Team Overview

The SVSEF FIS Team is a performance-oriented team. Athletes must demonstrate high proficiency and competitive results to activate a nomination to the FIS program. The goal is to define training groups (when needed) and improve performance outcomes through appropriate levels of management and training/race/travel considerations. All FIS athletes need individual management, and this structure enables a higher level of coaching delivery to all members. The FIS team trains mostly in the afternoon, with some morning sessions, as determined by school considerations and individual management plans.

Summer/ Fall Conditioning: Five days per week.
Combination of Strength and Conditioning and Field Sessions

On-Snow Training Schedule
Full-time winter programming
November 2024 to April 2025

On-Snow Travel Race Schedule
November 2024 to April 2025

In-Season Training On Snow

  • Tuesday through Friday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
    ***Early morning sessions added throughout winter

Strength & Conditioning

  • Four sessions per week
  • Includes strength training, conditioning sessions, and recovery sessions

Additional Camp Offerings

  • July/August Projects: TBD
  • November Project: Copper Mountain, CO
  • Pre-Thanksgiving Camp at Sun Valley

Additional Western Region/ National Training Group Projects

Pass & Membership:
  • Must purchase SVSEF/Blaine County Student Season Pass through Sun Valley Company for 24/25 Season.
  • Rotarun platter lift access included for all training days. If your athlete wants to ski all season on non-training days, Rotarun Season Passes are available online at rotarun.org.
  • IKON Pass purchase recommended.
  • Must purchase U16 and Over Alpine Competitor License and FIS license from U.S. Ski & Snowboard.
Age:

Year of birth 2008 and older. Must be U18 or U21 per FIS and US Ski & Snowboard Competition Guide. Must be at least 16 years old by December 31, 2024.

Total Program Hours:
  • Off-season (May to November): 184 Hours/ 8 hours per week.
  • In-season (December to April): 589 Hours/ 31 hours per week.
Skill Prerequisites:
  • Must have completed U16 full-time program.
Maturity:
  • Must be independent; able to conduct oneself appropriately when unaccompanied.
  • Must be able to care for and maintain equipment.
  • Responsible and accountable for hydration, nutrition, and proper layering.
  • Complete knowledge of Mountain Safety Policies.
  • Must adhere to SVSEF’s Code of Conduct.
Equipment:
  • Skis: FIS legal equipment for four primary disciplines (SL, GS, SG, DH).
  • Tuning: Proper tuning equipment (stones, files, vices, iron, brushes, guides, wax).
  • Boots: Must be properly fit (size/flex).
  • Protection: Slalom protection and hard-eared helmet required; back protection; FIS regulation equipment.
  • Team Locker: Available to all FIS athletes.
Participation:
  • Athletes are expected to attend 90% or more of in-season training sessions (unless otherwise specified by Head Coach).
Supervision:
  • Athletes are NOT supervised for periods of time and may be required to take breaks, eat lunch, to ski and/or load chairs unaccompanied.
  • The supervising staff members while on the road will make all reasonable efforts to ensure the safety of the athletes.
  • While on the road, all staff will be responsible for supervising athletes within reason 24 hours per day.
  • Bed checks and lights out will be strictly enforced.
  • There will be oversight of athlete integration and continuity during the entire trip.
Travel & Competitions:
  • Athletes will compete in FIS regional and national competitions when qualified/ selected.
  • Team travel participants are accountable for the cost of athlete and coach travel.
  • Non-team travel participants are accountable for the shared cost of coach travel.
Parents:
  • Required to attend parent orientation.
  • Must actively communicate needs of athlete including planned absences and injuries.
  • Must register for competitions in a timely manner per team communication.
  • Must complete Team Agreement (Code of Conduct).
  • Must remain actively engaged with Team communication method(s) and check schedule/updates regularly.
Communications Overview:
  • Weekly Emails: On-Snow and Conditioning plan
  • ONEsporter App: Athlete Tracking + Daily Training Plan
  • Project + Race Announcement Communication
  • FIS Website

Sport: Alpine Skiing
Age: Year of birth 2008 and older
Ability Level: Expert
Enrollment Limit: 35
Athlete-to-Coach Ratio: 5:1
Price: $12,400
  • Must purchase SVSEF/Blaine County Student Season Pass through Sun Valley Company for 24/25 Season.
  • Rotarun platter lift access included for all training days. If your athlete wants to ski all season on non-training days, Rotarun Season Passes are available online at rotarun.org.
  • IKON Pass purchase recommended.
  • Must purchase U16 and Over Alpine Competitor License and FIS license from U.S. Ski & Snowboard.
Team Jackets & SVSEF Apparel:
  • SVSEF works with Sturtevant’s on ordering Team Jackets. Visit the SVSEF online store for further information in the fall.
  • Select SVSEF apparel and accessories are available through the online store.
Team Placement:

Participants may be required to switch to a more appropriate program, if available, at the discretion of Head Coaches and Program Director.

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