Summer 2010 program information coming soon!

NORDIC AND CROSS COUNTRY WINTER PROGRAMS 2009/2010 Season

Junior Flyers

An entry-level program for boys and girls who are relatively new to ski jumping. The program meets for 2 days per week, for a total of 6 hours per week throughout the season. This program is designed for children who are able to put on and carry their own skis and stop unassisted in winter conditions. Basic ski jumping skills will be introduced in a fun atmosphere utilizing the small jumps and ski play areas at the Utah Olympic Park. Competitive experiences are available through the Visa Series and local USSA competitions. Beginning skiers will use their personal alpine equipment before graduating to Nordic gear. Seasoned skiers will use ski jumping equipment, which is provided by the NSF and included in the program fee. A work deposit of $200 is required. A USSA Nordic youth membership is required if you want to compete in USSA events.
Ages 7 – 11

Team Jackets are Required, see Alan Alborn for details.

Flyers

A program for boys and girls that have 1 – 2 years of ski jumping experience. An athlete enrolled in the Flyers program should possess the skills to confidently jump the K10 meter ski jump. The program meets 2 days per week, for a total of 9 hours throughout the winter season. Basic ski jumping skills will be reinforced in a fun atmosphere utilizing the small jumps at the Utah Olympic Park. Competitive experiences are available through the Visa Series and local USSA competitions. Ski jumping equipment is provided by the NSF and included in the program fee. A USSA Nordic youth membership is required if you want to compete in USSA events. Work deposit of $250 is required
Ages 9 – 11

Team Jackets are Required, see Alan Alborn for details.

Junior Devo

A three sessions per week program of ski jumping, Junior Devo is designed for athletes with intermediate skiing skills who wish to challenge themselves in a more competitive based program. Skiers will learn more advanced jumping skills in a fun atmosphere of ski play up to the K64 meter ski jump. Junior Devo is designed for those athletes that are ready to test their skills in a more serious program, progressing to the larger hill sizes (K64). Coach approval is needed for registration into the Junior Devo program. Competitive experiences are available through Visa Series and local USSA competitions. Ski jumping equipment is provided by the NSF and included in the program fee. A USSA Nordic youth membership is required if you want to compete in USSA events. Ages 12 & 13

Team Jackets are Required, see Alan Alborn for details.

Development Team – Ski Jumping
This program is designed to link between the Small Hill program (Flyers and Junior Devo) and the Elite level. This program signifies a commitment to year round training. This program is primarily skill based, with a focus on competing regionally with exposure to some national competitions at the junior level. Skiers are training primarily on the K40/K64 with progression to the K90 and K120 meter jumps. Physical (dry land) training will be introduced. Cross-country training gets more intense, with a focus on proper racing technique and pre-race conditioning. A recommendation by the small hills coaching staff and approval by the Devo coach is required prior to enrollment in this program. A $300 work deposit and a USSA competitor’s license are required. (Please note: uniforms are mandatory for participants; jackets are a must and pants are optional. Jackets are $75, pants are $50.)

Development Team: Ages 13 – 16 or by invitation

Team Jackets are Required, see Alan Alborn for details.

Nordic Combined option for Junior Flyers, Flyers and Junior Devo: Ages 7 – 13

Team Jackets are Required, see Alan Alborn for details.

Elite Ski Jumping

This is the highest level of programming offered by the NSF. This program is designed for the competitive ski jumper that wishes to maximize his/her athletic opportunities. Skiers jump the K64 – K120 meter jumps with emphasis on intense physical training, ski jumping technique and competition. Skiers compete locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. This program requires a complete commitment to a full time, year round training program and compliance to the NSF athlete contract. Due to the training schedule, this program is only available to athletes’ currently in high school or above. Athletes are required to own their own ski jumping equipment. Approval by the coaching staff is required prior to enrollment in this program. A $300 work deposit and a USSA competitor’s membership are required.
Elite: 16 years old or older or by invitation

Punch Pass Athlete

Recreational jumper. No coaching…just a flag (Athletes can only jump on Saturdays) Price includes UOP pass (Athletes must coordinate with head coach Alan Alborn)

Notes

No full refunds
PCNSC under no circumstances will offer full program refunds.