The Mt. Abram Race and Freestyle Teams

Mt. Abram, in an effort to provide the best quality race programs, is offering three levels of race programming. Participation in each level of program offering will be based on the participants ski ability, maturity level, and ability to accept and apply coaching. Each participant will be evaluated in the first week and placed in the program that is appropriate for their development. Each program will includes the following:

Maximum 8:1 racer to coach ratio
Video analysis
A logical progression of skills development
A blend of directed free ski drills and gate drills
Training opportunities in full length courses
Training on varied terrain
Mental preparation for competing successfully
Extensive video analysis
Observations of the latest ski technique and tactics
Timed runs at appropriate times to increase intensity
USSA Travel Coach for Seeded I & II Races

Building great skiers and riders is our passion

Every group starts in one location and ends someplace altogether different, though we've never had two groups ever start or end in the same spot. Corners are turned and mountains are climbed differently with each kid and with each group. The thrill of the program is building our skills and challenging ourselves to gain the most skills before March.

Our expectations of each of our kids, every time we gather, train or compete, are:

Give 100%
Listen (with your eyes) and adapt to the world around you
Stay positive with yourself and others
Compete to win
Take responsibility for your actions and your failures when they occur
Always have fun

The Mt. Abram Race and Freestyle Teams have been specifically designed to optimize the Middle School student/athlete and to progress ski, board, and free styling Junior National hopefuls.

Preparatory I – Dudley Do Right Squirts

Description of program: The Dudley Do Right Squirt’s program is based on becoming a good skier in all conditions. The Squirt’s will develop skills that promote further interest in the sport of alpine ski racing with an emphasis on having fun.

Age: 8-10 yr old

Day: Saturdays

Time: 9am – 11am

Length of Program: 10 weeks, includes a three-day X-mas Camp

Cost of Program: $399.00

Preparatory II – Boris Badenov Schusser’s

Description of Program: The Boris Badenov Schusser’s Program builds on the Dudley Do Right Squirt’s Program by continuing to develop basic ski racing skills. The “Schusser’s” are introduced to gate training and ski racing competition with the program interest still focused on developing solid ski techniques.

Age: 11-12 yr olds

Days: Saturday

Length of Program: 12/15/09 – 3/20/10
20 days (includes X-mas Camp)

Cost of Program: $599.00

Performance – Fearless Leader Bomber’s

Description of Program: The Fearless Leader Bomber’s Program takes on a specialized approach for middle school and high school racers who are aiming for high performance ski racing. The Bomber’s will develop higher degrees of physical, mental, technical and tactical preparation. This program is designed to work in conjunction with the athlete’s middle school and high school home program preparing them for regional and state competitions. Representation at selected USSA Seeded I & II Races will be provided. Our goal is to support and supplement the athlete’s home program coach and training. To provide the greatest opportunity for improvement and success, athletes accepted into this program are expected to make a commitment to their training program.

Time: 9am – 12pm

Age: 13-18 yr. olds

Days: Saturdays & Sundays

Time: 9am – 12pm

Length of program: 12/12/09 – 3/20/10
40 days (includes X-mas Camp)

Cost: $1149.00
Includes a Season Pass