DevoMini

Devo Mini is our introductory program for 5- and 6-year-olds. Over 12 weeks, this half-day course emphasizes:

  • Safety

  • Skill development

  • Friendship

  • Fun

Each child is placed on a small team with peers of similar ability and paired with a dedicated coach for the season. If your young skier loves the mountain but needs expert guidance to build confidence and technique, Devo Mini is the perfect fit. Our coaches use movement, exploration, and hands-on learning to help athletes:

  1. Master all-mountain skiing fundamentals

  2. Develop the skills and confidence to step up to the Devo Team

Let your little skier discover the joy of the sport in a supportive, growth-focused environment!

  • DevoMini athletes are ages 5-6 years old. (Must be 5 years old by Dec 31st) They need to be able to carry their own equipment and be able to load and unload the lift independently. DevoMini athletes must have the ability to ski green and blue terrain, using the Wildcat Lift with races taking place on Showboat.
    If your athlete isn’t ready this year, we recommend Snowbasin Resort Ski & Ride School Mini Cub and Cub Youth Lessons. Next year, your athlete will feel more confident to take on the team challenge!

    • Devo Welcome Social

    • 12 half-day Saturday ski sessions with an experienced coach and planned curriculum

    • Snowbasin Ski Team jacket, t-shirt, and beanie

    • Two Devo Team Races hosted at Snowbasin

    • 3 to 1 Athlete to coach ratio

    • Skills Quest Assessment and End-Of-Year Placement Recommendation for the following season..

    • TeamSnap app membership

    Tuition for this program also includes a discount for a Snowbasin season pass (purchased separately.

  • DevoMini costs $1.400 for tuition and is nonrefundable. A $200 down payment reserves the place, and payment plans are available. Tuition is due by November 1st. A 2.85%+ $0.85 processing fee will be automatically charged to all credit card payments or a 1.99% + $0.99 processing fee for all ACH transfers.

    A season lift pass is required. After registration, you will receive a link to purchase your athlete’s pass. This team link will bring the cost to $410.98, which is a 20% discount from the lowest public price of the season.

    Any athlete equipment rental or purchase will be additional. Many of our sponsors offer surprisingly deep discounts. We also host a gear swap at the beginning of the season, if you want to buy or sell used equipment.

  • DevoMini trains from 9AM to 12pm on Saturday mornings. Since they are on the lift at 9am, kids meet their coaches on the Earl’s Plaza across from the Moose at 8:30am. Pick up is in the same area at noon.

  • Required Equipment

    • Ski Boots

      • Should feel snug (like a firm handshake) but never painful.

      • Toes lightly touch the front when standing, lift off when you flex forward.

      • Heel must stay firmly in place when flexing.

      • Most kids fit off-the-shelf; custom fitting by a master boot fitter only if necessary.

      • Prioritize comfort and a dry interior over stiffness.

    • Skis with Bindings

      • All-Mountain skis are ideal for skill development.

      • Ski length: sternum to collarbone

      • Avoid rockered, twin-tip, wide-fat, or park-specific skis for foundational learning.

    • Helmet & Goggles

    • Ski Pants, Gloves, Layers

      • Outerwear: 20,000 mm-rated team jacket; 10,000–20,000 mm-rated snow pants.

      • Gloves/Mittens: Insulated and weather-resistant.

      • Layers: Base layer + fleece/down mid-layer; adjust by temperature.

      • Socks: One pair—two pairs can cause discomfort.

    • No Ski Poles

      • Poles are not recommended for DevoMini.

      • If your athlete already uses poles confidently, they make bring them

  • If the program descriptions, informational links, equipment recommendations, or answers to Frequently Asked Questions did not address your concern, please contact:

    TJ Shaughnessy
    Devo Team Manager
    devo@snowbasinskiteam.org

    Matt Bird
    Devo Program Director
    mattbird@snowbasinskiteam.org