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For questions about the Alpine Program, contact Alpine Program Director Jeff Kai at 970.205-5110.

Alpine Spring Racing Camp Register Now!

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 SnoJourners 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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   Ages 8-14
Dates   March 24 - March 27
Time   9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost   $250.00


Alpine Christmas Speed Camp Register Now!

This is a fun, exciting, speed element workshop focused on acquiring the skills necessary to participate in future Downhill and Super-G events. All progressions are based on ability level and the elements covered include gliding, tucking and tuck turns, jumping and tactics. This camp is a great introduction to speed based on sound progression and close supervision. Aspen Skiing Company lift passes are required.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   9-14 years old
Dates   Saturday - Wednesday, December 27-31
Time   9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost   $250.00


Alpine Masters Program Register Now!

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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   Adults 21 and older
Dates   December 6 - March 27
Time   Contact AVSC Office for Schedule
Cost   $1,350.00 If registered before 11/15/2008
$1,475.00 If registered on or after 11/15/2008


Alpine J5 Devo Register Now!

* 8 year-olds are allowed to participate with the permission the Head Age Class Coach. J5 Devo, formerly SnoJourners, 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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   9-10 years old*
Dates   Nov. 4 - Mar. 1; Nov. 4-20 -Dryland 2 days after school, Dec. 6-Mar. 1 - Weekends except Jan. 31-Feb. 1
Time  
Cost   $1,350.00 If registered before 10/18/2008
$1,475.00 If registered on or after 10/18/2008
$275.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine J5 Comp Register Now!

The J5 Comp team, formerly known as Challengers, is our top program for skiers up to 10 years old. J5 Comp skiers hae dryland training starting November 4th, ski every weekend starting December 6th and also after school on Wednesdays starting January 7th. 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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   9 - 10 years old
Dates   Nov. 4 - Mar. 29; Nov. 4-20 - Dryland on Tues. & Thurs., Dec. 6-Mar. 29 - Weekends & Weds. after school
Time  
Cost   $1,995.00 If registered before 10/18/2008
$2,175.00 If registered on or after 10/18/2008
$275.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine J4 Register Now!

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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   11 - 12 years old
Dates   Oct. 1 - Apr. 5; Fall Dryland 4 days per week. On snow weekends and after school Tues., Wed., & Thurs. and also Christmas and Spring Break Camps
Time  
Cost   $2,500.00 If registered before 09/6/2008
$2,750.00 If registered on or after 09/6/2008
$375.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine J3 Register Now!

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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   13 -14 years old
Dates   September 15 - April 12; Weekends and Holidays (after school Tues, Wed., Thurs.), also Christmas and Spring Camps
Time  
Cost   $3,600.00 If registered before 09/6/2008
$3,950.00 If registered on or after 09/6/2008
$475.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine J1 Register Now!

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
Location   All Mountains
Ages   17 - 19 years old
Dates   September 15 - April 12; Weekends and Holidays, after school training Tues-Thurs and sometimes Fri., Dryland Mon.-Fri.
Time  
Cost   $4,800.00 If registered before 09/6/2008
$5,200.00 If registered on or after 09/6/2008
$575.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine J2 Register Now!

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
Location   All Mountains
Ages   15 - 16 years old
Dates   September 15 - April 12; Weekends and Holidays, after school training Tues-Thurs and sometimes Fri., Dryland Mon.-Fri.
Time  
Cost   $4,800.00 If registered before 09/6/2008
$5,200.00 If registered on or after 09/6/2008
$575.00 Parent Work Deposit


Alpine Post Graduate Register Now!

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.
Location   All Mountains
Ages   18 + and must be a High School graduate
Dates   September 8 - April 12
Time  
Cost   $5,000.00 If registered before 09/6/2008
$5,500.00 If registered on or after 09/6/2008
$475.00 Parent Work Deposit




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