SKI TEAMS
Development TeamS
Rippers
Shredders
All Mountain – SKI
NEW ALL MOUNTAIN – SNOWBOARD
Competitive Teams
Freeride
COMP – Ski racing
NEW INTRO – SKI RACING
Masters
Welcome to the Mt. Rose Ski Team landing page, which will serve as the primary point of communication about the programs we offer and race and training alerts for participants.
The Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe Race Program is designed for young athletes ready to challenge themselves on the slopes, offering a pathway from foundational skills to competitive excellence. With training tailored by age and ability, our weekend sessions focus on developing strong skiing techniques, race tactics, and confidence on both slalom and giant slalom courses. Through expert coaching, athletes build their skills step by step, preparing them for the thrill and discipline of ski racing. Whether they’re new to racing or aiming to reach the podium, our program equips each skier with the fundamentals and strategies needed to excel.
2024/2025 REGISTRATION INFO:
2024/2025 Ski Team registration will be open to the public beginning April 9, 2024.
Please click the ‘LEARN MORE / PURCHASE’ buttons above for more information about our 24/25 Ski Team Program offerings AND to register for the appropriate program for your athlete(s).
NOTE: Ski Team programs do NOT include a season pass. A season pass is required for participation in Ski Team Programs. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED all Ski Team Members purchase the PREMIER SEASON PASS*
*Athletes with a pass other than a Premier Pass must purchase a single-day lift ticket to participate in Ski Team training days that may be ‘void dates’ associated with their purchased pass.
Notifications
We will activate an alert before a training or race event to indicate whether the event is a go or no-go. If it is for a weekend event, the alert will be added on Friday and Saturday afternoons the day before. Please note the different alerts below:
Program is a GO!
Programs are a go as normal.
CAUTION – POSSIBLE IMPACTS
A caution alert will notify athletes of a potential postponement, location changes, weather, or other changes in everyday operations. Details and a final decision on when the call will be made will be posted.
NO GO – PROGRAMS WILL NOT RUN
All Ski Team programs have been canceled for this day due to weather concerns.
DEVELOPMENT – MAIN LODGE AREA
All development ski team programs start on the snow, out from the main lodge, near Northwest Express Load at the main lodge.
COMPETITIVE – WINTERS CREEK LODGE
All competition ski team programs start on the snow near Zephyr Express at Winters Creek Lodge.
We use the email address(es) provided during athlete ski team registration, and typically, families forward/share any communications within their family. If it is absolutely necessary, we can manually add e-mail addresses.
Please note, if you are not receiving Development Ski Team program e-mails, there are many possible reasons for this, and we cannot troubleshoot individual e-mail account issues.
Changes to athlete registration are only possible when there is enrollment capacity in the desired program(s) – i.e. Shredders Saturday. Our programs typically sell out well before the beginning of the ski season, please check Ski Team registration status on the Development Programs webpage before making a request.
Any change to athlete registration will result in a $100 processing fee, per registration/athlete.
Changes to the program an athlete is registered for are only made if the athlete is not a good ability level fit for their program, as determined by Ski Team coaches. We do not ‘move’ athletes between programs by request, once registered.
Athletes are evaluated for skiing ability the first several weekends of training and are placed with similar ability-level skiers in a group with a coach. If it is determined an athlete is not a good fit for the program they are registered for, we will explore alternatives, including moving programs – but this is not guaranteed. Programs may be sold out/at maximum capacity, and moving to a different program may not be an option. In those cases, a full refund less $100 will be processed.
Note, that moving between programs could result in an additional expense OR a refund for a portion of enrollment fees.
We’re sorry for any inconvenience the lunch schedule creates – staggering lunches is the only way we can avoid long lines, excessive wait times, and overcrowding in the lodge and cafe.
While we would like to accommodate program swaps or other adjustments to accommodate schedules, changes like these disrupt our coach-to-athlete ratios, which results in an unfairly negative impact on other athletes across programs.
After the season begins/the first few training weeks, there is potential that spots could open up in the program of your preference – at which point we would need to evaluate your athlete for fit in the respective program to ensure they can ski at a level consistent with other athletes in the program/group.
There are many variables that go into choosing the right gear, including boots and skis, and most depend on body type/size, the ability/type of skier, and the skier’s preferred style of skiing.
Our advice would be to visit a reputable ski shop and talk to them about new gear and the options that are right for your athlete.
We have organized a shared Google spreadsheet for families to enter their contact information if they are interested in either buying and/or selling their used Ski Team jacket(s)/used gear to other Ski Team families.
Please note that by entering your contact information, you are consenting to being contacted by other Ski Team families. Mt. Rose assumes no responsibility for private transactions between Ski Team families.
Families may also use this tool to coordinate rides/carpool to/from Mt. Rose on training days.
The link to the shared Google spreadsheet is here: 24/25 Mt. Rose Development Ski Team Rideshare Signup & Jacket/Gear Buy/Sell/Trade
Uniforms
An official Mt. Rose Ski Team jacket is required for all Ski Team athletes.
If your Ski Team jacket is not delivered by the start of Ski Team programs, athletes may wear the jacket of their choosing until their Ski Team jacket arrives.
The Mt. Rose Ski Team will continue to use the orange AKOVA jackets as the official Ski Team uniform. The hardshell is mandatory, while the insulator is optional and can be in the color of your choice.
Pants: Black (recommended but not required, pants can be the color of your choosing)
Mt. Rose is unable to provide guidance on any AKOVA gear purchases.
AKOVA, the Mt. Rose Ski Team jacket partner, will handle all Ski Team jacket needs and inquiries.
- AKOVA provides many size options, including youth and adult sizes (please refer to the size chart below for more information)
- Jackets purchased from AKOVA will be shipped directly to the purchaser. Shipping timelines may vary.
SIZE GUIDES
AKOVA has size guides + size calculators for each jacket type:
Kids – Adult Female – Adult Male
Click here for the size guide.
For any 24/25 jacket-specific questions (order processing, delivery/shipping, sizing, etc.), please contact AKOVA:
(720) 221-2488 | [email protected]
Can I return my AKOVA jacket if the one we ordered is too small or too large?
Unfortunately, jackets purchased new from AKOVA cannot be returned as they are manufactured specifically to order for Mt. Rose athletes, with custom embroidery and logos added.
Will AKOVA exchange if my athlete needs a different size during the season?
Mt. Rose hardshell Jackets may be exchanged for a different size during the season.
Is there any place my athlete can try different sizes on?
Unfortunately, we do not have a range of samples for athletes to ‘try on.’ The best advice we can give when purchasing a new jacket for your athlete is to use the vendor’s size chart to determine an appropriate size. A good rule of thumb for fast-growing children is to size up at least one size.
ALL OPTIONAL ITEM SALES ARE FINAL.
For any 24/25 jacket-specific questions (order processing, delivery/shipping, sizing, etc.), please contact AKOVA (720) 221-2488 | [email protected]
Mt. Rose is unable to provide guidance on any AKOVA gear purchases.
Team orders are estimated to ship 5-7 weeks after being placed. Team products are made in batches after collecting orders. You will receive a tracking link from AKOVA once your order ships.
Questions related to AKOVA orders (shipping, sizing, etc.) must be sent to AKOVA Customer Service (720) 221-2488 / [email protected].
Mt. Rose is unable to provide guidance on any AKOVA gear purchases.
ASSESSMENT
These are NOT BEGINNER PROGRAMS.
To ensure proper program placement, we will assess each athlete’s skiing ability. If an athlete does not meet the minimum skiing requirements, we may enroll them in a different program (if available) or cancel their registration with a full refund, minus a $100 processing fee.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Your child must meet the minimum age requirement for each program to participate.
Program age parameters are not flexible— zero exceptions.
For example, 6-year-olds are not allowed in Shredders.
LOCATION & LIFTS
Development ski team programs start on the snow near Northwest Express Load at the main lodge.
Competition ski team programs start on the snow near Zephyr Express at Winters Creek Lodge.
All athletes must be able to access and ride all chairlifts at Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe with minimal assistance from lift attendants or other chairlift riders.
Athletes will ride with the safety bar down on all chairlifts. Children ages 6+ may ride the lift with another adult, not always with an instructor.
GENERAL POLICY
Once the program has started, we will not switch training days. We cannot accommodate athletes showing up on their non-training day. For example, come on a Sunday when you are in a Saturday program.
There are no makeup days – this is a season-long training program.
There is no team facility for the athletes. Athletes are expected to arrive at the meeting area ready to train. Gear storage or stowing of personal items is not provided.
There is NOT a waiting list for programs that sell out. Any availability will be updated at skirose.com
PARENTS LODGE USE
All guests, including Ski Team Parents, are welcome to use the Main Lodge and Winters Creek Lodge for dining and short-term stays. Flipping seats accommodate multiple guests over a given period in the facilities. This turnover of seats is especially important on “weather days” when more guests are seeking a quick break from the cold. This page will note any changes or updates. We will periodically send e-mails, but athletes and parents should generally expect to find information here.
COMMUNICATION
This website is the primary communication mechanism for all athletes and their parents. Please note any changes or updates on this page. We will periodically send emails, but in general, athletes and parents should expect to find information here.
There is currently NO text message application in use for notifications.