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Northstar California Race Team | Kid's Ski & Snowboard Race Team Programs

Kids' Ski + Snowboard Team Programs

 

The Northstar California Ski & Snowboard Team has training options for all levels of skiers and riders. So whether you're just starting to explore the mountain or you're a dedicated competitor, we have a program for you.

 

Northstar Ski Team Programs
Ski Development Programs
Ski Competitive Programs
Skiing Free Ride Programs

» View 2011.12 Ski Team Training Calendar (.pdf)

Burton Snowboard Academy Programs
Start Lab
Test Lab (freeride development)
Proof Lab (freeride competitive)

» View 2011.12 Snowboard Team Training Calendar (.pdf)

 

2011.12 Northstar Ski Team Programs

Ski Development ProgramsAges
Season Pass 
Fast Pass
Tuition
Pioneer Program Team (weekend)        
Sat. & Sun. (all day)
December 3 - April 1
4 - 12 Yes - Epic LocalNo $1,099 SOLD OUT*
Sunday (all day)
December 3 - April 1
4 - 12 Yes - Tahoe ValueNo $799 SOLD OUT*

Mastery of the entire mountain through fun and adventure. The training focuses on the “fundamentals” of skiing, introduction to gates, on-mountain etiquette, camaraderie with teammates and much more.

 

Pioneer Program Team (mid-week)      
Wed. & Fri. (afternoon) 4 - 6 Yes - Tahoe ValueNo $349

This program is designed for Pre-School and Kindergarten age children who want more time on snow. Combine this program with our Weekend Pioneer Program and get thirty percent more skiing.

 

Ski Development Team     
Sat., Sun. & designated holidays
(all day)
7 - 15 Yes - Epic PassYes $1,699 SOLD OUT*

Race and free-skiing skills with an emphasis on fun. Racers will blend free-skiing skills with regular gate training on Giant Slalom and Slalom courses. This group will race in the Tahoe League Race Series and be given the opportunity to compete at higher levels.

 

Ski Competitive Programs Ages
Season Pass 
Fast Pass
Tuition

J-4/5 Far West Team

Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day) 9 - 12 (J4/5) Yes - Epic Pass Yes $2,199 SOLD OUT*
J-4/5 Far West Weekend Team

Fri. (afternoon)
Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day)

9 - 12 (J4/5) Yes - Epic Pass Yes $1,899 SOLD OUT*

Training program for the committed ski racer with the goal of becoming the best racers in the region. The program is a blend of fun, free-skiing and racing development with gate training on Super G, Giant Slalom and Slalom courses.

 

J-1/2/3 Far West Team        
Wed., Thurs., Friday (afternoon)
Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day)
13 - 14 (J3)
15 - 16 (J2)
17 - 19 (J1)
Yes - Epic Pass Yes $2,399

Training program for the committed ski racer with the goal of becoming the best racers in the region. The program is a blend of fun, free-skiing and racing development with gate training on Downhill, Super G, Giant Slalom and Slalom courses.

 

Skiing Free Ride Programs Ages
Season Pass 
Fast Pass
Tuition
Development Freeride Team        
Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day) 7 - 18 Yes - Epic Pass Yes $1,699 SOLD OUT*
 
Competitive Freeride Team        
Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day) 9 - 18 Yes - Epic Pass Yes $2,399 SOLD OUT*

Training program focuses on the fun and safe practice of free riding. The program develops well-rounded skiers by balancing free-skiing skills for the terrain park, half pipe, slope style, and off-piste skiing (no inverted maneuvers) with race techniques.

Note: Free Ride athletes interested in additional participation in the Far West race program please note your interest upon sign up. Athletes will compete in USASA, USSA Freeride and other local contests.

 

*Waiting lists may be available for these programs. For more information, please contact Inger Norman, Teams Administrator at inorman@vailresorts.com.

 

 

2011.12 Burton Snowboard Academy Programs           

  Ages
Season Pass 
Fast Pass
Tuition
Start Lab (weekend)        
Sat. & Sun. (all day)
December 3 - April 1
4 - 12 Yes - Epic Local No

$1,099

Sunday (all day)
December 3 - April 1
4 - 12 Yes - Tahoe Value No $799

Mastery of the entire mountain through fun and adventure. The training focuses on the “fundamentals” of skiing, introduction to gates, on-mountain etiquette, camaraderie with teammates and much more.

 

Star Lab (mid-week)
Wed. & Fri. (afternoon)
January 4 - March 30
4 - 6 Yes - Tahoe Value No $349

This program is designed for Pre-School and Kindergarten age children who want more time on snow. Combine this program with our Weekend Pioneer Program and get thirty percent more skiing.

 

Test Lab (freeride development)
Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day)
December 3 - April 1
7 - 18 (Level 7+) Yes - Epic Pass Yes $1,699

Fun and safe practice of freestyle snowboarding, including half pipe, slope style and aerial maneuvers. Participants in the Test Lab will be eligible to compete once they have passed specific riding skills set by their coach.

 

Proof Lab (freeride competitive)
Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun. & designated holidays (all day)
Mid-November - April 5
7 - 18 Yes - Epic Pass Yes $2,399

Freestyle snowboarding, including half pipe, slope style and aerial maneuvers. Participants in the Proof Lab will be eligible to compete once they have passed specific riding skills set by their coach and will compete in USASA and USSA series. Lab fee includes an Epic Pass with Fast Pass lane access and access to a locker in our Team Room.

 

 

 

Ages
Ages are as of January 1, 2012.

Team Room Locker Room
Team lockers are issued to team members each year, based on availability. Unfortunately, all team lockers are SOLD OUT for the 2011.12 season.

Fast Pass
Access the priority "Fast Pass" lane all season long at Northstar with the season-long Fast Pass (a $200 value). Valid lift ticket or ski/ride season pass is required.

Tuition & Registration
Tuition rates are valid as of October 1, 2011. All registrations are subject to program availability. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. To maintain a safe environment in all programs a waiting list will be implemented once a program is full. Enrollment is not guaranteed.


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