U16 Performance Group

This program includes unlimited access to all training sessions offered by NAC up until March 15th and can include training opportunities up to 5x per week. There are no additional costs for Christmas, March Break or additional day camps (should such be offered). Additional training opportunities after March 15th may be available and MAY incur additional fees.

For the 2026-27 season, ALL NAC programming (Coaches, Athletes, Supporters) will embrace Alpine Canada’s renewed commitment to Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD), which assesses, tracks, and fosters growth in athletes through eight stages, and is now digitally powered through the Strive mobile app.

THIS IS A PERFORMANCE-BASED PROGRAM!

Each athlete will have an Individual Athletic Plan prepared for the season which will identify their specific training requirements to support the competitions they wish to attend. The program is designed to support additional racing opportunities, including those outside the region, culminating in the U16 OCUP Finals being hosted by Searchmont in March 2027. This program will expose athletes to additional training resources such as video analysis and wireless timing on an extensive basis.

Participation in off-season dryland training activities is required to be successful in this program. Athlete participation and scoring in the Alpine Canada fitness combine is mandatory to compete in sanctioned OCUP events. The LSDA Athletic Committee will announce dates for this testing to be completed in Fall 2026.

Specific expectations for the Performance program include:

·      Bringing a winning mentality and an enthusiastic approach to training.  Athletes should be developing a personal motivation to work hard, to be attentive and ever-respectful of other athletes and coaches, and an understanding that those traits will lead to success both on and off the hill.  Routine attendance in all training sessions, punctual arrivals so as to not inhibit starting on-time, and full participation in all aspects of the program (eg. video follow-up) are expected.

·      A commitment to physical health - strength, agility, and coordination.  Participation in fall dryland fitness sessions and other off-season strength and conditioning activities is strongly encouraged, particularly in the absence of other competitive sports.  Good nutrition is to be maintained, and athletes should appreciate the benefits of healthy eating habits.

·      Enhanced attention to ski racing equipment and a commitment to having appropriate race gear.  Appreciation for having and maintaining proper equipment, and a commitment to tuning are the norm. Athletes are expected to be able to independently maintain properly tuned equipment so as to optimize performance.

·      Families and other supporters are needed to help run the club’ programs, races and other events.  There is an incredible variety of opportunities to be involved or otherwise support the club, including race officiating, training lane and race course maintenance and safety environments (eg, slipping, netting), off-season facility maintenance and construction, organizing or participating in fundraising (eg, volunteering at bingos), event planning (eg, year-end banquet), and more....those who are unsure how they can help should contact the NAC Board Volunteer Coordinator (Sarah Furlotte - furlottesarah@gmail.com).  It (truly does) take a community!!

Races & Events Included with Program Fees:

• NAC Invitational Series

• Moose Cup and Lydia Kutra Memorial Series (@Mt. Baldy; requires additional race registration fee)

• Loch Lomond Club Championship

Additional Targeted Races & Events*

• Mealey Classic in Searchmont ( TBC- February 2027)

• U16 OCUP Finals in Searchmont ( TBC -March 1 2027)

*These events require additional event registration and coaching costs (along with travel costs & lift tickets).

Eligibility

Alpine Ontario/Alpine Canada Eligibility for 2026-27 Season

U16 (ages 14 and 15) 2011,2012

Program Dates

 Length: 14 Weeks

First Weekend on Snow: December 12/13, 2026*

Last Weekend on Snow: March 13/14, 2027*

*Start and end dates are contingent on snow conditions