The young athletes of the Development Team will take their enthusiasm of the sport to new levels and strengthen their learned skills in a variety of terrain and conditions.

The Freeride group will work on all-mountain skiing and maneuvers on all the slopes of Diamond Peak.

Markers of success for these athletes will be a display of strong team dynamics and an enjoyment of great skiing experiences with their teammates.

AGES: 7 & Older

DATES: December 15th through March 23rd

TIME: Saturdays & Sundays 9 am till 3 pm (Training times for camps - 9 am to 1 pm)

Holiday Camp: December 26th - 28th, January 2nd - 4th

Presidents Week Camp: TBA

Parent info night TBA @ Parasol Foundation

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

• Properly fitted skis/boots/poles/helmet (DPSEF members can participate in the Village Ski Loft night for discounted prices on equipment October 17/18)
• Cold weather clothing to assure a fun experience in all weather and snow conditions
• Diamond Peak Season Pass

ABILITIES NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE:

• With the unique abilities and adventurous attitude of the athletes, the ability to ski the entire mountain in a variety of snow and weather conditions is required.
• Can hold skis parallel all the way through the turn
• Handles winter conditions
• Willing to ski both days

PLANS FOR THE YEAR:

• Fundamentals of skiing, including: gate drills, extreme snow conditions, steeps, bumps, and progressions in the park.
• Athletes grouped by age, ability, skills, and individual goals for the season
• Coach/athlete ratio approximately 9:1
• Mid & end of season evaluations
• Possible local competitions
• Big mountain visits/trips
• Ski flick production

FUTURE FOR THESE ATHLETES:

• Continue the passion for freeriding
• Various extreme competitions
• Ski star

Interested in more gate time? Check out the Development team.

All application forms and program flyer are available in the “Downloads” section.