Join Team Afton for one of our special training camps. Opportunities listed below. We will have other offerings here throughout the season.
Team Afton Early Colorado - Nov. 5-8, 2020
We're keen to be hosting our 6th season early season project. This is a U14 and older project (younger skiers may apply – but need approval from program director). Requires parent/guardian to attend for lodging purposes.
RSVP for this camp RSVP for CAMP!
MUST RSVP ASAP! Camp is dependent on enrollment (we need a critical mass), thus, we recommend making your plane reservations on Southwest Airlines since their rescheduling policy is the most generous.
Sign up now! All you need to do is get your plane ticket, and figure out your accommodation plan. Return flight should occur NO EARLIER than 5pm on Sunday, November 8th. If you have any questions, contact TonyO (see info below).
For those of you who are in, we're glad you've committed to this project. It shows an understanding that: you can't just hope or wish to ski better - you have to commit to the time and work that will help make it happen. Sounds like work? It’s more fun when you perform better; so, look at it this way: you're working toward having more fun!
Notes on our trip -
Colorado is firing up winter - snow is not far behind in the mountains. A-Basin opens super early as does Keystone and Loveland Ski Area! NEW for 2020, VAIL - aka, Ski & Snowboard Club Vail - are planning for an early start like these other areas. We may in fact plan to ski at Vail on it's NEW Gold Peak expansion. Therefore, it will be important to communicate with TonyO on where we are likely to land - as it relates to where we will headquarter (Lodging).
Still, there may be limited snow depth and space to ski. With that in mind, we will focus on directed free skiing, with attention to balance, edging, and technical mastery of body-positioning and pole use. Be prepared for a dominance of SL and short-medium radius GS turns - so it is advisable to bring SL skis, or a short radius GS. Hopefully, you have a pair from last season which might not hurt as bad if you ding a rock here-and-there. We will likely NOT ski any gates - so, if it were particularly bad conditions, you might consider bringing your twin tips, too.
Coaches -
TonyO and Co. (possibly others as needed)
TonyO: 612-819-0186
Schedule -
- Thursday: TonyO fly into Denver on the afternoon of the 5th. Athletes should arrive before 7 pm- with parent/guardian in tow.
- Friday – Sunday: directed free-ski at A-Basin, Keystone, Loveland; or VAIL
- Sunday: Ski as long as possible before returning to the airport for evening flight. Do not book return flight before 5pm.
Costs -
Coaching costs $499 - covers any coaches travel expenses and coaching fees and coaches ground transportation.
Early Season Colorado Project: REGISTER
Individual costs (estimated/variable) $300+/-. Your lodging needs to be arranged by your family unit; your daily out-of-pocket will include lift tickets and food. Our Epic pass will only work if we ski at Vail Resort properties (Keystone, Breckenridge, possibly Vail). Loveland generally runs about $25-$49 for a racer ticket. We have worked a group rate at A-Basin should we go that route. A-Basin is now IKON. Keystone/Breck are EPIC. Vail may have a special ticket required for the SSCV Expansion - generally $50.
RSVP for this camp RSVP for CAMP! (see above)
MUST RSVP ASAP! Camp is dependent on enrollment (we need a critical mass), thus, we recommend making your plane reservations on Southwest Airlines since their rescheduling policy is the most generous.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE TEAM AFTON MEMBERS and have all signed Liability Release(s) on file.
We are looking forward to it – let’s go skiing!
TonyO
Team Afton Alpine Club
PO BOX 309, Afton, MN 55001
Growing Skiers and Champions for Life
Team Afton – 3 day Thanksgiving Camp
November 27th - 29th, 2020
A three-day race training camp designed to get you ready for the season. This camp is perfect for racers competing in MSDL (ARC), high school or college racing. A mix of training in SL and GS courses along with free ski skill development under the guidance of our experienced coaching team.
Team Afton’s Thanksgiving Camp is included in the cost of Team Afton – Rising Stars and Full US Ski & Snowboard programs. A discount of $30 for Jr and HS Team Afton members applies.
What to Expect
- 3-days of training including work in GS and SL courses (snow conditions permitting). Gates dependent on snow conditions - expect more directed free skiing.
- Working with our Team Afton coaches on skill development.
- A positive, fun environment that will enhance your race skills.
Ages: 7 to 20+
Skill Level: Strong intermediate/Advanced
Disciplines: Ski only
Dates: Nov. 27 - 29
Times: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (subject to scheduling - may include early starts)
Price: $89 REGISTER ($59 for Jr Team Afton and HS Team Afton)
Does NOT Include Lift Ticket and/or Rental Equipment
*Register early as this program fills quickly.
Team Afton - Holiday Camp (Christmas Camp)
Dec 27-31, 2020
A five-day race training camp designed to boost your performance as you head into the main part of your season. This camp is perfect for racers competing in MSDL (ARC), high school or college racing. A mix of training in SL and GS courses and with free ski skill development under the guidance of our experienced coaching team.
Holiday Camp is included in the cost of Team Afton – Rising Stars and US Ski & Snowboard programs.
NEW: JR and HS Team Afton skiers receive a $100 discount (NEW: Jr. Team Afton and H.S. Team Afton are offered the special price of $199 for the 5 day camp)
What to Expect
- 5-days of training including work in GS and SL courses (snow conditions permitting)
- Working with our US Ski & Snowboard coaches on skill development.
- A positive, fun environment that will enhance your race skills.
Ages: 7 to 20+
Skill Level: Strong Intermediate/Advanced
Disciplines: Ski only
Dates: Dec. 27th to 31th.
Times: 9:00a to 3:00p (subject to scheduling - may be early starts)
Price: $299 REGISTER
($199 for Jr & HS Team Afton)
($79 for a single day)
Does NOT Include Lift Ticket and/or Rental Equipment
Register early - Space is limited!
Team Afton Spring Training 2020
February 10th - To End of Season.
Next season starts now at Team Afton. There’s a good chunk of snow-time remaining this season - we have 20+ scheduled practices and some post-season training still to be announced! Are you a High Schooler with designs on next season's triumphs? D-Teamer/ARC'er who wants more training this season? Join us well into March - who knows, maybe April!
Get ready for next season, and maybe even think about racing USSA – yet this season! Talk with Tony Olin – Alpine Program Director (tony.olin@teamafton.com) about options.
Join us for any of our practices (starting Feb 10th – to end of Season) - 4 nights a week, and some Saturdays - through the remainder of the season--which for Team Afton can last until April!
Starting February 10th, our JR/HS Team Afton training option for all ages is just: $200
Register Early. Space is limited to 45 Athletes.
TonyO
Afton Alps Ski Team - Team Afton
PO BOX 309, Afton, MN 55001
Growing Skiers and Champions for Life
