Junior I & II Alpine
J II - Ages 15-16
JI - Ages 17-19
An advanced racing program geared toward experienced athletes preparing for higher levels of competition, but it also welcomes those just getting started with a fun and social environment.
Format
  • Training sessions focus on refining fundamental skills to a high level, developing precise movements, and more advanced gate tactics.
  • Weekend morning sessions consist of a variety of gate training courses including full-length gates, timed runs, and video analysis.
  • Weekend afternoon practices consist of directed free skiing and drills to sharpen fundamentals skiing skills and learn more advanced techniques. They also generally require more concentration and focus.
  • Weeknight training is also offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for an additional one-time fee.
  • Weeknight practices consist entirely of gate training and focus on tactics and mileage in the gates.
  • For practice dates, times, and other logistics, check out the Practice Information page.
  • Newer athletes generally enter one or two local races, and focus the majority of their time training.
  • More experienced athletes travel to events across the state and compete in the PA Cup Race series.
  • Participants receive coaching support at LMRT's home race, the PA Cup events, and the JI-II Finals. See the Race Schedule for details.
  • Athletes are also encouraged to participate in some form of off-season conditioning program. Contact your coach for suggestions and feedback on your dry land training routine.
Staffing & Athlete-to-Coach Ratio:
The JI-II program maintains a ratio of approximately 6 to 8 athletes per coach for practice sessions.
Pre-requisites

The prerequisite for this program is the ability to ski at an advanced level.

 

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