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NGS PROGRAM (NEXT GENERATION SNOWBOARDERS)  ↑Top↑
Born in 2002-1999
This team is designed to introduce elementary aged athletes to all aspects of snowboarding through directed freeriding. Emphasis is on all-mountain riding, etiquette, sportsmanship & team participation. The team meets Saturdays at the JHMR for a full day of fun. (JHMR Weekend Pass required.)

Program Fee:$400
Training Sessions: January 3rd - March 14th (excluding President's weekend)
On Snow: Saturday, 9:15am-2pm
Ski Passes: JHMR Full Mountain Pass: $440
JHMR Weekend Only Pass: $199
Snow King $129


Snowboard Shredders Team  ↑Top↑
Born in 2001-1999
This team is designed for young snowboarders who demonstrate basic snowboarding skills. Coaches will help athletes explore bumps, trees, powder, halfpipe, and terrain park features with an emphasis on safety, etiquette, proper technique, sportsmanship and team participation. (Snow King and JHMR Weekend Pass required.)

Program Fee:$565
Training Sessions: December 10th - March 21st (excluding President's weekend)
On Snow: Wednesday, 3:30pm-5:30pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Ski Passes: JHMR Full Mountain Pass: $440
JHMR Weekend Only Pass: $199
Snow King $129


Snowboard Devo Team  ↑Top↑
Born in 1998-1996
This team is designed for experienced snowboarders interested in entering the world of competitive riding through local and regional events. Training will focus on halfpipe, terrain park, freeriding and big-mountain skills. The goal of the Devo Team is for athletes to gain comfort, experience, and confidence in a fun, motivated setting. Competition is not mandatory, although encouraged. (Snow King and JHMR Weekend Pass required, JHMR Full Mountain Pass optional.)

Program Fee:$975
Training Sessions: December 6th - March 22nd
On Snow: Wednesday, 3:30pm-5:30pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Sunday 12pm-3pm @ JHMR
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7 days
Ski Passes: JHMR Full Mountain Pass: $440
JHMR Weekend Only Pass: $199
Snow King $129
License (if competing): USASA License: $65 ($75 after November 1st, 2008)
Competition Travel/ Expenses: Based on travel schedule and number of competitions entered
Skill development focus points: Focus on responsible big-mountain & terrain park etiquette, safety, & sportsmanship; proper body positioning & weight distribution while freeriding & in park/pipe; basic trick progression (spinning, grabbing, jibbing); displaying focus, a positive attitude, & good sportsmanship during training & events; improving basic skills to build a bigger "bag of tricks "; starting to look at personal riding styles.


Snowboard Training Team  ↑Top↑
Born 1995-1989
This team is designed for strong snowboarders who wish to explore competition opportunities locally, regionally and/or nationally. Training will focus on halfpipe, terrain park, freeriding and big-mountain skills. The goal is to provide a dedicated training environment for motivated athletes to expand upon existing abilities. Competition is not mandatory, although highly encouraged in order to continually develop skills. Dryland training is available October 14 - November 25. (Snow King and JHMR Weekend Pass required, JHMR Full Mountain Pass optional.)

Program Fee:$1,475
Training Sessions: December 6th - March 22nd
On Snow: Wednesday 3:30pm-5:30pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Sunday, 12pm-3pm @ JHMR
Pre-Season Dryland: October 14th- November 25th
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30pm-5:30pm
Optional Trampoline Training at Jackson Gymnastics (additional fee)
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7-21 days
Ski Passes: JHMR Full Mountain Pass: $440
JHMR Weekend Only Pass: $199
Snow King $129
Licenses (dependent on which events and series competing in): USASA License: $65 ($75 after November 1st, 2008)
USSA License: $120 National Competitor ($145 after October 15th, 2008)
FIS Registration: $75
Competition Travel/ Expenses: Based on travel schedule and number of competitions entered
Skill development focus points: Focus on big-mountain, terrain park & competition etiquette/safety; responsible/realistic decision making; proper body positioning & weight distribution during trick progression; learning to judge speed, take-offs, & landings of different features and pipes; displaying focus, a positive attitude, & good sportsmanship while pushing themselves during training & events; expanding "bag of tricks ", linking multiple tricks, & mixing different tricks with natural & man-made features; focusing on personal riding style & competition game plans.


Additional Training @ JHMR  ↑Top↑
Born 1998-1989
Additional afternoon training sessions are available to all motivated Devo and Training Team snowboarders who intend to compete regularly. The additional training is designed to give dedicated athletes a more committed training schedule. In order to participate, athletes must arrange early release from school and their own transportation to JHMR. Sessions may be in conjunction with Competition Team training. (JHMR Full Mountain Pass required.)

Program Fee:$350
Training Sessions: December 16th-March 17th (in addition to regular on-snow schedule)
On Snow: Tuesdays at JHMR, 2-4 pm


Snowboard Competition Team  ↑Top↑
Born 1995-1989
This team is designed for elite athletes dedicated to pursuing the highest level of amateur and professional competition regionally, nationally, and internationally. This program seeks to maximize the athletes' halfpipe, terrain park and big-mountain skills as well as build discipline, drive, determination, and self-confidence in a highly focused setting. Athletes will need to arrange early release from school in order to participate. Scholastic Counselors will be available on Mondays to monitor GPAs and provide tutoring. Mandatory dryland training sessions October 14 - November 25. All on-snow training at JHMR. (JHMR Full Mountain Pass required, Snow King Pass optional.)

Program Fee:$2,600
Training Sessions: December 6th - April 4th
On Snow: Tuesday - Friday, 2:00pm-4pm @ JHMR
Saturday 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Pre-Season Dryland: October 14th- November 25th
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30pm-5:30pm
Optional Trampoline Training at Jackson Gymnastics (additional fee)
Study Hall: Mandatory Monday Sessions, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7-21 days
Ski Passes: JHMR Full Mountain Pass: $440
Snow King $129
Licenses: USASA License: $65 ($75 after November 1st, 2008)
USSA License: $120 National Competitor ($145 after Oct. 15th, 2008)
FIS Registration: $75
Competition Travel/ Expenses: Based on travel schedule and number of competitions entered
Skill development focus points: Focus on big-mountain, terrain park & competition etiquette/safety; responsible/realistic decision making & "line " choice; Positive team/sponsor representation; proper body positioning & weight distribution during advanced trick progression; learning to judge speed, take-offs, & landings for advanced features & big-mountain lines; learning to stay focused & calm during highly competitive & very technical situations; linking advanced tricks on man-made & natural features; concentrating on style, ability, & consistency; and developing a serious competitive game plan & a marketable image.


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