Ski the Sea, Camden, Maine

Youth Development and Competition Programs

About the Program

The goals of the Camden Snow Bowl racing programs are to:

1) Improve skiing/snowboarding ability.
2) Have fun.
3) Provide quality race training and racing experiences.
4) Develop a lifelong passion for the sport.

Our programs are designed to help participants of all ages, and a wide range of abilities, to realize their highest potential as an athlete, competitor and person. We foster the love of skiing by providing a positive and supportive environment.

We believe that the development of the total athlete is more important than winning; and that the thrill of competition, when guided by a dedicated coaching staff, can be very rewarding and an opportunity to learn valuable life lessons.

NOTE: To be eligible for U-8 programs, skiers must be able to confidently ski the mountain, including making parallel turns, and ride the chairlift without adult assistance. If any of those qualifications can't be met, please consider enrolling your skier in KATS lesson programs.

We foster the love of skiing by providing a positive and supportive environment. We believe that the development of the total athlete is more important than winning; and that the thrill of competition, when guided by a dedicated coaching staff, can be very rewarding and an opportunity to learn valuable life lessons.

Before an athlete can become a truly great ski racer, he or she must become a great skier. We do this by having FUN, building self-esteem, and following the USSA (United States Skiing Association) Alpine Training System with the Skills Quest program as a daily focus.

Skiers in our program are taught by coaches who, as a group, have decades of racing and coaching experience, and continue to further their coaching education. Most coaches have their USSA level 100 coaching certification.

Program fees include the use of a team storage space at the Snow Bowl for skis and poles, a tuning room, and a space to boot up.

For questions and more information, contact Competition Director Chris Rogers at race@camdensnowbowl.com.

Note: For information about the Camden Hills Regional High School Racing Program, contact CHRHS Alpine Coach Michele Metzler via email at michele.metzler@fivetowns.net.
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2023-2024 Youth Development and Competitive Programs

Programs do not meet during February vacation week or on Feb. 3 due to Toboggan Nationals.

Download the Registration Form, print and return with payment.
Or register online below.

U-8

(age 7)

A beginner level program for 7-year-olds. Skiers must be able to confidently ski the mountain and ride the chairlift without adult help. Playful and fun. Ski poles will be introduced during the program.


January 3 – March 2 (8 weeks of training)
Wedesday 4:15-6:15 p.m., Saturday 8:45-11 a.m.

U-10

(ages 8-9)

This program is aimed at learning the fundamentals to be able to tear it up all over the mountain. It’s about having lots of fun, making new friends, improving skills, exploring the entire mountain, and learning the basics of racing.  Basic USSA Skills Quest drills will be introduced. More advanced skiers will be encouraged to give racing a try in the Snow Bowl Kombi (Jan. 21), and in Friday Night Racing. With Head Coach Rob Kaczor and Asst. Coach Brian Kelly.


January 3 – March 2 (8 weeks of training)
Wednesday 4:15-6:15 p.m., Saturday 8:45-11 a.m.

U-12

(ages 10-11)

Following the progression developed by USSA Coaches, this program takes them to the next level.  Athletes in this program learn the skills needed to make “carved” turns all over the mountain. Exploring the mountain and challenging the skiers is the goal. U12 athletes will be encouraged to race in the Kombi, and in some regular season middle school races. Athletes who want to go to the middle school state championship races need to sign up for the U14 program. Ten-year-old skiers who are still wedging or who are just out of the wedging stage may sign up for the U10 program as this may be a more suitable option than the U12 program. With Head Coach Chris Rogers and Asst. Coach Brackett Dow.


January 3 – March 2 (8 weeks of training)
Wednesday and Thursday 4:15-6:15 p.m., Saturday 8:45-11 a.m.

U-14

(ages 12-14)

Middle School Race Team

This athlete can ski everything: the steeps, the trees, the terrain park, ice, powder, and gates. This program is for athletes who have solid skills and want to take them to the next level. While fun is still what it’s all about, you will learn more advanced skills and racing tactics. Athletes in this program participate in the Maine Junior Ski league (aka middle school races), the Kombi, and may choose to go to a USSA race. Nordic skiing is introduced on select Mondays or Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m., weather and snow coverage permitting. Loaner Nordic equipment is provided. With Head Coach Ryan Hurly and Asst. Coach Anna Dougal.


January 3 – March 2 (8 weeks of training)
Wednesday and Thursday 4:30-6:30 p.m., Saturday 8:45-11 a.m.

Masters

Post-High School
(no upper age limit)

Would you like to stay sharp in the gates, or turbocharge your skiing experience with competition techniques? Want to improve your Friday Night Racing results? Join us for gate training and free skiing drills on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. Courses will be timed and video will be used to provide feedback between runs. With Head Coach Steve Swartz and Asst. Coach Chris Rogers


January 3 – February 29 (8 weeks of training)
Wednesday and Thursday 6-7 p.m.

Friday
Night
Racing

Bring your friends, wax your skis or snowboard, and come have some Friday night fun shredding the giant slalom course under the lights! Open to all ages. If you don’t have a team, we’ll find you one.


January 5 – March 1 (7 weeks of racing)
Fridays 5-6:30 p.m.

$35

 per person
for the series

Register Online

Freestyle

(ages 8-18)

The Camden Snow Bowl Freestyle Program is back for the 2023/2024 season with Adam Tangarone returning as head coach and some exciting new additions!


January 3 – March 2 (8 weeks)
Wednesdays 4-6 p.m., Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. and noon-1:30 p.m.

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