Juniors Program
The ASC Juniors program is designed to provide a range of training and racing opportunities relative to both individual athletic goals and individual time commitments. While the younger level Junior Development program offerings (U10, U12) utilize a somewhat one size fits all approach while the older level Junior program offerings (U14, U16, U18) are designed around providing athletes opportunities to be successful at specific levels competitively (local/divisional or regional/national/international).
The ASC Juniors program is designed to provide a range of training and racing opportunities relative to both individual athletic goals and individual time commitments. This program is idealized and subdivided in two different programs:
The younger Junior “Development” Program ages U10, U12 with a focus in:
- Fundamental skill acquisition
- Developing the love of sport
- Introducing the competitive aspects of the sport
The Junior Program ages U14, U16, U18, U21 with a focus in:
- Skill refinement and performance enhancement
- Catering to athletes that have different goals and commitments to other sports
- These age groups are further broken down by part-time or full-time participation depending on number of desired coaching days (see program fee descriptions)
A minimum skill ability is required to participate in this program. Athletes graduating from the younger age groups will have necessary skills attained. New athletes will however be assessed by the head coach during the first weeks of the program beginning.
Cost:
ASC Alpine programs are billed on a cost-per-coaching-day basis which ensures the best quality coaching and program experience possible. . Please carefully read each program description below to understand what is included in each age group. Travel activity costs for camps/races not at Alyeska (including coach travel costs) are not included in the Juniors program Fees. Alyeska and Hilltop lift tickets/season passes are also not included in program fees.
Included in all programs:
- On-snow coaching for scheduled training and competitions
- Individual athlete management
- Low coach: athlete ratios (1:6 – optimum)
- Mid-season and year-end athlete evaluation reports
- Alyeska and Hilltop training lane fees
- Use of team equipment (e.g. gates, video, salt, dye, timing, etc.)
- Use of ASC Race Training Center facilities
- Ski equipment support – selections, discounts
- Ski tuning instruction and clinics
- USSS liaison and committee representation
- Travel and competition support – coordination of entries, transportation, accommodations, technical support
- Regular communication via email, club wide events, access to Administrative and Juniors coaching staff, Committees and the Board of Directors, and
- Year-end awards banquet.
If you have any question regarding the Juniors program, please contact Bucky McDonald at juniorsprogramdirector@alyeskaskiclub.com or Alex Wilson at alpinedirector@alyeskaskiclub.com.
Juniors Program Structure
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Alpine Juniors U10 – 2014, 2015 YOB
Saturday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $2,404 After Sept. 1 $2,604
Add-Ons –
Dryland | Hilltop (optional) – $110
Wednesday | Hilltop or Alyeska (optional) – $400
Spring Break Camp (optional) – $180
Description – This is our Juniors development intro program. Training will focus on:
- Fundamental all mountain technical skiing skills
- Introduction to race/competition skills under the direction of a professional paid coaching staff.
- Exposure in both Mighty Mite (separate category) and Youth Ski League races.
Note: USSS license is not a requirement – if needed athletes may purchase a one day competitor license.
Optional Add-Ons –
– Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning (Every Wednesday Sept. 6 through Nov. 15, 2023, at Hilltop or Girdwood) – $110
– Wednesday Evening On-Snow Training (Dec. 6 – April 3, 2024) | Hilltop or Alyeska – $400
– ASD Spring Break Camp (4 extra days during March 2024) – $180
Note: U10, U12 & Part-Time athletes, each additional coaching day will be billed at $45. Full-Time athletes do not pay these fees.
Example 1: You choose to travel to a race that is held Thurs-Sunday. In addition to travel and race fees, you will be charged $90 for Thursday and Friday (Saturday and Sunday are your normal training days)
Example 2: You choose to attend a camp in summer/fall. In addition to travel and camp expenses you will be billed $45 per day of on-snow coaching.
Alpine Juniors U12 – 2011, 2012 YOB
Saturday & Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Wednesday Training | Hilltop or Alyeska
Program Fee – $2,924 After Sept. 1 $3,124
Description – Next step to the Juniors development program. Training will focus on:
- Continuation of U10 program – progression of skill and racing fundamentals.
- A more intensive annual program focused on improved physical performance and ski racing technique/tactics
- USSS Divisional competition events with one potential optional add-on lower 48 trip/competition.
- Option to participate in preseason training camps.
Note: USSS Competitor license is a requirement (Extra Fee)
Optional Add-Ons –
– Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning (Every Wednesday and Friday Sept. 6 through Nov. 17, 2023) at Hilltop, Girdwood & Elite Gym – $378
– Friday evening On-snow Training (Dec 6-Apr3 2024) @Alyeska (optional) – $400
– ASD Spring Break Camp (4 extra days in March 2024) – $180
Note: U10, U12 & Part-Time athletes, each additional coaching day will be billed at $45. Full-Time athletes do not pay these fees.
Example 1: You choose to travel to a race that is held Thurs-Sunday. In addition to travel and race fees, you will be charged $90 for Thursday and Friday (Saturday and Sunday are your normal training days)
Example 2: You choose to attend a camp in summer/fall. In addition to travel and camp expenses you will be billed $45 per day of on-snow coaching.
Alpine Juniors Part-Time Programs
The Alpine Juniors Part-Time programs (U14 and U16/U18) are designed for athletes who are looking for a primarily weekend-based training program. Ideal for multisport athletes that cannot commit to a full-time program. Training will focus on:
- Skill refinement
- In state racing and out of state racing
- Performance enhancement in Alpine Racing
- Competition in USSS AK division and USSS Western Region Events. (Qualification to regional events is required)
Note: USSS Competitor license is a requirement (Extra fee). For U18 and older athletes a FIS license is advised, please ask your head coach for more information.
Alpine Juniors Part-Time U14 – 2010, 2011 YOB
Saturday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $2,804 After Sept. 1 $3,004
Add-Ons –
Dryland | Hilltop & Elite (optional) – $406
Wednesday | Hilltop (optional) – $400
Description – This program is offered for U14 age eligible athletes who are interested in a winter weekend performance based alpine racing program. Athletes will primarily compete in USSS Divisional events. Those that qualify may also elect to compete at USSS Regional events.
Optional Add-Ons –
– Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning (Every Wednesday and Friday September 6 through November 17, 2023 at Elite and Hillside) Note: Dryland will be primarily outdoors, athletes will move to Elite in mid-October.- $406
– Wednesday evening On-Snow Training Hilltop or Alyeska (Dec 6-Apr 3 2024)- $400
Note: U10, U12 & Part-Time athletes, each additional coaching day will be billed at $45. Full-Time athletes do not pay these fees.
-Example 1: You choose to travel to a race that is held Thurs-Sunday. In addition to travel and race fees, you will be charged $90 for Thursday and Friday (Saturday and Sunday are your normal training days)
-Example 2: You choose to attend a camp in summer/fall. In addition to travel and camp expenses you will be billed $45 per day of on-snow coaching.
Alpine Juniors U16 Part Time – 2008, 2009 YOB
Alpine Juniors U18/U21 Part Time – 2007 YOB + Older
Saturday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $2,804 After Sept. 1 $3,004
Add-Ons –
Dryland | Hilltop & Elite (optional) – $406
Friday Training | Alyeska (optional) – $400
Description – This program is offered for U16 and U19 age eligible athletes who are interested in a winter weekend performance based alpine racing program. Athletes will primarily compete in USSS Divisional events. Those that qualify may also elect to compete at USSS Regional events. U19 athletes may also choose to compete in FIS competitions with a current FIS license.
Optional Add-Ons –
– Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning (Every Wednesday and Friday September 6 through November 17, 2023 at Elite Gym and Hilltop) Note: Dryland will be primarily outdoors, athletes will move to Elite Gym in mid-October – $406
– Friday evening on-snow training (Dec. 15 – April 12, 2024)| Alyeska – $400
Note: U10, U12 & Part-Time athletes, each additional coaching day will be billed at $45. Full-Time athletes do not pay these fees.
-Example 1: You choose to travel to a race that is held Thurs-Sunday. In addition to travel and race fees, you will be charged $90 for Thursday and Friday (Saturday and Sunday are your normal training days)
-Example 2: You choose to attend a camp in summer/fall. In addition to travel and camp expenses you will be billed $45 per day of on-snow coaching.
Alpine Juniors Full-Time Programs (U14, U16 and U18)
The Alpine Juniors Full-time Programs (U14, U16 and U18) are a 9-12 month ski racing program for athletes interested specifically in alpine racing and future higher level regional/national/collegiate teams. Training will focus on (will vary by age group):
- Annual dryland training program with designated rest/break periods.
- Summer and fall on-snow training camps and winter weekend and midweek training.
- More intense program schedule.
- Divisional and Regional competitions with goals to qualify for and attend National events.
- U18/U21 Full-time Program will participate in Divisional USSS events, with a primary emphasis on International FIS competitions.
Note: USSS Competitor license is a requirement (Extra fee). For U18 and older athletes a FIS license is advised, please ask your head coach for more information.
Alpine Juniors Full-Time U14 – 2010, 2011 YOB
Wednesday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $4,780 After Sept. 1 $4,980
Description – Recommended for new and returning U14 athletes who are interested in and able to commit to a more intensive annual program which includes both dryland and on snow components. Athletes will compete in USSS Divisional events and have goals to qualify for and successfully compete at U14 Regional and National events.
Includes –
- Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning | Elite Gym & Hilltop Outdoors
- Thursday afternoon dryland conditioning (Dec-Apr) | Elite Gym
- Indoor RTC Ski Locker (Shared with 2-3 athletes)
- Summer Camp coaching fees
- Thanksgiving travel camp coaching fees
- All out of state competition coaching fees
Alpine Juniors Full-Time U16 – 2008, 2009 YOB
Tuesday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $6,760 After Sept. 1 $6,960
Description – Recommended for new and returning U16 athletes who are interested in and able to commit to a more intensive annual program which includes both dryland and on snow components. Athletes will compete in USSS Divisional events and have goals to qualify for and successfully compete at U16 Regional and National events.
Includes –
- Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning | Elite Gym & Hilltop Outdoors
- Thursday afternoon dryland conditioning (Dec-Apr) | Elite Gym
- Indoor RTC Ski Locker (Shared with 2-3 athletes)
- Summer Camp coaching fees
- Thanksgiving travel camp coaching fees
- All out of state competition coaching fees
Alpine Juniors Full-time U18/U21 – 2006 YOB + Older
Tuesday – Sunday | Alyeska Resort
Program Fee – $7,364 After Sept. $7,564
Description – Recommended for new and returning U18/21 athletes who are interested in and able to commit to a more intensive annual program which includes both dryland and on snow components. Athletes will compete in USSS Divisional events with a primary focus on international FIS competitions.
Includes –
- Pre-Season Dryland Conditioning | Elite Gym & Hilltop Outdoors
- Thursday afternoon dryland conditioning (Dec-Apr) | Elite Gym
- Indoor RTC Ski Locker (Shared with 2-3 athletes)
- Summer Camp coaching fees
- Thanksgiving travel camp coaching fees
- All out of state competition coaching fees