Ski Racing
Ski Racing programmes
Below is a summary of our proposed 2009 ski racing products, the ages that each programme targets and the cost structure.
Weekend products Mid week products
Age 20 day 44 day Term 3 Full time
7 - 9 X X X
10 X X X
11 X X X
12 X X X
13 X X X
14 X X
15+ X X
Dec-15 $1100 $2490 $995 $3385
Jun-01 $1250 $2640 $1095 $3685
Insurance$100 $100 $100 $100
There are two price points to encourage early registration. This is critical in planning the programme and staffing levels. There will be a draw for early registrants. All prices are subject to review and approval by RAL.
Insurance will be offered. This is for pro-rated refunds due to illness or injury that restricts the athlete from participating in the programme for a significant part of the season. Exact requirements and wording will be provided later, such as needing a valid medical certificate.
Programme description
• 20 day – Designed as an entry level programme. This targets 7 – 10 year old skiers, who are probably just getting started. Less commitment is required, and hopefully compliments family plans over the first school holidays.
We hope this will be a feeder to the K programmes. Currently Snow School offers race training in their flyers and warriors programme. This programme will either replace or compete with that programme. This detail will be decided at a company level soon.
• 44 Day – This is our weekend and school holiday programme. It spans the whole age categories. It usually starts at age 11 (K1), but accommodates younger ages, mostly in the case of older siblings in other programmes, so the family schedule can be the same. Very few of the 15+ aged athletes will participate in FIS competition.
• Term 3 – Is a school based programme that provides a unique opportunity for new comers to the sport. Participants must be primary school age. It only runs mid week during term 3, and rolls from Monday to Thursday each week. The programme offers three sessions per week. If skiing is not possible, fitness training is provided.
• Full time – This programme is designed to start at age 11 (K1). Provision may be made for younger children on request. A reasonable assessment of ability, stamina and maturity will be made to in order to accommodate this provision.
The full time programme consists of two components; Kinder programme and FIS programme. Kinder is ages 11-12 (K1) and 13-14 (K2). The Kinder programme will grouped according to development needs and age if number of athletes is sufficient. The FIS programme starts at age 15, and will be a combined Whakapapa & Turoa programme. We do not currently have a full time FIS programme. The future programme will be largely driven by family interest and needs.
The Kinder and FIS programmes have different competition schedules from each other. The Kinder programme treats the New Zealand winter as its main competitive season. The FIS programme may use either the NZ or Northern Hemisphere as its main competitive season. At times the Kinder and FIS athletes may share resources and training.
National and International Race policy
Not all athletes are at an ability, stamina and maturity level to compete in national events or international events. Attending events that athletes are not prepared for may have a negative impact on their development. Our goal is to develop their skills and build their confidence so that they are prepared for these events. The programme and coaches will determine each athlete’s readiness. This should be viewed as care and concern for all athletes, and a desire to prepare them for the future.
Training
During the season athletes will train GS and SL with a strong focus on the fundamentals of ski racing. There are also fitness facilities available at Ohakune and National Park.
For the performance group Speed/SG training is available. Most of the training will be in the South Island and will be included in their race schedule.
Age groups
E1/2 8-10yrs old
K1 11-12yrs old
K2 13-14yrs old
J1 15-16yrs old
J2 17-19yrs old
Snr 20+yrs old
Races
There are a number of races throughout the season including the North Island Series and the K Cup finals. There are no FIS races in the North Island and athletes will travel to races in the south island with their coach. Click here for a full calendar at SRNZ.
Equipment
Athletes will need these specific items:
Boots (ask your coach or a qualified boot fitter)
Skis GS and SL (see programs for more details)
Poles GS and SL
Shin guards
Pole guards
Downhill suit
CSA approved helmet and chin guard
Ski Tuning Kit (See tuning tips on website)
These stores will have all the equipment or be able to order it in.
Vertical Retail Store, Whakapapa and Turoa
The Snow Centre: Auckland, Ohakune and Snowplanet
