Mad River Glen



0-18097500MAD RIVER GLENSeasonal Program GuideOUR MISSION: To Inspire a Passion for Skiing and for Mad River Glen.CONTACT INFORMATIONDave Knoop - Ski School DirectorDonna Kay Erwin - Children’s Program DirectorRy Young - Freeski Team Program DirectorSara E. Tucker - Ski School AdministratorPHONE: (802) 496-3551 x125EMAIL: skischool@MAIL: MRG P.O. Box 1089 Waitsfield, VT 05673SEASONAL PROGRAM 2018-2019 SCHEDULE & RATES BEFORE 10/15AFTER 10/15SATURDAY OR SUNDAY ONLY (R/R, Chips, Panth)$605$695 FULL-WEEKEND PROGRAM (R/R, Chips, Panth)$1,089$1,251 LUNCH OPTION ONE DAY (R/R, Chips, Panth ONLY)………$120 (10% off for 2-days)…..….DEVELOPMENT & FREESKI ONE DAY$605$695DEVELOPMENT & FREESKI TWO DAY$995$1,095FREESKI COMPETITION TEAM*$1,295*$1,395**FREESKI COMPETITION TEAM requires additional fees to be paid. See website for details.SCHEDULED SEASON: Saturday, December 29, 2018 to Sunday, March 17, 2019REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO PARTICIPATION: Seasonal Program Registration Seasonal Program Liability Waiver Seasonal Program Fee Seasonal Lunch Program Fee (if applicable)Seasonal Program Fee must be received before October 15th in order to receive the Pre-Season Discount.Seasonal Program Fee & forms must be received prior to student participation in the program.NOT Included in Program Fee: Lift tickets or Season Passes (required)While we make every effort to ensure weekly on-mountain instruction, there are no make-up days when Mother Nature forces a rare cancellation. There is the potential for 12 weekends of lessons. If only half of those classes are used, the program is still 50% off the daily rate; a Value we are truly proud of.Program Fees cover weekend instruction. Holiday weekdays and additional days for enrolled students can be purchased at 25% off the daily group rate. Reservations are necessary for non-weekend lessons.In an effort to promote safer skiing practices, we recommend that all students wear helmets.SEASONAL PROGRAM GROUP OPTIONSROCKIN’ ROBINS: This program is for students aged 4 TO 12 YEARS OLD who have never skied before, or need a refresher on fundamental skills. This program has a small instructor/student ratio (usually 1:4) so your child can get the attention they need to be “mountain ready” as quickly as possible. We do not take students up the mountain until they can turn and stop on their own. MEET: Rockin’ Robin groups will meet their coach in the Ski School lunch room in the Basebox. Skis should left outside by the door.CHIPMUNKS: This program is for students aged 4 TO 6 YEARS OLD who can ride the Sunnyside Double Lift. There are several levels of Chipmunks based on the terrain they feel most comfortable. We focus on safety, fun, adventure, skill development and group dynamics. This program has a comfortable instructor/student ratio (usually 1:8). Lift Riding: Children under 7 years old will be paired with an adult or other competent and capable skier. MEET: Chipmunk groups will be greeted by your instructor at the Ski School Meeting Place sign located next to the base of the Sunnyside Double Chair.PANTHERS: This program is for students aged 7 TO 12 YEARS OLD who can ride the Sunnyside Double Lift. There are several levels of Panthers based on the terrain they are comfortable skiing. We focus on safety, fun, adventure, skill development and group dynamics. This program has a comfortable instructor/student ratio (usually 1:8).MEET: Panther groups will be greeted by your instructor at the Ski School Meeting Place sign located next to the base of the Sunnyside Double Chair.DEVELOPMENT TEAM: This program is for students aged 7 TO 12 YEARS OLD, who are skiing most trails in a relatively dynamic parallel and are comfortable with speed. They will work on mountain skills such as bumps, trees, steeps and carving. Students in this group need to be self-sufficient. Students need to be able to get lunch, go to the bathroom, and be able to find their parent/guardian after lessons independently. They must be able to ride ALL lifts (including the Single Chair) independently. The Development Team is an excellent preparation for the Freeski and Racing Teams. MEET: The Development Team meets near the flag pole in the Base Area.FREESKI TEAM: This program is for students aged 10 TO 18 YEARS OLD who are all-mountain rippers that want to bring their skiing skills to a new level of proficiency. They will work on bumps, jumps, steeps, trees and all snow conditions. They will also work on mental skills such as goal setting, teamwork, concentration, perseverance, and sportsmanship. There will be a girls-only and a boys-only group on Saturdays. Co-ed groups are available both Saturdays and Sundays. Students in this group need to be self-sufficient. Students need to be able to get lunch, go to the bathroom, and be able to find their parent/guardian after lessons independently They must be able to ride ALL lifts (including the Single Chair) independently. In order to be considered for the Freeski Team students need to be skiing in a dynamic parallel on ALL Mad River Glen terrain. MEET: Freeski Team will meet near the side of the Basebox between the flagpole and the deck.FREESKI COMPETITION TEAM: This is for Freeski Team members who desire more intense coaching and are committed to competing in sanctioned events. The Freeski Competition Team starts on opening day (December 15) and runs through the end of the competition season including the North American Championships in early April. The program includes coaching at all competitions. The enrollment cost does not include travel fees, IFSA membership and competition fees. There will be additional charges for overnight events, Mini Camps and Green Mountain Freeski Center. See website for further details and information. MEET: Freeski Team will meet near the side of the Basebox between the flagpole and the deck.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDAILY SCHEDULE: 9:20AM……………….DROP OFF/MEET INSTRUCTOR9:30AM-11:30AM.…...Morning Session11:30AM-12:30PM…...LUNCH12:30PM-2:30PM……..Afternoon Session2:30PM...……………...PICK UPClasses meet, and are dismissed, between the Ski School Meeting Place and Flagpole in our base area (see individual group descriptions for more precise group meeting locations). Parents/guardians should bring their child(ren), ready to ski, to meet their coach at 9:20AM as all programs begin promptly at 9:30AM. .All programs end at 2:30PM. Please pick up your child at their meeting place(s). We will only release children to their parent or guardian, unless prior arrangements have been made with the Ski School.LATE ARRIVALS: Please meet at the Ski School Meeting Place sign by the Sunnyside Double Chair for your class to come after their first run.LUNCH: If your child has NOT signed up to have lunch with the ski school program, please pick them up at their meeting place at 11:30AM and return them, ready to ski, at the same location at 12:30PM.PROPER ATTIRE: Your child should dress for the conditions with multi layers to keep warm & dry: Weather-resistant ski jacket, snow pants, long-underwear, ski socks (no cotton socks), mittens, hand and toe warmers, neck gator. Helmets are highly recommended for safety and warmth. Please make sure your child is prepared for all conditions they may encounter during the season. We reserve the right to keep a child off the slopes if, in our opinion, they are under, or inappropriately, dressed. Some things to keep in mind: Label all of your child’s clothing and accessories, including, helmets, mittens, neck gaiters etc. NO COTTON clothing should ever be worn while skiing, INCLUDING SOCKS. Children must have a neck gaiter or face mask and goggles so that no flesh is exposed on cold days. Remember, mittens are warmer than gloves. Please provide hand/toe warmers for your child on very cold days and as needed.EQUIPMENT: Skis should be properly fitted for the height, weight and ability of your skier. Please be sure to check with a qualified ski shop to discuss your child’s individual needs. Second-hand skis are acceptable, so long as they are in good working order (including bindings) and properly fitted to your child. Children’s bindings should be checked by a qualified ski shop at the beginning of every season to insure proper function and boot/binding compatibility. Please make sure your child’s boots fit properly (snug without pinch points or bunched fabric) and are properly adjusted at the beginning of each ski day.GROUP DYNAMIC: We will divide the program into classes at the start of the season based on an on-snow assessment. Skiers with similar skills and motivational levels will be grouped together. It is common that class make-up will change at the beginning of the season, as children find their ski legs and comfort level. We respectfully ask that parents/guardians NOT ski where they can be seen by their child(ren). Your help getting youngsters up the chairlift cannot be overstated. However, when children can see their parents/guardians during class, the group teaching dynamic can be compromised. We sincerely appreciate your help with this issue.WHEN CHOOSING THE RIGHT GROUP FOR YOUR CHILD, WE CONSIDER…STAMINA: All-day groups ski for four (4) hours. The minimum amount of time our groups ski is for two (2) hours (9:30am-11:30am or 12:30pm-2:30pm). We do incorporate breaks, but keep in mind this can be a long stretch of ski time, especially for the younger skiers. At the beginning of the season, the younger skiers may not be able to endure a full day. We may ask you to pick up your child at/after lunch, if they are FORT: We do our best to have the same children ski together from week to week. In addition, we will assign the same coach to a group for the season. Illness or other conflicts may require a coach change. If your child misses days, they may fall behind. Keep us informed on how your child feels in their group.FIT: We constantly assess your child’s progress. If we feel they have improved enough to “move up,” we will have him/her join the next level group. When thinking about the best group in which your child will fit, be conservative. It is easier to “move up” than to “move down” and a slightly less advanced group can still work on very important fundamentals further strengthening your child’s ability.LIFT-READY: Lift-ready means your child can stop independently and link turns. Our policy is to have all Chipmunks ride with an adult (ski instructor, patrol, or volunteers from the lift line). For Panthers, unless we hear from you that you have concerns about their lift riding ability, we will likely pair them up with another child.We greatly appreciate your participation in our seasonal programs. Our staff is proud of the success of our programs and we are constantly looking for ways to improve. Your feedback is appreciated and greatly encouraged. Please contact me at (802) 496-3551 x125 or skischool@ with any questions or concerns. We look forward to another great of skiing with your child(ren) and thank you for your part in making Mad River Glen the mountain it is.Sincerely,Dave KnoopSki School Director ................
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