Devos Program
The starting ages for the Devos programs is 6 yrs old. ALL athletes are required to have basic ski skills and be independent from parents for the full program day.
Devos is not a “learn to ski program” and assessments will be held to ensure participants are able to ski all-of-the Mountain from the top of Chair Six.
As an all-mountain ski program for ages 6-14, Devos athletes improve skills and confidence with an emphasis on fun and joy of skiing. Athletes are grouped according to age and ability to work with dedicated coaches for the season. We work to build solid ski skills through directed free skiing, focused drills, terrain progression, and occasional fun gate training.
Given the popularity of our recreational ski programs we have had to institute a maximum capacity to preserve the Devos and Mighty Mite Program’s quality. Based on management of the participants and volunteer coaches, we have determined 200 participants is an appropriate cap. The Alyeska Ski Resort also requests we institute a cap of 200 for each program. Registration is first come, first served after a priority registration window for existing and returning families.
Devos Advisory Group provides leadership and organization for the Devos Program:
- Terri Adkins, Devos Co-Head Coach, devosheadcoach@alyeskaskiclub.com
- Nick Leonard, Devos Co-Head Coach, devosheadcoach@alyeskaskiclub.com
- Drew Petrie, Freeride & Devos Program Director, devosprogramdirector@alyeskaskiclub.com
- Brook Predeger, Devos Coach
- Kaleen Haines, Executive Director
Devos – 24/25 Season (REGISTRATION CLOSED)
- Saturdays | Alyeska Resort | 6-14 years old as of Dec 31, 2024
- Registration Fee – $490
- Recommendation – Devos is an all-mountain ski program for young athletes who already have basic ski skills and can ski from the top of Chair Six. Athletes will further develop skills and confidence with an emphasis on fun and the joy of skiing. Athletes are grouped according to age and ability to work with a dedicated coach for the season. We work to build solid ski skills through directed free skiing, focused drills, terrain progression, and occasional fun gate training. Recommended for skiers who can ski the full mountain and who want to improve in a fun group setting.
- Devos Daily Schedule – We have adjusted our schedule to provide for increased ski hours, coach’s meetings, groups starting/ending at the same time, and lunch breaks within ski-groups to limit excessive gathering in the Race Training Center (RTC). All groups will meet at their group flags outside the RTC at 11:15 am and load lifts by 11:30. All groups will return to their Flags at 3:30 pm. Athletes will bring sack lunches to be stored in designated Group Cubbies in the RTC. Coaches will take a 30 min lunch break sometime during the ski day and distribute sack lunches in the RTC.
- Additional Opportunities –
- Winter Break Camp $200
- Spring Break Camp $175
- Hilltop Wed Training $275. This training session is for older, independent athletes who can check-in with coaches, follow directions and get themselves to the practice courses all session long. Individual coaches will not be assigned to groups.
- Registration fees do NOT include a lift tickets for athletes. Please purchase those from Alyeska Resort. A direct to lift pass or season pass is recommended to avoid the lines and difficulties each morning at the ticket office.
Mighty Mites + Devos (REGISTRATION CLOSED)
- Saturdays | Alyeska Resort | 6-14 years old as of Dec 31, 2024 | Devos
Sundays | Alyeska Resort | 6-14 years old as of Dec 31, 2024 | Mighty Mites - Program Cost – $816
- Recommendation – Recommended for U10 and U12 athletes looking for the benefits of both programs.
- AMM + Devos Daily Schedule – We have adjusted our schedule to provide for increased ski hours, coach’s meetings, groups starting/ending at the same time, and lunch breaks within ski-groups to limit excessive gathering in the Race Training Center (RTC). All groups will meet at their group flags outside the RTC at 11:15 am and load lifts by 11:30. All groups will return to their Flags at 3:30 pm.Athletes will bring sack lunches to be stored in designated Group Cubbies in the RTC.Coaches will take a 30 min lunch break sometime during the ski day and distribute sack lunches in the RTC.
- Additional Opportunities –
- Winter Break Camp $200
- Spring Break Camp $175
- Hilltop Wed Training $275. This training session is for older, independent athletes who can check-in with coaches, follow directions and get themselves to the practice courses all session long. Individual coaches will not be assigned to groups.
- Registration fees do NOT include a lift ticket for athletes. Please purchase those from Alyeska Resort. A direct to lift pass or season pass is recommended to avoid the lines and difficulties each morning at the ticket office.
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Tail Gunner Program
Athletes 14 and older are encouraged to consider serving as a Tail Gunner.
Great option to learn about coaching, increase volunteer experience and stay involved.
