved the intro 40-minute lesson and were both 'skiing' down the hill on their own before the end.
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Emily G.
★ Google review
★★★★★
Our 4-year-old took the 5-week Little Shredder ski course and loved it. Coach Mikey and Coach Andrew are so patient and helpful — and we love that they teach mountain safety.
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Amy B.
★ Google review
★★★★★
My oldest did the showcase before she turned 2, and that sparked her interest in being on skis! They loved it, so we did the 6-week fall session with Coach Mikey & Andrew — the best teachers for our kids.
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Megan J.
★ Google review
Common Questions

Livonia FAQ

Questions specific to our Livonia location. For general Shredder questions, visit our full FAQ page.

Where can kids learn to ski and snowboard near Livonia? ▾
Shredder Livonia is indoor ski and snowboard training for kids ages 1–16 in Livonia, Michigan. Kids train year-round on real indoor slopes in small groups with all gear included — the smartest way to build confidence before a family ski trip.
Where can kids take ski or snowboard lessons near Livonia or the western Detroit suburbs? ▾
Right here — Shredder Livonia serves Plymouth, Canton, Farmington Hills, Northville, and the western Detroit suburbs. Kids build real ski and snowboard skills on our indoor slopes year-round in small groups, with all gear included.
How do kids get ready for Boyne or a Northern Michigan trip? ▾
Train indoors before you head north. A few sessions and your child arrives at Boyne or the Northern Michigan slopes already confident on turns and stops — ready to enjoy the trip from the first run.
My child has never skied or snowboarded. Is that okay? ▾
Absolutely — that's our specialty. Most of our students come in with zero experience. Our programs are specifically designed for first-timers, and our instructors are trained to make that first experience fun and confidence-building.
What should my child wear? ▾
No snow gear needed — our facility is climate-controlled at ~70°F year-round. Athletic clothes work perfectly. You're welcome to bring your own helmet if you have one.
Is gear included? ▾
Yes — all ski and snowboard gear (skis/snowboard, boots, poles, helmet) is included and professionally fitted at every session. There's nothing extra to buy or bring.
How much do ski and snowboard sessions cost? ▾
Pricing depends on the program and session length. Every session includes all gear — skis or snowboard, boots, and helmet — so there are no separate rental fees. Choose a program above to see current sessions and pricing for your family.
What age can kids start skiing and snowboarding? ▾
Kids can start as young as 1 in our Little Shredders program and train all the way through age 16. We group by age and ability, so your child is always learning alongside peers at their level.
How soon will my child be ready for the mountain? ▾
Most kids build real, transferable skills in their first few sessions. Every child progresses at their own pace, and our coaches track each skill — so you'll see exactly how your child is growing toward mountain-ready.
What's Shredder's refund and credit policy? ▾
Refund and credit options vary by program, timing, and enrollment type. For full-session classes: a refund may be available if you withdraw before the 3rd scheduled class; a Shredder credit may be available for the remaining classes after (missing a single class isn't a withdrawal). Camps & Parent's Night Out: refunds or credits depend on advance-cancellation timing. Private lesson deposits follow the same advance-timing structure. Birthday party deposits are non-refundable once confirmed. View the full policy →
Do you offer private lessons before a ski trip? ▾
Yes — this is one of the most popular ways to use private lessons. Many Livonia families book a session or series of private lessons before heading on a ski trip. Even 2–3 sessions can make a dramatic difference in confidence on the mountain.
What if my child misses a session? ▾
We don't run make-up classes, but for an excused absence your facility can issue a one-time coupon code worth the value of an Open Gym — usable toward any program and valid through the end of the session. Contact us at livonia@shredderski.com or (734) 608-2981.
Where exactly is the Livonia location? ▾
We're at 32543 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia, MI 48150 — serving families in Livonia, Plymouth, Canton, Farmington Hills, Northville, and the western Detroit suburbs.
Is there parking or anything I should know before arriving? ▾
Yes — free parking in the shopping center lot on Schoolcraft Rd. Plenty of spots available. Plan to arrive about 10 minutes early for your first session so we can get gear fitted.
How do I add participant information after booking? ▾
You'll be prompted to add participant details (age, experience, ski or snowboard preference, shoe size) at checkout. This is required before your first session — if we don't receive it in time, we may not be able to accommodate your session. Email us at livonia@shredderski.com if you need help.
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How It Works
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Programs
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Why Shredder
The story. The first step that was missing.
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Mountain Ready
Plan the trip. Lodging, gear, resorts that get a Shredder kid first.
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