Freestyle/Freeskiing Development B

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1 WINTER 2015/2016 Integrity f Teamwork f Learning f Excellence Freestyle/Freeskiing Development B Program Guide Contents Communications Program Description Program Philosophy Training Opportunities Season Plan November December January February March Code of Conduct Worker Credit Concussion Policy USSA Training System Travel Policy Welcome to the Winter Season Welcome to the Waterville Valley BBTS Freestyle/Freeskiing Development Team. My name is Wes Preston. I am the Freestyle/ Freeskiing Program Director and Head Coach for the Development (Devo) Team. This is a competitive development program for athletes between the ages of 8-14 year-old. It is our program s goal to teach our skiers the skills required to learn the sport and to perform and compete competently. Competitive freestyle skiing demands strong skiing skills and acrobatic competency equal to learning both alpine skiing and gymnastics. It is also our objective to field all of our athletes in competitions and to advance them to the highest level possible. In some cases this culminates in the Olympics or the X-Games. You will receive weekly schedule updates from Amy Bayha. You will receive regular s from me with information about our exciting sport. I look forward to a great winter. See you on the slopes. Worker Credit Sign-up SAVE THE DATE! Program Begins Parent-Coach Info Night Nov 27, 2015 Nov 29, 2015 Dec 5, 2015 Training begins at 12:30pm. Meet outside the BBTS Competition Center at the mountain. Online registration begins for worker credit positions at 8:00pm. At the WV Conference Center 5:00-6:00 pm. 1 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Intro

2 Staffing and Communications WVBBTS boasts one of the top freestyle coaching staffs in the country. All of our coaches are USSA certified and most are dedicated to year-round career coaching, which distinguishes our program from other freestyle/freeskiing teams. Program Directors Wes Preston Freestyle/Freeskiing Program Co-Director Head Development Coach for Freestyle and Freeskiing and Head A Freestyle Coach Wes Preston is a BBTS and WVA Alum and an US Ski Team Alum. He is a USSA level 500 coach, USA Gymnastics Level 2 Trampoline and Gymnastics Coach, has 14 years of experience full time coaching, and 16 years competitive experience. In 2013 Wes won the Freestyle Domestic Coach of the Year, the USSA Development Coach of the Year, and the U.S. Olympic Committee s Freestyle Coach of the Year. Dan Shuffleton Freestyle/Freeskiing Program Co-Director Head A Freeskiing Coach Dan Shuffleton won the USSA Freeskiing Domestic Coach of the Year Award in This award recognized Dan s involvement in freeskiing coaches education, his role in designing our training venues here at Waterville, and the impressive results from our athletes in competition. Dan is a USSA level 4 certified coach, a level 2 USASA certified coach and has spent the last 10 years working with WVA/BBTS. Contacts WVBBTS Club Website: Weekend Phone: (603) Mon Fri Phone: (603) Fax: (603) Address: PO Box 277, Waterville Valley, NH Wes Preston Freestyle/Freeskiing Co-Director, Head Development Coach for Freestyle and Freeskiing, Head A Freestyle Coach Cell Phone: (603) wpreston@wvbbts.org Dan Shuffleton Freestyle/Freeskiing Co-Director, Head A Freeskiing Coach Cell Phone: (603) dshuffleton@wvbbts.org Amy Bayha Freestyle/Freeskiing Development Program Coordinator Cell Phone: (207) abayha@wvbbts.org Administrative Staff Peter Stokloza WVBBTS & WVA CEO/ Executive Director pstokloza@wvbbts.org Ex. 116 Tom Barbeau Director of Athletic Performance & Director of Alpine Program tbarbeau@wvbbts.org Adam Chadbourne Snowsports Director achadbourne@wvbbts.org Ex. 113 Tracy White Director of Advancement twhite@wvbbts.org Lori Tetley Controller ltetley@wvbbts.org Ex. 118 Rosemary Landi Camps Manager rlandi@wvbbts.org Ex. 112 Brenda Warren Office Manager bwarren@wvbbts.org Ex. 111 Tim Maguire Weekend Program & Travel Manager tmaguire@wvbbts.org Competition Center (603) Kelly Brinza Marketing & Communications Assistant kbrinza@wvbbts.org Ex. 119 Carl Anderson Snowsports Event Administrator canderson@wvbbts.org Waterville Valley Academy Staff Robert Sampson Headmaster at WVA rsampson@wvbbts.org Ex. 114 Kimberly Berman Director of Admissions & Dean of Students kberman@gowva.org Ex WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Staffing and Communication

3 Additional Development (Devo) Staff James Campbell (Coach): I have been a competitive slopestyle and half pipe skier since I was 15. I have traveled all over the world to chase this career following the Grand Prix and Dew Tour circuit. James has coached at BBTS for 3 years (summer and winter). James is pursuing a degree at Plymouth State University in Physical Therapy. USSA Level 200 certified coach. Communicating With Us It is important that you communicate any questions or concerns you might have as they come up. Here are the best ways to get your questions answered: Take the time to thoroughly review this manual, the calendar, and the other program guides available on the WVBBTS website. Attend the Parent-Coach Information Night on Saturday, Dec 5 at 5:00pm in the WV Conference Center. This is a time to find out more about freestyle skiing and information on Rob Dresser (Coach): A skier at WV for 19 years the upcoming season. and a mogul skier as a WVA student, I ve also been a Amy is a resource for you. Any questions freestyle/freeski coach for 6 seasons. I also enjoy regarding scheduling, pricing, and events competing in and judging rail jams. USSA Level 200 should be directed to Amy via , phone, certified coach. or in person. Doug Lehman (Coach): As a mogul skier and coach Amy will be in the Clubhouse almost every for many years, I look forward to coaching the Devo weekend to answer questions in person. team athletes as well as the older mogul skiers. Doug Weekly updates will include the weekend hours to find her; generally 8:30-9:30 am and was a competitive mogul skier and he has coached 2:30-3:30pm. for many years, including 5 years with BBTS. Doug also has experience coaching gymnastics. USSA Level If you have questions about your athlete s progress, tell Amy and she will have your child s 200 certified coach. coach and/or Wes get right back to you. Ned Morse (Coach): I have been a WVBBTS coach for 28 seasons and have been a full time ski instructor at WV alongside Peter Weber and was also Head Coach of Harvard Ski Team. I was an NCAA Division I program. USSA Level 200 certified coach. Amy Bayha (Freestyle B Coordinator): The mother of two freeskiers who developed their skills in the BBTS Devo program, I am now the Freestyle/ Freeski B Program Coordinator, here to help athletes, parents, and coaches. 3 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Staffing and Communication

4 Freestyle/Freeskiing Devo B Program Description and General Schedule Athletes, ages 8-14 years old, male and female, compete in the Eastern Qualifier Series ( B Circuit) through USSA Eastern Freestyle. This is an entry-level youth competition circuit that feeds directly into the USSA Pipeline, which includes the Eastern Championship Series, Junior Nationals, US National Championships, World Cups and, eventually, the Olympics. Athletes travel throughout New England to compete in moguls, aerials and slopestyle. Athletes receive points and rankings on the EQS points list and can qualify for the Tri-State Champs, the East Coast Junior Championships(ages 11-15), and the Young Gun Championships(10yrs old and under). Coaches will help parents and athletes determine which events they should attend and will notify parents if they qualify for Championships. Please see the complete B calendar at (under the freestyle link) for exact competition dates. The entire Eastern Freestyle competition list can be viewed at under the Events link. Athletes in the Devo Program are encouraged to train and compete in slopestyle, moguls, and aerials. The separate skills learned in each of the different disciplines will only improve your athlete s skiing skills and competition readiness. Once an athlete is 15 years old, they choose whether to specialize in either moguls, aerials, or slopestyle. Freestyle/Freeski Devo B Program Schedule (also see appendix at the end of this document) Weekends: November 27, 2015 March 26, 2016 Times: 9:00 11:30am, 12:30 3:00pm (Exceptions: 11/27 Training starts at 12:30 pm, there will be training on 1/18/16 ) Holiday Break: December 26, 2015-January 3, 2016 Times: 9:00 11:30am, 12:30 3:00pm (Exceptions: no training Weds. 12/30, 12:30 start on New Year s Day) Mass Vacation: February (no training Wednesday) or NH Vacation: February (no training Wednesday) WVBBTS Home Competitions Listed below, you will see our schedule of competitions at WV hosted by BBTS. We are hosting a range of events this year for all Freestyle and Freeskiing athletes. We will need many volunteers for these events. Even if your athlete isn t participating in a certain competition, please consider volunteering anyway. It is a wonderful way to suppor the club and get to know other parents in our freestyle program. December 20: Preston Cup Open Aerials x2 January 16: NH Open Slopestyle January 17: NH Open Big Air x2 February 20: Rosemary Bowl A Moguls February 21: Rosemary Bowl A Dual Moguls February 27/28: EQS Tri-States Champs 4 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Program Description

5 Freestyle/Freeskiing Program Philosophy Program Goals WVBBTS Freestyle/Freeskiing is a full-spectrum training program designed for young athletes age 8 through 24 who participate and compete in slopestyle, mogul skiing, and/or aerials. We provide a progressive sequence of unique training opportunities that develops technically strong skiers and builds proper acrobatic skills, as well as all-around athletics on skis. We pride ourselves on providing superior coaching and an environment conducive to success. We will uphold our philosophy by: Providing outstanding training venues, including USSA mogul, aerial and big air sites, a lift-serviced park, access to an indoor trampoline facility, and year round bagjump. Offering competition opportunities for participants of all levels at our mountain as well as traveling to regional, national and international competitions. Continuing our strong tradition of developing world-class athletes through individualized training programs and commitment to technical skiing and acrobatic progressions. Maintaining a staff of highly qualified coaches, who will be given the opportunity to further their coaching education seasonally. Building confidence, sportsmanship and self-esteem in both recreational and elite athletes. Ensuring that every child, who has the desire to participate, is given that opportunity. And upholding the principles of the Olympic spirit by promoting a way of life based on the joy found in effort and practicing sport in the spirit of friendship, solidarity, and fair play. About Us Waterville Valley BBTS freestyle/freeskiing programs are a unique opportunity for young people to be involved in the exciting sport of freestyle skiing. This winter, training will take place at Waterville Valley Ski Resort and Waterville Valley Academy. At the ski resort, we build courses in conjunction with Waterville Valley Resort staff for our skiers on many runs: Moguls: Bobby s Run, High Country, Exhibition, Lower Sel s Choice Slopestyle: Exhibition Ski and Snowboard Park and other WV Parks Aerials: Exhibition, Lower Sel s Choice, and Phil s Hill Training Center We look forward to working with each individual athlete. Our qualified coaches and staff will help each athlete set goals for the season and will assess them personally in order to create an individualized training plan. Here at WVBBTS, we are dedicated to supporting all athletes in every way possible so they can maximize their individual potential. Weekend Trampoline Club WVBBTS offers all BBTS skiers additional opportunities in ski acrobatics in the Thomas Barbeau Training Center at Waterville Valley Academy. The fee is $300 per 15 class session. Devo coaches recommend that all of our athletes join trampoline club. Acrobatics are mostly learned on a trampoline before transferring the tricks to snow. This type of training allows athletes to learn each trick as a progression from simple skills up to complex acrobatic maneuvers. Each Session includes 15 one-hour classes. The first day of Trampoline Club is Friday November 27th. The last Day is Thursday, March 24th. See the signup sheet or your confirmation for the class calendar and blackout dates. 5 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Program Philosophy

6 We have split up the Trampoline Club into eight sessions, as listed below: Session 1: Thursdays 4:00 5:00pm Session 2: Fridays 5:00 6:00pm Session 3: Fridays 6:00 7:00pm Session 4: Fridays 7:00 8:00pm Session 5: Saturdays 4:00 5:00pm Session 6: Saturdays 5:00 6:00pm Session 7: Saturdays 6:00 7:00pm Session 8: Sundays 4:00 5:00pm Membership and Event Registration Below is a list of recommended memberships, how to sign up for them and instructions on how to register for EQS events. WVBBTS is part of the USSA member insurance program. ALL BBTS athletes need to become members of USSA even if they do not compete in USSA events. USSA MEMBERSHIPS Competitors U9 & Under 8 yrs. & younger -- $25 Competitor U11 9 & 10 yrs. -- $50 Competitor U13 11 & 12 yrs. -- $75 Competitor U15 & over 13 yrs. & older Required for FIS Registratoion $150 Freestyle Rookie 13 yrs. & older One-season introductory membership for first time Freestyle athletes Coach 13 yrs. & older Periodic background screening required $115 Official 13 yrs. & older Periodic background screening required $60 $80 USSA: All USSA-Sanctioned events require athletes to have an appropriate USSA license. USSA s annual membership year is July 1 through June 30. You can sign up for a Competitor, Rookie or Youth license, depending on your situation. Here is a description of membership options: Competitor: Access to all levels of competition within the USSA Freestyle development pipeline including eligibility to qualify for national and regional events where qualifying is required. Membership also includes access to the USSA Freestyle Ranking List. We HIGHLY recommend that all BBTS athletes sign up for the Freestyle membership. Rookie: Available to first time Freestyle members only. For those 13 years of age and older prior to Dec 31. Access to divisional level competition only. Membership also includes access to the USSA Freestyle Ranking list. Youth: Access to entry-level/non-scored competitions for ages 12 and younger, prior to Dec 31. Go to and click on the Become a Member link under the membership drop down. This year, online registration is available and is highly advisable as membership is immediate. If you need to register by mail, you can also go to the site and download a paper registration form. You will receive an annual renewal by mail after your initial registration. Eastern Freestyle Event Registration: All freestyle event registration for eastern divisional events goes through the Eastern Freestyle Division website, To register for any divisional event, go to their website and click on the registration button next to your chosen event. Follow the 6 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Program Philosophy

7 online registration instructions. Athletes MUST register online even for Waterville Events. EFCC opens up registration to athletes out of our region on the Monday prior to competition. If you do not register online, the event may fill up and your athlete will be unable to participate. The Phil s Hill Bag Jump Training Center The WVBBTS / SEF BagJump is a high-tech innovative tool for freestyle and snowboard athletes to learn and perfect their tricks! It is a 50 x 50 x 12 multi-chambered, airbag apparatus used for absorbing the impact of landings. This allows athletes to train new and difficult tricks before trying them on snow. WVBBTS is the first snow sports program in the East to offer BagJump training. The WVBBTS Phil s Hill Airbag Training Center at Snow s Mountain, located on the campus of Waterville Valley Academy, is a 275 jumping venue that utilizes artificial snow and the WVBBTS BagJump airbag to train athletes year round in conditions of increased safety. For snowboarders and freestyle skiers, learning a new trick in a controlled environment is key! The first of its kind on the East Coast, the year round training venue has two takeoffs to accommodate beginner and advanced athletes as they launch into the air and land safely on the 50 W x 50 L x 12 H airbag. Athletes slide down the exit area of the airbag, get coaching feedback, then hike back up to do it again. The Thomas Barbeau Training Center The Tom Barbeau Training Center is our new facility located at the Snow s Mountain Venue right next to the Phil s Hill BagJump. This new facility is used for Freestyle, Snowboard, and Alpine athletes. The Barbeau Center has two high-action fly bed trampolines for training and hosts Trampoline Club. There is a new tuning station and space with equipment to host our Burdenko training. This is another great opportunity to have year-round training right here in Waterville Valley. 7 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Program Philosophy

8 Training Opportunities and Camps The WVBBTS BagJump and Phil s Hill Airbag Training Center at Snow s Mountain is used by WVBBTS and Waterville Valley Academy athletes year round. A full schedule of training camps will be available for 2016 on the WVBBTS website. For more information or to register, please visit WVBBTS Freestyle/Freeskiing Program Options Mitey Mites: Ages 5 7 Groms: Ages 8 10 Devos: Ages A Combined Team: Ages 15+ Early Step-up Criteria from Devo B to A Combined Must meet the Early Step-up Criteria for either Moguls or Freeskiing A Aerial Team: Ages 15+ A Mogul Team: Ages 15+ Eastern Team, FIS Team Early Step-up Criteria from Devo B to A Moguls Must be at least 13 years old to be eligible Must participate in the 1-month summer program, or weekend summer program. Must master all drills in level 1 & 2 of ski skill testing (Straight Run 1 Ski, Straight Run and Squat Slide-Stop-Slide, Hockey Stop, Slide-Pivot- Slide) Successfully land a 720 in a Slopestyle or Aerial competition. Scored at least 50 points on a Back Layout in an Aerial competition. 2 overall Mogul podiums in competition. 20 push-ups (touch chest to fist of spotter). 1 straight-leg hanging leg lift. Touch toes to bar. 75 trampoline mogul turns in a minute. A Freeskiing Team: Ages 15 + Eastern Team, FIS Team Early Step-up Criteria from Devo B to A Freeskiing Must be at least 14 years old, or in 9th grade to be eligible Must participate in the 1-month, weekend summer program, or full-time summer program. Must master all drills through level 3 in ski skill testing. Scored at least 50 points on a back layout in an Aerial competition. 2 overall Slopestyle podiums. Switch 540 and (qualified) Cork 720 landed in competition Unnatural forward 540 on snow Unnatural switch skiing must be parallel All four 270 out Both natural 450 out All four 270 on Beep Test of level 7 or higher 20 Box Jumps in 30 seconds Vertical leap of 20 inches or higher Minimum Broad Jump of 6 feet All of the above criteria must met in order to transition. Transition before the above criteria is met will be at the sole discretion of the program directors and recommendation of coaching staff. 8 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Training Opportunties

9 Competition Travel When an athlete attends a competition that requires coaches to stay overnight away from WV, the costs associated with the coaches travel is split among the attending competitors. Please refer to the BBTS travel policy at the end of this program guide. This applies for the Sunapee, Sunday River, and Killington competitions, all of which are great fun and great skiing, so definitely worth it! Program Overview A Freeski Rev/FIS Eastern Mitey Mites Groms Devo A Combined Aerials A Moguls FIS Eastern 9 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Training Opportunties

10 2016 Freestyle/Freeskiing Devo Season Plan (subject to change; see weekly s from Amy Bayha) Also see the BBTS Devo Freestyle/Freeskiing Calendar at and easternfreestyle.org for competition schedules and registration NOVEMBER Fri. 11/27/15 Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Free skiing with group. First day of weekend program. Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 11/28/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Rails/Switch Skiing (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Skiing Drills/Moguls (mogul skis) Sun. 11/29/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Rails/Switch Skiing (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Skiing Drills/Moguls (mogul skis) DECEMBER Thurs. 12/3/15 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 12/4/15 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 12/5/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Rails/Switch Skiing (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Skiing Drills/Moguls (mogul skis) Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Parent/Coach Information Night (No Trampoline Club) Sun. 12/6/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Rails/Switch Skiing (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Skiing Drills/Moguls (mogul skis) Thurs. 12/10/15 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 12/11/15 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 12/12/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) 10 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan

11 Sun. 12/13/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) Tues. 12/15/15 All Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Build Volunteers Needed Wed. 12/16/15 All Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Build Volunteers Needed Thurs. 12/17/15 All Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Build Volunteers Needed Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 12/18/15 All Day 10:30 am - 3:00 pm Waterville: Preston Cup Competition - Training Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 12/19/15 All Day 7:00 am (registration) Waterville: Preston Cup Competition - Moguls Sun. 12/20/15 All Day 7:00 am (registration) Waterville: Preston Cup Competition - Aerials (x2) Mon. 12/21/15 - Fri. 12/25/15 No Training: Happy Holidays - Ski with your Family Sat. 12/26/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 12/27/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Mon. 12/28/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Group 3 & 4: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 1 & 2: Air-bag (park skis) Tues. 12/29/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Group 1 & 2: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 3 & 4: Air-bag (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Group 3 & 4: Moguls (mogul skis) Group 1 & 2: Air-bag (park skis) Wed. 12/30/15 No Training Thur. 12/31/15 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club 11 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan

12 JANUARY Fri. 1/1/16 Morning No training: Happy New Year Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Aerials (park or mogul skis) Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 1/2/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 1/3/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs. 1/7/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 1/8/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 1/9/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 1/10/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs. 1/14/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 1/15/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 1/16/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Moguls (mogul skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Aerials (park or mogul skis) Sun. 1/17/16 Morning 8:00 am (registration) Whaleback: Sleighride Competition - Moguls 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs. 1/21/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club 12 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan

13 Fri. 1/22/16 Evening TBA (registration) Abenaki: Abapalooza Competition - Aerials (x2) 13 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 1/23/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Loon: Griffin Cup Competition - Moguls 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 1/24/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Loon: Griffin Cup Competition - Slopestyle 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs 1/28/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 1/29/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 1/30/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 1/31/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) FEBRUARY Thurs. 2/4/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 2/5/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 2/6/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Sunapee: Sun-Bash Competition - Slopestyle 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 2/7/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Sunapee: Sun-Bash Competition - Moguls 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs. 2/11/16 All Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Build Volunteers Needed Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club

14 Fri. 2/12/16 All Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Build Volunteers Needed Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 2/13/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 2/14/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Mon. 2/15/16 MA/ME School Vacation Week Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Tues. 2/16/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Wed. 2/17/16 No Training Thurs. 2/18/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 2/19/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 2/20/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Waterville: Rosemary Bowl A Competition - Moguls 8:00 am (registration) Whaleback: WhaleJam Competition - Aerials 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 2/21/16 Morning 7:00 am (registration) Waterville: Rosemary Bowl A Competition - Moguls 8:00 am (registration) Whaleback: WhaleJam Competition - Moguls 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Mon. 2/22/16 NH School Vacation Week Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) 14 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan

15 Tues. 2/23/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Wed. 2/24/16 No Training Thurs. 2/25/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 2/26/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 3: Trampoline Club 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Session 4: Trampoline Club Sat. 2/27/16 Morning 8:00 am (registration) Waterville: Tri-State Champs - Air 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 2/28/16 Morning 8:00 am (registration) Waterville: Tri-State Champs - Moguls 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) MARCH Thurs. 3/3/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 3/4/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club Sat. 3/5/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Sun. 3/6/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Thurs. 3/10/16 Afternoon TBA (registration) Killington: East Coast Jr./Young Gun - Training Fri. 3/11/16 All Day 7:00 am (registration) Killington: East Coast Jr./Young Gun Sat. 3/12/16 All Day 7:00 am (registration) Killington: East Coast Jr./Young Gun Sun. 3/14/16 All Day 7:00 am (registration) Killington: East Coast Jr./Young Gun Thurs. 3/17/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club Fri. 3/18/16 Evening 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 2: Trampoline Club 15 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Season Plan

16 Sat. Sun. 3/19/16 3/20/16 Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Moguls (mogul skis) Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 5: Trampoline Club 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Session 6: Trampoline Club 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Session 7: Trampoline Club Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Moguls (mogul skis) No Trampoline Club - All Sessions Over Thurs. 3/24/16 Fri. 3/25/16 Sat. 3/26/16 Evening 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Session 1: Trampoline Club No Trampoline Club - All Sessions Over Morning 9:00 am - 11:30 am Park (park skis) Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Moguls (mogul skis) Evening 3:30 pm End of Season BBQ No Trampoline Club - All Sessions Over The Season Schedule can also be found on-line at: 16

17 Code of Conduct WVBBTS Athlete Code of Conduct WVBBTS athletes and any family members participating in the WVBBTS Snowsports Club training program must review and adhere to the WVBBTS Code of Conduct set forth below. WVBBTS/ SEF s athletes are required to abide by the following requirements in their daily conduct: Uphold our organization s core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Learning, and Excellence. Promptness Respect for Waterville Valley Ski Area and WVBBTS property and facilities, including without limitation, cleaning up after oneself in the WVBBTS Clubhouse and Competition Center Respect for official decisions Support of WVBBTS staff, coaches and teammates Good manners (no profanity), courtesy and thoughtfulness Positive attitude and outlook Good sportsmanship No use of alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, controlled substances or intoxicants Respect for WVBBTS staff, teammates, competitors and members of the Waterville Valley community at large and other communities visited during competitions and camps Observation of any additional rules established by WVBBTS coaches from time to time both on and off the hill Observation of all rules and regulations of Waterville Valley Ski Area and other ski areas where competitions take place Agreement to help WVBBTS coaches as requested (e.g. side slipping a course, putting away equipment, etc.) WVBBTS Parent Code of Conduct The goal of WVBBTS/SEF is to make competitive snowsports fun for athletes of all ages while training and competing in a safe appropriate training environment. It is imperative that athletes, coaches, parents, families, spectators and race officials conduct themselves with the highest degree of sportsmanship. To facilitate this objective, WVBBTS, USSA, NHARA and other associated competitive snow sports organizations have a Code of Conduct for the athletes; WVBBTS has also extended these expectations to include the following Parent s Code of Conduct. Specifically, everyone associated with the BBTS program will be expected to promote a constructive and positive atmosphere both in and away from the training venue. WVBBTS parents should strive to provide positive support and encouragement for their child participating in competitive snow sports with WVBBTS by following this Parents Code of Conduct: I will inform the coach and the appropriate snow sports administrator of any physical, mental or emotional disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or others. I will learn the rules of the competitive snowsport of choice and abide by the policies of WVBBTS, NHARA, USSA, FIS and any other snowsport governing association. My guests and I will be positive role models for my child and encourage sportsmanship, respect and courtesy, and adhere to WVBBTS core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Learning and Excellence. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire for them to perform well. I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health or well-being of the athletes. I will teach my child to train and compete by the rules and to resolve conflicts peacefully and diplomatically. I will demand that my child treat other racers, coaches, officials and spectators with respect, regardless of race, color, creed, sex or ability. 17 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Code of Conduct

18 I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition. I will do my very best to make competitive snowsports fun for my child. I will help my child enjoy the competitive snowsports experience by doing whatever I can, such as providing transportation, being a respectful fan or assisting with club duties. I will respect the officials and their authority during races and support coaches working with my child in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all. I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from vulgar language, drugs and alcohol. 18 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Code of Conduct I recognize that the relationship between an athlete and a coach can be altered dramatically by the presence of a parent. Therefore, during training and competition sessions, I will do my best to observe from afar. I will refrain from coaching my child or other athletes during training and/or competitions, unless I am asked to assist by a coach. I will not sell or reassign any ticket vouchers received from the mountain for working WVBBTS events. I understand these vouchers have no monetary value and are only to be used by the family they are issued to.

19 Worker Credits WVBBTS Worker Credit Information & Policy Waterville Valley Black and Blue Trail Smashers Snowsports Educational Foundation ( WVBBTS/ SEF ), is a 501(c)3 non- profit organization, owns and operates Waterville Valley Academy and the WVBBTS Snowsports Club. When we enroll our children in Waterville Valley Academy for three months or longer or we enroll our children in the WVBBTS Snowsports Club, we make two commitments - a financial one to pay our Academy tuition and fees or Club fees, and an equally important one to donate our time towards competition events hosted by WVBBTS/SEF. Any of us who enroll in the Masters Program also make this same type of twopart commitment - financial and to our fellow competitors. Remember there are many ways to fulfill this commitment either on snow or inside and behind the scenes of a competition. You are encouraged to take a leadership role and learn to become a Chief of Race, Chief of Course, or Start/ Finish Referee. Chief of Race and Chief of Course positions are simply learned by observing and being mentored. The Chief of Race and Chief of Course are expected to coordinate and call all workers 3-4 days before the event; these positions also earn 2 credits for each event worked. To become a Start/Finish Referee there is a specific training clinic that will be offered. Please contact us at contact_us@wvbbts.org for further details. All four of these positions require a USSA Alpine Official card that you can apply for at Please read the Worker Credit Policy set forth below. Although the policy provides that you will be charged if worker credit requirements are not met, it is not at all our intention for parents to rely on that option. Why is that? We believe the answer is twofold. First- this is really a parent participation program (not a worker program) and our young athletes will feel this support from each of you both on snow and off. Second- it would be impossible for WVBBTS/SEF to support competitions at our home mountain without the valued support of our parents. WVBBTS/SEF has an exceptional reputation for organizing the best competitions in New England because of the commitment of its Academy parents and WVBBTS Club members in producing these events. Let us all take an active role in upholding that legacy for our children. If you have any questions please e- mail us at contact_us@ wvbbts.org, or refer to the worker credit handbook online at Thank you. WVBBTS/SEF Competition Worker Credit Policy & Agreement Who Must Work? - All members of the weekend WVBBTS program who have children that are enrolled in Mitey Mites, GROMS and U10 through U21 alpine, freestyle and snowboard programs. A widow or widower is required to work ½ of the worker credit requirements. Each event worked is equal to one race credit (unless otherwise provided in the Worker Credit Handbook). Families with children enrolled in multiple programs must earn the larger number of credits. Worker Credit Requirements - Six (6) per family for families with alpine/freestyle U10 through U21 athletes; Four (4) per family for families with snowboard athletes; One (1) per family for families with Mitey Mites/ GROMS athletes only; WVA Students, three (3) months or longer, two (2) worker credits per family; Masters Program athletes when we are hosting a Masters Race you must supply someone to work the race for you. If you are not racing then you are required to work the race. You are only allowed 1 off snow credit per family (i.e., events, making lunches, etc.) You can only work one job, per person, per day. What If You Choose Not to Work - Although not encouraged, families may elect not to work and pay $300 per worker credit requirement at the time of the annual application submission (in the case of WVA families, election must be made at the time of submission of the WVA Enrollment Contract and payment must be made on or before November 1, 2015). Not fulfilling the race worker obligation, and not paying the fee in advance, will result in an additional fee of $100 per worker credit (equaling a total of $400 per worker credit). What If You Sign Up and Don t Show - After a member or Academy parent signs up for an event, 19 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Worker Credits

20 he or she may change event(s) two weeks prior to the event. Within two (2) weeks, it is the member s or Academy parent s responsibility to find a substitute. If he or she cannot find a substitute and does not work the event, they will be assessed a charge of $400 per event at the end of the ski season which will be due net 30 from date of invoice. If this amount is not received prior to the start of the 2015/2016 winter season then the member will not 20 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Worker Credits be allowed to join the Club or WVA until payment is received. Sign Ups will be held online, starting on a date to be determined. You will receive two (2) s with information for the start/opening time and date for the sign up process. A third will announce the opening of worker credit sign ups. Worker Credit Handbook - By execution of this Race Worker Credit Policy/Agreement the undersign.

21 Concussion Policy WVBBTS / WVA Concussion Policy Revised 8/10/15 The first priority of WVBBTS and WVA training programs is the health and well-being of every athlete. Concussion, also known as traumatic brain injury (TBI), occurs in all snowsports. Traumatic Brain Injury can pose a serious threat to an athlete s cognitive and mental health if managed poorly, and therefore, has risen to the top of the medical community s concerns. The WVBBTS and WVA Concussion Policy addresses two critical areas: 1. Education for coaches, athletes, and parents 2. Medical intervention by health professionals This policy is consistent with the latest recommendations of the medical community. Visit the websites below. Read, learn and heed! All concussions are serious! The WVBBTS and WVA Concussion Policy for Athletes and Parents is: All athletes are required to wear properly fitted and correctly worn helmets approved for snow sports for all on-snow and dry-slope activities. The athlete may return to training and competition only after medical clearance by a health professional in writing to WVBBTS, either to WVA Headmaster s office for Academy athletes, or to the Club Manager for BBTS Weekend Athletes. The WVBBTS and WVA Concussion Protocol for WVBBTS Coaches is: Should an athlete sustain a concussion, even a mild one, the athlete s coach, or in the case of a competition, the Technical Delegate or Chief of Competition shall immediately remove the athlete from further training or competitive activities. The coach or meet official must immediately summon Ski Patrol. The coach must inform the parent as soon as possible. The coach or meet official must report the incident to the WVBBTS front office and complete the WVBBTS Injury Report Form. The coach or meet official must report the incident to USSA Competition Services. Prior to the athlete s returns to his or her coaching group, the coach must ascertain that the athlete has properly followed medical clearance protocols. To learn about concussion in sports, go to: To review the USSA Concussion Policy for Members, go to: WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury. Concussions are caused by a bump or blow to the head. Even a ding, getting your bell rung, or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. You can t see a concussion. Signs and symptoms of concussion can show up right after the injury or may not appear or be noticed until days or weeks after the injury. If your child reports any symptoms of concussion, or if you notice the symptoms yourself, seek medical attention right away. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CONCUSSION? If your child has experienced a bump or blow to the head during a game or practice, look for any of the following signs of a concussion: SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY ATHLETE: Headache or pressure in head Nausea or vomiting Balance problems or dizziness Double or blurry vision Sensitivity to light Sensitivity to noise Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy Concentration or memory problems Confusion Just not feeling right or is feeling down 21 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Concussion Policy

22 SIGNS OBSERVED BY PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment or position Forgets an instruction Is unsure of game, score, or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness (even briefly) Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes DANGER SIGNS Be alert for symptoms that worsen over time. Your child or teen should be seen in an emergency department right away if s/he has: One pupil (the black part in the middle of the eye) larger than the other Drowsiness or cannot be awakened A headache that gets worse and does not go away Weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination Repeated vomiting or nausea Slurred speech Convulsions or seizures Difficulty recognizing people or places Increasing confusion, restlessness, or agitation Unusual behavior Loss of consciousness (even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously) WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU THINK YOUR CHILD HAS A CONCUSSION? SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION RIGHT AWAY. A health care professional will be able to decide how serious the concussion is and when it is safe for your child to return to regular activities, including sports. KEEP YOUR CHILD OUT OF PLAY. Concussions take time to heal. Don t let your child return to play the day of the injury and until a health care professional says it s OK. Children who return to play too soon - while the brain is still healing - risk a greater chance of having a second concussion. Repeat or later concussions can be very serious. They can cause permanent brain damage, affecting your child for a lifetime. TELL YOUR CHILD S COACH ABOUT ANY PREVIOUS CONCUSSION. Coaches should know if your child had a previous concussion. Your child s coach may not know about a concussion your child received in another sport or activity unless you tell the coach. HOW CAN YOU HELP YOUR CHILD PREVENT A CONCUSSION OR OTHER SERIOUS BRAIN INJURY? Ensure that they follow their coach s rules for safety and the rules of the sport. Encourage them to practice good sportsmanship at all times. Make sure they wear the right protective equipment for their activity. Protective equipment should fit properly and be well maintained. Wearing a helmet is a must to reduce the risk of a serious brain injury or skull fracture. However, helmets are not designed to prevent concussions. There is no concussion- proof helmet. So, even with a helmet, it is important for kids and teens to avoid hits to the head. HOW CAN I HELP MY CHILD RETURN TO SCHOOL SAFELY AFTER A CONCUSSION? Children and teens who return to school after a concussion may need to: Take rest breaks as needed Spend fewer hours at school Be given more time to take tests or complete assignments Receive help with schoolwork Reduce time spent reading, writing, or on the computer Talk with your child s teachers, school nurse, coach, speech- language pathologist, or counselor about your child s concussion and symptoms. As your child s symptoms decrease, the extra help or support can be removed gradually. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Content Source: CDC s Heads Up Program. Created through a grant to the CDC Foundation from the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE). TO LEARN MORE GO TO >> CONCUSSION 22 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Concussion Policy

23 trainingsystem.ussa.org 23 WVBBTS Devo Program Guide Freestyle Training System

24 Winter Travel Policy and Payment Contract THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLTED FOR ALL ATHLETES ENROLLED IN THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: Alpine U16 and older; Freestyle A and B ; Snowboarders 13 years and older Policy: The purpose of this policy is to ensure the accurate assessment, and timely payment, of charges related to competition travel. All of the following athletes must have a valid credit card on file in the WVBBTS Administration building for travel expenses. The WVBBTS Controller will hold all credit card information in a secure location. Alpine athletes - U16 and older Snowboard athletes - 13 years and older Freestyle A & B mogul skiers Free-ski athletes Exceptions to this policy must be in writing and approved by the WVBBTS Chief Executive Officer. Exceptions are expected in situations whereby an athlete has recently qualified or been invited to participate in a competition, and does not yet have a credit card on file. Process: Prior to departure, an estimate of the per person cost will be calculated and provided to participating athletes. Every effort will be made to provide the estimate as early as possible. However, factors such as late confirmations, can delay our estimates. You will be responsible for paying the estimated total cost in full prior to departure for the athlete to participate. After the athletes have returned, and all expenses are known by WVBBTS Administration, participants will be provided a statement/(invoice) for the actual per person cost, reflecting any balance due WVBBTS or the participant. Any balance owed to the participant will be remitted with the statement/(invoice). Ten (10) business days from the date of the invoice, if payment is not received via check, the balance due will be charged to the credit card on file for each participant. For those athletes who do not yet have a credit card on file (ref. exceptions above), the balance is due 10 business days from the date of the statement (invoice). Checks should be payable to WVBBTS, Attn: Athlete Travel, PO Box 277, Waterville Valley, NH Late payments will be charged 12% APR Cancellation: In the event that your child cannot attend a travel meet, all efforts will be made to cancel his/her travel plans; however, please be aware that no matter the situation there are generally cancellation fees and sometimes non-refundable fees. You will be responsible for paying these fees accordingly. There is no guarantee that any funds will be returned. I understand and agree to the WVBBTS Travel Policy and hereby authorize WVBBTS to charge my credit card on file Signature of Mother or Legal Guardian Printed Name Date Signature of Father or Legal Guardian Printed Name Date Please list the names of the athletes in your family that this credit card applies to: Athlete Name: Program: Athlete Name: Program: Athlete Name: Program: Athlete Name: Program: CIRCLE PAYMENT TYPE: AMEX VISA MASTERCARD Credit Card Authorization: I hereby authorize the travel invoices for the athletes listed above to be charged to my credit card as indicated above. Name on Card Exp. Date Card Number CSV # Signature Date address