Snowboard
Our snowboard program combines Freeski and Freeride styles with park riding, boarder cross, bank slaloms, and lots of tricks. Freeride is performed on natural, ungroomed terrain without a set course. The event is about celebrating the natural terrain features on the mountainside in the most elemental format. Riders choose impossible lines through cornices and cliff faces with big jumps and lots of excitement. Freeride athletes look for the bumpy, rowdy freeride terrain that challenges them to be the best athletes they can be. Freeski calls for time in the park using park terrain such as boxes, rails, jibs, and pipes.
Snowboard athletes start learning basic skills at ages 5-9, then begin building skills off piste and in the air with a focus on skills needed to compete on the competitive freeride circuit.
As athletes advance, they learn to hone their air skills while continuing to build their all mountain skills. They learn how to approach more difficult terrain why they continue focusing on fun and adventure. Athletes are highly encouraged to compete in local events. More competitive athletes will also have opportunities to compete on the national and international stage.
Ages 5-9
Our snowboard athletes start with an entry level program that focuses on phases 1-2 of the US Ski & Snowboard Alpine Training System. Our teams have approximately 50 on-snow days with an emphasis on mileage and adventure while acquiring basic skills through games and drills. Athletes have fun riding all over the mountain with positive coaching and enthusiastic support.
Ages 5-9 as of December 31
Ages 10-13
The snowboard program for ages 10-13 is an advanced program focused on phases 2-3 of the US Ski & Snowboard Freeski Training System. We offer both winter and full-year team programs with approximately 65 - 100 on-snow days. We also offer winter and full-year team plus school programs which provide world-class athletics and college preparatory academics on the same mountain. Athletes learn and improve basic air skills and board technique while also learning how to approach difficult terrain and understanding freeride judging criteria. Competition in local TJFS events is highly encouraged. Our coaches promote fun, inclusivity, and adventure in a positive environment where athletes learn what grit, grace, and courage look like off piste.
Ages 10-13 as of December 31
Ages 14-18
The snowboard program for ages 14-18 is an advanced program focused on phases 3-4 of the US Ski & Snowboard Freeski Training System. We offer both winter and full-year team programs with approximately 65 - 100 on-snow days. We also offer winter and full-year team plus school programs which provide world-class athletics and college preparatory academics on the same mountain. Athletes continue to progress to the steepest and most exposed portions of the mountain and are focused on polishing and refining movements with increased attention to precision technique and advanced tactical development. Athletes compete in regional and national events with a goal of making the North American Championships, World Championships, and the Freeride World Tour.
Ages 14-18 as of December 31