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Competition Development Programs
Junior Rippers
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This is a fantastic 1-day/week program for young skiers looking to embark on their journey into the Freeride world! Junior Rippers is a great way for 10 and 11-year-olds to enhance their skiing skills as they continue to explore different aspects of the sport. The mix of terrain park, back bowls, and groomers offers a well-rounded experience that can really help build confidence and versatility on the slopes. The additional introduction to basic snow safety is offered and is crucial for these young athletes as they start exploring more challenging terrain.
Athletes are encouraged to participate in IFSA(International Free Skiing Association) Western Freeride competitions. ONE regional competition that covers all costs associated with a comp is included in your program fees.
As a 1-day athlete, you will have the opportunity to compete in a Maximum of 2 away regional comps (choose two of Kimberley, Panorama and Fernie) plus a single one-day National comp (Kicking Horse or Lake Louise).
Junior Rippers allows for up to 2 Regionals and 1 National (more details to come in the fall). If you are looking for a competition program, we recommend our Junior Big Mountain Comp program that provides more training opportunities and up to three Regional Competitions plus one National Competition. Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Basic Program
Saturday OR Sunday program at Lake Louise starting late November/early December and ending in mid-April.
Attendance at ONE regional comp including both coaching and travel costs.
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Event (Grizzly Cup)
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for training and competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
Pass Recommendations
Lake Louise and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
Athletes are encouraged to participate in IFSA(International Free Skiing Association) Western Freeride competitions. ONE regional competition that covers all costs associated with a comp is included in your program fees.
As a 1-day athlete, you will have the opportunity to compete in a Maximum of 2 away regional comps (choose two of Kimberley, Panorama and Fernie) plus a single one-day National comp (Kicking Horse or Lake Louise).
Junior Rippers allows for up to 2 Regionals and 1 National (more details to come in the fall). If you are looking for a competition program, we recommend our Junior Big Mountain Comp program that provides more training opportunities and up to three Regional Competitions plus one National Competition. Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Basic Program
Saturday OR Sunday program at Lake Louise starting late November/early December and ending in mid-April.
Attendance at ONE regional comp including both coaching and travel costs.
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Event (Grizzly Cup)
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for training and competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
Pass Recommendations
Lake Louise and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
Prices starting at: $1600
Competition Programs
Junior Big Mountain Comp
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Junior Big Mountain Comp is an excellent program for young skiers who are eager to dive into the world of big mountain freeride competition. Whether athletes are coming from the Grizzlies or other programming that instills the fundamentals of skiing, this program strives to adapt the athletes' learned skills and technical foundations of skiing into a Freeride, big mountain context. These athletes will have the opportunity to compete in a maximum of THREE Regional comps and ONE National 1-day comp. See Competition Info below
We start with early on-snow training on groomers as a strategic approach for young athletes preparing for big mountain freeride competitions. Groomed runs provide a controlled environment where athletes can focus on mastering fundamental skiing techniques such as carving, edging, and balance.
Moreover, the inclusion of basic snow safety training throughout the season is available and crucial for these young skiers, especially for those with aspirations to venture into more advanced and varied terrain.
For athletes to take full advantage of early season training, it is essential that skis be well tuned.
Athletes should target 40-50 days on snow
Basic Program
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October 2023
Saturdays and Sundays at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Christmas Camp
Four All Mountain Competitions(see details under Competition Info)
Kicking Horse Camp
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Events
Competition Info
Regional Comp: Fernie, Panorama, Kimberley and a venue TDB
National Comp: Kicking Horse or Lake Louise
Competition account details will be available at registration.
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
A high-performance carving ski with 14-16m radius (strongly recommended)
Ascent Health & Sport Therapy Athletic Assessment and Baseline Testing
Included in registration: Athletic Sport Science Assessment and Concussion Baseline Testing - $300 value (more info here)
Pass Recommendations:
RCR Super Pass and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
We start with early on-snow training on groomers as a strategic approach for young athletes preparing for big mountain freeride competitions. Groomed runs provide a controlled environment where athletes can focus on mastering fundamental skiing techniques such as carving, edging, and balance.
Moreover, the inclusion of basic snow safety training throughout the season is available and crucial for these young skiers, especially for those with aspirations to venture into more advanced and varied terrain.
For athletes to take full advantage of early season training, it is essential that skis be well tuned.
Athletes should target 40-50 days on snow
Basic Program
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October 2023
Saturdays and Sundays at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Christmas Camp
Four All Mountain Competitions(see details under Competition Info)
Kicking Horse Camp
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Events
Competition Info
Regional Comp: Fernie, Panorama, Kimberley and a venue TDB
National Comp: Kicking Horse or Lake Louise
Competition account details will be available at registration.
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
A high-performance carving ski with 14-16m radius (strongly recommended)
Ascent Health & Sport Therapy Athletic Assessment and Baseline Testing
Included in registration: Athletic Sport Science Assessment and Concussion Baseline Testing - $300 value (more info here)
Pass Recommendations:
RCR Super Pass and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
Prices starting at: $3285
Big Mountain Comp One-Day
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A one day/week program for 12 -18 year-old athletes who wish to compete and develop into great life-long skiers, while offering time to pursue other activities. The continuation of technical skill development will be the primary focus for this program while gaining confidence to tackle more challenging terrain in preparation for competitions. Big Mountain Comp athletes will be introduced to basic snow safety throughout the season. We aim to deliver an experience that helps set athletes up as life-long skiers with the ability to ski any terrain on any mountain.
Athletes who have pre-qualified for National Level Events will compete at three Nationals and one Regional Comp, while athletes pursuing National Level Event qualification will target up to four Regional Comps.
Basic Program
Saturday OR Sunday program at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October
Christmas Camp
Up to four All Mountain Competitions - National or Regional events are athlete dependent
Kicking Horse Camp
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Events
Competition Info
Regional Comp venues: Fernie, Panorama, Kimberley plus another TBD
National Comp venues: Kicking Horse, Lake Louise and Red Mountain
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
Pass Recommendations
RCR Super Pass and Winsport, if you choose the Add-On
NOTE: Sundays are now full. Please join waitlist below.
Athletes who have pre-qualified for National Level Events will compete at three Nationals and one Regional Comp, while athletes pursuing National Level Event qualification will target up to four Regional Comps.
Basic Program
Saturday OR Sunday program at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October
Christmas Camp
Up to four All Mountain Competitions - National or Regional events are athlete dependent
Kicking Horse Camp
In House Lake Louise Ski Clubs Events
Competition Info
Regional Comp venues: Fernie, Panorama, Kimberley plus another TBD
National Comp venues: Kicking Horse, Lake Louise and Red Mountain
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
Pass Recommendations
RCR Super Pass and Winsport, if you choose the Add-On
NOTE: Sundays are now full. Please join waitlist below.
Prices starting at: $2050
Big Mountain Comp Two-Day
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Our Big Mountain Comp program targets competitive athletes 12 years of age and older. This is a comprehensive program designed to develop well-rounded skiing skills and the ability to adapt to various terrain and conditions. Focusing on competition criteria will help athletes refine their techniques and decision-making on the slopes during competition.
Starting with technical skill development on groomers will provide a solid foundation for athletes as they await more challenging terrain to open. Ensuring well-tuned skis will undoubtedly contribute to maximizing their training sessions and building confidence for the upcoming competition season.
Athletes who have pre-qualified for National Level Events will compete at three Nationals and one Regional Comp, while athletes pursuing National Level Event qualification will target up to four Regional Comps.
Snow safety will be more at the forefront than our other programs and athletes will be challenged to take their skiing skills into slack country environments where they can put their knowledge into practice supervised by snow science professionals and guides. A backcountry hut trip is available to select athletes based on their age, progression, fitness, demand, and other prerequisites.
Recommend 45-60 days on snow
Basic Program
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October
Saturdays and Sundays at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Christmas Camp
Kicking Horse Camp
Four All Mountain Competition - National or Regional events are athlete dependent
Competition Info
Regional Comp venues; Fernie, Castle, Panorama, Kimberley and Revelstoke
National Comp venues; Kicking Horse, Lake Louise and Red Mountain
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
A high-performance carving ski with 14-16m radius (strongly recommended)
Ascent Health & Sport Therapy Athletic Assessment and Baseline Testing
Included in registration: Athletic Sport Science Assessment and Concussion Baseline Testing - $300 value (more info here)
Pass Recommendations
RCR Super Pass and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
Starting with technical skill development on groomers will provide a solid foundation for athletes as they await more challenging terrain to open. Ensuring well-tuned skis will undoubtedly contribute to maximizing their training sessions and building confidence for the upcoming competition season.
Athletes who have pre-qualified for National Level Events will compete at three Nationals and one Regional Comp, while athletes pursuing National Level Event qualification will target up to four Regional Comps.
Snow safety will be more at the forefront than our other programs and athletes will be challenged to take their skiing skills into slack country environments where they can put their knowledge into practice supervised by snow science professionals and guides. A backcountry hut trip is available to select athletes based on their age, progression, fitness, demand, and other prerequisites.
Recommend 45-60 days on snow
Basic Program
Fall Dryland Program (Calgary & Bow Valley) September – October
Saturdays and Sundays at Lake Louise starting late November / early December
Christmas Camp
Kicking Horse Camp
Four All Mountain Competition - National or Regional events are athlete dependent
Competition Info
Regional Comp venues; Fernie, Castle, Panorama, Kimberley and Revelstoke
National Comp venues; Kicking Horse, Lake Louise and Red Mountain
Coaching costs are included in program fees. Additional coach travel expenses must be paid for in advance of participation in each comp.
Mandatory Equipment
Properly fitted helmet
Back Protector for Training and Competition
Mouth Guard (strongly recommended)
Pair of well-tuned freeride skis
A high-performance carving ski with 14-16m radius (strongly recommended)
Ascent Health & Sport Therapy Athletic Assessment and Baseline Testing
Included in registration: Athletic Sport Science Assessment and Concussion Baseline Testing - $300 value (more info here)
Pass Recommendations
RCR Super Pass and Winsport if you choose the Add-On
Prices starting at: $3400
Important notes:
1. Register early to help us plan.
2. Alberta Alpine fees will be automatically added to your cart at check out and payment will be made directly to Alberta Alpine. These fees, including the Family Membership, are mandatory for participation in all of our programs.
3. Based on registration, the LLAMSC club reserves the right to combine, change or modify the programs offered.
4. Detailed prices are available on RAMP.
5. Prices current as of June 30, 2024
1. Register early to help us plan.
2. Alberta Alpine fees will be automatically added to your cart at check out and payment will be made directly to Alberta Alpine. These fees, including the Family Membership, are mandatory for participation in all of our programs.
3. Based on registration, the LLAMSC club reserves the right to combine, change or modify the programs offered.
4. Detailed prices are available on RAMP.
5. Prices current as of June 30, 2024