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 in the Downhill - Primary program at age 5, then transition into the Snowboard - Junior program at age 10. Athletes start by 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.

primary

The Downhill - Primary program is an entry level program that focuses on phases 1-2 of the US Ski & Snowboard Alpine Training System. Our elementary teams have 51 on-snow days with an emphasis on mileage and adventure while acquiring basic skills through games and drills. Athletes on elementary teams have fun skiing all over the mountain with positive coaching and enthusiastic support.

Junior

The Snowboard - Junior program is an advanced program focused on phases 2-3 of the US Ski & Snowboard Freeski Training System. We have 2-3 days of training per week and 5 days per week (expanded) teams available for the junior program, with 65 to 93 on-snow days. Junior athletes may also participate in the Winter program, which offers 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.

Senior

The Snowboard - Senior program is an advanced program focused on phases 3-4 of the US Ski & Snowboard Freeski Training System. We have 2-3 days of training per week and 5 days per week (expanded) teams available for the senior program, with 65 to 93 on-snow days. Senior athletes may also participate in the Winter or Full Year program, which offers 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.