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  The AVSC Alpine programs are designed to provide athletes of all skill levels an opportunity to pursue their goals in ski racing built around the following objectives:
Provide the opportunity for young athletes to have fun, be with their friends, and enjoy learning to become better skiers while ski racing.
Provide a program focused on simplifying, developing and enhancing fundamental and advanced skills that will prepare athletes to progress to higher levels in the sport if they so chose.
Provide a program that gives every young athlete the opportunity to be their best, progress individually while working and improving together as a team.
To meet the needs of every aspiring ski racing athlete in the Roaring Fork Valley from 1st year J5 weekend skiers to our full time year round J1 and J2 athletes striving to compete at the college and National Team levels.
To take a holistic approach; look at the big picture as well as the fine details of conditioning, diet, equipment, technology, and different learning styles of athletes to bring out their best.
Challenge young athletes at the appropriate time and in the proper environment to provide athletes the opportunity to build confidence through periodic successes.
To assist parents in teaching athletes the life skills that will impact them for their entire life both in and out of sports.
The knowledge and experience shared by our staff consists of several decades of coaching at all levels from National Team to experienced Age Class coaches respected throughout Rocky Mountain Division. AVSC has a very proud history of producing some of the best ski racers in US history including National and International champions. We are determined to continue this rich heritage.
For questions about the Alpine Program, contact Alpine Program Director Jeff Kai at 970.205-5110.
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Alpine Spring Racing Camp
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*THE DEADLINE FOR THIS PROGRAM IS MARCH 18th - Anyone attempting to register after this date will not be registered and their card will be charged $0. This four-day Spring Racing Camp is a fun introduction to ski racing. It is intended for athletes between the ages of 8 and 14 years. RidgeRunners are encouraged to participate and it is a great stepping stone from Base Camp to the AVSC Competitive programs. The camp is also great for Alpine J5 Devo skiers to extend their training and racing season. The camp will consist of slalom and giant slalom training and will conclude with a race. Aspen Skiing Company lift passes are required.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
Ages 8-14 |
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Dates |
Tuesday-Friday, March 23-26 |
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Time |
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Cost |
$300.00 If registered before 03/18/2010
$0.00 If registered on or after 03/18/2010
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Alpine Masters Program
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AVSC's Alpine Masters program is geared toward the competitive and recreational adult racer looking for training opportunities with our professional coaching staff.
AVSC alpine masters will train alongside our NOR-AM and FIS level athletes and receive video analysis and technical guidance at any scheduled session. Morning or afternoon as well as weekend sessions will be available throughout the entire season in Slalom, Giant Slalom, as well as speed training. AVSC masters will make use of training venues on Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Tiehack, and Snowmass. To insure program quality, we must limit the number of participants. Please contact Alpine Program Director Jeff Kai at 205-5110 for Alpine Masters program details.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
Adults 21 and older |
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Dates |
December 6 - March 27 |
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Contact AVSC Office for Schedule |
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Cost |
$1,350.00 If registered before 11/14/2009
$1,475.00 If registered on or after 11/14/2009
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Alpine J5 Devo
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* 8 year-olds are allowed to participate with the permission the Head Age Class Coach. J5 Devo is a weekend program for those wanting an introduction to the ins and outs of competition in a fun, local atmosphere and is designed for those athletes who want to sample the J5 Comp or more advanced programs. J5 Devo skiers will routinely have all-mountain, directed free skiing with an emphasis on fundamentals and safety. J5 Devo skiers must be able to ride all lifts alone and be responsible for meeting coaches independently at designated times. Participants will work on their skills by skiing in a variety of conditions and terrain, including moguls, powder, jumps, and slalom and giant slalom courses.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
9-10 years old* |
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Dates |
Nov. 3 - Feb. 28; Nov. 3-20 -Dryland 2 days after school, Dec. 5-Feb. 28 - Weekends except Jan. 31-Feb. 1 |
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Cost |
$1,350.00 If registered before 10/17/2009
$1,475.00 If registered on or after 10/17/2009
$275.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J5 Comp
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The J5 Comp team is our top program for skiers up to 10 years old. J5 Comp skiers hae dryland training starting November 3rd, ski every weekend starting December 5th and also after school on Wednesdays starting January 6th. The goal is to develop great all-around skiers. Training will include such activities as skiing moguls, jumps, powder, steeps, Highland Bowl, practicing in slalom and giant slalom courses, and going for speed in Super-G and Downhill training. J5 Devo skiers must be able to ride all lifts alone and be responsible for meeting coaches independently at designated times. Athletes compete in the Roaring Fork Valley Series, USSA Divisional events and the J5 finale. Participants will receive assistance with equipment at Equipment Night and throughout the season. Youth License and RMD licenses are required.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
9 - 10 years old |
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Dates |
Nov. 3 - Mar. 28; Nov. 3-20 - Dryland on Tues. & Thurs., Dec. 5-Mar. 28 - Weekends & Weds. after school |
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Cost |
$1,995.00 If registered before 10/17/2009
$2,175.00 If registered on or after 10/17/2009
$275.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J5 Comp Plus Thursday Training
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The J5 Comp team is our top program for skiers up to 10 years old and this program includes a option for on snow training on Thursday afternoon in addition to Wednesday afternoon. J5 Comp skiers have dryland training starting November 3rd, ski every weekend starting December 5th and also after school on both Wednesdays and Thursdays starting January 6th. The goal is to develop great all-around skiers. Training will include such activities as skiing moguls, jumps, powder, steeps, Highland Bowl, practicing in slalom and giant slalom courses, and going for speed in Super-G and Downhill training. J5 Devo skiers must be able to ride all lifts alone and be responsible for meeting coaches independently at designated times. Athletes compete in the Roaring Fork Valley Series, USSA Divisional events and the J5 finale. Participants will receive assistance with equipment at Equipment Night and throughout the season. Youth License and RMD licenses are required.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
9 -10 years old |
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Dates |
November 3 - March 28 - Dryland Nov. 3-20 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, On Snow Dec. 5 - Mar. 28 Weekends, Wednesdays and Thursdays after school starting Jan. 6 |
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All Day on Weekends, Wed. and Thurs. 2:00-5:00pm |
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Cost |
$2,395.00 If registered before 10/17/2009
$2,575.00 If registered on or after 10/17/2009
$275.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J4
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The J4 program continues the lessons learned in J5 Comp and is also a great place to start for someone who has never racers. J4's will become proficient at all aspects of skiing, from steeps and deep to top-level racing. J4's compete at USSA sanctioned races and the Roaring Fork Valley Series. Pre-season dry-land training begins in October.
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Location |
All Mountains |
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Ages |
11 - 12 years old |
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Dates |
Oct. 1 - Apr. 4; Oct. 1 dryland (Tues., Weds., Thurs.). Dec. 5 on snow weekends and after school Tues., Wed., & Thurs. and also Christmas and Spring Break Camps |
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Cost |
$2,500.00 If registered before 09/5/2009
$2,750.00 If registered on or after 09/5/2009
$375.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J3
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J3's compete in FIS/USSA sanctioned races. Pre-season dry-land training is required. Athletes must meet minimum participation requirements to remain on the team. Assistance with equipment provided. USSA License and Rocky Mountain Division License are required for all participants. No training Nov. 28-29. Week off to be determined.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
13 -14 years old |
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Dates |
September 14 - April 11; Sept. 14 dryland 5 days/week. On Snow weekends and Holidays (after school Tues, Wed., Thurs.), also Christmas and Spring Camps |
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Cost |
$3,600.00 If registered before 09/5/2009
$3,950.00 If registered on or after 09/5/2009
$475.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J1
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J1's compete in FIS/USSA sanctioned races. Pre-season dryland training is required. Athletes must meet minimum participation requirements to remain on the team. New J-1s and J-2s from out of district wishing to attend Aspen High School will need to enroll with the school prior to October 1st. Assistance with equipment provided throughout the season.
USSA License and Rocky Mountain Division License are required for all participants. FIS license required for any FIS events
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
17 - 19 years old |
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Dates |
August 31 - April 11; Weekends and Holidays, after school training Tues-Thurs and sometimes Fri., Dryland Mon.-Fri. |
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Cost |
$4,800.00 If registered before 09/5/2009
$5,200.00 If registered on or after 09/5/2009
$575.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine J2
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J2's compete in FIS/USSA sanctioned races. Pre-season dryland training is required. Athletes must meet minimum participation requirements to remain on the team. New J1's and J2's from out of district wishing to attend Aspen High School will need to enroll with the school prior to October 1st. Assistance with equipment provided throughout the season.
USSA License and Rocky Mountain Division License are required for all participants. FIS license required for any FIS events
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Location |
All Mountains |
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Ages |
15 - 16 years old |
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Dates |
August 31 - April 11; Weekends and Holidays, after school training Tues-Thurs and sometimes Fri., Dryland Mon.-Fri. |
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Cost |
$4,800.00 If registered before 09/5/2009
$5,200.00 If registered on or after 09/5/2009
$575.00 Parent Work Deposit
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Alpine Post Graduate
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For athletes who wish to continue their racing beyond graduation from High school, AVSC offers our Post Grad, or PG program. This program expands upon the Team AVSC J-1 and J-2 program and is intended to direct its participants into and through the NOR-AM circuit. Training sessions can be expanded into the morning and we offer assistance in locating housing. We also work with the Aspen branch of Colorado Mountain Collage, and strongly encourage all PG athletes to continue with their education. Athletes in the PG program may travel to Europe, South America, and Canada as necessary, and should obtain a passport. USSA license required. FIS License required for FIS events.
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All Mountains |
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Ages |
18 + and must be a High School graduate |
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Dates |
August 31 - April 11 |
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Cost |
$5,000.00 If registered before 09/5/2009
$5,500.00 If registered on or after 09/5/2009
$475.00 Parent Work Deposit
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