SEASONAL SQUAD PROGRAMS

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Seasonal Programs 2013

Dates of birth as of 1 January

Junior/ Senior / FIS team

Competition birth years: 1997 or earlier

This program is either for skiers interested in pursuing race training, first year FIS athletes or for the experienced competitor, 14 years of age and above. Athletes will strive towards perfecting developing solid race techniques and race tactics. Training will be closely linked to FIS fulltime athlete program. Athletes may already be competing in Interschool’s competitions, SSA or FIS competitions. Training is all day and weekend orientated, with the Victorian school holidays included in the program. It is proposed that skiers will participate in SSA and some FIS races in VIC & NSW. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.

Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $2820| After 19 June $3020

Duration: 28 days
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.

Part time U10, U12 & U14 – Alpine Race Team

Competition birth years: 2004/05, 2002/03 &  2000/01

For the committed junior skier who wishes to further develop their alpine racing experience and intends to compete in the Children’s Race Series. Training is all day and weekend orientated, with the Victorian school holidays included in the program. The focus is on freeskiing in challenging terrain, moguls, terrain parks and developing solid race techniques while achieving goals in a fun environment. It is proposed that skiers will participate in the Victorian Children’s Championships and the Australian Children’s Championships. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.

Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $3305 | After 19 June $3505

Duration: 33 days
See Training Calendar for details on training & race dates*
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.

Weekend Warriors U10 Alpine Race Team

Age Group: Birth years 2004/05

This program is the foundation for the Children’s Race Team and is specially designed for younger age groups. Training is all day and weekend orientated, with the Victorian school holidays included in the program. With an emphasis on skill development and freeskiing in all snow conditions and varied terrain, athletes will also work on moguls, terrain park introduction, race technique and competition in a fun and supervised environment. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.

Base Program:

Cost: Early Bird: $3130 | After 19 June $3330

Duration: 31 days
See Training Calendar for details on training & race dates*:
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.

Development Squad

Ages 7 to 10 years (younger athletes may be accepted at Program Directors discretion)

The Children Development Team is the next step up from the Snowsports School’s Kangaroo group. The daily schedule is based on 4 hours per day except on race days when the program is all day. The focus is on improving basic skills, such as correct stance and turn shape, to develop strong parallel skiing, moguls, terrain park introduction, gate training and entry level races in a fun and safe environment. For children aged 6 years of age, please contact our office 03 5758 1000. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.

Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $2050 | After 19 June $2150

Duration: 30 days
See Training Calendar for details on training & race dates*:
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.

Weekend Warriors Snowboard

Ages 10 years and above

Designed for athletes wanting to develop snowboarding fundamentals and prepare for local competitions e.g. Interschool’s. It will provide a good stepping stone to work towards the competitive arena nationally. Training will include GS, Terrain Park and all-mountain riding to develop a solid skill base.

Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $1985| After 19 June $2085

Duration: 24 days
See Training Calendar for details on training & race dates*:
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.

Recorded: 01/10/2012 Lifts Open: 0 out of 15 Overnight Temp: Description: No precipitation - Fine and Sunny Wind: WNW Snow: 0Cm's

Payments Enquires:
Falls Creek Ski Lifts: 03 5758 1000
Email: fcadmin@fallscreek.net

Race Club Enquiries:
Falls Creek Race Club: 0409 248 765
Email: fallscreekraceclub@yahoo.com.au

 

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