Ski Sundown - New Hartford Connecticut

Junior Race Development

Ages 8* to 17, skilled
(Click here to determine skill level.)
*Age as of start of program - proof of age may be required.

This 5-week program is for skilled skiers interested in learning race fundamentals and developing racing skills. Following USSA development methods, the coaches will focus on helping young athletes create solid technique and fundamentals and provide an introduction to gate training. Each session includes five 4-hour lessons, a lift pass and snack. (A 6th week has been added for any student missing a lesson during the first five weeks of the program)

January Session
Sesn. #	Day	Dates	Lesson Times	Open/Closed	Plan (Click to Order)
416	Sat.	Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9	9:00am - 1:00 pm	CLOSED

February Sessions
Sesn. #	Day	Dates	Lesson Times	Open/Closed	Plan (Click to Order)
426	Sat.	Feb. 16, 23, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22	9:00am - 1:00 pm	OPEN	A B C

Plan	Description	Prices
A.	Lessons & 4-hour Lift Pass	$440
B.	Lessons & 8-hour Lift Pass	$490
C.	Season Passholder Lessons	$340
E.	Ski Rental (8 hour)	$145
Registration Deadlines: January Sessions: Dec. 15, 2007; February Sessions: Feb. 9, 2008

 

Sundown Ski Team

Ages 8 to 18, skilled
(Click here to determine skill level.)

Young skilled skiers are introduced to competitive skiing through a program that provides intensive instruction focused on improving skiers' skills. Sponsored and administered by a Parent Committee, training is based on guidelines of the United States Ski Association and offers potential high level interstate competition. For additional information, click here To sign up, go to Forms to download a Program Application and Season Pass application.

Description	By 10/31/07	After 10/31/07
Coaching Only*	$575	$625

*Ski Sundown Season Pass required.

 

RACE F.A.S.T. (Focused Advanced Skill Training)

Ages 14 to 19, skilled

This 10-week program is for experienced racers looking to advance their racing and competition skills and further their personal and competitive goals. Clinics include gate training in slalom and giant slalom, plenty of free skiing with a focus on solid skill development and Dartfish video analysis of specific training runs. Our highly trained USSCA licensed coaching staff will ensure each athlete gets the training they need in a small group environment. Lift pass not included.

Sesn. #	Days	Dates	Clinic Times
400	Mon. & Wed.	Jan. 7 through Mar. 12	6:00pm-8:00pm

Plan	Description	Prices
D.	20 Clinics	$800
Registration Deadlines: Jan. 2, 2008

Connecticut Industrial Ski Council Tuesday night races at Ski Sundown 7-9pm in Jan. & Feb. For more information, visit ciscskiing.org

 

Masters Racing Program

Ages 20 & older, skilled

When skiing faster than your age means something! This program is geared toward masters racers as well as those high level recreational skiers who want to expand their understanding of the sport. USSA International Coach and 5-time U.S. National Champion John Grush delivers concentrated race training and high level coaching in both technique and on-hill tactics used in masters level racing and safer high performance skiing under all conditions. Kristina Luce, 4-time NY All State racer and ranked in the Top 5 in the Southern Tier (NY) specializing in women's training, will coach women participants. The Masters Racing program offers a total of twenty intensive three-hour sessions geared toward adult bodies and minds, with fundamental drills, training courses, traditional gate training, free skiing, and a focus on some serious fun! Prices are for coaching only and do not include a lift pass.

Sesn. #	Day	Dates	Clinic Times
601	Mon. & Thur.	Jan. 7 through Mar. 13	9:00am-12:00pm

Plan	Description	Prices
A.	2 clinics	$190
B.	6 clinics	$495
C.	12 clinics	$650
D.	20 clinics	$895

Introduction to our NEW Masters Racing Program

Ages 20 & older

Meet the coaches and check it out! Choose any 2 out of the 5 clinic times offered below. Lift pass not included.

Sesn. #	Days	Dates	Clinic Times
650	Sat. Sun.	Dec. 29 Dec. 30	9am-12pm; 1-4pm (women only); 5-8pm 9am-12pm; 1-4pm (women only)

Plan	Description	Prices
A.	2 clinics	$190