AGE GROUP:

10-18 yrs old

DESCRIPTION:

The Four Corners Freeride Comp team is designed for accomplished Freeride Athletes, ages 10 to 18.  Participants must be comfortable on steep, variable terrain and all snow conditions.  This program is designed to further skill and tactical acquisition using the International Freeskiing and Snowboarding Association's (IFSA) Judging Criteria for Freeride Competitions.  Athletes can expect to train in all disciplines of skiing, including steeps, trees, moguls, park and pipe and alpine racing.  Each day of training will include specific drills that focus on technique and tactical improvement interspersed with free runs.  We will also be rounding out our knowledge with avalanche clinics and recommended readings dealing with developing good decision making processes and environmental awareness. Most athletes in this program will be competing on the IFSA Junior tour, however, non-competitive members are encouraged to join as well. Athletes will ski with in a similar age group with an experienced and qualified coach.  Athletes on the Competition Team will have the opportunity to compete at IFSA Regional and National Events.

*There is a minimum ability level for this program, athletes that aren't ready for this program will be moved to the Development Team.  If you're not sure which program is right for your athlete please contact, Head Coach, Brian Buerger, for guidance. (freeride@purgatoryskiteam.org).

Tuition Includes:

• 12 Saturdays at Purgatory
• 12 Sundays with rotating focus and trips to other ski areas (Wolf Creek, Silverton Mountain)
• 8 night training sessions at Hesperus / Chapman Hill
• In-House Competition and Avalanche Clinics
• Ski Tuning Support and Clinics (parents welcome)
• Dryland Training - TBA

Tuition does NOT include:

• Purgatory / Hesperus / Chapman Hill Ski Pass
• Wolf Creek Lift Ticket (TBA  *prices may vary per season)
• Silverton Mountain Lift Ticket (TBA)
• Avalanche Safety Equipment:  Beacon, Shovel, Probe, and Backpack (Silverton Mtn. Only)
• Travel Fees (only if traveling to competitions)
• IFSA License (Competitors only)
• Lunch and Sunscreen 
• Recommended Books

Equipment Guidelines:

• Front entry 4 buckle boot
• Athletes should have at least two pairs of skis: a carving ski (75-90cm waist, size dependent) for hard snow and a fatter ski (90 to 105+ waist, size dependent) for soft conditions.  Please avoid the "center-mounting" of ski bindings. 
• Appropriate Length Poles
• Properly fitted helmet
• Well-fitting goggles and gloves.
• Appropriate jackets and pants for various weather conditions.

WHERE AND WHEN:

• Begins Dec. 5th, ends March 21st
• Training: 12 Saturdays at Purgatory
• 12 Sundays at either Wolf Creek, Purgatory or Silverton Mountain. Depending on availability and conditions.
• 8 night training sessions at Hesperus / Chapman Hill
• Dryland - TBA

TUITION FEE:

• Early Tuition Discount Price: $1,998.89 (if registered before 9/30/2019)
• Normal Tuition Price: $2,193.90
• Payment Plan available at Registration Check Out