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intro to race (Ages: 6-10)

The Intro to Race program is designed for young skiers who are looking to advance their skills and learn about ski racing. This program serves as a transitional step between traditional ski lessons and a race program. The focus of the program is to continue to develop a strong skiing foundation outside of the race course and then begin to take those skills and translate them into a race course. This program is primarily a fundamentals based training program with a focus on having fun. A great introduction to ski racing!

Intro To Race Program Includes:

  • A high level of support from professional experienced coaching staff. All coaches are registered US Ski & Snowboard coaches that have been background checked, have received SafeSport training, and continually seek education to improve their coaching skills.

  • The Intro to Race program runs for 4 weeks in January and includes a total of 8 practice sessions.

  • Lowest athlete to coach ratio.

  • End of season team race/event.

  • End of season athlete evaluation and program recommendations for next season.

  • At the end of the Intro to Race program, eligible athletes will be invited to advance into the Junior Race program for the remainder of the Mad Alpine season. A prorated Junior Race program fee will apply to those who choose to advance into that program.

  • Program Schedule: Thursday evenings 5:30PM-7:30PM & Sundays 10:00AM-12:00PM. Program starts January 4th and ends January 28th.

  • Program cost: $350. 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

  • Athletes MUST be comfortable getting on and off the chairlift without coach assistance

  • Must be able to ski down a green trail (example: Shelly’s Way) without assistance

  • Equipment: Athletes must have and bring their own skis and boots. Poles are optional for Intro to Race. Helmets and goggles are required for all Mad Alpine training sessions. Hard sided (hard ear) helmets are preferred.

  • 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