Team Overview

The Alpine X team is built for athletes who have a strong foundation in alpine skiing and want to pursue a variety of disciplines. The team’s training plan will be a combination of alpine ski racing, park skiing and freeski training. Combining these three training opportunities will allow these athletes to learn the necessary skills to be competent and competitive skiercross athletes. The head coach of this group will coordinate and facilitate a detailed weekly training plan, including time spent in gates, in the park, in the gym. The training plan will vary from week to week depending upon the competition schedule and what the athletes need to be training for at that time in the season. The competition schedule will be set in the fall and will include USASA Ski Cross competitions.

Summer/Fall Conditioning:
July 10 – September 29, 2023
Two days per week

October 2 – November 10, 2023
Four days per week

On-Snow Training Schedule:
December 9, 2023 – April 7, 2024
4 days per week. Christmas time schedule will be communicated by the coach.
Tuesday and Wednesday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Baldy (3:00 – 5:00 p.m. if training at Rotarun)
Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m

In-Season Conditioning:
One day per week.

On-Snow Travel Race Schedule:
January to April

Pass & Membership:
  • Must purchase SVSEF/Blaine County Student Season Pass through Sun Valley Company for 23/24 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.
  • Must purchase General Alpine License and FIS license from U.S. Ski & Snowboard and USCSA license.
Age:

Grades: 9-12

Total Program Hours:
  • 400-500 hours.
  • Off-season (July to November) 4-8 hours per week.
  • In-season, On-snow (December to April) 13-18 hours per week.
Skill Prerequisites:

Must be able to ski all terrain on Baldy and keep up with the group.

Maturity:
  • Must be independent; able to conduct oneself appropriately when unaccompanied.
  • Must be able to care for and maintain all ski equipment.
  • Responsible and accountable for hydration, nutrition, and proper layering for any weather.
  • Respect teammates, coaches, parents, and all all mountain employees at all times.
  • Complete knowledge of Mountain Safety Policies.
  • Must adhere to SVSEF’s Code of Conduct.
Equipment:

Skis:
Giant Slalom Skis and All Mountain

Tuning:
Recommended, but not required: Bench, vices, iron, guides, brushes, files, stones, waxes.

Boots:
Must be properly fit (size/flex) and in excellent working condition.

Lockers:
Available to athletes U14 and older.

Participation:

Athletes are required to communicate to the coach and parents when they will not be at training.

Supervision:
  • Athletes 10 and older are NOT supervised for periods of time and may be required to take breaks, eat lunch, to ski and/or load chairs independently.
  • While traveling to competitions, the supervising staff members 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 intend to compete in age-appropriate races and series.
  • Some athletes may compete in regional and national events if qualified.
  • Parents are responsible for taking their athletes to the races and paying a fee for the trip—race entries, lift tickets, and coach’s expenses.
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
  • WhatsApp Group Communication
  • Project + Race Announcement Communication
Sport: Alpine Skiing
Age: Grades: 9-12
Ability Level: Must be able to ski all terrain on Baldy and keep up with the group.
Enrollment Limit: 10
Athlete-to-Coach Ratio: 5:1
Price: $5,500
  • Must purchase SVSEF/Blaine County Student Season Pass through Sun Valley Company for 23/24 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.
  • Must purchase General Alpine License and FIS license from U.S. Ski & Snowboard and USCSA license.
Head Coach: Steve Thompson
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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