The Mt. Abram Race Programs

Mt. Abram, in an effort to provide the best quality race programs, is offering three levels of race programming. Participation in each level of program offering will be based on the participants ski ability, maturity level, and ability to accept and apply coaching. Each participant will be evaluated in the first week and placed in the program that is appropriate for their development. Each program will include the following:

• Low 8:1 racer to coach ratio
• Video analysis
• A logical progression of skills development
• A blend of directed free ski drills and gate drills
• Training opportunities in full length courses
• Training on varied terrain
• Mental preparation for competing successfully
• Extensive video analysis
• Observations of the latest ski technique and tactics
• Timed runs at appropriate times to increase intensity

Building great skiers is our passion

Every group starts in one location and ends someplace altogether different, though we've never had two groups ever start or end in the same spot. Corners are turned and mountains are climbed differently with each athlete and with each group. The thrill of the program is building our skills and challenging athletes.

Our expectations of each of our athletes, every time we gather, train or compete, are:

1. Give 100%
2. Listen (with your eyes) and adapt to the world around you
3. Stay positive with yourself and others
4. Compete to win
5. Take responsibility for your actions and your failures when they occur
6. Always have fun

Three Do's:

1. Always do your best
2. Always do the right thing
3. Always treat others how you would want to be treated

Preparatory I - Dudley Do Right Squirts

Description of program: The Dudley Do Right Squirt's program is based on becoming a good skier in all conditions. The Squirt's will develop skills that promote further interest in the sport of alpine ski racing with an emphasis on having fun.

Age: 8-10 year old

Day: Saturdays

Length of Program: 10 weeks, 1/1/11 - 3/5/11

Time: 9am - 11am

Cost of Program: $399.00

Preparatory II - Boris Badenov Schusser's

Description of Program: The Boris Badenov Schusser's Program builds on the Dudley Do Right Squirt's Program by continuing to develop basic ski racing skills. The "Schusser's" are introduced to gate training and ski racing competition with the program interest still focused on developing solid ski techniques.

Age: 11-12 year olds

Days: Saturday/Sunday

Length of Program: 12/18/10 - 3/5/11
Includes X-mas Camp and a season pass

Time: 9am - 12pm

Cost of Program: $750.00

Performance - Fearless Leader Bomber's

Description of Program: The Fearless Leader Bomber's Program takes on a specialized approach for middle school and high school racers who are aiming for high performance ski racing. The Bomber's will develop higher degrees of physical, mental, technical and tactical preparation. This program is designed to work in conjunction with the athlete's middle school and high school home program preparing them for regional and state competitions. Our goal is to support and supplement the athlete's home program coach and training. To provide the greatest opportunity for improvement and success, athletes accepted into this program are expected to make a commitment to their training program.

Age: 13-18 year olds

Days: Saturdays & Sundays

Time: 9am - 12pm
1pm - 3pm

Length of program: 12/18/10 - 3/5/11
Includes X-mas Camp and a season pass

Cost: $750.00