ELITE & POST-GRADUATE (PG) PROGRAM
COACH:
Dragan Danevski, dragandanevski@yahoo.com, (406)579-7874
ELITE PROGRAM:
May, 2013- early April 2014. Year-round training and racing program available for older junior and senior athletes. These programs are designed to develop and maximize skiers’ potential by providing a structured year-round training program. The Elite Program has 3 levels with varying criteria; athletes must apply for placement and support and funding varies from level to level. See the BSF office or Program Director Dragan Danevski for details.
LEVEL 1, INTERNATIONAL ATHLETE
Expected results:
- (Europa Cup, WC, World Championship, Olympics)
- Podim finishes at Senior Nationals and Canadian Nationals
- Podium finishes at super Tour and NorAm
Requirements for Level 1 Status:
- Demonstrated ability for international excellence and proven results from international XC ski events, such as Europa Cup, World Championships, and Olympics. The skiers should have podium finishes at Senior Nationals or Canadian Nationals, and podium finishes at Super Tour and NorAm events.
- Demonstrated strive towards personal excellence and the BSF Nordic philosophy. Commitment to living in Bozeman in order to participate in training at least 3 times per week, travel with the BSF team to races, camps, and training, and race as a member of the BSF Nordic team with a BSF team racing suit.
- Participate in BSF fundraising events such as Auction, Banff Film Festival, Ski Swap, and the Jim Bridger Trail Run.
- Prepare a long term personal and athletic plan. Work with the BSF coach on training and race schedule; participate in time trials and fitness testing.
Benefits for Level 1 Status:
- Year-round coaching & waxing support; team and individual workouts; training program design and guidance, and fitness testing.
- Travel and camp cost covered by BSF.
LEVEL 2, NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL ATHLETE
Expected results:
- Top 10 finishes at Senior nationals and Canadian Nationals
- Top 5 finishes at Super Tour and NorAm
- Podium finishes at Mass races
- Qualify for National World Cup quota
Requirements for Level 2 Status:
- Proven results from national XC ski events, such as Senior Nationals and SuperTour. Athletes should have top 10 finishes at Senior Nationals, Canadian Nationals, Super Tour and NorAm, and podium finishes at Mass races. They must also qualify for National World Cup quota.
- Demonstrated strive towards personal excellence and the BSF Nordic philosophy. Commitment to living in Bozeman in order to participate in training at least 3 times per week, travel with the BSF team to races, camps, and training, and race as a member of the BSF Nordic team with a BSF team racing suit.
- Participate in BSF fundraising events such as Auction, Banff Film Festival, Ski Swap, and the Jim Bridger Trail Run.
- Prepare a long-term personal and athletic plan. Work with the BSF coach on training and race schedules; participate in time trials and fitness testing.
Benefits for the Level 2 Status:
- Year round coaching & waxing support; team and individual workouts, training program design and guidance, and fitness testing.
- Eligible for travel grants for camps, based on availability of funds.
- Priority for advancing to Level 1 status is given based on personal and athletic development.
LEVEL 3, NATIONAL ATHLETE
Expected Results:
- Top 20 finishes at Senior Nationals and Canadian Nationals
- Top 15 finishes at Super Tour and NorAm
- Ranked in the top 10 overall in Super Tour
Requirements for Level 3 Status:
- Top 20 finishes at Senior Nationals or Canadian Nationals, top 15 finishes at SuperTour or NorAm. Athlete must be ranked top 10 overall in the SuperTour.
- Demonstrated strive towards personal excellence and the BSF Nordic philosophy. Commitment to living in Bozeman in order to participate in training at least 3x per week, travel with the BSF team to races, camps, and training, and race as a member of the BSF Nordic team with a BSF team racing suit.
- Participate in BSF fundraising events such as Sweet Pea Festival, Auction, Banff Film Festival, Golf Tournament, and the Jim Bridger Trail Run.
- Prepare a long-term personal and athletic plan. Work with the BSF coach on training and race schedules, participate in time trials and fitness testing.
Benefits for Level 3 Status:
- Year-round coaching & waxing support, team and individual workouts, training program design and guidance, and fitness testing.
- Priority for advancing to Level 2 status as personal and athletic development meet criteria.
Participation for all three levels is required in:
- Summer, fall, and winter training
- Summer, fall, and winter camps
- Local, regional, national and international races
Travel Requirements:
- Travel with the BSF team to races, camps and training
- Race under the BSF name and compete in a BSF racing suit
Training Requirements:
- Train with the team a minimum 3 times a week
- Work with the BSF coach on training and race schedule
Other Requirements:
- Do testing and time trials
- Participation in BSF events
- Fund raising events (Auction, Banff film festival, Ski Swap, JBTR)
- Promoting skiing - skiing with juniors and masters, and help with waxing clinics, and etc.
BSF Support:
Level l: Coaching, waxing, travel, camps, lodging and board
Level 2: Coaching, waxing, camps, lodging,
Level 3: Coaching, waxing
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are committed to maximize your XC athletic abilities, would like to join the BSF Nordic community, and are ready to make Bozeman, MT your home for at least 3 years, then BSF Nordic would like to evaluate if our Elite Skier program is a best fit for your needs. Prepare a statement that includes your personal and athletic goals for the next 3 years, and send along with complete bio, training information, former coaches/programs, etc.
POST-GRADUATE PROGRAM:
May 2013 - early April 2014. Cost: $2,400 (does not include camps or travel). This group is for the following athletes: local high school post-graduates, out of town P-Gs (possibly taking classes at MSU), or MSU student athletes who do not make the MSU Team. The goal is to develop and maximize each skier’s potential, including possible qualification for Scandinavia Cup, World Juniors, and U23 Worlds.
Training is year-round, both group and individually-based, and coaches will work with athletes to develop daily, weekly, and yearly plans, as well as training blocks and periods. Testing will be provided, including 4 field tests per year (time trials, lactate tests) and 3 lab test per year (VO2max, lactate, anaerobic TH, max HR).
- Camps: Camps are not included in year-round training costs. There is one dryland camp in Canmore, Alberta in Augusta, and two on-snow camps, including a summer/fall Haig Glacier trip and West Yellowstone Thanksgiving Camp.
- Criteria for competing at National Level: High fitness level, excellent ski technique, high level of psycho-social abilities, motivated to compete at this level, responsible, and self-sufficient.
- Criteria for competing at International Level: Very high fitness level, superior ski technique, high psycho-social abilities, motivated for international success, conscious of level of competition.
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TRAINING SCHEDULES: Your coach(es) will send out weekly training schedules on Mondays. Schedule change announcements are emailed as needed.
SEE BSF HANDBOOK FOR PARENT/ATHLETE POLICIES
NORDIC LICENSES:
Intermountain Northern (IMD) License
For more information, contact Dragan Danevski- dragandanevski@yahoo.com, (406) 579-7874.
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