Entry Programme

 

We currently offer two options. A 20 day (every other weekend during term 3 and the second holidays for 2 weeks) and the 44 day programme (every weeekend and all holidays either side of term 3).  Programmes begin July 5th and end October 10th.  (Complete schedule in progress)

 

Requirements:

·         Aged 8 – 10, born years 1999 – 2001

·         SRNZ entry level license. Individual registration must be done online at www.skiracing.org.nz

·         Confident skier that can do parallel turns on intermediate terrain

·         Reasonably independent in the mountain environment

·         Registration deadline December  1st  2008. A late fee of $150 for registration recieved after Dec 1st 2008.

 

Equipment:

·         Skis – No National minimum requirement

Recommended length is between chin and forehead

One pair of skis is adequate

Easy to turn (slalom or hybrid preferred over GS)

·         Boots - Junior boots with 2-4 buckles (Avoid rear entry)

·         Ski Poles - Proper length

·         Goggles – Properly fitted

·         Helmet - CSA approved with full shell ear cover.

On-Snow Objectives:

Being a weekend programme, the main objective is spend as much time on snow as possible each day.  At this level we are introducing athletes to ski racing which involves establishing a technical skiing base, safely challenging abilities, exploring the mountain, learning race rules and of course attend some races in the North Island.

 

Off-Snow Objectives:

To create an awareness of fitness and how it relates to ski racing.  Enhance skills using tools like video. Develop teamwork and fun activity. Off snow activities are primarily weather driven.

 

Spots Remaining:

Whakapapa       -            8

Turoa                -            8

 

2009 Entry 20 Day Program (costs are per person)

 

20 Day Programme (before Dec 1st)

$1,100

Membership (collected on behalf of RSS club)

$40

Optional insurance for illness or injury
$100

Uniform rental (collected on behalf of RSS club)

$168

Mt Ruapehu season event pass TBC

$350

Total (including optional insurance) $1,758

 

2009 Entry 44 Day Program (costs are per person)

 

44 Day Programme (before Dec 1st)

$2,490

Membership (collected on behalf of RSS club)

$40

Optional insurance for illness or injury
$100

Uniform rental (collected on behalf of RSS club)

$168

Mt Ruapehu season event pass TBC

$350

Total (including optional insurance) $3,148

 

 

Note:

Costs do not include SRNZ/FIS license fee, travel, personal equipment, season pass or other fees. RAL and Ruapehu Sport reserve the right to cancel any programme prior to July 4th, 2009. In any such event all fees will be refunded.

 

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.

 

Click for full report Area Status Snow Base (cm)
Whakapapa
Closed
268
FRI SAT SUN MON TUE
Turoa
Closed
255
FRI SAT SUN MON TUE