A COMPETITIVE ALPINE RACE PROGRAM
FOR CHILDREN AGES OF 8 – 13 (BIRTH YEARS 2009-2014)
TEAM MISSION: TO DEVELOP SKILLFUL AND PASSIONATE SKIERS THROUGH FUN TRAINING DAYS AND A COMPETITIVE ALPINE SKI RACING ENVIRONMENT.
Excellent coaching will be provided for athletes to hone their Giant Slalom skills and be introduced to the foundations of skiing Slalom. Interclub builds on the fundamental skiing skills developed in the DSquad program, with the expectation that athletes will compete in Interclub races against other ski teams in the Berkshires. This is an exciting opportunity that will provide athletes with a fun racing experience in a competitive environment!
Interclub is a more demanding program than DSquad, requiring an increased commitment of both time and resources. It is expected athletes will attend most of the 14 training sessions and most of the races in the series. Interclub athletes are encouraged to participate in all 3 days of the holiday camp (additional cost) over the winter break to set themselves up for success in the racing season.
Interclub athletes will have the opportunity, along side DSquad and Mountain Division participants, to try out for the Mohawk Mountain Alpine Race Team in the annual tryout in February.
INTERCLUB PROGRAM SCHEDULE & PRICING
| PROGRAM DAYS | DURATION | PROGRAM TIME | DATES | PRICE | TOTAL SESSIONS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNINGS | 7 WEEKS / 3 HR SESSIONS | 9 AM – 12 PM | JAN 7TH – MARCH 5TH | $1,949.00 | 14 |
INTERCLUB ELIGIBILITY
Interclub participants must be 8 years old by December 31, 2022 (Birth years 2009 to 2014) with advanced skiing skills at a minimum level 7 (click here to determine your level). All new participants, who have not previously taken part in DSquad, must pass chair lift rookie training prior to program commencement. This involves Interclub participants taking the Arrowhead chair and pulling down the bar independently. Space in Interclub is limited and priority is given first to those who participated in the annual race team try out and were unsuccessful. Any remaining spots will be opened up to those who are skiing at the level 7 or 8 standard.
REGISTRATION
Interclub registration is on line only through the Children’s Development Programs Lottery from September 1st through September 15th. All Interclub athletes must be registered with US Ski & Snowboard (USSS) and the Tri-State Alpine Ski Racing Association.
WHO SHOULD REGISTER FOR INTERCLUB?
Mohawk Mountain’s Interclub program is primarily aimed at those skiers who possess the skills and motivation to continue to develop as a ski racer in a fun environment, and would like to attend competitive races throughout the winter season. This program would be a great fit for those who have participated in DSquad and were unsuccessful at the race team try out.
chairlift rookie training
All new participants, who have not previously taken part in DSquad, must pass chair lift rookie training prior to program commencement. This involves Interclub participants taking the Arrowhead chair and pulling down the bar independently. Space in Interclub is limited and priority is given first to those who participated in the annual race team try out and were unsuccessful. Any remaining spots will be opened up to those who are skiing at the level 7 or 8 standard.
At Mohawk Mountain we take chairlift safety very seriously. All new Interclub participants, who have not previously taken part in DSquad, must pass chair lift rookie training prior to program commencement by taking the Arrowhead chair and pull down the bar independently. Training is provided at no charge by a snowsports professional between opening day and Friday January 6th, 2023. Early season the Arrowhead lift is not always operating so be sure to check on the lift status before you travel. Call the Snowsports Discovery Center desk on 860 672 6100 Ext 136 to schedule your 30 minute Chairlift Rookie Training Session. If Chairlift Rookie Training has not been completed by Saturday January 7th, 2023 your child will not be able to participate. If you are unable to commit to your child participating in Chairlift Rookie Training before the program starts please do not sign them up.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
14 SESSIONS: SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNINGS FROM JANUARY 7TH – MARCH 5TH
Registration IS through A lottery system (See Lottery System InfoGraphic and lottery faq).
excluding January 14th and February 18th FOR MLK WEEKEND & PRESIDENT’S WEEKEND.
Program runs for 3 hrs from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Program fees include a Junior Anytime Season Pass, for the exclusive use of the participant.
No scheduled make up days, unless INTERCLUB is cancelled by Mohawk Mountain due to extreme weather. In this case you would be notified in advanced via email of both the cancellation and the extreme weather make up date. Extreme weather make up dates scheduled for March 11th/12th.
Parents or guardians must be no more than 20 minutes away from Mohawk Mountain and be able to drop what they are doing when the program is in session.