Northstar's new "Ultimate Four" is the perfect alternative to ski school for adults and youth who want "more" and offers a lower price point than private lessons. Ski or board all day with no more than 3 others of your level.  Matched to age and ability and includes a demo ski/board for adults and lunch for kids. 

Choose an off peak day and you might even have a lower ratio, who knows!

Encourage a friend to buy another Ultimate-4, generously donated by Vail/Northstar, and join the same group.

http://www.northstarcalifornia.com/info/ski/lessons-rentals/ultimate4.asp