Whistler Mountain Ski Club

K1 Program 2010 / 2011

K1 Head Coach: Raul Anguita 

email: raul@wmsc.info

Assistants: Andrzej Lawnik, Jim Parsons, Jess Nicol, Jenni Graham, Gabi Pawlowski

K1 Schedule

The K1 Program is designed for 11-12 year olds who are looking at developing their entry level ski racing skills. Training and racing is primarily on weekends and holidays from early December till the end of April, with extended opportunities on Thursdays and Fridays. The focus is on the FUN-damentals of ski training and racing, skill development and progressive introduction to competition. Different tools are used to enhance the learning experience, with extensive use of free skiing and specially designed environments. Video and timing are also part of our tools. A professional group of coaches delivers state of the art coaching techniques, following the guidelines provided by the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation. Athletes compete in the Coast Zone Races, which culminates with the Annual Provincial Championships. Team building and getting to know other places and racers is an integral part of the program. Dryland is scheduled in the fall in both Vancouver and Whistler. Summer dryland camps are scheduled throughout the summer in Whistler and the city. 

AGES

This program is available for children ages 11-12 as of December 31st, 2011

LIFT PASS

Program fees do not include the cost of a list pass.
All youth aged athletes are eligible for a “Sea to Sky” Pass from Whistler Blackcomb. Application for this pass is directly through Whistler Blackcomb’s pass sales office and to be eligible, athletes must be registered in a WMSC competitive program at time of purchase. Please note that WMSC must confirm applicants status with WB and does so once a week starting Oct. 1 with an update of our athlete list to their pass sales department.

http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/tickets/seasonpass/studentcard/index.htm

TEAM FEES

After your family has joined the club with a family membership, racers who wish to participate in a competitive program with WMSC are subject to a team fee of $600. This Team Fee must be paid at time of registration. This fee covers your competitor association with the club, your competitors’ licence with BC Alpine and Alpine Canada. It does not however provide for coaching services, lift access, equipment, clothing, camp or race related expenses.
Note: A portion of this fee is applicable for a provincial child tax credit.
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PROGRAM FEES

Program Fees MUST be paid in full prior to participation in any on snow training or competition.
(see also Developing Champions Fund)

K1 Core 2011-12: $1,800

Core program includes seasonal coaching support on weekends and during Christmas break. Extra training days (at $45 per), camps and races can be accessed with advance notice.

The program runs on weekends starting November 26 and ends April 8 as well as Christmas Camp (Dec. 20-23 & 27-31). It includes coaching and support services, fall/winter dryland training and online video services annual subscription (SkiClubZ).

Core racers may choose to attend the following competitons on "pay to play" basis (prices are estimates only & full payment is required prior to departure):

K1 Extended 2011-12: $4,500

Extended program includes seasonal coaching support when training at Whistler or at away camps and entry into most races on the BC competition calendar. In most cases ground transportation, away lift tickets, lodging and meal packages are included in the program. Extra races not covered in the program can be accessed with three week advance notice. This program would be typical of training and competitions required for long term advancement in the sport.

Extended program fees cover coaching services for all extra midweek training and /or race days as well a trip costs associated with camps and races that are typical of that age groups calendar.

Core versus Extended Program Comparison