ASC TRAINING CENTER
Varsity Ski Team
Follow The Alpine Program
CHICO – COLFAX – DAVIS – DEL ORO – DURHAM – EL DORADO – LOYALTON – NEVADA UNION – OAK RIDGE – PLACER – PLEASANT VALLEY – PONDEROSA – QUINCY
Program
The training arena can accommodate up to three–four ski teams per training session. This is in order to optimize the amount of attention received by each athlete. Two to four highly experienced coaches will be present at each session.
Session Specification
Each session will be a progression, building up on the previous session. Each session will have a theme, either GS or SL, with two racecourses set next to each other in order to accommodate the differences in the ability of the athletes (see previous section). If all athletes are approximately of the same level, the two racecourses will be identical, the intent being to minimize wait time at the starting gate.
Special Note
ASC is offering an opportunity for Varsity Athletes and Parents to be volunteer coach our Development Teams on Saturdays and Sundays. Volunteer days could offset the ASC tuition fees.
About
The Varsity Program is only available to athletes that sign up through their school team. ASC coaches work alongside and assist varsity coaches. Our ASC coaches provide high level coaching while setting up and maintaining training courses. In addition to gate training, ASC offers directed freeskiing and fundamental drills for each athlete. The high school coaches work with ASC staff to schedule a set number of training days for your team each season. Varsity teams train in the ASC race arena at Boreal Mountain Resort. Coaching and support are included for CNISSF division races and CNISSF State and Regional Championships. Athletes can purchase discounted IKON, Woodward, and Boreal season passes.
Step 1
CONTACT YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COACH FOR TEAM INFORMATION AND DETAILS.
Step 2
REGISTER FOR ASC TRAINING THROUGH THE LINK PROVIDED BY YOUR COACH
Training packages are pre-selected by your school coach.
Step 2
PURCHASE THE ATHLETE’S BOREAL SEASON PASS
Located on your confirmation page after completing ASC registration.
Information
ASC receives discounted Boreal season passes for registered athletes. You will find the ASC-specific link to purchase these passes on your team’s Ski Club Pro registration system page and in your confirmation email.
PRICING
Teen Pass: $245
Night-Only Pass: $125
IMPORTANT: These passes may only be purchased by/for a registered ASC athlete. Parents/guardians, siblings, friends, etc. are not eligible to buy passes through our discount link. Unauthorized passes will be turned off without a refund.
Skill Level:
Participants must be able to ski at an advanced/black diamond terrain level. SEE VIDEOS FOR EXAMPLES:
Varsity Ski Team
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE TRAINING PACKAGE?
Your high school coach will work with ASC’s staff to determine a set number of training days for your team each season, usually between 7 – 10 days. These days, ASC secures training space in Boreal’s race arena, sets up and maintains training courses, and provides high-level coaching and feedback for athletes after each run. We also provide coaching at races and State Championships.
I’M HAVING TROUBLE PURCHASING THE BOREAL PASS.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties while buying a Boreal pass, please review our Purchasing Instructions document before contacting support.
HOW DO I PICK UP MY BOREAL PASS?
After you purchase your pass, you will receive a confirmation email from Boreal with instructions. Once purchased, bring this confirmation email to one of the kiosks at the mountain and follow the directions there to get your pass. If you do not receive the confirmation email (check your spam folder!), please reach out to Boreal directly.
CAN I BUY A DISCOUNTED SEASON PASS FOR A PARENT OR SIBLING?
ONLY registered ASC athletes can purchase a pass with the link. Our apologies that we cannot offer this savings to family members, friends, etc.
Unauthorized passes bought will be shut off.
WHAT IS MY TEAM’S TRAINING SCHEDULE?
Please reach out to your high school coach for questions about schedules and team specifics.
CAN PARENTS WATCH TRAINING?
Due to athlete safety requirements, only approved ASC and school coaches may be inside the race arena during training. If a parent is a Boreal pass or ticket holder, they may watch from outside the rope lines.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER AGAIN IF I’M ALREADY PART OF A REGULAR ASC TEAM?
Nope! If you’re already part of an ASC team like Devo Riders, Weekend Riders, or Full Time Riders, your high school training fees are waived. We will simply add your name to your school’s roster as well.
DO YOU OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE?
Absolutely! ASC’s goal is to provide young people from all financial backgrounds with the opportunity to ski and snowboard. We have options for financial assistance, including payment plans and need-based scholarships.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Click here to view our refund policy. It has been amended to include details about COVID-19 cancellations.
Information For Coaches
REQUIREMENTS FOR COACHES
- A letter from your Athletic Director (signed and on school letterhead) approving all staff as approved school coaches.
- Each coach must sign ASC’s liability waiver.
OVID PROTOCOL FOR THE 2023-2024 SEASON
As of Sept. 1, 2023 we continue to not have Covid19 policies in place. However, we closely monitor the CDC’s suggestions, including guidance from the State of California and Nevada County. Should anything change, we will post updates here on our website.
BOREAL SEASON PASSES
Teams receive the following complimentary and discounted passes from Boreal per discipline:
- 1-8 athletes: 1 comp pass + 1 paid pass at $290
- 9+ athletes: 2 comp passes + 2 paid passes at $290
After we receive the letter from your A.D. and you have signed our waiver, your name will be added to a Google Spreadsheet shared between us and Boreal’s pass office. You will pick up your pass from one of the outside ticket windows. Let them know you are an ASC coach and are on the list. If you are receiving a paid pass, payment will be due at the time of pick-up, paid directly to Boreal at the ticket window. Ask for Cheyanne or Tyler if there are any problems with picking up passes.
ROSTERS
You will receive a link from our Program Administrator to a Google Sheet that contains your list of registered athletes. Rosters will be continually updated as registrations roll in.
CONTACT(S)
Scheduling, training, equipment, or other on-snow questions? Please contact Chris Lindsay
Registration, season pass, or other administrative questions? Please contact Program Administrator, Inger Norman at inger@asctrainingcenter.org
Important Documents
Find important documents and resources on the website or log in to your account.