Overview

The Prep Progression team meets 4 sessions per week during the winter in association with regular Prep Team practices. Most practices are held at the Lake Creek Training Center, where skiers are assigned a storage locker. Training includes summer dryland team sessions and individual training, in addition to fall dryland and winter on-snow sessions.

Prep Pro is for competitively driven, experienced skiers (U14 and older) seeking more individualized training and competition opportunities. Prep Pro serves as a competitive bridge program from the Prep team to Comp team. SVSEF has transportation options available to and from regular Prep practices.

Questions should be directed to kelley@svsef.org.

Prep progression athletes function as part of the Prep team, with additional training, camp and competition opportunities offered.

Summer Dryland:
June 10, 2025 – August 20, 2025
Training sessions two days a week plus two-four optional training sessions with the Comp Team. This will allow our U16 athletes in particular, the ability to train with their racing peers throughout the summer.

Tuesdays 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Wednesday Prep Sessions 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Joint Comp Team sessions TBD
Prep Pro will be offered 3-4 additional training opportunities with the Comp Team over the summer. Please reach out for more details.

Tuesdays (rollerskiing) 8:30-10:00am
Wednesday Prep Sessions 4:30-6:00pm
Joint Comp team sessions TBD

Fall Dryland:
Begins – October 15, 2025
Training sessions four days a week (Mon/Wed/Fri with Prep Team, Saturday Prep Progression sessions). Also optional 1 day/week morning strength with Comp Team.

On-Snow:
Transition to on-snow training is dependent on snow pack; start date is variable.

Training sessions four days a week.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. includes indoor strength and waxing (with Prep Team).

Saturdays (when competitions don’t conflict (times vary)). Access to Comp Team sessions 1-2 times a week.

On-snow season ends March 13, 2026.

Pass & Membership:
  • An age appropriate U.S. Ski & Snowboard license is required in addition to base tuition fees.
  • Required BCRD passes are included in team fees and are provided by the team.
Age:

Grades: 7-8

Skill Prerequisites:

Team members must have experience in cross country skiing.

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 mountain employees at all times.
  • Complete knowledge of Mountain Safety Policies.
  • Must adhere to SVSEF’s Code of Conduct.
Equipment:

Skiers are responsible for having both skate and classic equipment.

  • Classic skis should be waxable (no skins or fishscales)
  • 2 pairs of poles
  • Combi boots ok

Lease programs and purchases facilitated by staff. Equipment can be supplied on a per-need basis.

Travel & Competitions:

Competition is encouraged, and a number of opportunities are available for an array of local and regional ski events, commensurate with development and age.

Sport: Cross Country
Age: Grades: 7-8
Ability Level: Intermediate/Advanced/Expert
Enrollment Limit: 10
Athlete-to-Coach Ratio: 10:1
Price: $3,750
  • An age appropriate U.S. Ski & Snowboard license is required in addition to base tuition fees.
  • Required BCRD passes are included in team fees and are provided by the team.
Team Jackets & SVSEF Apparel:

Optional team ski jackets, training pants, race suits, and ski hats are available for purchase during the season.

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