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PART-TIME AGE CLASS PLUS

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The Part-Time Age Class Plus program offers access to all on-snow sessions, including early-season training, with up to 70 days of training and competitions, allowing athletes to train intensively in blocks or maintain a consistent schedule from late October to April (weather and snow conditions permitting). Requirements: Age Categories: U10: 9 years or younger, U12: 10-11 years old, U14: 12-13 years old; based on the athlete’s age as of December 31, 2026. Skills: PSIA Level 9:...

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PART-TIME AGE CLASS

Written by Team Summit on . Posted in Alpine Racing, Part‑Time Age Class.

The Part-Time Age Class program offers U10-U14 skiers flexible training (3 days/week average) integrated with full-time academy athletes. Includes up to 60 training/competition days, after Thanksgiving weekend through mid-April. Requirements:  Age Categories: U10: 9 years or younger, U12: 10-11 years old, U14: 12-13 years old; based on the athlete’s age as of December 31, 2026. Skills: PSIA Level 9: Parallel skiing on all terrain; high independence to ride chairlifts and...

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SKI RACING COMP

Written by Team Summit on . Posted in Alpine Racing, Ski Racing Comp.

Ski Racing Comp is a more intensive race training program for U14, U16, and U18 athletes, focusing on recreational and High School Racing, not scored USSS and FIS racing. It offers all-day training on Saturdays and Sundays with gate training each weekend and during “Friday Night Lights” at Keystone. Training rotates between Copper Mountain and Keystone. The program includes gate training sessions and all-mountain free skiing and drill skiing. Competitions in the Youth Ski League (YSL) series...

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SKI RACING DEVO

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This program develops ski racing fundamentals through free skiing, drills, and gate training (Slalom, GS, Kombi). Race weekends and YSL competitions (3 races) included. Choose your training location: Copper Mtn, Keystone, or Breckenridge. Requirements: Age Categories: U8 (7 or younger), U10 (8-9), U12 (10-11); based on age as of Dec 31, 2026. Skills: PSIA Level 7—parallel skiing on blue/black terrain; high level of independence to ride chairlifts and navigate the training venue...

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Eliska Popkova, more commonly known as Eli, is a second year u14 in our Alpine Age Class team. Eli is a seventh grade student at Summit Middle School.

Athlete of the Month – Eli Popkova

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Eliska Popkova, more commonly known as Eli, is a second year u14 in our Alpine Age Class team. Eli is a seventh grade student at Summit Middle School. She competes in USSS/RMD ski racing as well as being a member of the Summit Tigers race team. Eli recently won the first GS race at the state championships, helping her Summit Tiger defend their state title. Eli has used her ice skating background to develop great carving skills and balance on her skis. Eli carries herself with a perpetual...

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team summit mountain bike team above frisco co with their bikes at sunset

2025 MTB Important Events and Dates

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Hello! I look forward to another year of shredding with the Team Summit MTB Program. My name is Tyler Zipperer and I’m the program director. This will be my 5th year with the program and every year keeps getting sweeter 🙂 Team Summit’s MTB program offers youth riders (ages 7-18) the opportunity to develop their skills, build confidence, and make lifelong friendships. From skill-based training programs to epic summer camps and adventure trips, we provide a safe and fun environmen...

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Alpine Update – Jan 16, 2025

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Alpine Update – Jan 16, 2025 Dear Team Summit Alpine Parents, Athletes and Coaches: With the race season in full swing for Ability and Age Class and soon underway for our Ski Racing Devo and Comp Programs, we need your help! First, Team Summit is hosting several sanctioned race events in the upcoming weeks. We hold races to save travel time and expense and to provide our kids with the opportunity to race at home on familiar venues that they are able to train on. As is always the...

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Summit Cup Registration is Open

Written by Team Summit on . Posted in Archive 2024.

The Summit Foundation Cup is a great opportunity for young athletes looking to get involved in competitive skiing and snowboarding. It’s designed for the whole winter community and is an exciting way for children to learn the sport and develop their skills. Here’s everything you need to know to get started and sign your child up for this thrilling event! Summit Foundation Cup 2026 Event Dates: Keystone GS/SLTBD Park and PipeTBD Ski CrossTBD Big Mountain & Moguls at...

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Athlete of the Month December

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Lucy has been pushing herself hard this last month and doing so with a smile. She was our youngest athlete at our training camp, but she didn't let that hold her back. She trained hard every day and even jumped into a time trial with college students. She didn't let that intimidate her, and she raced well! Back at home, she's been a team leader, showing up every day with a smile, helping teammates, and being an incredible member of this team!

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Athlete of the Month – November

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Bodie shows up to dryland every day and always works his hardest. He is willing to push himself and enjoys the process of getting strong in the off-season for ski season. His strong work ethic is easily noticed by his teammates and coaches, keep up the great work Bodie! – Jack Farrell

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