Competition Programs
U-8 (age 7) — $375
Jan. 2 through March 6 | Wednesdays, 4:15-6:15 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:45-11 a.m.
This is an eight-week beginner-level training program. 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. Head Coach Robin Payson.
U-10 (ages 8-9) — $375
Jan. 2 through March 6 | Wednesdays, 4:15-6:15 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:45-11 a.m.
This eight-week training 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. Skiers must be able to confidently ski the mountain and ride the chairlift without adult help. Head Coach Rob Kaczor and Assistant Coach Bracket Dow.
U-12 (ages 10-11) — $675
Jan. 2 through March 6 | Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4:15-6:15 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:45-11 a.m.
Following the progression developed by USSA coaches, this eight-week training program takes them to the next level! Athletes in this program learn the skills 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 some regular-season middle school races. Athletes who want to attend the middle school state championship races must sign up for the U14 program. This program is not suitable for skiers who are still wedging or those who cannot ski from the top of the Snow Bowl without assistance. Head Coach Chris Rogers and Assistant Coach Brian Kelly.
U-14 (ages 12-14) — $710
Jan. 2 through March 6 | Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:45-11 a.m.
Middle School Race Team: This athlete can ski everything: the steeps, the trees, the terrain park, ice, powder, and gates. This eight-week training 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. Head Coach Ryan Hurly and Assistant Coach Anna Dougal.
Masters — $235
Jan. 2 through March 6 | Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.
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 in Masters training. Courses will be timed and video will be used to provide feedback between runs. Head Coach Steve Swartz and Assistant Coach Chris Rogers.
Freestyle
Jan. 4 through March 6
Session 1: Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.
Session 2: Saturdays, 10-11:30 a.m.
Session 3: Saturdays, noon-1:30 p.m.
$600 for all three sessions OR pick two sessions/week for $410
Whether your goal is to better your skills in the terrain park, in the trees, compete in freestyle competitions or you are a newcomer, the Freestyle program at the Camden Snow Bowl will give you the skills to succeed. The new Freestyle program will teach athletes the tools to progress their skiing all over the mountain. Coach Adam will teach athletes aspects of freestyle and necessary fundamental skills throughout the season. The program will focus on teaching athletes park etiquette, learning tricks through progression and the skills needed to be a well-rounded skier. It is our goal to work with each individual athlete to focus in the areas of skiing he or she wishes to pursue in freestyle skiing as part of an exciting new team. Head Coach Adam Tangerone.
Happy Skiers @ CSB = Skiers for Life!
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.
Chris Rogers, Competition Director
Chris grew up racing at the Snow Bowl. Chris is a USSA Level 100 certified coach. He brings more than 15 years of alpine race coaching and more than two decades of teaching experience to the mountain — and lots of energy to the program.