Ski REC Freeride Roots

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Ages 6 - 8

Take your skiing skills to the next level!

Refine important riding technique, learn new tricks and train in a fun and non-competitive environment in our Recreational Freeride Ski programs.

Our experienced and friendly coaches give athletes the tools to safely progress in the park while training in fun environment. The athletes will become well-rounded riders with an understanding of the terrain park and a love for freestyle.

These programs cater to skiers & snowboarders ages 6-8 years old.

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Ski REC Freeride Roots - 5

Our Freeride Roots recreational program takes young skiers to the next level by preparing them to shred harder terrain and try new features.

The goal of this program is to build well-rounded young skiers with a solid base of fundamental riding skills. Children will develop their skiing on more challenging terrain as they focus on developing skiiing technique, and learning other skills like switch skiing, jumps, boxes/rails, grabs and more.

Pre-requisites

Can confidently ski from the top of the ’88 chair at WinSport completely unassisted
Has successfully completed WinSport Snow School Level 4 or equivalent
Is able to ski with parallel skis on most terrain
Has the stamina to ski for 3 hours

Equipment Required

Properly sized twin-tip skis
Properly fitting ski boots
Appropriate outerwear and layers for all conditions
Properly maintained equipment
Ski poles

Key Goals

Riding Skills:

Ride with a stacked body position
Able to do carved turns
Can ride switch
Capable of riding blue/black runs

Jumps:

Do two different kinds of grabs
Comfortably hit Small-Medium sized jumps
Two 180s on flat terrain or Small jumps.
Sliding 360's on flat terrain

Rails:

Can hit a box (take off and land properly)
Ready to try a Small ride-on rail

Halfpipe:

Able to do a carved traverse or J-turn on steeper terrain

Add-ons

A valid season pass is required for these programs.
- Please note as a member of our club program you are eligible to purchase a youth season pass at the early bird rate upon registration.
Proof of up-to-date athlete (NSO/PSO) membership through Freestyle Canada or Canada Snowboard is required to participate.

IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED

Participation in WinSport’s Academy programs, camps, or sessions (the Program”) is subject to completion of WinSport’s Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreements (the “Waivers”) by the participant or their parent/legal guardian prior to the first day of the Program. PLEASE READ THESE WAIVERS 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. In the event the Waivers are not completed, participation in the Program shall not be permitted and a refund will be provided.The Waivers can be viewed and completed here:

Ski & Snowboard waiver

Academy waiver

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Ski REC Freeride Roots

Ages 6 - 8

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