Updated September 2023.
All racers must be registered with BSRC as well as Alpine Ontario before they can take part in any club run events or training.
Our training timetable is changing. While the days of the training are remaining the same, due to Batawa Ski Hill requirements we will be running our Saturday and Sunday training sessions in the mornings and afternoons to coincide with the time blocks available to our team. That means that some teams will practice during the 9am to 1pm time block while others may be in the 1pm to 5pm time block. Most training sessions will be 2 hours each.
Developmental Program
U8/10 – Ages 6 to 9 as of Dec 31st of the Current Year. Introduction to racing program for 6 to 9 year olds with emphasis on racing skills and fun. Racers practice on weekends at Batawa and finish the season at the Club Race. They may also compete in 1 or 2 away races with other local SOD clubs. Skiers must be able to ski confidently and have previous ski experience (preferably have completed lessons). Coaches will evaluate skiers.
Practice Schedule:
- Saturday and Sunday afternoons
- Normally 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
(contact coach for exact times)
Competitive Programs
U12 – Ages 10 & 11 as of Dec 31st of the Current Year. Focuses on fostering a love for the sport while developing the fundamental skills required to be a competent skier. Racers should be aggressive skiers able to ski any terrain.
The emphasis is on fun, team building and skill development. Ten & eleven year olds (U12) will compete as a team in races hosted at various clubs throughout Ontario. The development themes introduced at the younger ages will be expanded with this age group. The focus continues to be on developing strong free skiing skills and entry level racing tactics. Racers should be aggressive skiers able to ski any terrain without fear.
Practice Schedule:
- Thursday nights – normally 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Saturday and Sunday afternoons – normally 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
(contact coach for exact times)
*Racers are expected to be on skis and ready to go at the meeting place (bottom of the T-Bar) at the start time.
U14 – Ages 12 & 13 as of Dec 31st of the Current Year. Emphasis is placed on providing strong coaches so these young racers receive a strong technical foundation from which to progress to higher levels. Skiers must be confident on black diamond terrain.
With a focus on fun, skill acquisition and development, this program provides a foundation from which to progress to higher levels. Athletes train and travel as a team, yet individual and team results are awarded at the races. Skiers must be able to ski parallel and be confident on black diamond terrain.
Practice Schedule:
- Thursday nights – normally 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Saturday and Sunday mornings – normally 10:00am to 12:00pm.
(contact coach for exact times)
*Racers are expected to be on skis and ready to go at the meeting place (bottom of the T-Bar) at the start time.
U16 – Ages 14 & 15 as of Dec 31st of the Current Year. Develops ski-specific physical and mental skills and continues to develop the athlete’s technical and tactical skills.
Athletes train and travel as a team, yet individual and team results are awarded at the races.
Practice Schedule:
- Wednesday nights – normally 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Saturday and Sunday mornings – normally 10:00am to 12:00pm.
(contact coach for exact times)
*Racers are expected to be on skis and ready to go at the meeting place (bottom of the T-Bar) at the start time.
U18/U21 – Ages 16 to 20 as of Dec 31st of the Current Year. Emphasis on refinement of skills, providing a fun, exciting and competitive atmosphere in which all participants can further develop their skills.
The U18/U21 program offers continued improvement of skiing and racing skills in a fun and competitive environment. Athletes train and travel as a team, yet individual and team results are awarded at the races. .
Practice Schedule:
- Wednesday nights – normally 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Saturday and Sunday mornings – normally 10:00am to 12:00pm.
(contact coach for exact times)
*Racers are expected to be on skis and ready to go at the meeting place (bottom of the T-Bar) at the start time.
The Batawa Ski Racing Club thanks our generous sponsors for all of their support this season!
