Ages 8 - 17
Take your freestyle skills to the next level with advanced coaching in WinSport’s Advanced Terrain Park, halfpipe, and Hybrid Airbag. Designed for skiers and snowboarders ages 8-17, athletes will progress to larger jumps, rails, and more technical tricks while developing advanced freestyle skills and technique.
This program follows the Learn to Train stage of Freestyle Canada and Canada Snowboard’s Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model.
Ski athletes interested in competing can indicate their interest during the purchase process. Once the competition schedule is confirmed, eligible athletes will receive an invitation to register for available events.
Advanced Terrain Park Information
Please review the Know Before You Go prior to your lesson
Terms & Conditions of Sale
A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement(s) ("Waiver") must be completed prior to the issuance and use of a WinSport ticket or pass (“Pass”), participation in a program, lesson, camp or event, rental of equipment and associated access to WinSport's facilities. If the required Waiver is not completed, a refund will be provided.
All Passes are non-transferable and remain the property of WinSport. Access and enrollment is revocable without refund in the event of misconduct. Cancellation of Passes or enrollment in programs and refunds are subject to WinSport’s Refund Policy.
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Program format:
Ski - Offered in three formats:
- Full Season (3 Days per Week): Two 3-hour weekday sessions and one 5-hour weekend session per week.
- Full Season (2 Days per Week): Two 3-hour weekday sessions per week.
- Full Season (1 Day per Week): One 3-hour session per week.
Snowboard - Offered in one format:
- Full Season (2 Days per Week): Two 3-hour weekday sessions per week.
Group formation: Offered in two age groups: 8-12 and 13-17 in both Ski and Snowboard. Groups are based on age and skill level and may be combined when appropriate.
Key Goals
- Terrain exploration: Continued development using our terrain-based learning areas and halfpipe where you will learn line choice, how to air out of the halfpipe, and basic spins and grabs in the halfpipe.
- Expanded coaching on jumps, boxes, and rails: Continue hitting jumps and rails switch, landing spins in multiple directions, spining with new grabs, and learning new approaches to rails and boxes. Master riding from feature to feature with flow and purpose, creating a plan for each feature you hit.
- Jump techniques: Master jumps in the Intermediate Terrain Park and begin taking your tricks into the Advanced Terrain Park.
- Hybrid airbag: Learn new skills, techniques, and air awareness for practical on-snow use.
- Safety focus: Learning to manage risk is paramount in freestyle skiing and snowboarding. Athletes will receive comprehensive instruction on proper progression, understanding Terrain Park etiquette, and personal well-being while having fun on the slopes.
Prerequisites
- Completion of a Freestylers (Level 6) program (or equivalent experience).
- Confident on Black terrain, able to ride switch, and comfortable on medium to large jumps and boxes, including 180s in multiple directions.
Inclusions
Hill access is not included. A valid lift pass is required and must be purchased separately; registered athletes are eligible to purchase a Winter Seasons Pass at the Early Bird rate.
Mandatory Equipment
Athletes need to have their own equipment, including:
- Ski: Twin-tip skis with quality metal edges and brakes, boots, and a CSA- approved snow sport helmet.
- Snowboard: twin-tip board with quality metal edges, boots, and a CSA-approved snow sport helmet.
Mandatory Memberships:
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.
| Age | Available Days | Dates | Price |
| 8-17 | Proceed to store to view Snowboard dates | $1,900.00 Proceed to store | |
| 8-17 | Proceed to store to view Ski dates | $1,350.00 – $2,875.00 Proceed to store |
Available for 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.
If you have any questions about the competition add-on package or which events are best suited to your athlete, please email us at freestyleclubs@winsport.ca
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Freestylers
Freestyle
Ages: 8 - 17
Level: Ski Competition Add-On
Price: $975 - $1675
Season: Winter
