Get Ready for WinSport Freestyle!
This Know Before You Go is for the following Freestyle/Alpine Programs:
Fall Freestyle:
- Fall Trampoline Training
- Fall Dryslope and Trampoline Training
- Fall Advanced Training
Winter Freestyle:
- Try Freestyle Ski & Snowboard
- Fundamentals Ski & Snowboard
- Freestylers Ski & Snowboard
- Freestyle Advanced Ski & Snowboard
Winter Alpine:
- Intro to Alpine Skiing
Before Your First Day
- You must complete your program waiver to attend lessons.
- Please complete this prior to check-in to ensure the first day is quick and easy! Waivers can be completed during the program registration process.
Athlete Membership Required
All Freestyle participants must hold a valid athlete membership for the current season (July 1 – June 30 each year).
- Freestyle Ski participants require either a Club Athlete Membership or a Limited Participation Membership (valid for up to 8 days of participation within a 30-day period; an upgrade to Club Athlete Membership is available).
- Freestyle Snowboard participants require a Club Athlete Membership.
Lift Passes
Lift Passes are not included in the lesson fees for Season-Long and January-Start freestyle programs. Please see the specific program description for the pass requirements for each lesson as well as discount options.
Ski Competition Add-On
Available for Freestylers and Freestyle Advanced Ski programs only, this optional competition opportunity provides coaching and athlete support at up to three competitions within Alberta. Event attendance is determined at the coach’s discretion based on factors such as athlete readiness, feasibility, travel distance, and overall interest.
Ski athletes can indicate their interest during the program purchase process. The competition schedule is typically released in November, after which eligible athletes will receive an invitation to register for available events.
Competitions provide an opportunity to put skills into practice, take on new challenges, and build confidence in a fun and supportive team environment. Coaches emphasize personal progression, teamwork, respect, and individual achievements beyond competition results.
Included in the Competition Fee:
- Coaching and athlete support throughout the competition.
- Pre-competition goal setting and preparation.
- Training, scheduling, and event information provided by email.
- Coach representation at Team Leader meetings during competition weekends.
- Post-event athlete debriefs, event summaries, and recognition of athlete successes.
Not included in the Competition Fee:
- Athlete bib deposits.
- Lift tickets.
- Transportation and accommodation.
- Additional Provincial Athlete Club Memberships required for competitions outside Alberta.
What To Wear/Bring
Please ensure you come prepared with the following:
- Appropriate layers to stay warm and dry for outdoor training (wind resistant outer layer, warm mid-layer, base layers)
- Mittens/gloves
- Buff/balaclava/neck tube
- Goggles/eye protection (clear/night lenses are recommended)
- hot packs for hands & feet.
- Boots (properly fitted and comfortable).
- Ski/Snowboard equipment in proper working condition (DIN’s are set appropriately, edges are intact, etc.)
- Helmet MUST not be damaged & MUST meet safety standards (Ski/Snowboard helmets only)
- Snacks and Water for indoor breaks
When and Where to Check-In
For your first week of programs, please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your lesson starts. This will allow us to ensure a smooth check-in process.
WinSport Freestyle check-in and check-out will take place behind the Day Lodge on the snow between the two chairlift load stations.
Please be dressed and ready to go! Lessons will aim to start right on time.
Parking is available outside the Frank King Day Lodge, located at the main entrance on Canada Olympic Road SW.
Please note, If the Day Lodge parking lot is full, additional parking is located beside Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame or in the West Overflow Lot (this could add 10-15 minutes of walking time).
Directions to the Frank King Day Lodge
Directions to West Overflow Lot
Cold Weather Preparedness and Cancellations
Freestyle skiing and Snowboarding are outdoor winter sports that can enjoyed in a wide range of conditions. At WinSport, safety is paramount. Coaches will keep athletes active, engaged, and introduce warm-up routines and breaks alongside other adaptations to ensure athletes are safe, comfortable, and continue to learn on colder weather days.
In the event of extreme weather, it may be necessary for WinSport to cancel a lesson. This decision will be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, temperature, wind chill, humidity, cloud cover and time of the lesson. Participants will be contacted by email in the event of a cancellation.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us atfreestyleclubs@winsport.ca
We look forward to seeing you at WinSport soon!