Freestyle Ski Fundamentals

Ages 6 - 10

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Fundamentals program focus: Having fun while learning fundamental all-mountain skills, freestyle skiing skills, and terrain park safety

Elevate your skiing experience and embark on a journey of excitement, skill development, and camaraderie with our Fundamentals program. This program is for young skiers ages 6 to 10, looking for coaching that will expand their level of skiing to include an expansion on all-mountain and freestyle fundamental skills, varied terrain, and an introduction to the Progression Park and Mogul Development Course.

These training sessions are 2 hours long and offer a structured approach to developing foundational skills for freestyle and all-mountain skiing. Participants in the Fundamentals program level are at the Active Start to the FUNdamentals level of Freestyle Canadas Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD).

• Sessions: Athletes can train once a week or more as needed! If you are looking to progress faster or train more frequently can register for as many sessions as you wish. Customize your schedule!
• Choosing the right level: Groups will be arranged according to age and ability level. This will occur during the first weeks of programs and throughout the season as needed.
• Duration: This program is offered in 7, 11, and 15-week formats.

Program Goals

1. Fundamental Skills: Hone your all-round skiing skills, including your athletic skiing position, edge control and riding switch. These skills are the building blocks for all your future freestyle endeavors.
2. Terrain Exploration: Discover new terrain with confidence. Gain the skills needed to approach boxes, jumps, rails, moguls and other features safely and effectively.
3. Jump Techniques: Master the basics of jumps, including proper popping and takeoff, mid-air control, and safe landings.
4. Introduction to Tricks: Athletes will learn the early basics of grabs, spins, spreads, and other beginner-level maneuvers under the guidance of our skilled coaches.
5. Safety Focus: Safety is paramount in freestyle skiing. You'll receive comprehensive instruction on proper progression, understanding terrain park etiquette, and personal well-being while having fun on the mountain.

Skiers should have the following skills, at minimum:

• Completed our Intermediate 4 Snow School program, or equivalent, before enrolling in this program.
• Be able to confidently ride blue and easy black mountain trails.
• Confidently load and unload the chairlift completely unassisted.

TERMS OF CONTRACT

IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED

A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement ("Waiver") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps.  If the applicable Waiver is not completed, participation in the WinSport Program and access to WinSport’s facilities will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided. The Waiver will be available for completion during the sales process, and a copy is available for preview below.

• Each adult participant must complete their own Waiver

• A Parent/guardian must complete the Waiver for their minor/child participant 

PLEASE READ THE WAIVER CAREFULLY! By signing, you will waive or give up certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence, breach of contract, or breach of the Occupiers’ Liability Act or claim compensation following an accident.

VIEW THE SKI AND SNOWBOARD - STANDARD PROGRAMS WAIVER

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