CYPRESS SKI CLUB – U8/U10
UNDER 8/UNDER 10 ALPINE SKIERS
Inspiring Skiers for Life
Under 8/Under 10
This is the stage when children will learn skier’s essentials. The key focus is to learn how to move,developing overall movement skills for all sports. Critical windows of trainability at this age group include general athletic development, speed of movement, agility and coordination. This program helps to develop speed control and skier confidence on a variety of terrain.
Children entering this program need to have skiing abilities to comfortably ski a green run and safely ski a blue run. They also must be able to load the chairlift and go to the washroom by themselves.
They are grouped according to skill level and age on the first day. Adjustments to the groups are done throughout the season to acknowledge skills improvements.
Children are thus kept challenged and motivated. This age group participates in events that focus on skills rather than actual racing. Three or four events are scheduled during the season, and participation isoptional.
By the end of the season, children should have developed self-confidence, confidence to ski fast, and confidence in skiing all terrain. Positive reinforcement and thinking are fundamental tools to help children achieve success. Twice during the season, in mid-February and April, progress reports will be issued, based on a standardized assessment tool that is implemented by all coaches working at CypressSki Club.
Years of Birth
for Season 2021-2022
2015-2014-2013-2012
Program Info
- Runs every Saturday, Sunday and Thursday evenings.
- U8/U10: runs Thursday evenings and one weekend day. Skier has to choose the weekend day attending for the season.
- U8/U10 Plus: runs Thursday evenings and weekends.
- Training time is from 9AM to 3:00 PM during weekends, and 5:30 to 8 PM during weekdays.
Summer & Fall Dryland Training
While the on-hill season begins when snow falls, the dryland training season begins in July! Our optional summer and fall dryland sessions help prepare athletes for the season and they are included in the cost of the program! Details will be announced on our website. In July, hiking days are programmed on the weekends, tipically on Saturdays. Fall sessions begin again in September through November.
Duration
U8/U10 starts on Saturday January 8th and Sunday January 9th, 2022.
U8/U10 Plus starts on Saturday January 8th, 2022
Both programs end on the second weekend of April, depending on snow conditions.
Training Camps
A 3 day Christmas Camp is offered at an additional cost. A Spring camp during the second week of the Spring break is offered, at an additional cost. Details TBA.
Program Cost
U8/U10
TBA
U8/U10 PLUS
TBA
Additional Fees
Each athlete must pay BC Alpine insurance. The BC Alpine insurance is paid at the time of Family Membership registration and is added onto the amount
All families must also have a Family Membership
Season passes and lift passes are NOT included. Members are eligible for club discounts for season passes.