Senior Race (AGE GROUPS: U14, U16, U18 Birth year 2011 and earlier)

Base Training PrOGRAM:

The Senior Race program is designed for experienced skiers who are looking to advance their ski racing skills. The focus is on building strong fundamentals at training practices which are held twice per week (three per week for training plus program athletes). All Sr. Race Program athletes have the opportunity to join us at one or more MWAR races. The MWAR race league provides a great opportunity for high school skiers to race against tons of high school athletes across Madison and Milwaukee- many of whom they will compete against at the Wisconsin High School State Championships. Information about the MWAR league and other race opportunities can be found on our Race Leagues page.

Includes a minimum of two on snow training sessions per week starting in December and ending the first week in March. In December, schedules many vary depending on Tyrol Basin hours.

  • A high level of support from professional experienced coaching staff. All coaches are USSS certified or actively working towards certification. All coaches are background checked and SafeSport trained.

  • 12+ weeks of on-snow training starting in mid December (weather permitting) through early March (weather permitting).

  • 2 training sessions per week.

  • Low athlete to coach ratio.

  • Participation in Mad Alpine team race series.

  • Access to fall dryland training sessions.

  • Video analysis at select training sessions.

  • Timing at select training sessions.

  • Access to register for winter training camp and other bonus training opportunities.

  • Coaching at one MWAR race. Race details to come.

  • Base Program Practice Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30PM-7:30PM.

  • Program Fees: $500 for the season. Fees can be paid online in full at time of registration or through a 3 installment payment option. Register by 10/31 to secure the best rate.

Extended Training AND Race Program:

All Components of the Junior Race Base Training Program plus:

  • 3 training sessions per week when available. The third practice sessions likely to be offered on select Sunday mornings.

  • Goal setting and progress tracking with lead coaching staff.

  • Full MWAR Participation - 6 Races plus the LaCrosse Spring Fling.

  • Extended Program Practice Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30PM-8:00PM optional 3rd practice sessions likely to be offered on select Sunday mornings.

  • Program Fees: $750 for the season. Fees can be paid online in full at time of registration or through a 3 installment payment option. Register by 10/31 to secure the best rate.

Requirements

  • Parent volunteer participation (approx. 2 times per season, details to be communicated closer to the season).

  • Preferred requirement: Prior completion of the Junior Race program or previous skiing experience. Must be able to ski down a blue run without assistance (example: Bump Buster).

  • Equipment:

    • Athletes must have and bring their own ski equipment.

    • Equipment should meet MWA or US Ski guidelines if an athlete is registered for one of those teams. See Equipment tab for more details.

    • NO twin tips during practice sessions.

    • Helmets must be worn at all Mad Alpine practices and events. Helmets with solid shells covering both ears are required for some race events.

  • Lift tickets: Lift tickets are NOT included in program registration. Season passes are encouraged. Lift tickets should be purchased directly from Tyrol Basin and must be worn at each practice session.