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XC Comp(U16/U19)

Winter Session – $1500*
November 18th through March 20th
Practices held Mon & Fri from 3:45pm-5:00pm

* Does not include volunteer deposit and other race fees.

Comp Cross Country Ski Team is designed for athletes who want to refine their skills, improve their aerobic ability and compete. Training is more structured and include aerobic, anaerobic and strength training. Cross training opportunities are presented that include balance, coordination, endurance and speed activities. Athletes will learn to use both low-intensity aerobic training, high-intensity aerobic training and anaerobic training to improve race fitness.

Skill Development & Focus

Good body position, balance and weight shift. Ability to maintain appropriate balance and stance while skiing in all terrain and under a variety of conditions. Understands concept of changing tempo to suit conditions and terrain. Discusses race strategy and pacing with a coach. Skills requirements include, but are not limited to basic cross country ski fundamentals.

Races

Encouraged to race in at least two Junior National Qualifiers (JNQ), local events and inter-club comps and as many races as desired in January and February.
NOTE: GTSSF Nordic competes within the Intermountain Division.
View regional ski clubs.
Event details are located at IntermountainXC.com.

Competition Licenses

None required for local races. A USSA Cross Country Athlete license is required for Junior National Qualifier (JNQ) races, athletes 13+.
* See usskiandsnowboard.org for current pricing information.

Equipment

  • Skis: One set of classic and skate skis that are appropriate for your  height and weight.
  • Boots: One pair of classic and one pair of skate boots. Combi boots are acceptable.
  • Poles: One set of classic poles that fit just under the armpit, one set of skate poles that fit just between your athlete’s chin and nose.
  • Ancillary Equipment: hill bounding poles, appropriate footwear and clothing for all activities.
  • GTSSF Rentals: we have a wide range of boots, skis and poles to fit most athletes for a nominal rental fee.

Dryland Schedule

Athletes 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

Session Details

ALPINE WINTER SESSION

SKI FUN’DAMENTALS 14 WeeksDec 8-March9:00am-12:30pmSunday
ALPINE16 WeeksDec 8-March8:30am-2:00pmSunday
ALPINE RACE16 WeeksDec 6-March8:30am - 12:30pmFri-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’DAMENTALS14 WeeksDec 8 - March9:00am-12:30pmSunday
FREERIDE DEVO16 WeeksDec 8 - March8:30am-2:00pmSunday
FREERIDE16 WeeksDec 6 - March8:30am-2:00pmFri - Sun
SKI FUN'DAMENTALS ONLY - No Training 12/29 & 2/16

SNOWBOARD WINTER SESSION

BOARD FUN’DAMENTALS14 WeeksDec 8 - March9:00am-12:30pmSunday
SNOWBOARD DEVO16 WeeksDec 8 - March8:30am-2:00pmSunday
SNOWBOARD TEAM16 WeeksDec 6 - March8:30am-2:00pmFri - 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’DAMENTALS11 WeeksJanuary - March2:30pm - 3:30pmSaturday
XC Devo14 WeekDecember - MarchAfternoons**Thursday / Saturday
XC Prep16 WeeksDecember - MarchAfternoons**Tuesday / Thursday
XC Comp16 WeeksNovember - MarchAfternoons**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.