U8 Race Program *NEW*
(Birth Year 2016-2017)
The U8 race group is a fun way to explore the entire mountain with friends while freeskiing and learning proper technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-2). Minimal intro to gate training (drill sets later in the season). Young athletes must be able to navigate the mountain and load lift with adult on chair to pull down bar.
Duration:
Saturday Morning/8 Sessions listed below (8:30am-11:30am) December: 16 & 23 January: 6 & 20 February: 3 & 10 March: 9 & 16 Group Size: Min.6 - Max.9
Equipment Recommended:
A slalom ski or combi ski (ski length between chest and low forehead), ski boots with buckles, helmet, ski poles, goggles and warm clothing.
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett pass or ticket (NOT included) and U.S. Ski & Snowboard Alpine General Non-Competitor.
Parent/Caregiver:
Must remain on site for the duration of training session (lodge or out skiing). We will be looking for 1-2 parent volunteers per session to ski with the group and assist with chairlift safety.
U10 Race Program
(Birth Year 2014-2015)
The U10 race group is open to all race hopefuls looking for an introduction to ski racing. Focus is on technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-3) as we explore the entire mountain top to bottom riding all lifts. Minimal gate training will be introduced in January (SL stubbie, GS, Nastar). Athletes must be able to ski the entire mountain and ride the chairlift independently.
Duration:
Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm/First weekend in December to Mid-March
Race Schedule:
Typically 3 race days (2 fun events at Wachusett, 1-2 travel races)
Race Equipment Required:
A Jr SL race ski or combi ski, ski boots (60/65 flex), helmet with hard ear covering, ski poles, goggles and warm clothing.
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett Gold ski pass, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and TSASRA Memberships.
Family Work Fee:
A “Work Day” fee is not required for U10 families as they enter the program, however our success relies on parent participation, help will be appreciated!
U12 Race Program
(Birth Year 2012-2013)
The U12 race group is open to all young athletes looking for a full integration into competitive ski racing. Focus is on technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-4) as we continue to free ski the entire mountain top to bottom while layering in gate training. Gate training will include stubbie SL, full pole SL, GS and Nastar.
Duration:
Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm/First weekend in December to Mid-March
Race Schedule:
Approx. 6 tri-state series race days on weekends Jan-March. No training at Wachusett on tri-state series race days. Race days involve travel to other mountains in MA/CT.
Race Equipment required:
A Jr SL race ski, a Jr GS race ski, ski boots (60-70 flex), helmet with hard ear covering, race suit, shin guards, chin guard, pole guards, ski poles, goggles and warm clothing.
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett Gold ski pass, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and TSASRA Memberships.
Family Work Fee:
A “Work Day” fee is required upon registration, fully refundable upon the completion of 3 work days. Our program relies on parent participation!
U14 Race Program
(Birth Year 2010-2011)
The U14 race group is open to all athletes looking to grow and expand their budding race development. Focus is on technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-5) and racingtactics as our free skiing and gate training work together. Gate training will include both SL and GS.
Duration:
Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm/First weekend in December to Mid-March
Race Schedule:
Approx. 7 tri-state series race days on weekends Jan-March (+ post season champs & optional fun races late season) Race days involve travel to other mountains in MA/CT. Participation in U14 tri-state events expected/No training at Wachusett on these days.
Race Equipment required:
A Jr SL race ski, Jr GS race ski, ski boots (70/80 flex), FIS approved helmet, race suit, shin guards, chin guard, pole guards
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett Gold ski pass, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and TSASRA Memberships.
Family Work Fee:
A “Work Day” fee is required upon registration, fully refundable upon the completion of 3 work days. Our program relies on parent participation!
U16 Race Program
(Birth Year 2008-2009)
The U16 race group is open to racers with experience looking to expand and grow their existing race technique. Focus is on technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-6) and racing tactics with free skiing drills and gate training working together. Gate training will include both SL and GS.
Duration:
Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm/First weekend in December to Mid-March
Race Schedule:
Approx. 7-8 tri-state series race days, weekends late Dec-March (+ post season champs & optional fun races late season) Race days involve travel to other mountains in MA/CT. Participation in U16 tri-state events expected/No training at Wachusett on these days.
Race Equipment required:
A SL ski, GS ski, ski boots with appropriate flex, FIS approved helmet, race suit, shin guards, chin guard, pole guards
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett Gold ski pass, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and TSASRA Memberships.
Family Work Fee:
A “Work Day” fee is required upon registration, fully refundable upon the completion of 3 work days. Our program relies on parent participation!
U18/21 Race Program
(Birth Year 2005-2007)
The U18/21 race group is open to racers with experience looking to expand and perfect their existing race technique. Focus is on technique (US Ski & Snowboard Training Phases 1-6) and racing tactics with free skiing drills and gate training working together. Gate training will include both SL and GS.
Duration:
Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm/First weekend in December to Mid-March
Race Schedule:
Approx. 7-8 tri-state series race days, weekends late Dec-March (+ post season champs & optional fun races late season) Race days involve travel to other mountains in MA/CT. Participation in U19 tri-state events expected/No training at Wachusett on these days.
Race Equipment required:
A SL ski, GS ski, ski boots with appropriate flex, FIS approved helmet, race suit, shin guards, chin guard, pole guards
Registration Fee:
TBD
Additional Fees Required:
Wachusett Gold ski pass, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and TSASRA Memberships.
Family Work Fee:
A “Work Day” fee is required upon registration, fully refundable upon the completion of 3 work days. Our program relies on parent participation!
For additional information, please contact:
Club President: Jack Fahey ([email protected])
Program Coordinator: Jessica Fish ([email protected])
Club Relations: Gretchen Aubuchon ([email protected])
Additional Resources:
usskiandsnowboard.org
tristateskiracing.org
wachusett.com