Race
PROGRAMS
race ProgramS
If you have any questions or guidance on the appropriate program or need further information about the Competitive teams, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Ski Team Head Coach Ray Tulloch at [email protected]
Children ages 6+ may ride the lift with another adult, not always with an instructor.
| Program | Age | Training Days | Until April 27 | April 28 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intro to Ski Racing | 8-11 | Sat + Sun | $2099 | $2199 |
| Competitive Ski Racing | 8-18 | Sat + Sun | $2799 | $2899 |
| Masters 3 Day | 21+ | Wed + Fri + Sat | $1599 | $1699 |
INTRO to SKI RACING
2 Day (Saturday & Sunday) | All-Day Program
Ages 8 to 11 (as of December 1st)
This program is designed to provide an introduction to ski racing so that athletes can start developing their competitive potential. There will be a strong focus on skills development for future athletic success. Training will include technical and tactical training in slalom and giant slalom skills using free ski drills, stubby and full gates. Athletes will have the opportunity, based on progress, to compete initially in Tahoe League Races* and potentially in Far West races. Our coaches for this program all have a background in skI race coaching and development. Coaching support will be provided at races.
This is the ideal program for the athlete who wishes to develop their technical and tactical skills to compete in races; to develop their techniques to safely ski the whole mountain; and to build life-long skills. It also provides a pathway to more advanced competitive skiing for athletes who have previously participated in Ski Team programs.
The ideal candidate for this program is an athlete who can comfortably ski advanced terrain; has mastered all necessary intermediate skiing skills on a variety of challenging terrain and snow conditions and wishes to progress to competitive skiing.
*For those choosing to compete, the athlete is responsible for individual fees, including but not limited to Lift Tickets / Registration / etc…
Ski Team programs do NOT include a season pass.
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COMPETITIVE
SKI RACING
2 Day (Saturday & Sunday) + Select Weekdays
All-Day Program
Ages 8 to 18
U10, U12, U14, U16, FIS and U21
Athletes in these programs will develop their skills to be able to compete*] in High School racing, Tahoe League**, Far West, Regional and FIS races as appropriate. There will be a focus on developing techniques and tactics through Slalom and Giant Slalom training and free ski drills to build on skills. This will support both improved competitive performance and the development of overall skiing ability in all conditions for lifelong skiing. Athletes will be able to progress through different competitive race series based on skills progression and abilities. Coaches for this program will all have strong race and professional race coaching experience.
This is the perfect program for the athlete who wishes to develop their technical and tactical racing skills to be able to compete; to develop their techniques to safely ski the whole mountain; and to build life-long skiing skills. It also provides a pathway to more advanced competitive skiing for athletes who have previously participated in Ski Team programs.
The program will include opportunities for Speed training in Super G and, as appropriate, Downhill based on progress and ability. Weekends will be full-day sessions, 8:30 – 3:00.
There will also be additional mid-week afternoon (Wednesday and Friday) training opportunities as race schedules allow. Experienced Coaching support will be provided at races to support athletes in achieving their full competitive potential. We will use our state of the art LYMPIK RFID timing system and video analysis as appropriate for gate training sessions to measure competitive performance improvements.
*For those choosing to compete, the athlete is responsible for individual fees,
including but not limited to Lift Tickets / Registration / etc...
**Tahoe League races are held at venues around the Tahoe Basin.
Far West races also include Mammoth and other Far West venues
Ski Team programs do NOT include a season pass.
PREMIER PASS RECOMMENDED
Schedule
Start Date: Mid-to Late November
ALTERED SCHEDULE DURING HOLIDAY PERIODS
No Training 27/28 December
EQUIPMENT
We recommend athletes should have dedicated slalom and giant slalom skis for this program. Younger athletes (U10) competing in the Tahoe Race Series may use a single event/kombi race ski. We do not recommend season lease skis for athletes in this program as they do not provide the necessary performance to compete successfully.
Athletes will also require slalom protective equipment such as pole guards, shin guards and chin guards. Race suits are not essential but are recommended for Far West level events.
Hard ear helmets are required for all athletes and forerunners as listed in the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Alpine Competition Regulations.
For U14 and older: athletes must use helmets that meet the FIS standards.
No soft ear helmets allowed
For questions and advice on suitable equipment, as well as possible availability of appropriate used equipment, please reach out to the Head Coach, Ray Tulloch: [email protected]
*If the athlete does not meet the minimum skiing ability requirements, the athlete may be reenrolled in an appropriate alternative program (pending availability), or registration will be canceled with full reimbursement less a $100 processing fee.
Program Meets: On Snow at Winters Creek Lodge
Membership Required.All athletes are required to hold a valid U.S. Ski & Snowboard Membership in order to compete in the Tahoe Race Series and Far West races. (This is not required for training but will be required for races). In order to obtain that membership, please follow these few steps.
- Visit https://usskiandsnowboard.org/
- Click on ‘Members’ and scroll down
- Either ‘Create an Account’ or ‘Log In’ to your My U.S. Ski & Snowboard account.
- From your ‘My Account’ box choose ‘Register a new U.S. Ski & Snowboard member’
You will need to choose a competitor license based on your age and choose the Far West Division, plus include your club.
Also visit: Home – Far West Skiing
PROGRAM DETAILS
The ideal candidates for this program are athletes who are interested in pursuing competitive alpine ski racing and should be able to:
- Comfortably ski all advanced (BLACK / Most Difficult) terrainon the mountain, under any conditions, at any time (except Expert/Chutes)
- Verbally communicate effectively with the coaches
- Prepared to put the necessary time and effort into achieving and maintaining appropriate physical fitness levels
- Prepared to maintain, wax and tune skis as appropriate (tuning and waxing clinics will be provided for athletes and parents)
PROGRAM DETAILS
For those choosing to compete, the athlete is responsible for individual fees, including but not limited to Lift Tickets / Registration / etc...
Membership Required. Visit: US Ski & Snowboard Membership
MASTERS
Ages 21+
TRAINING: WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY / SATURDAY Mornings Only
Drop-ins available – See details below.
ALWAYS LEARNING, ALWAYS IMPROVING, NO MATTER THE AGE!.
The Mt. Rose Master’s Racing Program is for adult skiers looking to take their skiing and racing skills to the next level. The program supports both those who have previously raced as well as those who have never raced who would like to train and compete. Coaches for this program all have strong race and professional coaching experience.
The program includes gate training in Slalom and Giant Slalom to develop and refine race techniques and tactics for improved competitive performance. In addition, we will use free ski drills to support the development of long term skiing ability, confidence and skills in all conditions.
Based on progress and abilities athletes will also have the opportunity to train for Super G and Downhill race events.
We will use our wireless LYMPIK RFID timing system and video analysis as appropriate to measure performance improvements.
Athletes may participate in the Far West Masters USSS competitions where there will normally be coaching support provided to help athletes achieve their full potential. More details can be found at farwestmasters.org. For those choosing to compete, the athlete is responsible for individual fees, including but not limited to Lift Tickets / Registration / etc… For more information, please contact Ray Tulloch [email protected]
For more information, please contact Ray Tulloch [email protected]
Ski Team programs do NOT include a season pass.
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