Freeski Rookie Teams (1, 2 or 3 day) | Ages 8-12

The SSCV Rookie Team has one, two and three day options. This program is designed to provide young rookie athletes with an introduction to the park & pipe and/or all-mountain freeskiing. 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.

Freeski Rookie Team 1 Day – Saturday: This is a Saturday program ­plus some bonus days (see below under More Program Information). We will focus developing a well-rounded skier, foster competition exposure, provide access to our trampoline facilities and have lots of fun. Many athletes in this program attend various local competitions, get the spark and then move up to a two or three day program.

Freeski Rookie Team 2 Day – Saturday and Sunday: This is a Saturday and Sunday program ­plus some bonus days (see below under More Program Information). Often athletes choose this two-day option for their second year with the SSCV Rookie Team. We will focus on developing a well-rounded skier and encourage competition at USASA Rocky Mountain Series or the IFSA regional competitions. We will provide access to our trampoline facilities and have a ton of fun!

Freeski Rookie Team 3 Day – Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday: This is the Saturday and Sunday program plus Friday afternoon ­and some bonus days (see below under More Program Information). 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 4 day a week and full-time middle school programs. We will provide access to our trampoline facilities and have a ton of fun!

Freeski Rookie Team Coach Directory

Ages: 8-12

Prequisites: 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 Level 7 rating.

Program Dates: early December to late March

On-Snow Days: Choose from 1 day (Saturday), 2 day (Saturday and Sunday) or 3 day (Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday)

  • All as calendared
  • On-snow dates are weather dependent

Bonus Days:

  • Trampoline nights: Fridays as calendared in early December to late March at VSSA in Minturn
  • For National qualifying athletes only: a few days prior to, as well as at, USASA Nationals or IFSA Nationals for those athletes who qualify for these events

Freeski Rookie Team 1 Day (Saturday)

Program Fees:

Non-Resident Fee: $4,660, plus $100 Club Membership

Colorado Resident Fee: $3,910, plus $100 Club Membership

**SSCV Program Fees include only regular season on-snow training at Vail and Beaver Creek (and for snowboard, freeski park & pipe and freeride athletes at SSCV Summit County training areas and for Nordic athletes within the Vail Valley) and regular season strength and conditioning in the Vail Valley. SSCV Program Fees exclude all other fees and charges, such as but not limited to the following: early season and late season training and transportation fees and charges, all camps, all ski passes and lift tickets at all mountains, all competition entry fees, all travel, room and board charges, all governing body and association fees, all coach expenses during travel, all van fees (other than in-state van fees back and forth to training or competition) and all team jackets and apparel. Please see Terms & Conditions for more information on the SSCV financial policy and pricing. To inquire about available financial aid, click here.

Volunteer Point Requirement: 60 points

**You are required to volunteer each season to earn the stated number of points. If your family has more than one athlete, your points will be that of the athlete with the higher balance. Please see Terms & Conditions for additional details related to the volunteer requirement.

Uniform Program: Part-time athletes are strongly encouraged to take part in our uniform program. Uniform details and purchase instructions coming soon.

Freeski Rookie Team 2 Day (Saturday and Sunday)

Program Fees:

Non-Resident Fee: $6,370, plus $100 Club Membership

Colorado Resident Fee: $5,390, plus $100 Club Membership

**SSCV Program Fees include only regular season on-snow training at Vail and Beaver Creek (and for snowboard, freeski park & pipe and freeride athletes at SSCV Summit County training areas and for Nordic athletes within the Vail Valley) and regular season strength and conditioning in the Vail Valley. SSCV Program Fees exclude all other fees and charges, such as but not limited to the following: early season and late season training and transportation fees and charges, all camps, all ski passes and lift tickets at all mountains, all competition entry fees, all travel, room and board charges, all governing body and association fees, all coach expenses during travel, all van fees (other than in-state van fees back and forth to training or competition) and all team jackets and apparel. Please see Terms & Conditions for more information on the SSCV financial policy and pricing. To inquire about available financial aid, click here.

Volunteer Point Requirement: 80 points

**You are required to volunteer each season to earn the stated number of points. If your family has more than one athlete, your points will be that of the athlete with the higher balance. Please see Terms & Conditions for additional details related to the volunteer requirement.

Uniform Program: Part-time athletes are strongly encouraged to take part in our uniform program. Uniform details and purchase instructions coming soon.

Freeski Rookie Team 3 Day (Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday)

Program Fees:

Non-Resident Fee: $7,450, plus $100 Club Membership

Colorado Resident Fee: $6,280, plus $100 Club Membership

**SSCV Program Fees include only regular season on-snow training at Vail and Beaver Creek (and for snowboard, freeski park & pipe and freeride athletes at SSCV Summit County training areas and for Nordic athletes within the Vail Valley) and regular season strength and conditioning in the Vail Valley. SSCV Program Fees exclude all other fees and charges, such as but not limited to the following: early season and late season training and transportation fees and charges, all camps, all ski passes and lift tickets at all mountains, all competition entry fees, all travel, room and board charges, all governing body and association fees, all coach expenses during travel, all van fees (other than in-state van fees back and forth to training or competition) and all team jackets and apparel. Please see Terms & Conditions for more information on the SSCV financial policy and pricing. To inquire about available financial aid, click here.

Volunteer Point Requirement: 100 points

**You are required to volunteer each season to earn the stated number of points. If your family has more than one athlete, your points will be that of the athlete with the higher balance. Please see Terms & Conditions for additional details related to the volunteer requirement.

Uniform Program: Part-time athletes are strongly encouraged to take part in our uniform program. Uniform details and purchase instructions coming soon.

Questions?

Chris Laske, Freeski & Snowboard Program Director | email Chris

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