Child Care & Babysitting Options in Steamboat

The secret to any great vacation is managing your kid’s time wisely and making sure to have your bases covered. That said, when you’re a visitor in Steamboat, there may be times where you want to venture out without the littles. Whether it’s a night on the town or a ski date with a loved one, you should feel confident and assured that you’ve found the right place and establishment for your child to explore, have fun, and enjoy their time in the mountains.

In a place as diverse as Steamboat, there are plenty of ways to keep kids engaged during the summer and winter months. Below are a few of the best services we recommend to help you not only look after your kids while you are away, but will also keep them entertained and have fun as well.

SNOWBOARD & SKI LESSONS FOR AGES 6 & UNDER
Steamboat SnowSports School offers Young Kids Lessons through the Mountain Camp facility to little skiers age 3 -6 and snowboarders age 4 – 6. The one-stop-shop for families with small children includes lesson instruction, lunch, and an equipment rental and lift ticket option.

Steamboat’s Young Kids Lesson programs are built just for kids. Students are put into small groups of similar ages. Depending on their comfort, they’ll ski level-appropriate terrain, which ranges from beginner magic carpets all the way up to mellow intermediate runs for more advanced students.

Pros are specifically trained to work with this age group, pulling from a big bag of proven tricks to make skill drills and instruction time fun and full of imagination. Sing-alongs and silly stories are all a part of this encouraging and entertaining program.

Unlike in the past, Steamboat Resort doesn’t offer childcare services except via lessons. Click here for more information.

SKIERS & SNOWBOARDERS AGES 5-12 YEARS

Built just for kids – with parents in mind– Kids camps and lessons are Steamboat’s hub for all things outdoors. The goal is to be the place where your child’s earliest mountain memories are made and where pure fun is had, day-after-day and year-after-year. Welcoming cowgirls and cowboys ages 5-12 years old, kids camps and lessons and follow the simple progression of “first comes passion, then comes skills.” Lessons are from 9:00am to 3:00pm and lunch is provided.
SKIERS & SNOWBOARDERS AGES 13-17 YEARS
Steamboat teen group lessons are tailored specifically to meet the educational needs of the age and skill level. Your teen will be matched with others of the same ability level-appropriate groups and the right instructor to maximize the time on snow. Lunch is provided.

**Prices, products and procedures are subject to change at any time without notice. Advance purchase discount only applicable if made at least 7 days prior to arrival. 

KIDS PLAY GARDEN

Kids Play Garden is a creative learning arts center that was designed to be environmentally conscious, using eco-friendly materials and cleaning products. All food served at Kids Garden is wholesome, nutritious and peanut-free. Stop by any time we’re open and, after a one-hour minimum, pay by the minute.

Kids Garden is not just for childcare. It’s a drop-in learn & play child care solution where kids build, create, exercise and play. Children come here to explore and learn in an eco-friendly, safe and secure play space under the supervision of experienced teachers. Every weekday morning, Kids Garden offers a special eco-friendly, flexible preschool curriculum designed for children 2- 5 years. Children do NOT have to be potty trained!

STEAMBOAT BABYSITTING COMPANY

Steamboat Babysitting Company provides safe and reliable childcare in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Credited and insured babysitters can easily travel to your rental property to provide quality care for your little ones. Leave your kiddos in safe hands, and be assured that they are having fun while you’re away. Steamboat Babysitting Company provides care for newborns to teens. Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, as have a limited number of staff. Reservations in advance are highly recommended.

MAYBE IT’S A BETTER DAY FOR INDOOR FUN?

Want to spend time with your child off the slopes? Outside of ski school or daycare, Steamboat Springs still has a lot to offer for the kiddos!

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