Freeride Team

Pass Requirements	All Participants must purchase an Ikon Pass or Full Solitude Season Pass.
Age Requirements	For U10 to U12 athletes Must be 8-11 years old as of December 31, 2025.
Skill Prerequisite	Able to ski ungroomed groomed blues while linking parallel turns. Must be starting to jump. Must be using a pole plant.
Equipment Requirements	Skiers and snowboarders should have well fitting boots. We recommend consulting with your local shop or bootfitter. Skiers should have at least one pair of all mountain skis between shoulder and chin height, between 80-95mm underfoot. Snowboarders should have at least one all mountain board roughly shoulder height. Equipment should be tuned regularly. Ski bindings must have appropriate din setting. We recommend having gear checked by a certified technician at the start of the season.
Schedule	Regular season training begins November 28, 2025 and runs through April 12, 2026. Practices are held regardless of weather, road conditions, holidays, or business levels.
Training Participation & Competitions	Recommended 1-2 days per week commitment plus one mid-week Woodward training. Make up days are not offered for any missed training. Athletes are expected to participate in 1-3 two star events during the season. Athletes are required to provide their own travel to competitions. On competition days, Solitude coaches will meet athletes and parents at the race venue. Some competitions will require additional fees, which will be billed separately.
Training Plan	70-90% coached/directed freeskiing/snowboarding. 10-30% coached drills and mock competition.
License Requirements	Must have current competitors membership to the Intermountain Division of US Ski & Snowboard. Apply here.
Pick up/Drop Off	Drop off and pick up at the Ski and Ride Corral at the base of Easy street Run. Drop off 15 minutes prior to scheduled lift opening time.
Preparedness	Dress athletes warmer than you would. Keep small, healthy snacks in pocket. Arrive properly fueled and hydrated. Arrive with a positive attitude and ready to ski in all weather conditions.
Lunch	Lunches are included in Team Solitude tuition.
Parent Requirements	Attend parent orientation. Remain on-site during practices and available by phone. Dress athletes appropriately. Complete team agreement (code of conduct). Remain actively engaged with the team communication platform and check schedules and updates frequently. Actively communicate the needs of athletes, including planned absences, illness, and injuries.
Travel	Some travel is required. Travel expenses for coaches will be billed out to participants of events that require travel.
Communication	Parents are required to maintain an active account with our chosen communication platform. Instructions and invites will be sent to parent(s) after registration and tuition payment.

Pass Requirements	All Participants must purchase an Ikon Pass or Full Solitude Season Pass.
Age Requirements	For U15 to U19 athletes. Must be 12-18 years old as of December 31, 2025.
Skill Prerequisite	Able to ski or ride ungroomed blacks dynamically. Must be proficient at jumping off small, natural hits and park features. Must be using a pole plant.
Equipment Requirements	Skiers and snowboarders should have well fitting boots. We recommend consulting with your local shop or bootfitter.. Skiers should have at least one pair of all mountain skis between shoulder and chin height, between 80-95mm underfoot. Snowboarders should have at least one all mountain board roughly shoulder height. Equipment should be tuned regularly. Ski bindings must have appropriate din setting. We recommend having gear checked by a certified technician at the start of the season.
Schedule	Regular season training begins November 28, 2025 and runs through April 12, 2026. Practices are held regardless of weather, road conditions, holidays, or business levels.
Training Participation & Competitions	Recommended 2-3 days per week plus two mid week Woodward training nights. Make up days are not offered for any missed training. Expected to participate in 2-3 two-star events and at least 1 three-star event. Dryland Training is highly recommended for Performance Program athletes. Athletes are required to provide their own travel to competitions. On competition days, Solitude coaches will meet athletes and parents at the race venue. Some competitions will require additional fees, which will be billed separately.
Training Plan	70-90% coached/directed freeskiing/snowboarding. 10-30% coached drills and mock competition.
License Requirements	Must have current competitors membership to the Intermountain Division of US Ski & Snowboard. Apply here.
Pick up/Drop Off	Drop off and pick up at the Ski and Ride Corral at the base of Easy street Run. Drop off 15 minutes prior to scheduled lift opening time.
Preparedness	Dress athletes warmer than you would. Keep small, healthy snacks in pocket. Arrive properly fueled and hydrated. Arrive with a positive attitude and ready to ski in all weather conditions.
Lunch	Lunches are included in Team Solitude tuition.
Parent Requirements	Attend parent orientation. Remain on-site during practices and available by phone. Dress athletes appropriately. Complete team agreement (code of conduct). Remain actively engaged with the team communication platform and check schedules and updates frequently. Actively communicate the needs of athletes, including planned absences, illness, and injuries.
Travel	Some travel is required. Travel expenses for coaches will be billed out to participants of events that require travel.
Communication	Parents are required to maintain an active account with our chosen communication platform. Instructions and invites will be sent to parent(s) after registration and tuition payment.

Training takes place at Solitude.

Day	*Training Dates	** Training Time
Saturday	November 19, 2025 through April 11, 2026	9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Sunday	November 30, 2025 through April 12, 2026	9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friday	November 28, 2025 through April 10, 2026	10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

* Specific program dates determined by conditions and winter season open and close dates. These will be communicated to participants prior to opening day.
** Specific times determined by conditions and lift operating hours. These will be communicated to participants as conditions allow.

For athletes enrolled in Woodward Midweek Training. Training takes place at Woodward Park City. More information coming soon.

Holiday Camp is included for all Freeride athletes, regardless of program. Training takes place at Solitude on the following days:
Monday, December 29; Tuesday, December 30; Wednesday, December 31, 2025; and Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Dryland Training is available in the fall pre-season and prepares athletes for winter competition. Training sessions are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, September 30 through mid- November. Athletes develop strength, improve conditioning, cultivate mental health, and learn proper nutrition in a supportive environment.

Private race coaching is available upon request; please call for pricing and availability.