Dryland training began the first week of September for all age groups with afternoon training 3 days a week. Participation in dryland is strongly encouraged for those athletes who are not currently playing another sport. There is a direct correlation between fitness/strength and performance in skiing as well as a significant injury prevention benefit. The…

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Hey all – starting to ramp up in the snowboard world. We are in the process of checking in with all our athletes who are scattered all over the globe. Chatting about training plans and competition plans to make sure those align.  For the Para athletes, it’s an important year as this year will lead…

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With the addition of the new SBSEF gym, the UOP facility, Oakridge Elementary fields and multiple trails around the Wasatch range, dryland season is in full swing for most age groups. The objectives for this fall is strength and conditioning period are: Develop flexibility, and stamina that will minimize the risk of injury. Develop functional…

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Greetings, I know we’re all feeling the relentless heat and smoke that has become the norm for August in Utah. As we push through, it’s important to remember that cooler temperatures are on the horizon, and it’s time to focus on our fitness for the upcoming season. We’re just three months away from being back…

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Welcome Back Fall BBQ: September 3 @ 5:30 Sugarhouse Park – Hidden Grove Pavilion (see map above) Join the Board of Directors, Coaches and Staff for our annual Fall BBQ! Bring the WHOLE FAMILY, meet new friends, see friends from last season, and give your coach a high-five! This pavilion will have more tables than our…

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Like many of you, I am preparing my son for his first day of school, starting this week. Every summer seems to go quickly, but this one seemed like it flew by. It seems like yesterday, I was eagerly awaiting the freedom that summer brings; long days, no schedule to fill up our days, and…

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July 17, 2024 Greetings SBSEF, The heat of summer is here, and while SBSEF athletes are currently training both on and off the snow, it is the off-season.  However, the offseason does not equal downtime for much of the team. We have (mostly) completed our registration for the 24-25 season, and we are full.  Interest…

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Planning and preparations are underway for a great season on Skimo. Dryland training will begin in September for Skimo athletes. Stay tuned for a full schedule in the next couple weeks. Utah Skimo is in the process of finalizing the race schedule for the 24/25 season. We expect a 6 race series on Tuesday nights…

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Many of the snowboard athletes have moved away from Utah for the summer and are catching up on rest and relaxation as well as working hard on strength and conditioning wherever they are, to be prepared when we get back on snow. The staff are busy planning the upcoming season including opportunities for fall training…

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Hello – I’m thrilled to be back in the Freeride Director position and happy to have heard from many of you regarding the new/old title!  We have a very busy season starting right around the corner in September, with dryland, gear nights, and one-on-one meetings. Currently, we’re underway with Woodward Summer programming, “Woody Wednesdays,” running…

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