SSCV freeski athlete at park and pipe at Vail Colorado

Freeski Rookie Team 3 Day

Freeski Park & Pipe

Freeski Rookie 3 Day Team

As part of Ski & Snowboard Club Vail’s Freeski Rookie Team program, the sport of freeskiing is wide ranging and will be attractive for many younger skiers — because it’s a fun team!

The SSCV Rookie Team has one, two and three day options. This program is designed to provide young rookie athletes with an introduction to freeride/all-mountain skiing and park & pipe skiing. Coaches will focus on a variety of skiing skills, with particular attention being dedicated to fundamentals such as carving, jumping, body and air awareness, and park & pipe skill development. Depending on the day, we could head out to tackle the whole mountain for skiing, stop at natural and manmade terrain features, delve into the park & pipe environment, and/or bump down some moguls. We will also have an off-snow evening at our trampoline facility one night per week.

New Athlete Inquiry

Program Details

Overview

Freeski Rookie Team 3 Day program trains on Friday afternoons, Saturdays, and Sundays. The program also includes trampoline sessions on Friday nights. We will continue to focus on developing a well-rounded skier and specific skills development. This program is designed for younger athletes hoping to bring their skills to the next level and is a great pipeline to the full-time elementary and full-time middle school programs. We will provide access to our trampoline facilities and have a ton of fun!

Dates: Early December to Late March (Snow dependent, we will have 16 training weekends)

Training Days: Friday afternoons, Saturdays and Sundays plus trampoline nights on Fridays as calendared

Age and Skill Requirements:

Ages 8-12

Prerequisites:

  • Skier can confidently execute parallel turns and ski blue and blue/black groomed trails with controlled speed and rhythm.
  • Starting to do experiments in the bumps, trees and powder.
  • Able to ski through intermediate terrain park.
  • Skier is adept at adjusting the size and length of turns, and can ski on a variety of different types of snow and terrain.
  • Always stays in control.
  • Seeks to improve overall proficiency.
  • Athletes need to have ski proficiency consistent with a PSIA Level 7 rating.
  • Athletes must be able to ski a full day without tiring.
Fees + Scholarships

Program Fees:

  • Non-Resident Fee: $7,450 plus $100 Club Membership
  • Colorado Resident Fee: $6,280 plus $100 Club Membership

SSCV is committed to making our programs accessible to families. Our scholarship program can cover up to 100% of program fees based on financial need and level of participation. For the 2026–2027 season, SSCV offers two types of scholarships. Explore our Scholarship Page to determine the best fit for your family.

Please note, the first deadline for 26/27 scholarship applications is May 15th, 2026 and the second deadline is October 1st, 2026. Families must have their 2025 tax return in order to complete their application.

Calendar

The Freeski Rookie Team 3 Day program runs during the winter season, typically from November through March, with training held three days per week, including weekends and select weekdays or holidays.

The increased training schedule allows athletes to develop consistency, confidence, and progression across both terrain park and all-mountain environments. A detailed calendar outlining training sessions and key program dates is provided prior to the season.

Freeski Rookie Calendar
Volunteer Requirements

Points Required: 160

SSCV relies heavily upon the generosity of hundreds of volunteers who give thousands of hours to help with competitions, fundraising and various Club tasks and events. Volunteer points are earned by completing volunteer jobs, and these jobs are assigned a specific number of points based upon difficulty and time needed for completion. SSCV requires each family to complete a predetermined amount of volunteering based upon the programs in which they are involved. The number of points required per family is based upon the athlete’s program (and in the case of multiple athletes, it will be the program in which the most time-committed athlete participates).

There are numerous opportunities, both on and off the snow, throughout the year from May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027. Opportunities will be shared with families via email as they arise.

Failure to meet your obligation could result in an evaluation of your family’s fit with the program and SSCV culture of volunteerism.

For questions regarding volunteer requirements, point balances, or on-snow opportunities, please contact Land Collioure Le Coq at llecoq@skiclubvail.org. For off-snow and event-related opportunities, please contact Liz Filipowicz at lfilipowicz@skiclubvail.org.

Please note that failure to meet volunteer requirements may result in a reevaluation of your family’s participation in SSCV programs and alignment with the club’s culture of involvement.

Facilities + Technical Support

Training takes place on Vail Mountain, utilizing terrain parks and progression-based features designed for freestyle development. Athletes also benefit from access to training environments at Vail Ski & Snowboard Academy, including the tow rope rail garden for focused repetition and skill progression.

These environments allow athletes to safely advance their abilities while gaining experience across a variety of features and terrain.

Strength Training

With increased training volume, athletes begin to develop more consistent movement patterns and a stronger foundation in freestyle skiing. Emphasis is placed on coordination, body awareness, and safe progression.

Off-snow development remains age-appropriate, focusing on balance, agility, and general athletic movement. Athletes are also introduced to equipment awareness and the importance of proper setup for performance and safety.