Helping young people become great skiers and spectacular human beings
Development Team
Children in this group focus on fundamental skill development as well as athletic and personal growth. To meet the minimum requirements to participate in this program, children must ski mostly parallel on intermediate terrain, be able to load, ride, and unload chairlifts safely and independently, and be able to follow instructions from the coaching staff. Our certified and experienced coaches use various training environments and the latest methodologies to provide the best development opportunities for our athletes. Children in this group are introduced to the sport of ski racing and will participate in the Mini World Cup (MWC) series at Windham. The U10 age group will have the option to attend one NYSSRA race at the end of season. This race is optional and the children need to receive a recommendation from the coach. Children are not expected to travel and do not need to be members of U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association and NYSSRA (New York State Ski Racing Association).
Program Dates:
Saturdays and Sundays, December 17, 2022 - March 12, 2023, and includes select holiday dates
No program on Sun. Dec. 25 and Sun. Jan. 1
Race Team
These athletes are dedicated to the sport of ski racing. The Race Team will focus on advanced alpine racing skill development, fundamentals in skiing, and athletic and personal growth. Athletes must have a coach recommendation and meet the athletic skill and psychological maturity requirements to participate in this program. These groups will often have early morning training throughout the season with fluid start and end times. All athletes are required to be members of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association and NYSSRA (New York State Ski Racing Association). There is coaching provided at qualifying NYSSRA events (Sports Page Cup and MST Cup) up to NY States events. Any events other than USSA regionals will not have coaches provided for travel unless prior arrangements are made. Additional fees will apply in these limited circumstances. No FIS coaching or post-season coaching is covered by the program.
Program Dates:
Program runs Saturdays and Sundays from December 10, 2022 - March 19, 2023, conditions permitting, and includes select holiday dates. No program on Sun. Dec. 25, 2022 and Sun. Jan. 1, 2023.
All-Mountain Team
All-Mountain Team athletes can enjoy a free spirit approach to ski improvement and skill development while under the close guidance of a coach. Your child will find camaraderie, athletic development, teamwork, and respect for the mountains that are our playground. This program will focus on a blend of skill development, tactics, race training, and more, without putting a priority on competition. It’s the perfect option for children seeking a team environment without exclusively focusing on racing. Children are eligible for Mini World Cup (MWC) home races and no travel is needed or expected. Children do not need to be a member of USSS or NYSSRA.
Program runs Saturdays and Sundays from December 17, 2022 - March 12, 2023, and includes select holiday dates. No program on Sun. Dec. 25 and Sun. Jan. 1
For more details and those interested in participating in the program, please contact: Sean Warman at swarman@windhammountain.com
Please visit our dedicated racing team website: www.windhamracefactory.com to learn more about our staff and program.
Program prices do not include lift tickets or a season pass, which are required.