Mount Southington

Intro to Alpine Ski Racing - ages 6-16

You’re not on the bunny hill anymore.

Ready to discover the excitement of ski racing? Intro to Alpine Ski Racing is an 8-week program for intermediate skiers who want to experience the competitive side of the sport while building strong technical skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Participants train with experienced race coaches each week, combining technical drills with gate training to improve carving, balance, edging, and overall skiing technique. Every athlete also has the opportunity to compete in two races, giving them a true introduction to alpine racing.

Whether your goal is to race or simply become a stronger skier, this program builds confidence, discipline, and skills that last a lifetime.

SATURDAYS or SUNDAYS 10:00AM - 1:00PM

	Day	Date
Program Dates	Saturday	Dec 26, Jan 1, 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13 2027
	Sunday	Dec 27, Jan 2, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14 2027
Race Dates (come out and cheer on your racer)!	Saturday	RACE 1 - Jan 16 / RACE 2 - Feb 13
	Sunday	RACE 1 - Jan 17 / RACE 2 - Feb 14

2026-2027 Season Pricing

		PRICE
Program Fee (equipment not included)		$1200
For Season Pass Holders		$970

Many families have chosen our Kids Seasonal Rentals for this program instead of Daily Rentals.
Sign up without rentals and purchase a Kids Seasonal Rental from the page linked above to take them home for the season!

Program Highlights

-Ages 6–16

-8-week program

-Saturday or Sunday mornings

-10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

-Weekly gate training and technical drills

-Compete in two races

-Daily lift ticket included with each session

-Assessment for advancement into the Mount Southington Alpine Race Team

Is This Program Right for You?

-Intro to Alpine Ski Racing is not a beginner program.

Participants must be able to:

-Ski Thunderbolt Trail confidently

-Load, ride, and unload the chairlift independently

-Ski comfortably on intermediate terrain

This program is ideal for skiers who want to explore ski racing while improving their technique and determining if competitive racing is the right next step.

Before You Arrive

-Helmets are required.

-Racing skis and race suits are not required.

-There are no make-up sessions for individual absences. If Mount Southington closes due to weather or conditions, a make-up session will be scheduled.

At the conclusion of the program, coaches provide an assessment of each participant’s readiness to advance to the Mount Southington Alpine Race Team.

If the child is not at the level required, they will not be able to participate in the program, and the registration cost will be returned on a gift card.

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Race Schedule Hotline: For up-to-date race schedule information or changes please call our recorded hotline at 860-628-0954 x243

INSTRUCTORS

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