Freeride Big Mountain
Learn to Train • 8+ years

Program Details

The Snowboard Freeride program is designed for athletes who love exploring the entire mountain while preparing for IFSA competitions. Over 16 weeks of coach-led training at Park City Mountain and Canyons, riders develop confidence on in-bounds terrain and learn how to transfer tricks from the park to natural mountain features.

Coaches focus on the five IFSA judging categories—line choice, control, technique, fluidity, and style/energy—giving athletes both structure and freedom to progress. Along the way, riders gain experience in backcountry and snow safety, with beacon, probe, and shovel required as part of the team. Open to athletes ages 8 and up, families can choose from flexible training options: 1-day or 2-days per week.
Recommended Age
8+ years
Program Dates
Early Dec - Late Mar
competitions
IFSA Freeride
Locations
Park City Mountain (including Canyons side)
From Park to Peak
What sets Freeride apart is the blend of freestyle creativity with big-mountain skills. Athletes don’t just train in the park—they learn to bring those tricks into natural terrain, hiking for higher lines, mastering avalanche safety, and riding with confidence in unpredictable conditions. This balance of safety, competition prep, and all-mountain adventure makes Freeride a one-of-a-kind pathway for young snowboarders.
Freeride Big Mountain Training
Boost strength this fall—add September and October Fall Dryland under Additional Fees after checkout.
Saturday

Saturday

$2,168||Park City Mountain||96 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
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Saturday & Sunday

Saturday & Sunday

$3,525||Park City Mountain||192 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
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Afternoon Add On

Afternoon Add On

$795||Woodward Park City||32 training hours||All-Access Membership: +$135.20/month
Register

Saturday

$2,168||Park City Mountain||96 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
Register

Saturday & Sunday

$3,525||Park City Mountain||192 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
Register
Saturday

Saturday

$2,168||Park City Mountain||96 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
Register

Saturday & Sunday

$3,525||Park City Mountain||192 training hours||Fall Dryland: +$477/month
Register

Afternoon Add On

$795||Woodward Park City||32 training hours||All-Access Membership: +$135.20/month
Register
Included

Included in Program Fees

  • IFSA-focused coaching on Line Choice, Control, Technique, Fluidity, Style/Energy
  • Goal setting
  • Video review (as appropriate)
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Not Included

Not Included in Program Fees

Training Schedule

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Coaching Staff

Rick Shimpeno
Rick Shimpeno
Snowboard Director
rshimpeno@parkcityss.org
Nicholas Poplawski
Nicholas Poplawski
Head Freestyle Coach
pops@parkcityss.org

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the Freeride Big Mountain snowboard program?

    Freeride Big Mountain takes riders age 8 and up beyond the park to build skills in line choice, control, technique, and style. Training blends in-bounds freeride, park trick progression, and avalanche safety to create strong, versatile riders.

  • Does the Freeride program prepare athletes for competition?

    Yes, athletes prepare for IFSA competition while developing the riding skills that big mountain events demand. The program balances competitive readiness with all-around versatility.

  • Does the Freeride Big Mountain program teach backcountry and avalanche safety?

    Yes, training includes avalanche safety and preparation for safe backcountry travel. This focus helps riders develop the judgment needed to ride bigger terrain responsibly.

  • How is Freeride Big Mountain different from a park-focused program?

    Rather than centering on the park, Freeride pushes riding beyond it with an emphasis on line choice, control, and style on natural terrain. Athletes still progress on park tricks, but the goal is well-rounded, versatile big mountain riding.