2012/2013 Season

Affectionately known as “Devos”, this freestyle introductory program is designed for the intermediate/advanced skier under the age of thirteen.  Skiers must be able to ski blue/black mogul runs.  Focus will include basic mogul skiing techniques and introductory aerial and terrain park training.  Includes introduction to competition in the Southwest Freestyle Tour.

Additional fees will include travel, lodging and lift tickets to Telluride SW Tour events and entry fees.

Ages:
12 and under

On Snow Training (DMR)(Dec – Mar):
12 Training Sessions

On Snow Training  (Chapman)(Jan – Mar):
Tuesday and Thursday Nights 5:15 – 6:45pm

Dryland Training (Oct 8th – Nov 19th, 2012):
A blend of trampoline, gymnastics, core strengthening.
Monday (Session 1)  4:00 – 5:00 pm,  Stillwater Foundation.  Map
Monday (Session 2) 5:00 – 6:00 pm,  Stillwater Foundation.  Map
Waiver form required.  Download here and bring to first practice.

Friday (Session 1)  4:30 – 5:30 pm, Stillwater Foundation.  Map
Friday (Session 2) 5:30 – 6:30 pm, Stillwater Foundation. Map
Waiver form required.  Download here and bring to first practice.

Work Deposit: $150

IMPORTANT CHANGE:  As of November 8th, 2011, Athletes are NO LONGER required to obtain a license or join the USSA organization to be members of the Purgatory Ski & Snowboard Team.  Athletes will have to join USSA ONLY if they compete in an USSA event or competition.

Memberships:
ONLY Athletes who participate in USSA Events & Competitions will be required to join the United States Ski & Snowboard Association (USSA). The USSA is the national governing body for US Olympic skiing and snowboarding, and the parent organization for the U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing. They are paired together with the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and share governance in selection of athletes to the National U.S. Ski and Snowboard teams. The Purgatory Ski Team is a proud member and sponsor of the USSA organization.

Athletes under the age of thirteen will need to apply for a Rocky Mountain Division Freestyle youth license.

Additional information for USSA and USSA registration can be found here. Click on Members >> Membership Tools >> Become a Member

Costs:
2012/2013 Tuition – $500
2012/2013 Work Depost - $150 (refundable)
2012/2013 Dryland (optional) – $75
2012/2013 Chapman Hill (optional) – $100 – $200
2012/2013 Holiday & Spring Camps (optional) - $125 each
2012/2013 USSA Membership (Freestyle Youth)+(Rocky Mountain Dues) - $80
2012/2013 USSA Event Entry Fees:  $20 – $30 per day
2012/2013 Travel Fees – $50 – $100 per athlete, per event (covers coaching costs for travel, lodging, per diem)