OLD - YSL RACE SERIES SKI TEAM

Comprised of U8 and U10  athletes, this program is designed to teach fundamental skiing skills and ski racing techniques to young skiers, most of whom have successfully completed Devo training and are ready for the next step in skills development and competition.  For training purposes, athletes will usually be arranged in groups of approximately 5-7 per coach to facilitate a productive learning environment. Groups are dynamic but are generally based on skill, speed and social needs. Included in the program cost is a Snowbasin Ski Team Jacket, 8 Weeks of Pre-Season Dryland Training (Sept-Nov), a Holiday Camp, and a customized Race Series Schedule for each athlete.

Athlete Age: 6–11 (Birth Years: 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017.) Athletes will compete as U8 or  U10.  In addition, the U6/U8 YSL program is intended for athletes that have been through our Devo/Devo+ programs & have a coach recommendation to progress to Alpine.  Any athlete not meeting this criteria should email admin@snowbasinskiteam.org to discuss program placement.

Required Athletic Experience:

  • Be a competent skier on all blue terrain and in variable conditions.

  • Be able to manage their own equipment both on and off the hill. This includes:

    • Be responsible for and keeping track of equipment during practice.

    • Walk/hike with equipment without adult support.

    • Dress appropriately for variable weather.

  • Be a supportive and strong teammate.

Program Includes:

  • Snowbasin Ski Team Jacket, t-shirt and beanie

  • Dryland 1x week for 8 weeks Sept – Nov (as weather allows)

  • Holiday Camp – 7 days during school break. Schedule set 1 July 2025.

  • 4 Day Team: Trains Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. When UOP training available on Tuesday, the athlete will swap with a Wednesday or Friday training session that week.

  • 3 Day Team: Trains typically Wednesday or Friday, Saturday and Sunday. During registration, parents can select whatever three days desired.

  • 2 Day Team: Trains typically Saturday and Sunday. This is the ideal YSL entry level training experience. During registration, parents may choose whatever two days desired from the Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday options.

  • 1 Day Team: Trains typically Saturday or Sunday. It is important to note that this training option will not cover all ideal training preparations leading up to YSL races. Additional one day training can be added during the season at a cost of $90/day. Typically it is more cost effective to select the 2 Day Team option and then RSVP for the additional days during the year as desired for the most flexibility.

  • Coaching at YSL Series Races is included (NOT included: Race starts, Lift tickets & Coach Travel race expenses)

Skill Development Focus:

All-Mountain Safety: developing a consistent balanced athletic position on skis, proper weight distribution on skis, a consistent stance while maintaining balanced athletic position on skis. Athletes also learn timing,  upper body discipline and upper-lower body separation, upper body stability through the use of a single pole plant; and tactical elements of a giant slalom & slalom courses.

Ski Season Training

  • On-snow training, Dec 1st or Resort Opening  thru last weekend of March

  • Saturday and Sunday 8:30am – 2:30pm at Snowbasin

  • Wednesday afternoon 12:30-4:00pm at Snowbasin

  • When conditions permit, alternate Wednesday gate training 2:30-5:00pm at Powder Mountain.

  • Friday, afternoons, 12:30-4:00pm at Snowbasin

  • Holiday Camp – 7 days during school break. Calendar published 1 July 2025.

  • Optional UOP Training with Coach Approval (2 hour blocks, Tuesdays, start date & times TBA. Additional Lane Fees & UOP Season Pass required.)

  • Early Loads at Snowbasin, days and times TBD

  • Training is NOT required 4 days a week, but is offered.

  • Up to 6 total ski days option is available with the Alpine & Freeski Combo program.

SSEF Training Program is built around the US Ski & Snowboard Training System, which includes

  • Development Phases

  • Physical Fitness

  • Technical Domains

  • Tactical Domains

  • Equipment Selection & Preparation

  • Mental Training

  • & Competitive Skill Development

For a complete breakdown of each category, please visit – usskiandsnowboard.org

Competition Schedule Options:

Cost (2024-25 Pricing) New Pricing will be posted after board approval April 20, 2025

4 Day Team (Wed/Friday, Sat & Sun)
$4560 (includes $400 Work Deposit).      

3 Day Team (Wed OR Fri, Sat & Sun)
$3960 (includes $400 Work Deposit).

2 Day Team  (Sat & Sun)
$3510 (includes $300 Work Deposit)       

1 Day Team (Sat or Sun)
$TBD (includes $200 Work Deposit)    

W or F Alpine Add-on for the season
$675 (includes $100 Work Deposit)

T, Th or F Freeride Day Add-on  (T/Th must have Freeride Coach approval before registering.)
$675 (includes $100 Work Deposit)

A $500 first payment is required at the time of registration to reserve a team spot.  Payment plan options available. Program cost is non-refundable.  Prices will increase at the end of each month starting in August.  Full tuition is due by Nov 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. 

Additional Expenses & Explanations

Ski Passes
Athletes need a Snowbasin season pass. Pass prices are not included in program fees and must be purchased directly through the resort. Snowbasin Season Pass discounts are available to athletes after they have registered for a team.  UOP daily rate or season passes will be made available for purchase through the team. Powder Mountain daily rate lift tickets will be made available for purchase through the team.

USS&S Membership (rates will be updated once published by USSA)

  • US Skiing Competitor U12 and below with IMD dues $110.00

  • Register on the US Ski & Snowboard website after July 1 –  www.ussa.org/membership

Race Expenses 

  • Race fees & lift tickets are NOT included in the tuition.

  • Estimated Travel Costs: $75-$150 per race depending on location, staffing, etc

  • Race expenses will be due NLT 1 weeks prior to the event, payable thru Team Snap

Work Deposit
Refundable with volunteer days or donated to the SSEF Scholarship Fund.

Optional Add-ons

  • June & July Snowbird Camps

YSL Equipment

  • Recommended 2 pairs of skis (SL race ski & Powder ski)

  • Properly fitted boots

  • Helmet – required & race approved

  • Poles 2 pairs:  SL with hand guards and 1 GS bent

  • Goggles: 1 pair with lens for night light; 1 pair with lens for daylight

  • Speed Suit

  • Tuning equipment (intro kit)

  • Back Protector (optional, but highly recommended for SG)

  • Soft Goods: gloves/mittens, long underwear, ski socks, ski pants w zipper on side,

  • Day Pack Bag to fit: boots and all soft goods including helmet, goggles, gloves, snack, water, sunscreen, hand warmers, neck warmer & extra layers. Bag should be easily carried by your athlete.

  • Optional GS skis

Notes on Equipment

Helmets: Must have a hard-shell plastic over the ears. For additional safety, make sure there is a chin protector for Slalom. Bar needs to be easily removed for GS and free skiing.

Goggles: chose a goggle that fits into the helmet comfortably (no goggle gap) and protects the eyes from sun, wind, snow and harsh conditions. Please try on helmets and goggles in store to make sure of correct fitting and sizing.

Poles Height: turn pole upside down, hold pole under the basket -arm should be bent 90 degrees.

Ski Height:

  • For young YSL skiers, SL ski height should be measured near the bottom of their nose.

  • For SL skis: height between chin and mouth

  • For GS skis: measured at 5cm above head for U12’s and 10cm above head for U14’s.

  • Length of skis increases with more competitive, heavier, and stronger athletes.

Boots:

Try on the shell – Take liner out of boot and step foot into the hard shell. Slide toes to touch the front of the shell, fit 2 fingers between the heel and the shell.

Try on the liner without the shell  – Find the big toe; big toe should not be too tight in the liner. For more competitive athletes, we look for a tighter fit, but skiers should still be comfortable to ski a whole day in boots without taking boots off.  Skiers should be able to buckle their boots, if they cannot the flex of the boot is too stiff or buckles too short.

Flex boot varies depending on weight. It is important for skiers to be able to flex boot when in standing position. YSL athletes should look for softer 60-70 flex.  Please work closely with our coaching staff prior to buying your boots should you have any questions.

Soft goods / clothing:

Gloves / mittens (mittens are warmer)

Pants / Training Pants – Ski pants with zips on sides can also become shorts

Socks – wool ski socks, moisture wicking (cotton is not good).

Long Underwear – thermal top and long underwear, moisture wicking or wool recommended


Mandatory Parent – Athlete Orientation Night: October @ TBD

Training schedule, equipment, the race calendar, the team Handbook and more will be discussed.

Recommended Summer Skiing
0-5 days

The Snowbasin Ski Team  is committed to a culture of family participation, team building, social gatherings while supporting our youth through winter sport development.

We will be using TeamSnap for all communications (email/text messaging) & schedule updates.  Once you are registered with the Snowbasin Ski Team, you will receive a TeamSnap invitation.  You will have options on how to set up your notifications to suit you and your family.  Check out TeamSnap How-Tos under our Resources Tab.

There will be many opportunities for parents to be involved with events and competitions. We need help with races, freeride competitions, club fundraisers and individual team activities such as coordination of team tents at races etc.

Our Volunteer Tab will have links to sign up for activities that match your preferences.  Additional volunteer opportunities will be communicated via TeamSnap.

We look forward to meeting all of you.  If you have any questions, please email admin@snowbasinskiteam.org