Base camp program guide

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1 Base camp program guide ASPEN VALLEY SKI & SNOWBOARD CLUB

2 First steps, AVSC style.

3 Dear AVSC families, I am thrilled to share our Base Camp program guide; a sign that winter is on its way! Since the close of last season, the AVSC staff has been hard at work reimagining our programs and ensuring that we are providing the best experience possible to all athletes, whether they are clicking into skis or a snowboard for the first time or vying for an Olympic roster spot. Please note that the programs listed in this guide are largely our recreational Base Camp offerings. We ve included a small sampling of our introductory level TEAM programs in the back of this guide as well. We look forward to seeing many new faces in our Base Camp programs and welcoming back even more returning skiers and snowboarders for another fun season. Our commitment to awarding scholarships in order to honor our mission of giving every child in the Roaring Fork Valley access to the mountains is stronger than ever; it is our hope that anyone who grows up in this incredible community is able to experience and enjoy the mountains that we call home! our mission The mission of the Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club is to provide all youth in the greater Roaring Fork Valley the opportunity to excel as athletes and as people through winter sports. When you register for programs, you will notice we have changed our online registration platform. We think you will find this system more userfriendly. Once you have created a user account, you will have the ability to sign forms electronically, create payment plans, and more. It is our hope that this system will streamline communications as well. We are excited that the new system will also allow us to significantly cut down on our paper usage and therefore reduce our environmental impact. The season was my first as Executive Director of Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club. When my family and I moved to Aspen last summer, I knew that this community and Club were special. One year later, I am reminded daily of the unique heritage, environment, staff, and families that we have at AVSC. I look forward to another great season with all of you. our values Commitment, Teamwork, and Integrity Best, Mark Godomsky AVSC Executive Director thank you to our sponsors METROPOLITAN DISTRICT AVSC WOULD LIKE TO THANK FIVE TREES. THE FIVE TREES LIFT IS A PRIVATE LIFT OWNED BY THE FIVE TREES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT. AVSC, OUR ATHLETES, AND OUR SUPPORTERS WISH TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT USE OF THIS LIFT IS FUNDED IN LARGE PART BY CONTRIBUTIONS FROM FIVE TREES. THANK YOU!

4 Scholarships are available based on need. Athletes applying for scholarship must submit their completed registration and scholarship application by the early registration deadline (October 20 th, 2017). Scholarship applications can be found online at upon registering. A $100 deposit is required to apply for a scholarship. AVSC Equipment Swap: AVSC is hosting our annual gear swap at Triangle Park in Willits Town Center on October 8 th (11am 3pm). Join us to shop affordable new and used gear from vendors and families valley-wide. Everything from skis and snowboards to helmets and mittens will be on sale! Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) Ski Passes: Athletes must be enrolled as participants in an AVSC program prior to purchasing a pass. Paper pass vouchers are available in the Administrative Offices of AVSC. Bring the voucher and your child to any open ASC ticket office beginning in September to complete your pass purchase. Early bird pricing ($199) on ASC passes ends on November 10, Free Chaperoned Bus Service: Registered SnoWarriors and SnoCru participants may ride a bus for free to Snowmass or Buttermilk. Fill out a bus registration form or call Base Camp Director Trish Shepard at before November 10 th to reserve a spot. Buses fill up quickly, so don t delay! Pickup locations include: Career Center in Glenwood Springs, Crystal River Elementary in Carbondale, El Jebowl in El Jebel, and Basalt Middle School. Special Needs: AVSC welcomes special needs children. Parents are encouraged to discuss their children s needs with Base Camp Program Director, Trish Shepard ( ) prior to enrolling. We partner with Ascendigo ( Contact for more details. Aspen Skiing Company Employee Discount: Do you work for Aspen Skiing Company? If so, your children can join an AVSC program for a discounted rate. Are you also a pro teaching an AVSC program? You are eligible for an additional discount. Contact Trish ( ) or sign up online at Only ASC verified employees will qualify. Deposits: A $100 deposit will be required at registration for all participants applying for a scholarship or requesting a payment plan. Fee Payment/Payment plans: Base Camp program fees are to be paid in full prior to the first day of training or a payment plan must be established. Payment plan installments will begin the first month following registration or after a scholarship is awarded and end on March 1. Any deposits made will be applied against your balance due and the installments will be spread equally through March 1. A $50.00 processing fee will be applied to all payment plans. Declined Payments: A $25 fee will be assessed for any payment transaction which is declined. Your child s participation may be suspended unless payment arrangements are made within seven (7) days. Refund Policy: 100% Refunds are permitted prior to the program start date. Once a program begins, refunds are only available for documented medical reasons or family re-location. Refunds are determined by the following: Prior to Jan 1-50%, Between Jan 1 and Feb 1-25%, After Feb 1 - No Refund. Any season pass discounted through enrollment in AVSC will be voided upon withdrawal. Participation: AVSC reserves the right to suspend or expel athletes who do not follow the AVSC athlete code of conduct, who cause disruptions or who create an atmosphere that is not conducive to learning. Program fees will not be refunded and any outstanding payments will be the responsibility of the family. Staff Contact Information: Trish Shepard, Base Camp Director: tshepard@teamavsc.org / Office Location: 300 AVSC Drive, Aspen CO registration dates & deadlines SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: October 20 th at 5pm EARLY SEASON PRICING: November 10 th and before REGULAR SEASON PRICING: November 11 th and after To register, visit and click register! Early season pricing reflects a 10% discount off of regular season pricing.

5 AVSC believes that winter sports should be open to all children in the Roaring Fork Valley, and it s our mission to make that happen. We offer need-based scholarships for all AVSC programs except Aspenauts, Powder Pandas, Bighorns, SnoBandits, and Cross Over. No pre-school or kindergarten-aged kids are eligible for scholarships. Our 2017 scholarship deadline is October 20 th, You will need to submit your completed registration and scholarship application, complete with a $100 deposit, by this date to be considered for a scholarship. We don t work alone. They say it takes a village to raise a child, but when it comes to giving 2,300 local children access to winter sports programming and providing over $1M in scholarships and subsidies, it truly takes a valley. AVSC is able to subsidize our programs thanks to the support of our generous donors and sponsors, who share our drive to make skiing and snowboarding affordable to all children in the Roaring Fork Valley. If you are interested in learning more about the many ways you can support AVSC, please contact AVSC s Development Director, Miah Wheeler (mwheeler@teamavsc.org / ). IT S MORE THAN A SKI CLUB IT S A BUILDING BLOCK FOR YOUNG LIVES. ANDY MILL, OLYMPIAN AVSC hosts a few in-person registration nights throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. All registration nights are held in advance of our early season pricing deadline, which is November 10 th for the season. All registration nights are open to the public from 5:00pm 7:00pm. Spanish translators are available these evenings. Register for Base Camp at the following Registration Nights: Basalt: Tuesday October 10 th ; Basalt Middle School Carbondale: Thursday October 12 th ; Roaring Fork High School QUESTIONS? CONTACT TRISH SHEPARD BASE CAMP DIRECTOR TSHEPARD@TEAMAVSC.ORG

6 early season: snobandits 3 days skiing (age ) or snowboarding (grade 1-4) at snowmass Get a jump on the season with this 3-Saturday session and then move to SnoWarriors, Aspenauts, or Powder Pandas to continue the learning! Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. $12 lunch at Treehouse not included. No scholarships available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Dates & time: December 2, 9, 16; 9:30am - 3:00pm Place: The Treehouse at Snowmass Program Fee: $310 Registration closes November 11 th Powder pandas 6 days skiing at buttermilk (age kindergarten) Pandas learn to ski in dedicated learning areas under the guidance of specially trained pros. Children must have been born before August 1, 2014 and be potty-trained. Limited to 175 participants, no waitlist, not open to first graders. No scholarships are available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Dates & time: February 3, 10, 11, 24; March 3, 10; 9:30am 3:00pm (Note: Feb 11 is a Sunday) Place: Buttermilk Program Fee: $515 on or before November 10 th ; $575 on or after November 11 th aspenauts 7 days skiing at snowmass (age kindergarten) Aspenauts learn to ski in dedicated learning areas under the guidance of specially trained pros. Children must have been born before July 1, 2014 and be potty-trained. No scholarships are available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Limited to 280 participants; no first graders. Dates & time: January 6 th February 24 th ; 9:30am 2:30pm Place: The Treehouse at Snowmass Program Fee: $615 on or before November 10 th ; $685 on or after November 11 th bighorns 8 days skiing at highlands (kindergarten & first grade) Geared towards Level 6 skiers or higher who can handle poles, hockey stop, and make parallel turns on challenging blue runs. No scholarships available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Limited to 35 participants. Dates & time: January 6 th March 3 rd ; 9:30am 2:45pm Place: Aspen Highlands Base Program Fee: $675 on or before November 10 th ; $750 on or after November 11 th snowarriors 6 days skiing or snowboarding at buttermilk (grades 1-6) For kids of all levels who want to learn and develop skiing or snowboarding skills. Led by great professional instructors in a fun, recreational group environent. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: February 3, 10, 11, 24; March 3, 10; 9:30am 3:00 pm (Note: Feb 11 is a Sunday) Place: Buttermilk Program Fee: $515 on or before November 10 th ; $575 on or after November 11 th snowarriors 8 days skiing or snowboarding at snowmass (grades 1-6) For kids of all Levels 3 and up to improve and develop skiing or snowboarding skills led by great professional instructors in a fun, recreational group environment. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: January 6 th March 3 rd ; 9:30am 3:00 pm Place: Snowmass Two Creeks Program Fee: $645 on or before November 10 th ; $720 on or after November 11 th Note: No beginners. Level 1 & 2 must go to Buttermilk. QUESTIONS? CONTACT TRISH SHEPARD BASE CAMP DIRECTOR TSHEPARD@TEAMAVSC.ORG

7 snowarriors 8 days skiing at highlands (grades 2-6) For Level 5 and up skiers who want to really advance their skills with great professional instructors in a fun, recreational group environment. Must be able to hockey stop and ski comfortably on blue runs. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: January 6 th March 3 rd ; 9:30am - 3:00pm Place: Highlands AVSC Clubhouse Program Fee: $645 on or before November 10 th ; $720 on or after November 11 th ridgerunners 12 days skiing at highlands + aspen (grades 1-8) Skiers (Level 6 and higher) learn to tackle a Giant Slalom race, obstacle course, moguls, and a day in the Buttermilk Park with AVSC Freestyle coaches. RidgeRunners become well-rounded skiers who can ski anywhere. This program allows athletes to experience competition and is a stepping stone to our TEAM programs. Lift pass not included in price. Dates & time: January 6, 7, 13, 20, 27, 28; February 3, 10, 11, 24; March 3, 4; 9:15am - 3:00pm Skiers meet at the AVSC Clubhouse (Highlands) on Saturdays and at the base of Lift 1A (Aspen Mountain) on Sundays Place: Highlands AVSC Clubhouse / Aspen Mountain Lift 1A Program Fee $925 on or before November 10 th ; $1,030 on or after November 11 th snocru 8 days skiing or snowboarding at snowmass (grades 7-12) Open to pre-teens and teens of all ability levels, both skiing and snowboarding. Our pros will challenge athletes to hone skills while exploring new terrain. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: January 6 th March 3 rd ; 9:30am - 3:00pm Place: Snowmass Two Creeks Program Fee $645 on or before November 10 th ; $720 on or after November 11 th snocru 8 days skiing at highlands (grades 7-12) Open to pre-teens and teens who are level 5 or higher skiers. Our pros will challenge athletes to hone skills while exploring new terrain. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: January 6 th March 3 rd ; 9:30am - 3:00pm Place: Highlands AVSC Clubhouse Program Fee $645 on or before November 10 th ; $720 on or after November 11 th crossover snowboard 3 days snowboarding at buttermilk (grades 1-12; never evers only) This is a three-sunday program for skiers who have never snowboarded and want to give it a try! Never evers only. No scholarships are available for this program. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. Dates & time: Sundays February 25 th ; March 4 th & 11 th ; 9:30am - 3:00pm Place: Buttermilk Program Fee $245 on or before November 10 th ; $275 on or after November 11 th QUESTIONS? CONTACT TRISH SHEPARD BASE CAMP DIRECTOR TSHEPARD@TEAMAVSC.ORG

8 about nordic base camp Nordic Base Camp Programs are fun, learn-to-ski programs geared towards children ages 5-13 interested in nordic skiing. The emphasis will be on fostering a love for the sport and enjoying winter in the Roaring Fork Valley. Children will develop basic motor skills invaluable to their future athletic involvement. Skills such as coordination, agility, and balance will be taught through a variety of games and activities. As children progress through the Base Camp programs they will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, fair play, and other essential habits common among successful adolescents. Participants will be coached by an experienced staff that is dedicated to the safety and success of its participants. Scholarships are available for these programs. All athletes for all programs must have warm clothes, a water bottle and holder at every practice. Base Camp jackets will be available to order at our Nordic Fit Night (September 25th, 5-7:30pm at AVSC), which is also your best opportunity to purchase and/or rent affordable high quality gear. Athletes participating in One Day Base Camp programs must own or rent one pair of classic skis (waxless or waxable), one pair of boots, and one pair of poles. Two Day Base Camp participants must own or rent one pair of waxable classic skis, classic poles, skate skis, skate poles, and combi boots (OR classic and skate boots). nordic Base camp - aspen one day monday (ages 5-9; u8-u10) This program meets once a week (Monday afternoons) in Aspen. Dates & time: Mondays, November 27 th - March 18 th ; 3:30pm - 5:00 pm Program Fee: $335 on or before November 10 th ; $375 after November 11th one day wednesday (ages 5-9; u8-u10) This program meets once a week (Wednesday afternoons) in Aspen. Dates & time: Wednesdays, November 29 th - March 18 th ; 2:30pm - 4:00 pm Program Fee: $335 on or before November 10 th ; $375 after November 11th two day monday + wednesday (ages 8-11; u10-u12) This program meets twice a week (Monday and Wednesday afternoons) in Aspen. Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, November 27 th - March 18 th ; 3:30 5:00 pm Program Fee: $565 on or before November 10 th ; $630 after November 11th nordic base camp carbondale (spring gulch) one day monday (ages 5-9; u8-u10) This program meets once a week (Monday afternoons) in Carbondale. Dates & time: Mondays, November 27 th - March 18 th ; 4:00pm - 5:30 pm Program Fee: $275 on or before November 10 th ; $310 after November 11th one day wednesday (ages 5-9; u8-u10) This program meets once a week (Wednesday afternoons) in Carbondale. Dates & time: Wednesdays, November 29 th - March 18 th ; 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Program Fee: $275 on or before November 10 th ; $310 after November 11th two day monday + wednesday (ages 8-11; u10-u12) This program meets twice a week (Monday and Wednesday afternoons) in Carbondale. Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, November 27 th - March 18 th ; 4:00 5:30 pm Program Fee: $450 on or before November 10 th ; $500 after November 11th QUESTIONS? CONTACT AUGUST TEAGUE NORDIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR ATEAGUE@TEAMAVSC.ORG

9 athlete progression through avsc programs Base Camp provides the right amount of skiing and snowboarding to have fun, challenge, and learn while meeting new friends and experiencing Aspen Snowmass incredible four mountains. Some athletes continue in Base Camp programs through high school while others decide to continue with the sport by enrolling in AVSC s TEAM (competitive) programs. Below is a typical athlete progression from Base Camp to our TEAM programs, where athletes can compete and travel within their discipline of choice. Check out the next few pages for a sample of introductory team programs, and contact a Program Director to learn more! BASE CAMP pre-devo TEAM PROGRAMS ALPINE SKI RACING FREESTYLE SKIING NORDIC SKIING SNOWBOARDING

10 how do I choose a team program? We have a variety of programs ranging in time commitment, skill level, and age for each TEAM discipline (Alpine Skiing, Freestyle Skiing, Nordic Skiing, and Snowboarding). Here is a small sampling of the introductory programs for each discipline. Learn more by visiting our website ( or by contacting one of the program directors (their contact information is listed on the bottom of each page). downhill skiing: PRE-DEVO (both alpine & freestyle) This program is a bridge between Base Camp and our Alpine or Freestyle programs. It teaches mountain safety, all mountain skiing, basic freestyle fundamentals, and an introduction to racing - a well-rounded experience for young skiers. Skiers are encouraged to enter 2-3 fun-focused local competitions at no additional cost. On-snow training dates: Dec. 3, 9, 16, 17; Jan. 6, 7, 13, 20, 21; Feb. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 24, 25; March 3, 4 (18 days) Program Fee $1,250 until September 28 th ; $1,390 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $100 alpine ski racing: U10 (age 8 +9; birth years ) This program focuses on all-around skill building through skiing moguls, powder, and steeps in addition to training Slalom and Giant Slalom and doing race-specific drills. U10s must be a level 7 skier or higher and able to ride the lift by themselves. 2-DAY (WEEKEND): On-snow training December 2 nd March 25 th ; primarily weekends (35 days) Program Fee $2,275 until September 28 th ; $2,530 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $295 3-DAY Dryland training: Tues., Weds., Thurs. after school November 1 st 29 th (no training Thanksgiving week) On-snow training December 2 nd March 25 th ; primarily weekends + Wednesdays after school (50 days) Program Fee: $2,800 until September 28 th ; $3,115 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $295 freestyle skiing: U10 (age 7-9) Get started with an introduction to all elements of freestyle big mountain, moguls, terrain parks and halfpipe. Athletes will participate in lots of all-mountain directed freeskiing, learn about mountain safety, and develop foundational skills for moguls, halfpipe, jump, rail, progressions, and more! Athletes will have the opportunity to compete in intra-club competitions (at no cost), and may have the opportunity (based on skill level) to compete in USSA, USASA, and IFSA competitions. 2-DAY (WEEKEND): On-snow training December 2 nd March 18 th ; primarily weekends (35 days) Program Fee $2,275 until September 28 th ; $2,530 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $295 3-DAY: Dryland training: Mon., Weds., Sun. October 23 rd November 20 th (in Aspen and Basalt) On-snow training December 2 nd March 21 st ; weekends + Wednesday after school (50 days) Program Fee: $2,800 until September 28 th ; $3,115 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $295 QUESTIONS? CONTACT ALICE BLACK (ALPINE) OR ERIC KNIGHT (FREESTYLE) ABLACK@TEAMAVSC.ORG EKNIGHT@TEAMAVSC.ORG

11 Nordic skiing: DEVO ASPEN (u14 & u12; born ) Based out of Aspen (AVSC Clubhouse & Aspen High School Trails), this program bridges Base Camp and the competitive teams. It is designed for athletes of all ability levels. Skiers will continue to focus on fundamentals and fun, and will be introduced to racing and goal-setting practices. Dryland & on-snow training: Mon., Weds., Fri. November 13 th March 18 th (plus some weekends). Program Fee $1,400 until September 28 th ; $1,560 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $200 DEVO SPRING GULCH (u14 & u12; born ) Based out of Carbondale (Spring Gulch Trails), this program bridges Base Camp and the competitive teams. It is designed for athletes of all ability levels. Skiers will continue to focus on fundamentals and fun, and will be introduced to racing and goal-setting practices. Dryland & on-snow training: Mon., Weds., Fri. November 13 th March 18 th (plus some weekends). Program Fee $1,400 until September 28 th ; $1,560 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $200 Snowboarding: PRE-DEVO ( 1 st grade 10 years old) Pre-Devo focuses on basic foundational skills, mountain safety, team building, and an introduction to all disciplines of snowboarding (halfpipe, slopestyle, boardercross, and racing) under the supervision of AVSC s professional coaches. Throughout the season, athletes will participate in 2-3 fun-focused competitions. On-snow training dates: Dec 3, 9, 16, 17; Jan. 6, 7, 13, 20, 21; Feb. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 24, 25; March 3, 4 (18 days) Program Fee $1,250 until September 28 th ; $1,390 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $100 devo 1 ( age 8-12) Experience more riding in a team environment with this program. Devo 1 emphasizes fundamental riding skills, mountain awareness, and positive team spirit. Learn free-riding, basic racing, boardercross, terrain park and halfpipe skills. Athletes will have the opportunity to complete in all disciplines in local competitions. 2-DAY (WEEKEND): On-snow training December 2 nd March 18 th ; primarily weekends (35 days) Program Fee $2,275 until September 28 th ; $2,530 on or after September 29 th Additional Parent Work Deposit of $295 THE COACHES NOT ONLY TAUGHT ME THE FUNDAMENTALS OF SKIING, BUT, OFF THE HILL, THEY TAUGHT ME HOW TO BE A QUALITY PERSON TO RESPECT EVERYONE AND RESPECT THE MOUNTAINS. Alex ferreira, us ski team member + x - games medalist QUESTIONS? CONTACT AUGUST TEAGUE (NORDIC) OR JASON COOK (SNOWBOARD) ATEAGUE@TEAMAVSC.ORG JCOOK@TEAMAVSC.ORG

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