Author: Team Summit

Shopping Extravaganas… Yes, two of them!

Written by Team Summit on September 1, 2020. Posted in Uncategorized.

We decided to double down this year! Many in our community look forward to the Shopping Extravaganza in Silverthorne to kick off their holiday shopping. However, did you know there is an Extravaganza in Castle Rock as well? Now you do! Mark your calendars! We have been selected to participate in the 15th Annual Shopping Extravaganza – Social Distance Style at Outlets at Castle Rock and at Outlets at Silverthorne! Castle Rock Location (Oct. 3rd and 4th): Please join us on Saturday, Oct. 3, or Sunday, Oct.4 for a day of fun-filled shopping and...

Bar Patterns Part 12

Written by Team Summit on August 29, 2020. Posted in strength training.

Bar Patterns: Snatch Grip High Pull- from Crease Part 12 in the series Proper movement patterns are a cornerstone of all athletic success. Remember that each time you do any athletic movement you are engraining either good movement patterns or poor movement patterns. Be sure to take the time to learn all of the Olympic Lifting patterns with just an empty bar. If an empty bar is still too much load for you to perform the movements with perfection, then use a litter bar or even a broomstick. In this article, we will be covering the snatch grip high pull from the crease. First, grasp the...

Executive Director's Desk – Passes and COVID

Written by Team Summit on August 28, 2020. Posted in Admin Message.

Today Vail Resorts announced that they will be using a reservation system to ski or snowboard at their North American resorts this season. https://www.epicpass.com/info/reservation-details. Team Summit has been in contact with all of our resort partners through the summer regarding potential operational scenarios at the resorts. We have several ideas on how we can operate in the RSVP system. Now that Vail Resorts has made this position public we are collaborating with the resorts to finalize plans. I know this creates uneasiness as you make decisions regarding what your family will...

Alpine Updates – August 27, 2020

Written by Team Summit on August 28, 2020. Posted in Alpine Update.

Dear Team Summit Colorado Alpine Ability and U14 athletes, All Alpine parents and Alpine Coaching staff: I hope that all of you have enjoyed some great adventures and activities during this unusual COVID summer and that the start of the school year, whether virtual, in-person or hybrid has gone as smoothly as possible. At Team Summit, we have had several successful and safe on-snow training camps at Copper Mountain and Mt. Hood. Full-time Academy athletes have had an in-person summer conditioning program (outdoors, masked, and distanced with daily disinfection of equipment) and...

Snowboard Updates – August 24, 2020

Written by Team Summit on August 24, 2020. Posted in Uncategorized.

Hey Everybody, With back to school marks the end of most of our summer programming. Our Summer Programming was not just a success because we got something done with COVID restrictions, It was a success due to participation, time on snow, and new skills learned. Believe it or not, we start our winter season in 2 weeks with Academy programs on September 8th. Winter 2020/2021 Registration is open in Campminder. We currently have way more kids registered this year compared to the same time last season. If you are not registered please ask your questions now and let's...

Alpine Updates – August 18, 2020

Written by Team Summit on August 18, 2020. Posted in Alpine Racing, Alpine Update.

Dear Team Summit Colorado Alpine Ability athletes, All Alpine parents and Alpine Coaching staff: Team Summit has concluded a successful Mt. Hood Training Camp and returned home for the start of the school year. Details on our conditioning programs and reminders about archived video follow. We hope that all have had an enjoyable summer so far and enjoy the remainder through the Labor Day holiday! We’re looking forward to seeing all of you in the coming weeks and are eagerly awaiting the fall and our next time on snow. Stay healthy, happy and active! Aldo Radamus TEAM...

Legendary Grilling with Arapahoe Basin

Written by Team Summit on August 5, 2020. Posted in Uncategorized.

Support Team Summit's Scholarship Fund What says summer more than watermelon, grilling, and margaritas with your favorite friends! Join Team Summit as we partner with Arapahoe Basin to kick off the summer evening with margs then prep and grill alongside Legendary Chef Chris on Thursday, August 13th at 6pm. This event comes with an assortment of spices for a legendary dry rub, a watermelon for margaritas and salad, and, of course, tequila for the margarita. DETAILS: When: Thursday, August 13 at 6pm Cost: $50 What: Legendary Grilling with Arapahoe Basin Basket Pickup Locations in...

August 1st, 2020 Newsletter

Written by Team Summit on August 2, 2020. Posted in Newsletters.

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Alpine Updates – July 31, 2020

Written by Team Summit on July 31, 2020. Posted in Alpine Update.

Alpine Updates – July 31st, 2020 Dear Alpine Academy Athletes and all FIS and U16 Athletes and Parents: This week we will take a break from the Conditioning Zooms. The Summer Conditioning program will begin Monday, June 29 in-person on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The twice-weekly Zoom Conditioning will resume every Tuesday and Thursday beginning Tuesday, June 30. Both programs will continue through August 18. Please see below for additional details on both conditioning opportunities. Summer Conditioning Program Dates: June 29 – August 18, 2020 Days:...

Bar Patterns – Mid-Shin Snatch Pull

Written by Team Summit on July 31, 2020. Posted in strength training.

Bar Patterns: Snatch Pull Part 11 in the series Grasp the bar with a snatch grip. To find your snatch grip hold the bar at waist level with locked-out elbows. Slowly adjust your grip in or out, while still maintaining straight arms, until the bar hangs at the height of your crease (The crease is the point where your upper leg joins together with your torso. The line that is formed here in your hips is the crease). Be sure you have an even grip on the bar, you do not want the bar either off to the left or the right. Begin with the bar hanging in front of your hips and standing with...

Whimsical Whiskey – an Arts and Aperitif Experience

Written by Team Summit on July 16, 2020. Posted in Uncategorized.

Support Team Summit's Scholarship Fund Join us for a unique Whimsical Whiskey experience on Thursday, July 30th at 6pm. Learn one how to make one of Whiskey Star's signature summer cocktails before diving into the wonderful world of driftwood painting with The Sunny Side Up Studio. DETAILS: When: Thursday, July 30th at 6pm (Online) Cost: $50 What: Whimsical Whiskey featuring Whiskey Star and The Sunny Side Up Studio Purchase Tickets Basket Pickup Locations in Summit County, Arvada, and Littleton locations on Wednesday, July 29th from 3pm – 6pm. Each ticket...

New Summer FUN Raiser Series live!

Written by Team Summit on July 7, 2020. Posted in Uncategorized.

DIY Chocolate Soufflé In this edition of the Summer FUN Raising series, we explore our newest favorite desert. A Chocolate Soufflé! Learn how to make this incredible dish with the Executive Chef of Beaver Run. If you have attempted a soufflé’ before, you know this can be quite difficult. Fortunately, we have the opportunity to learn all the tricks of the trade on fantastic at home cooking from the Executive Chef of Beaver Run. Visit https://ilovesouffle.eventbrite.com for more details and tickets. The event is Thursday, July 16th at 6pm...

July 1st, 2020 Newsletter

Written by Team Summit on July 2, 2020. Posted in Newsletters.

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Alpine Updates – July 1st, 2020

Written by Team Summit on July 1, 2020. Posted in Alpine Update.

Alpine Updates – July 1st, 2020 Dear Team Summit Colorado Alpine Ability athletes, All Alpine parents, and Alpine Coaching staff: First, the good news: The Team Summit Alpine Camp dates in Mt. Hood are confirmed! With excellent conditions expected to last through August and confirmation of our Summer Camp Training Lanes reservation, we are now able to open registration for two one week sessions at Mt. Hood from August 4-9 and 11-16. Registration is open on Campminder now. [Click Here] for additional details. Next, the less good news: As a result of the remaining uncertainty...