Announcing the 2025 Copper “Glacier” SL Camp & Fall Training Schedule!
I am pleased to announce that Team Summit will again be offering the
Copper “Glacier” SL Camp at the end of summer break from
August 20-25, 2025!
Following the removal of rails and features, Team Summit will have exclusive access to the Woodward summer terrain park and Magic Carpet for Slalom training. Athletes will be able to have 10-15 SL training runs daily during each 2 1/2 hour training session.
Please note: This is a fee-based training camp. All venue operations including lifts, patrol, grooming, salt, and transportation are billed to the club and offset by the camp fees.
Camp Registration & Deadline
You must enroll for camp through the registration portal in Demosphere. Please also update your availability on the calendar in Demosphere with the days that you plan to attend.
The deadline to register and indicate your plans on the calendar for the Copper Glacier SL Camp is Friday, August 8.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Please continue to read below for additional important camp and season information.
Looking Ahead: Fall Dryland & On-Snow Training
Fall Dryland Training
Fall dryland training will begin shortly after the start of the school year. Conditioning activities will be both indoors at the Rosener Human Performance Center and outdoors. Please be prepared with proper footwear and clothing for all weather conditions.
- Ability Dryland: Begins Tuesday, September 2. Training will be Monday through Friday from 2:00-4:15 PM.
- Age Class Dryland: Kicks off on Wednesday, September 3. Training will be held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:45-4:00 PM.
Ability and Age Class Calendars are updated with conditioning sessions throughout the fall. Please indicate your plans by recording your availability so that coaches will know who to expect and are able to properly prepare for training.
On-Snow Training
- Full-time and Part-Time Plus Athletes: First day of on-snow training is planned for October 24.
- Part-Time Athletes: Eligible for training immediately following the World Cup events at Copper Mountain, starting November 27.
World Cup at Copper Mountain!
The world’s best ski racers will race on our home mountain on Thanksgiving weekend! This is a fantastic opportunity for spectating and other activities. Ability athletes will have the chance to be on course during the race days, getting a close-up and inside view while helping with race operations.
World Cup Schedule:
- November 27: Men’s SG
- November 28: Men’s GS
- November 29: Women’s GS
- November 30: Women’s SL
There will be no regular team training scheduled during the World Cup weekend. More details on the many activities and opportunities to come!
Copper Glacier SL Camp: Full Details
What to Expect
This is a great opportunity for summer SL training at home, made available by our mountain hosts at Copper Mountain! Training will be serviced by the Magic Carpet. Conditions will be hard, frozen, and salted summer snow. Training will include a progression of free skiing, drills, brushes, stubbies, shorties, and full-size gates depending on the age group.
- SHARP SKIS ARE MANDATORY.
- Frozen and salted summer snow is very abrasive. Skis will have some wear and may sustain damage from items frozen into the snow.
- Please bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
- Restrooms are available, but no other services.
- Dress in layers for temperatures ranging from cold to hot. Have all SL gear and protection. Cut-resistant underlayers are recommended. Rain is possible.
Key Information
- Dates: August 20-25, 2025
- Location: Copper Glacier – Copper Mountain (Meeting at Chapel Lot daily).
- Eligibility: Open to enrolled 2025-26 Alpine Ability and Age Class athletes only.
Daily Schedule
- 6:30 AM: Load Vans at the Chapel Lot
- 6:40 AM: Vans depart for the glacier
- 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Magic Carpet Operating for Training
- 9:45 AM: Vans Depart
- 10:00 AM: Pick-up at Chapel Lot
Important Notes: There is no private vehicle access on the mountain roads. Please be early to load. If you miss the departure time, you will be unable to train that day. There is no opportunity for early departure before the scheduled van time.
Pricing & Registration Packages
You may sign up for the full camp, a half camp, or individual training days. Please BOTH enroll for the camp AND indicate your attendance plans in the Demosphere calendar.
- Up to 6 days: $300
- Up to 3 days: $225
- Single day(s): $80
To sign up, visit the registration link, find
Copper Glacier SL Camp from the drop-down menu, and select your camp package.
REGISTER HERE
Contact Information
As always, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or just to catch up. For specific program questions, please contact your Head Coach.
- Ability FIS and U16: aldo@teamsummit.org
- Age Class and U14: doug@teamsummit.org
- U12: eric@teamsummit.org
- U10: davidw@teamsummit.org
- SRD|SRC: stephen@teamsummit.org
- Conditioning: jack@teamsummit.org
- Membership Services: membership@teamsummit.org
- Academic Services: academy@teamsummit.org
- Athletic Trainers: outreach@vsortho.com
Best Regards,
Aldo Radamus
Alpine Director
Team Summit Colorado
aldo@teamsummit.org
Mobile: +1.970.390.4219