Snowboard Team (U19) – Grand Targhee Ski & Snowboard Foundation

SNOWBOARD TEAM (u12, u15, u19)

Winter Session, 16 Weeks – $1,180*
December – MARCH: Fri, Sat, and/or Sun

* Does not include volunteer deposit and other competition fees.
Rate is per day of program participation.

Emphasis is placed on exploration, all-mountain riding, etiquette and sportsmanship. Coaches will provide an all mountain experience including hike-to areas and terrain park. The goal is for athletes to gain experience and build confidence in a fun, motivating environment that incorporates play, basic agility, balance, coordination and development of endurance. At least 90% of the time will be spent freeriding. Dryland and trampoline training is recommended.

Ages: U12 You are under 11 as of Dec 31.
Ages: U15: You are 14 as of Dec 31.
Ages: U19: You are 18 as of Dec 31.
Maximum Participants / Coach Ratio is 7:1

Skill Development & Focus

The focus of the snowboard comp team is to ride all terrain and explore the mountain. Through effective stance and efficient movements, riders will learn to control their board and perform a variety of fundamental tasks such as: riding in control, turning from toe to head, performing simple switches, carving basic turns, completing a basic Ollie, riding a flat base for short periods of time, riding easier moguls or trees and making powder turns. In freestyle terrain, riders will become comfortable grabbing over small jumps and exploring rotations both front and backside as well as simple rail features. Athletes should be comfortable riding varied terrain, some features in the park, and all mountain riding. Riders should have 4-7 years of snowboarding experience.

Races

Introduction to competitions at IFSA and USASA events.

Not Required, however athletes are encouraged to compete in fun focused local events. Local Events offer lots of comp experience, are inexpensive to enter, and a excellent way to meet new peers. Grand Targhee and Snow King offer fun local events.

Grand Targhee events are here.
Snow King events here.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort events here.
IFSA National Northern Schedule is here.

* We are the Northern Region, You can compete in one out of region event per season.

Equipment

Boards: Appropriate all mountain board based on height, weight and skill level.
Boots: Proper fit and flex to facilitate a balanced, athletic stance.
Protection: Helmets are required.
Avalanche Equipment: A beacon*, probe, shovel, and a board carry back pack.
All Avalanche Equipment is required for out of bounds or slack country travel. Coaches have no discretionary options for athletes who have either missing or improperly maintained avy equipment.
*Ortovox avalanche kits are available for rent through GTSSF. Contact GTSSF if you need to rent a beacon.

Competition Licenses

Not Required, consider IFSA or USASA if you are participating in the comp schedule.
IFSA Rules & Handbook is here.
IFSA competition membership sign up is located here, IFSA Competition Membership
USASA competition membership sign up is located here, USASA Competition Membership
* see Freeskiers.org & USASSA.org for current pricing information

Academy Program

Riders can participate in the mid-week Academy Program offerings.

Dryland Schedule

Riders are highly encourage to participate in the GTSSF Trampoline sessions at Teton Indoor Sports Academy. Workouts include: gymnastics, trampoline and tumble track.

Athletes are also highly encouraged to attend the Strength Training Program.
*One session of each Trampoline and Strength Training are included in this program

ALPINE WINTER SESSION

SKI FUN’DAMENTALS	14 Weeks	Dec 8-March	9:00am-12:30pm	Sunday
ALPINE	16 Weeks	Dec 8-March	8:30am-2:00pm	Sunday
ALPINE RACE	16 Weeks	Dec 6-March	8:30am - 12:30pm	Fri-Sun

ALPINE RACE WEEKDAY TRAINING - Tues, Thurs, & Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm
SKI FUN'DAMENTALS ONLY - No Training 12/29 & 2/16

FREERIDE WINTER SESSION

SKI FUN’DAMENTALS	14 Weeks	Dec 8 - March	9:00am-12:30pm	Sunday
FREERIDE DEVO	16 Weeks	Dec 8 - March	8:30am-2:00pm	Sunday
FREERIDE	16 Weeks	Dec 6 - March	8:30am-2:00pm	Fri - Sun

SKI FUN'DAMENTALS ONLY - No Training 12/29 & 2/16

SNOWBOARD WINTER SESSION

BOARD FUN’DAMENTALS	14 Weeks	Dec 8 - March	9:00am-12:30pm	Sunday
SNOWBOARD DEVO	16 Weeks	Dec 8 - March	8:30am-2:00pm	Sunday
SNOWBOARD TEAM	16 Weeks	Dec 6 - March	8:30am-2:00pm	Fri - Sun

BOARD FUN'DAMENTALS ONLY - No Training 12/29 & 2/16

CROSS COUNTRY WINTER SESSION - Register now with a full refund until the second week of programming.

XC FUN’DAMENTALS	11 Weeks	January - March	2:30pm - 3:30pm	Saturday
XC Devo	14 Week	December - March	Afternoons**	Thursday / Saturday
XC Prep	16 Weeks	December - March	Afternoons**	Tuesday / Thursday
XC Comp	16 Weeks	November - March	Afternoons**	Monday / Friday

*Register now with a full refund until the second week of programming.
**The program has times adjust for daylilght, and the full schedule is available online, below.
If groomed track is not available on the first day of practice due to snow conditions, practices will be varied until groomed track/on snow activities are available.

Detailed Nordic Schedule

Ages for Alpine & XC Teams

Ages: You are under the listed age number as of Jan 1. A U8 athlete would need to be 7 by January 1.

Ages for Freeride & Snowboard Teams

Ages: You are under the listed age number as of Dec 31. A U8 athlete would need to be 7 by December 31.

Volunteer Work Deposit

Each family is required one refundable work deposit each season.
Purchase your Volunteer Work Deposit before your complete your athlete registration. Positive parental support is core to our program. Families are encouraged to get involved with activities and volunteer. The deposit is credited at the end of the year if volunteer hours are fulfilled.

Volunteer Opportunities Include any of our events. Events, including: Golf Tournament, Movie Night, Ski Swap, Donor Functions & Events, Races, Competitions, Fun Events such as Surf Classic. You may not be able to find an event coorealted with your athletes current program, that is ok.

Program Coach to Athlete Goals

Grand Targhee Ski & Snowboard Foundation follows the recommended PSIA, US Ski & Snowboard, and USSA guidelines. Our goal is to have an athlete to coach ratio that does not exceed 7 athletes per coach.

Ski Passes

Pass prices are not included in GTSSF program fees. Grand Targhee Resort passes must be purchased directly through Grand Targhee Resort. Athletes participating in Nordic are required to have a Teton Valley Trails & Pathways Nordic Sticker. A Grand Targhee Resort, Nordic pass is encouraged.

GTSSF will not be hosting programs on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day, so our coaches and families can enjoy that time with their family and friends. We do intend to provide make-up days for all participants for those three days based on coaches' and athletes' schedules. Look for an email from our coordinator with opportunities for make-up sessions.

Event Transportation

GTSSF vans will be available for the winter season. Shuttles or other rides will be coordinated by coaches and race parents based on where athletes attend school and the needs of other teams. Transportation is never 100% guaranteed. Travel expenses are not included in program fees.

Payment Plans

If an athlete anticipates participation in multiple competitions over the course of a single season, that family may prefer to set up a payment plan monthly or bi-weekly to cover the estimated costs. An additional invoice will be sent after each event for any balance owed to account for the difference between the deposit and the actual cost. GTSSF does not mark up any event costs.

Payment Policies

GTSSF payment policies can be found in our Parent Handbook, available online here.

Refund Policies

GTSSF refund policies can be found in our Parent Handbook, available online here.