The goal of ART is to introduce young skiers to the personal development and excitement associated with alpine ski racing. ART participants skiing will consist of approximately 50% gate training, 25% drills and 25% directed free skiing with a coach. Terrain skied will be approximately 25% green, 50% blue, and 25% black. The primary skills emphasized include gliding fast on gentle terrain and carving arcs on moderate terrain. More challenging terrain is used sparingly in the lesson plan to enhance skills, boost comfort zone and create excitement.

ART racers will participate in four local age group Youth Ski League Races (YSL). YSL is the USSA introductory race series for this age group. Skiers may only have birth years 2014–17.

Racers compete in the U10 or U12 USSA category according to birth year.

U10 = 2016–17 birth year
U12 = 2014–15 birth year

Parents are responsible for transporting their racer to the races. A parent is required to remain at the race throughout the day. Race entry fees are included in the ART Registration Fee. Race day lift tickets and USSA Racers License are not included and are an additional cost. A USSA-approved race-specific helmet is required.

HEAD COACH

Grayson Davis

REQUIREMENTS

Ages: 8–11

Skills: Ski blue runs aggressively and ride lifts without an adult.

ADDITIONAL COSTS

Season Pass sold separately
Additional USSA U12 Competitor License: TBD
Additional race day lift tickets: TBA

DATES

December 6, 2025– March 14, 2026 | 9:15am–3pm

2026 Race Dates:

YSL GS– January 29, 2026
YSL Kombi– February 15, 2026
YSL Finals– March 7 & 8, 2026

Holiday Breaks: December 27, 2025, January 3, 2026, February 14, 2026

(No refunds or credits for missed sessions)

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