Freeride Skills Team
Learn to Train • 12+ years

Program Details

The Skills Team is Freeride's entry-level program for athletes ready to progress across all aspects of the mountain. Athletes train in groups organized by ability first, then age, in a fun, supportive environment covering trees, moguls, powder, terrain parks, and steeps. Competition is always optional — athletes are welcome to participate in regional IFSA events whenever they feel ready.

The Skills Team is the starting point in the PC Freeride pathway, with athletes progressing toward the Competition Team as they develop.
Recommended Age
12+ years
Program Dates
Dec 12 - Mar 27
Location
Park City Mountain
Questions? Contact:
mcampbell@parkcityss.org

Good Fit

Athletes 12+ who can confidently ski black diamond terrain and want to explore freeride terrain in a team setting, building skills in a fun, ability-based environment.

Not the Right Fit

Athletes primarily focused on heavy competition schedules. The Competition Team is the better fit once foundational strong skills are there.
What Athletes Develop
Fundamentals
Edge control, body position, and weight transfer across variable terrain.
Air Awareness
Takeoff mechanics and clean landings on natural and park features.
All-mountain Skiing
Trees, moguls, powder, steeps, and park — top-to-bottom with style.
🎿 Training options
Shows on the published program page. Edit them in the division's Training Options sheet.
Included

Included in Program Fees

  • Freeride skill development across trees, moguls, powder, terrain parks, and steep groomed terrain
  • Team Hoodie
  • Preseason trampoline and conditioning (Sept 16-Nov 18 • Wed 6:00-8:00pm)
  • Preseason goal-setting meeting
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Not Included

Not Included in Program Fees

  • Park City Season Pass (Choose a pass option without blackout days. I.e. Park City Youth Pass)
  • UOP Intermediate Hill Facility Access Pass (required fee in registration for Additional Wednesday programming)
  • Woodward Membership (20% off discount available — only required for Additional Thursday and Friday programming)
  • IFSA Membership
  • Team Jacket (available in registration if desired)
  • Coach and athlete travel fees (travel competitions only)

Training Schedule

📅 Weekly training schedule
Shows on the published site. Edit it in PCSS Website Tools ▸ Schedules.
Coaching Staff
Shows on the published site. Edit people in PCSS Website Tools > Staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What age do you need to be to join the Skills Team?

    The Skills Team is open to athletes ages 12 and up who are ready to start their freeride progression.

  • Is the Skills Team good for a beginner freerider?

    The Skills Team is intermediate-friendly —athletes should be confident all-mountain skiers, comfortable on black diamond terrain. No prior freeride experience is required; we build those skills together as part of the program.

  • What will my child learn on the Skills Team?

    Athletes build core all-mountain skills across trees, moguls, powder, terrain parks, and steeps — the foundation for progressing through the Freeride program. Competition is optional and available for athletes who want it.

  • How is the Skills Team grouped?

    By ability first, then age, so everyone trains alongside peers at a similar skill level. Groups remain fluid over the first few weeks of training as we get everyone placed.

  • What is the alternating Tuesday/Wednesday option?

    New this year — a flexible add-on for athletes on a block school schedule. Athletes must already be enrolled in a 1 day/week base package, then add an alternating session: Tuesday one week, Wednesday the next.

  • Do Skills Team athletes have to compete?

    No — competition is entirely optional on the Skills Team. Athletes are welcome to enter regional IFSA events whenever they're ready.
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