2022-2023 U12 Freeride Program Options:

• Pass: Snowbird Seasons Pass w/Tram, ($299) & Alta Pass ($405) *team member discounts available in November
• Woodward Pass: 20% team discount available with 3-month commitment
• IFSA Competitors License: $105
• Competition Fees: Competition entrance fee, lift ticket at host resort

2022-2023 U12 Freeride Training Schedule:

• On Snow Options: December - March
  • Saturday and/or Sundays @ Snowbird & Alta:
    • 9:00 - 3:00
  • Wednesdays
    • Woodward 3:00 - 5:00 outdoor jump session
    • Woodward 5:45 - 8:00 indoor jump session
  • Fridays
    • 1:45 - 4:00 @ Snowbird or Alta
  • Holiday Camp

The AltaBird U12 Freeride athletes have the opportunity to compete in Snowbird Competitions, as well as other competitions in the surrounding area. This competition schedule will be made through a meeting with the athlete, parents and coach to ensure that the athlete is attending the correct competitions for their goals and skill level.

Athletes are required to have the following:

• Appropriately fitting skis, boots, and poles
  • Skis- It is recommended that athletes have two pairs of freeride skis: one pair in the 90-100 mm underfoot range for hardpack competition, training, and Woodward, while also having a POW ski in the 105-115 mm underfoot range for the deeper days and variable snow conditions during competition and training.  Building a quiver is a good thing, so having a pair of rock skis for low tide conditions (maybe your old pair of skis) and a pair of used, cheap GS skis for groomers are both a bonus if possible. U12 athletes can probably get away with just 1 pair of skis in 95-105 mm underfoot range.
  • Boots- a properly fit boot is THE most important item for skiers! We recommend going to a boot fitter to make sure you are sized properly and are in the correct flex for your strength and ability.
  • Poles should fit as following: without boots on, hold the pole upside-down with your hand under the basket and the grip resting on the ground; your elbow should form an approx. 90 degree angle near the top of your hips
• Waterproof outerwear, preferably a 20K rating or equivalent
• Warm base layers and mid-layers
• Gloves/Mittens that keep you warm and dry all day
• Helmet & goggles
• Extra goggle lenses for low-light and high visibility conditions, a goggle wipe or lens bag is a good idea, too.
• Protective gear:
  • Spine protection/back protector **these are required for competition, thus they should be worn every day at training as well. There isn’t a specific brand or type required, so choose what feels the best for you so that you’ll be comfortable wearing it every day.**
  • Hip pads, Knee Pads, and a mouthguard are strongly recommended
• Avalanche Gear-  Owning a beacon/transceiver is strongly recommended as we will be practicing beacon drills and getting familiar with how beacons work during the Holiday camp. It is good practice to always wear a beacon even at the resort, especially if there is over a foot of fresh snow or there is rising avalanche danger during the day during a storm cycle. It is also recommended that athletes start to acquire a shovel, probe, and and air bag backpack as they get older and start wanting to learn more about backcountry skiing.