MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN FREESKI TEAM

We have encountered strong interest in all of our programs during this registration period and have reached capacity. Please inquire with the MMSST team administrator (PLonza@MammothResorts.com) for further information. We are currently accepting names to a wait list.

The Mammoth Mountain Freeski Team offers programs for skiers 9+ years old, including a wide variety of programs to suite all levels and ages with a focus on developing the skills needed to ski Mammoth’s prestigious parks and pipes, as well as exploring the whole mountain. Whether you are looking for a part-time program or have aspirations to join the US National Team, Mammoth Mountain Freeski Team has everything you will need to reach your goals.

Producing top athletes is important, but developing good people with people-skills is equally important to us. Education, courage, discipline, accountability, integrity and teamwork are all blended into the team experience. Success on and off the hill is measured by achievements, not just results.

Coaching

Our coaching staff is certified through USSA and USASA; they have the knowledge and experience to help any young skier set and reach their goals. The coaches ask our athletes to work hard towards their goals but there is always time for fun. We want our athletes to enjoy what they are doing so that they want to return tomorrow, next week, and next year. We strive to develop a lifelong passion for skiing and the mountains.

Top Athletes

The Freeski Team has a history of producing some of the best up and coming skiers in the world. Since the Freeski Team originated, team members have moved on to the U.S. and International Teams and competed at top-level international events.

Xander Yeadon – Olympian

Carlie Margulies – World Cup podium, US Freeski Team member

Cameron Brodrick – US Freeski Team member

Abigail Hansen – US Freeski Team member

Coaching & Top Athletes

Freeski Development Team

8–12 Year Olds

The Freeski Development Team is typically for riders working to develop the FUNdamentals of freeskiing. Training includes the events of halfpipe, slopestyle, boardercross, slalom and giant slalom. About 50% of training time is spent freeriding around the mountain looking for powder, trees and steeps, and ripping the groomed runs. Freeriding is important for attaining the mileage necessary to practice and refine the skills needed to ride the parks and pipes safely. Their main competitions are the USASA Unbound events at Mammoth and potentially USASA Nationals. The Freeski Development Team will be broken into groups relevant to skill level and aspiration.

Ability

The athlete should be able to link smooth consistent turns from the top of Broadway Express (CH 1) down Broadway (blue runs) with a solid basic stance without stopping. They must also be able to ride the groomed runs off of Face Lift Express (CH 3) and High-Five Express (CH 5) comfortably. All new Freeski Development Team members must pass a skiing ability assessment with a coach prior to receiving their uniform and joining the group.

Schedule

Season runs from November through April. Spring Camps are available to all athletes in this program through May and June (conditions permitting) at no extra cost. Freeski Development Team athletes are required to attend 50% of scheduled training opportunities.

Pricing

Offering new payment plan that allows you to spread out the registration fee over the length of the season, select this option during registration.

Full Time ( Wed, Thurs, Fri afternoons. All day Sat/Sun and select holidays)

$5,555

Ability, Schedule & Pricing

Freeski Junior Team

13-20 Years Old

The Freeski Team is broken out into groups based on skills and competition aspiration. In this program, skiers will develop the skills needed to ski all over the mountain in all conditions. They will also train in Mammoth’s Unbound Terrain Parks and learn the skills necessary to compete in events such as skiercross, big air, halfpipe, slopestyle, rail jams and big mountain freeskiing. They will compete in the Unbound USASA Series and possibly qualify for USASA Nationals at the end of the season.

Ability

The athlete should be able to link smooth consistent turns from the top of Broadway Express (CH 1) down Broadway (blue runs) with a solid basic stance without stopping. They must also be able to ride the groomed runs off of Face Lift Express (CH 3) and High-Five Express (CH 5) comfortably. All new team members must pass a skiing ability assessment with a coach prior to receiving their uniform and joining the group.

Schedule

The Freeski Team will begin training in November (conditions permitting) and finish in April. Spring Camps are available to all athletes in this program through May and June (conditions permitting) at no extra cost. Freeski Team athletes are required to attend 50% of scheduled training opportunities.

Pricing

Offering new payment plan that allows you to spread out the registration fee over the length of the season, select this option during registration.

Full Time (Wed, Thurs, Fri afternoons. All day Sat/Sun and select holidays)

$5,555

Ability, Schedule & Pricing

Big Mountain Competition Team

10+ Year Old Athletes (Must be 9 by Dec 31, 2021)

The Big Mountain Team refines technique and uses the whole mountain as its playground. The focus of this program is to develop the skills needed to ski all that Mammoth has to offer while having fun and learning about the alpine environment. Athletes who want to compete in big mountain competition can through the Tahoe Junior Free Ski Series and local Mammoth Big Mountain events.

Ability

Skiers must be able to ski comfortably on the entire mountain, in varied conditions and be comfortable skiing in the Unbound Terrain Parks. Skiing assessments are mandatory with the head coach to confirm placement within the program. Athletes who do not make the skills check may be placed in other programs on a case by case basis. This program is limited to the first 13 athletes that make criteria.

Schedule

Big Mountain Competition Team athletes will begin training in November (conditions permitting). They will train on snow Wed, Thurs and Fri afternoons, all day Sat/Sun and select holidays until the end of April on Mammoth Mountain. Evening trampoline and gym schedules will be announced when the program starts. Conditioning schedules will be communicated when on snow training finishes at Mammoth.

Pricing

Now offering a payment plan that allows you to spread the registration fee out over the length of the season, select this option during registration.

Full Time (Wed, Thurs, Fri afternoons. All day Sat/Sun and select holidays)

$4,895

Ability, Schedule & Pricing

Elite Team

All Ages (Skill-Based Entry)

The Elite Team is reserved for the highest caliber athletes who have the skill, attitude, maturity and work ethic of an elite athlete. This team is based 100% around competition and focuses on progressing skiing skills, and learning difficult and complex tricks while developing routines for competition.

Training

This group uses video equipment extensively and trains in halfpipe and slopestyle. Dryland training is an essential part of the program and consists of workouts at the team’s private gym, as well as trampoline sessions at Mammoth Trampoline Club. They also use airbags and other specialized training facilities to develop skills at an increased rate. Avalanche training courses are offered at an extra cost to those who want to venture into the backcountry. Summer conditioning and training camps are used to keep athletes on snow and competing with the best in the world.

Selection for Elite Team

Selections for this group will be at the discretion of the head coach and program and will be based on ability, attitude, commitment and motivation towards competition and training.

Schedule

The Elite Team begins training in November (conditions permitting). They train on snow Sunday–Thursday until the end of April. Evening trampoline and gym schedules will be announced when the program starts. Conditioning schedules will be communicated when on-snow training finishes on Mammoth Mountain. Elite Team athletes will have access to the Mammoth High Performance Camp and will train alongside the best in the world. Summer training trips to Mt. Hood, Saas Fee, New Zealand or other destinations will be a part of their summer schedule (additional costs apply). Mammoth Unified School District offers a flexible schooling program for all Mammoth Elite athletes. For more information on the school program contact Lora Wehsner at Lora@MammothFoundation.org.

Pricing

Now offering a payment plan that allows you to spread the registration fee out over the length of the season, select this option during registration.

$7,975

Training, Selection, Schedule & Pricing

#MammothFreeskiTeam

Contact

Pam Lonza, Administrator

Phone: 760.934.0795
Fax: 760.934.0641
Email: PLonza@MammothResorts.com

Mammoth Mountain Race Department Partners

Helly Hansen, Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation, Lucas Oil, Quiksilver, Roxy, Certified Gold US Ski & Snowboard