Development Teams
Afton's introductory competition program focuses on fun first and consists of practices and four events against other local ski or snowboard areas. Transportation is not provided to races or competitions. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket is required and we encourage the season pass with this program.

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Open to Intermediate to Advanced skiers ages 6-18.

Saturdays 10am-3pm OR Sundays 12pm-4pm

$295 Ten weeks beginning Sat, Dec 8 or Sun, Dec 9
$370 Sat & Tues pm OR Sun & Tues pm

(Tuesday PM practice option at an additional charge.)

This race program for kids is designed to be a fun way to learn what it takes to be an alpine ski racer. It is also a great way for kids already involved in other race programs to get more gate time and coaching. Kids have the opportunity to take their solid skiing skills to a new level. Kids will learn race techniques and tactics and build upon the skills they already have in an environment that promotes making ski racing fun. Participants should have strong skiing skills, but no race experience is necessary. The Alpine Mountain D-Team competes against other local areas 4 times per season.*

*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.

Mountain D-Teams - ALPINE FREESTYLE
Open to Intermediate to Advanced skiers ages 8-18.

Sundays 1pm to 3:30pm and Thursdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm

10 weeks beginning Dec 9rd $265

A program for skiers who feel that they need something above and beyond what our regular lesson programs have to offer. The Freestyle D-Team offers kids the chance to experience as many of our terrain park features as their skills will allow. It's also a great program for kids who already explore the terrain parks, but are looking to get better and hit features more safely. The Freestyle Mountain D- Team competes against other local areas four times a season. Each participant must have strong skiing skills, however no park experience is necessary. Twin Tip Skis are highly recommended because participants may wish to ride "switch".*

*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.

Mountain D-Teams - SNOWBOARD
Open to Intermediate to Advanced riders ages 8 - 18.

Sundays 1pm to 3:30pm and Thursdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm

10 weeks beginning Dec 9th $265

This program is for the snowboarder who wants to ride the terrain park in a safe, fun group environment. Our coaches will show younger riders, or riders new to the park, the proper way to ride and land in the terrain park. Older or more experienced park riders will benefit from coaches teaching them new tricks, new approaches to the same tricks or better lines to take on multiple features. We offer something for everyone who wants get better in the park. The Snowboard Mountain D-Team competes against other local areas four times a season. Each participant must have strong riding skills, but no park experience is necessary.*

*For All D-teams: Transportation to other ski areas is not provided. Race times may be earlier than practice times. Lift ticket or season pass is required.

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Ages 8 -18

Team Afton loves ski racing. Ski racing teaches valuable lessons in a unique way. Our mission is to help you succeed, whether you are a beginning racer, a high school racer, or an international competitor. We provide a comprehensive program designed to help athletes of all abilities achieve their racing goals. Our staff is one of the most highly certified in the Midwest. Head Coach Tony Olin is internationally certified; (400). We are proud to be part of the United States Ski Coaches Education system and USSA. To become your best in ski racing, join Team Afton USSA.

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