Training Team

New for 2023-2024, the Training Team.

Providing a space for athletes that want to train, learn more about ski racing, and evolve as a ski racers without participating in competitive races. The focus of the Training Team is to begin understanding ski racing techniques and tactics. The Training Team skies with the Competition Team but with reduced training hours.

Requirements:

  • USSA Membership | https://my.usskiandsnowboard.org/myussa

  • Soft or Hard ear helmet. U14+ must have a FIS approved helmet for GS training

  • Junior Slalom and Junior Giant Slalom Skis

  • Slalom pole guards, shin guards (Based on Ability)

Projected Start Date & Details:

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

(Date may vary depending on conditions)

  • Program runs through the full Season

Training Schedule:

  • U8-U12 Monday and Wed. 4:45-7:00 | Saturday-Sunday 7am-9am (Weekend Training Times May Vary)

  • U14-U21 Tuesday and Thursday 4:45-7:00| Saturday-Sunday 7am-9am (Weekend Training Times May Vary)

  • Friday Night Lights 5-6:30 (Timed Training Runs)

Tuition: $800

Director - Dave Fonash
Contact Dave with questions: headcoach@tusseyskiteam.com

All Current Programs

  • Development Team

    A fast-paced program designed for novice to intermediate skiers (ages 8-14) who wish to improve overall skiing ability and start to learn about ski racing.

  • Training Program

    Provides a space for athletes that want to train, learn more about ski racing, evolve as ski racers but do not want to participate in competitive races.

  • Competition Team

    Designed for intermediate to expert skiers ages U10-U21. Focused on developing advanced techniques & tactics related to competitive ski racing.