Manitoba Alpine Ski Division offers a variety of programs for athletes of all ages. The role of the Manitoba Alpine Ski is to develop and organize the sport of alpine skiing in Manitoba. Representing ski clubs throughout the entire Province, Manitoba Alpine coordinates skiing development and racing programs.

SKIER ESSENTIALS 

Nancy Greene Ski League (Ages 6-8)

For children between the ages of 6 and 8, the Nancy Greene Ski League program is an excellent beginning to the world of ski racing.

The Nancy Greene Ski League (NGSL) is a national program, used by all ski divisions in Canada, aimed at all entry levels ski racers, for the introduction of basic ski and ski racing skills.  The program is offered to children aged 6 to 8 years old.

The goal is to develop skiing skills in a non-competitive environment.  Athletes compete as part of a club team.  Teams are of mixed age, gender, and ability.  The HUSKY Snow Stars Skill Development model is used to develop "Skier Essentials" in young racers.

Through games, exercise, and technical free skiing, the children develop skiing skills in a natural and relaxed manner.  The racing component of the Nancy Greene Ski League is important, but the competition is only used as a learning tool.  Racers compete as a team to win. The emphasis is on skill development, team building, and fun, with three/four races scheduled per season.

LEARN TO TRAIN 

Rising Stars (Ages 9-12)

This program is designed with the developing young race3r in mind.  The Rising Stars program is built on a foundation of sport science with the focus on development of the mind and body on and off the snow.  Through on-snow skill training and an introduction to individual competition, children learn the beginnings of critical reflection skills in a positive environment.  The HUSKY Snow Stars Skill Development model is used to teach racers through the necessary steps to "Learn to Train".

Skiing through skill training courses adds a fun challenge to our ski hills!  Our skier enjoy racing athletes in their age category for fun, and to measure teh development of their skiing skill - with new friends - a lifetime benefit of the sport! 

LEARN TO RACE 

The Manitoba Alpine Ski Series (Ages 13 +)

For skiers 13 and over, the Manitoba Alpine Ski Series (MASS) will introduce them to the competitive side of the sport and help them further their skiing skills. It serves both older entry-level ski racers and the Rising Stars graduates, and provides an introduction to higher level ski racing.  At this level athletes are in a phase of development called "Learn to Race".

The Manitoba Alpine Ski Series (MASS) is a national program, sanctioned by Alpine Canada Alpine, offered to ski racers 13 years of age and older.

Athletes are involved in a dry land training program starting in the summer. Primary aims are skill development and training in an elite setting. Most clubs offer Fall, Christmas, and other out-of-province camps for further training.

Racers in the MASS program are required to obtain a National Competitor Card which allows them the opportunity to compete in other National races in and out-of-province. The race series consists of five race weekends at ski hills across the province. The athletes race in traditional alpine events of Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G disciplines.

Among the life skills each young racer can learn are the benefits of goal setting, positive lifestyle choice, fair play, self confidence, healthy competition, enjoyment, participation in a positive setting and planned skill development help the athletes succeed.

Manitoba Masters Alpine Ski Series (18 +)

Older athletes over the age of 18 can qualify for the Manitoba Masters Alpine Ski Series  This series is geared for skiers of all ranges of ability and experience over the age of eighteen.  Manitoba Master Alpine Ski Series is an alpine ski racing/snowboarding series that attracts keen competitive racers and at the same time offers enjoyment to the recreational skier.

 School & Corporate Race Clinics 

Looking for a safe and fun challenge for your group's ski/snowboarding outings?  The Manitoba Alpine "Head to Head" slalom clinic (and optional race) is the thing to turn your day or evening into a memorable event.  Certified coaches give you tips on skiing an entry level race course and time each run.  We supply the course and the coaches, you supply the fun! Get your group together, challenge a friend and become a ski legend for a day.  Call 925 5715 for information.

Coaching programs

This program allows applicants to become certified coaches in either alpine or snowboard racing. To learn more about the Coaching Programs offered through Manitoba Alpine, please consult the official web page of Canadian Ski Coaching Federation (C.S.C.F.) and Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (C.A.S.I.) at http://www.snowpro.com

Instructor programs

These programs allow applicants to become certified instructors in either alpine skiing or snowboarding.  Manitoba Alpine Ski Division has two separate programs to educate people in the fields of alpine skiing and snowboarding instructing. 

Canadian Ski Instructors' Alliance (C.S.I.A.) Introductory Program

Description:

• Introduction to the CSIA skiing and teaching methodology;
• Strategies to develop skiers from beginner to intermediate parallel using the skill development method;
• Techniques and strategies for effective detection and correction of errors;
• Candidates receive personal feedback on their ski performance, including video analysis;
• Workshop on customer service.

For more information contact Claude Roy, CSIA Manitoba Program Coordinator at 254 5159 or visit the official web page of the Canadian Ski Instructors' Alliance (CSIA) at http://www.snowpro.com.

Member Benefits  

Below is a listing of programs or services offered the benefits they receive as being members of the Manitoba Alpine Ski Division.  Funding for these programs are achieved through Membership fees, fundraising, bingo allocation and corporate support. 

Racers Handbook

The handbook with all the answers to questions  for racers/parents.  It is distributed through the clubs, and is about 20 pages long.  Click here for your copy.  Join a club!  It is all downhill from there.