Alpine & FReestlye
Introductory

ALPINE & FREESTYLE
Introductory Program
U8, U10, U12

SOAR INTO BSF AT BRIDGER BOWL

Intro to Alpine racing & Freestyle (moguls & terrain park)
for intermediate skiers
recommended ages 7-11

ABOUT THE INTRO PROGRAMS

Recommended ages: 7-11

Do you have an intermediate skier ready for the next step at Bridger Bowl? BSF's Introductory program (formerly called Youth Ski League) gives them access to great, U.S. Ski & Snowboard-certified coaches with an 8-week program that builds skills for both Alpine racing and Freestyle skiing and serves as a gateway into BSF's other Alpine and Freestyle/Freeskiing programs.

We use the U.S. Olympic Committee's Quality Coaching Framework. Through an eight-week progression with weekly objectives, skiers will develop new ski skills, as well as confidence, teamwork and personal skills. Of course, one of our objectives is that these kids love skiing for life.

Bridger Bowl offers fantastic terrain for sessions, and all athletes will be evaluated on the lower mountain before advancing to more difficult terrain. To maximize safety and FUN, participants will be placed into training groups comprised of skiers with similar technical skill and ability.

When you register, you'll choose an Alpine track or a Freestyle track. (More on that below.)

All skiers have the opportunity to participate in a fun jamboree during the season (cost already included in program fee).

This weekend program also pairs well with BSF's Introductory Nordic program; and we strongly encourage skiers 12 and under to participate in both.

SKILLS NEEDED

The Intro programs for Freestyle & Alpine have a minimum skills requirement. Please be certain your child meets this (see video below). We do not provide refunds after December 1, and you will not get a refund if your child is unable to ski with us due to not meeting the minimum skill level.

REQUIRED

Age 7+ and already has some formal or informal instruction
Skis parallel.  
No wedges/snowplows.
Comfortable skiing up to mid-mountain terrain blue runs (i.e. Pierre's Knob, Alpine and Powder Park lifts - see map)
Able to ski with poles, hands in front.
Loads/unloads chairlifts independently and safely.
Can carry, put on, and take off equipment independently.

SCHEDULE 


Winter: Jan 13 - March 3, 2024
At Bridger Bowl.
You choose:
1 or 2 days a week
Alpine racing or Freestyle (moguls & terrain park)

  • 1 DAY A WEEK
    pick one
    SAT or SUN: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

  • 2 DAYS A WEEK
    SAT: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    SUN: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm


2023-24 Intro 
1 DAY A WEEK

(Sat or Sun): Jan 13 - March 3

$750

2023-24 INTRO
2 DAYS A WEEK

(Sat and Sun): Jan 13 - March 3

$975

WHICH OPTION? 

The BSF Introductory program has a two-track approach: Alpine & Freestyle, with specialized coaches in each track. However, at this level, there is a large percentage of overlap with fundamental skill acquisition.  When registering, please choose a track based on the participant’s initial interest. We encourage exploration; and at this level, the fundamentals we focus on are very similar. If you are not familiar with the sports of Alpine Ski Racing and Freestyle Skiing, please choose a track that best describes the skier’s interest. If the skier later shows more interest/aptitude in another track, coaches and directors can help facilitate a transition.

FREESTYLE 

MOGULS & TERRAIN PARK 

INTRODUCTORY FREESTYLE provides an introduction to the fundamentals that eventually progress into competitive Freestyle (moguls) and Freeskiing (terrain park), and Freeride (big mountain). The Intro Freestyle program focuses on basic turning techniques and familiarizes the athlete with catching air and build up to learning to jib rails and navigate moguls. We explore Bridger Bowl's incredible terrain and its smaller park with emphasis on fun (and safety). As we work within our groups, athletes become well rounded in all-mountain skiing and learn what our upper-level programs have to offer.

ALPINE 

alpine racing

INTRODUCTORY ALPINE is designed to improve existing skiing skills through the fundamentals and to introduce the young athlete to the sport of Alpine ski racing.  We’ll acquire skills on a variety of terrains, combining freeskiing with drills and training courses. Skiers will be introduced to the technical and tactical elements of skiing/ski racing. We stress teamwork and FUN.  At this adventure stage, we still do a lot of freeskiing. As skills are acquired, athletes can move up into the Development and Competitive BSF racing programs.

Skiers will have the chance to participate in a fun Jamboree-style race on the last weekend.

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REGISTRATION

Registration opens for all Intro programs at Noon on September 7, 2023. These programs fill quickly. We recommend signing up for our mailing list so you don't miss information. (Returning Intro skiers will be emailed info about an earlier registration window.)

BEFORE YOU REGISTER: 
1. Please be sure that your child has the necessary skills
for this program and that you understand our  refund policy.

2. New to BSF? You will need to create an account first. If you plan on registering multiple children and would like a single payment plan for the entire family, you must add all their programs to your cart before you checkout. (We do not have the ability to edit payment plans after the fact.) Invoices over $1500 are eligible for payment plans. See "payment options" below for full details.
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Note: In order to register for a BSF program, you must have a current BSF 2023-24 annual membership. You can add your membership to your cart during registration.

2023-24 Important dates

September 7 - Noon: Registration opens for all BSF Intro Programs

October 15: Scholarship deadline

November 8: Virtual Parent Info Meeting for the Intro Program, 5:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 3: Intro Program

March 2 & 3: Jamboree at Bridger Bowl

ABOUT THE TEAMS

REGISTRATION INFO

IMPORTANT INFO

DAILY SCHEDULE

ADDITIONAL COSTS

LUNCH

PAYMENT PLANS

SCHOLARSHIPS

TEAM COMMUNICATIONS

VOLUNTEER HOURS

EQUIPMENT & THINGS YOU NEED

COLD WEATHER POLICY

Health Concerns

FUN RACES

GROUPS

PARENT & ATHLETE RESOURCES

WHAT's AFTER INTRO?

LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT PLAN

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Contact Us

Feel free to contact us throughout the season at (406) 587-2445 or via email.

LaRue Seitz-Dattori

BSF Alpine Co-Director
larue.seitz@bridgerskifoundation.og   

Mike Papke
BSF Freestyle Program Director
mike.papke@bridgerskifoundation.org

Kamie Morgan Cochran
BSF Alpine & Freestyle Introductory Program Director
ysl@bridgerskifoundation.org