Jnr/ Snr/ FIS Alpine Race Team
Competition birth years: 1993 or earlier
This program is either for skiers interested in pursuing race training, first year FIS athletes or for the experienced competitor, 15 years of age and above. 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. Athletes will strive towards perfecting their skills in freeskiing, moguls, terrain parks and developing solid race techniques while achieving goals in a fun environment. It is proposed that skiers will participate in Interschool competitions, SSA and some FIS races in VIC & NSW. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.
Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $2,425.00 | After 30 May $2,575.00
Duration: 32 days - 21 June to 7 September including school holidays (28 June- 13 July)
VCE-HSC Students: Cost: Early Bird: $2175 | After 30 May $2325
Additional Training Weeks:
Dates: Week A – 15 to 18 July; Cost: $280
Race Dates:
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 5 to 6 July
Falls Creek Rossignol Children’s Cup – 12 July (TBC)
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 19 to 20 July
Hotham SSA Series – 26 to 27 July
Thredbo FIS Series – 11 to 15 August
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.
Child 1 & Child 2 Alpine Race Team
Competition birth years: 1994/95 & 1996/97
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 Australian Children’s Championships. Helmet use is mandatory for all participants.
Base Program:
Cost: Early Bird: $2,330.00 | After 30 May $2,480.00
Duration: 34 days - 21 June to 7 September including school holidays (28 June- 13 July)
Additional Training Weeks:
Dates: Week B - 15 to 17 July; Week A Cost: $200
Dates: Week C – Australian Nationals; Week C Cost: $160
Race Dates:
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 5 to 6 July
Falls Creek Rossignol Children’s Cup – 12 July (TBC)
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 19 to 20 July
Falls Creek Victorian Children’s Championships – 19 to 20 July
Mt Buller Victorian Children’s Championships – 16 to 17 August
Thredbo Australian Children’s Championships – 6 to 7 September
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.
Child 0 Alpine Race Team
Age Group: Birth years 1998, 99, 00
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: $2,245.00 | After 30 May $2,395.00
Duration: 32 days - 21 June to 7 September including school holidays (28 June- 13 July)
Race Dates:
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 5 to 6 July
Falls Creek Rossignol Children’s Cup – 12 July (TBC)
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 19 to 20 July
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.
Development Squad
Ages 7 to 10 years
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: $1,385.00 | After 30 May $1,535.00
Duration: 32 days - 21 June to 7 September including school holidays (28 June- 13 July)
Race Dates:
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 5 to 6 July
Falls Creek Rossignol Children’s Cup – 12 July (TBC)
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 19 to 20 July
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races.
Team 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: $1,250.00 | After 30 May $1,400.00
Duration: 26 days – 21-22 June, school holidays (28 June- 13 July), 19-20, 26-27 July, 9-10, 23-24 Aug, 6-7 Sept.
Race Dates:
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 5 to 6 July
Falls Creek Rossignol Children’s Cup – 12 July (TBC)
Falls Creek Interschool’s Grand Prix series – 19 to 20 July
*Coaches will decide on appropriate races. |
