2017/18 PROGRAM GUIDE 1 ALPINE PROGRAM GUIDE 2017/18 Contents PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION ................................................................................................... 3 PRIVATE LESSONS.......................................................................................................................................... 5 JUNIOR PROGRAMS ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Recreational Skiing .................................................................................................................................... 7 Ski Racing ................................................................................................................................................ 11 Recreational Snowboarding .................................................................................................................... 23 Competitive Snowboarding .................................................................................................................... 26 Freestyle & SBX Skiing & Snowboarding ................................................................................................. 29 YOUTH PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................................................... 33 Youth Programs ...................................................................................................................................... 34 ADULT PROGRAMS...................................................................................................................................... 36 Recreational Skiing .................................................................................................................................. 37 Recreational Snowboarding .................................................................................................................... 40 Ski & Snowboard Racing ......................................................................................................................... 43 Program Listing ........................................................................................................................................... 47 2 PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION Program Contacts Alpine Program Manager • Kim Roberts Ski Programs Supervisor • Kirsti Suutari Head of Race Programs • Jason Manning Head of Snowboard Programs • Tyler King Director of Programs • Nick Tadross Program Administration • Erin Hindle Race Administration • Alana Mackle Important Registration Notes Program registration begins October 1. Login to the members’ section of the Alpine website to register online. Register early – November 15 is the final day for early bird registration. Regular program prices will apply between November 15 and December 15. A late fee will be applied on registrations received after December 15. Helmets are mandatory for all participants in junior programs. TIME OPTIONS In order to accommodate the busy lunch period we have structured certain programs with time options A and B. OPTION A Sat: 9:00-11:00 a.m. & 12:00-2:00 p.m. • Sun: 9:00-11:00 a.m. • Lunch: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. OPTION B Sat: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. & 1:00-3:00 p.m. • Sun: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Lunch: 12:00-1:00 p.m. PM Not all programs have sufficient registrations to offer two time schedules. Please make sure you choose the schedule for the junior programs that best works with your family’s other program requirements. Junior league racing programs all have set lunch hours. Please refer to the program description for details. Most adult programs have a two-hour break to accommodate both lunch options. REGISTRATION POLICY We recommend that you review the programs being offered. Program numbers continue to grow each year so we remind you to sign up early to avoid disappointment. Early registration Oct. 1-Nov. 15 Discounted prices in effect Regular registration Nov. 15-Dec. 15 Regular prices in effect Late Registration After Dec. 15 Late fee applies Registrations will be processed based on availability 3 Important: - Alpine reserves the right to cancel programs with insufficient registration. - All registrations are processed on a first-come-first-served basis. - To maintain a safe environment in all programs, a waiting list will be implemented once a program is full. - Enrolment is not guaranteed unless the Club receives the registration prior to November 15. - Registrations must be received by Alpine on or before November 15 for the discounted rate to apply. - All programs will be available for online registration October 1. - A 20% administrative fee will be charged to non-members participating in camp programs. - HST is not included in program prices and will be charged where applicable. PAYMENT OPTIONS Payment by credit card for online registrations is not available. All members must set up their charging privileges prior to registering online. Register online by logging in to alpineskiclub.com where you will find Program Registration under <My Programs> in the pull-down menu under your name. Follow the simple on-screen directions. CANCELLATION POLICY If a participant withdraws from any skiing, racing or snowboarding program prior to the cancellation deadline, an administrative fee of $50.00 per participant will be applied. A $25.00 fee will be charged for changing or adjusting programs unless advised by supervisors. Cancellation after the deadline will be charged 30% of the program price. The cancellation deadlines are: Christmas camp: Dec. 23, 2016 9- & 10-week programs: Dec. 27, 2016 New Year’s camp: Dec. 27, 2016 All programs will run if there is a lift operating. Refund requests after programs have begun (for any reason) must be submitted in writing to the board for approval. The Club waiver issued as part of the membership dues package covers programs and a signed waiver is a prerequisite to registration. 4 PRIVATE LESSONS All ages and abilities welcome! Tickets must be purchased in the Programs & Events office located on the entrance level of the clubhouse opposite the Athletes’ Room. LESSON TIMES 9:30, 10:30, and 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 p.m. BOOKING POLICIES Lessons may be scheduled only on the day required. Lesson assignment is subject to instructor availability as program staffing has first priority. Lessons will be assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. All private lessons must be confirmed and purchased in person at the programs office no later than 30 minutes prior to the pre-arranged time or the booking will be forfeited in favour of the next person. PRICES Private (one hour): $70.00 Book of four prepaid private lessons: $238.00 Semi-private (one hour): $54.00 per person Book of four prepaid semi-private lessons: $194.50 Ages 3-5: Private Snowboard Lessons For children who are new to the sport. Private: $70.00/hour. Price includes the use of a Burton Riglet snowboard. Boots not included. Ski or snowboard boots are recommended. 5 JUNIOR PROGRAMS 6 Junior Programs Recreational Skiing CAMPS Christmas Camp New Year’s Camp March Break Camp SEASON PROGRAMS Kids’ Club Slopeside – 3-5 yrs Mini Mountaineers – 3-5 yrs All-Mountain Adventure – 6-9 yrs All-Mountain Adventure Advanced – 10-14 yrs Combo & Introduction to Competitive Skiing – 6-9 yrs Combo & House League Racing – 10-14 yrs Mixed Boards – 6-14 yrs CAMPS All camps run 9:30-11:30 and 12:30-2:30 unless otherwise specified. CHRISTMAS CAMPS – 5 days NEW YEAR’S CAMPS – 4 days Dec. 27-31 Jan. 2-5 Program descriptions are the same for both. Register separately for each camp. 3-5 KIDS’ CLUB SLOPESIDE Kids learn to slide and turn at Square One. Beginners only. Meet at the top of the magic carpet. Time: 9:30-11:30. Christmas camp price: $157.50; after Nov. 15: $188.00; after Dec. 15: $205.00 New Year’s camp price: $126.00; after Nov. 15: $151.00; after Dec. 15: $163.00 3-5 MINI MOUNTAINEERS For kids who can ski and are able to ride a chairlift with some assistance. This program develops skiing mobility with fun-filled activities. Meet at the base of the Arrowhead chair. Christmas camp price: $252.00; after Nov. 15: $302.00; after Dec. 15: $327.00 New Year’s camp price: $201.00; after Nov. 15: $241.00; after Dec. 15: $261.00 7 Junior Programs 6-14 COMBO A blend of ski improvement in varying terrain and skill-enhancing activities. Meet on snow in front of the terrace. Christmas camp price: $245.00; after Nov. 15: $294.00; after Dec. 15: $318.50 New Year’s camp price: $196.00; after Nov. 15: $235.00; after Dec. 15: $255.00 MARCH BREAK CAMPS March 12-16 3-5 KIDS’ CLUB SLOPESIDE 5 days Kids learn to slide and turn at Square One. Beginners only. Meet at the top of the Magic carpet. Time: 9:30-11:30. Price: $157.50; after Nov. 15: $188.00; after Dec. 15: $205.00 3-14 KIDS UNLIMITED COMBO 5 days A fun camp environment. Kids must be able to ride the chairlift with some assistance. Meet at the base of the Arrowhead chair. Price: $245.00; after Nov. 15: $294.00; after Dec. 15: $318.50 SEASON PROGRAMS All programs run for 9 weeks from Saturday, January 6 to Sunday, March 4. Choose a time option where applicable. 3-5 KIDS’ CLUB SLOPESIDE Kids are introduced to sliding, turning and stopping while skiing at Slopeside. Beginners only. Note: Participants must be toilet trained. Ratio: 3:1. Square One only. Meet at the top of the magic carpet. Sign up for four-week sessions in January, followed by a five-week option for February. Morning