U10

Overview

• MSRC’s U7 & U10 Program are designed to develop skiing fundamentals, confidence, curiosity, and a love for the sport. This includes a focus on parallel skiing, timing cues such as pole plant, and the ability to control the ski in varying environments. Based on Alpine Canada’s “Snow Stars” development levels, athletes will progress from a “skier essentials” standpoint towards a “learn to train” focus in preparation for moving on to the U12 program.

• Time on snow and quantity of runs are a major focus in this development stage. The program structure will reflect a focus on getting as much skiing in as possible, while incorporating training environments that will create fun challenges to promote skill development. Competition events at the U7/U10 age are structured for simplicity and fun in order to provide a means to introduce racing concepts and competition rules.

• Typical events available within U7/U10 program

  • U7
    • Martock Race
    • Crabbe March Break Camp
    • Slingshot (Wentworth Race)
  • U10
    • Martock Race
    • Crabbe March Break Camp
    • Slingshot (Wentworth Race)
    • Poley Race
    • PEI Race
    • Ben-Eoin Race

There are 3 Programs for U10. 

• U7 (2017, 2018) 2 days Saturday/Sunday on snow training (no fall dryland training for this group)
• U10 Development Level Program (2014, 2015, 2016)  2 days Saturday/Sunday on snow training times + fall dryland training Sundays at Martock
• U10 Performance Level Program (2014, 2015, 2016)  3 days Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday + fall dryland training Sundays at Martock

U7 Program  2 Days (January 20, 2024 - March 31, 2024)  

• 2 Day On-Snow Weekend Training at Martock (2 days Saturday/Sunday) on snow training times:  (3 hours, 9:00am - 12:00pm)
  • Sat Jan 20th 2024 - First Day on Snow 
  • Sun March 31 2024 - Last Day on Snow
• Event Registration and Participation in the Martock Annual Race 
• U7 Athlete/Parent Information Session (Sunday Oct 15th 2023)
• No Dryland Training

U10 Program Program 2 Days (September 24th, 2023 - March 31, 2024) 

• 1 Day Off-Snow Dryland Training at Martock (Sundays) Training times: (2 hours, 10:00am - 12:00pm)
  • Sun Sept 24th 2023 - First Dryland
  • Sun Nov 5th 2023 - Last Dryland
• 2 Day On-Snow Weekend Training at Martock (2 days Saturday/Sunday) on snow training times:  (4 hours, 9-11am, 11:45am -1:45pm)
  • Sat Jan 20th 2024 - First day on Snow
  • Sun March 31st 2024 - Last day on snow
• Event Registration and Participation in the Martock Annual Race 
• U10 Athlete/Parent Information Sessions (Sunday Oct 15th 2023)

U10 Performance Program 3 Days (September 24, 2023 - March 31, 2023) 

• 1 Day Off-Snow Dryland Training at Martock (Sundays) Training times: (2 hours, 10:00am - 12:00pm)
  • Sun Sept 24th 2023 - First Dryland
  • Sun Nov 5th 2023 - Last Dryland
• 3 Day On-Snow Training (Sat, Sun & Wednesday Nights, starting January 18th, 6:00pm)
  • Sat & Sunday Training at Martock  (4 hours, 9-11am, 11:45am -1:45pm)
  • Wednesday Night Training at Martock ( 3 hours, 6:00pm - 9:00pm is only for Performance Athletes Only) 

• Event Registration and Participation in the Martock Annual Race 
• Access to Google Drive with performance reviews and video analysis
• U10 Athlete/Parent Information Session (Sunday Oct 15th 2023)

Ages

• U7 - 2017 through 2018 (athletes must be 5 no later than December 31, 2023).
• Proof of birthday is required for all new members.

Ability

• Able to use the lifts (T-bar and/or Chairlift) independently,
• Ski top to bottom
• Be away from their parents for the duration of the training session. 

Should you have concerns with your child's skills, please identify this to a member of the coaching staff or executive in advance.  We will work with you and your child to achieve this goal early in the season.  Should you wish to take advantage of a private one-on-one lesson to prepare for the season, you can arrange this through Ski Martock here:  http://www.martock.com/first-timer/private-lessons/

Lift Pass

• Program fees do not include the cost of a lift pass.
• Lift passes are available directly from Ski Martock and can be purchased online.

Equipment

• Appropriate clothing for weather conditions
• CSA certified ski helmet 
• Skis
• Additional information session will be held in the fall to review equipment needs of this program

Alpine Ski Nova Scotia / Alpine Canada Membership Fee (Mandatory Insurance)

• All U10 skiers are subject to a ASNS / ACA membership is included with your club registration. 
• This fee covers your competitor association with the club, your competitors’ license and mandatory general liability insurance with Alpine Canada (ACA). 

MSRC Program Fee

U7 Program  Days (January 20, 2023 - March 31, 2024) - $665.00

U10 Program Program 2 Days (September 24, 2023 - March 31, 2024) - $665.00

U10 Performance Program 3 Days (September 24, 2023 - March 31, 2024) - $785.00

Breaks are included in training times. We encourage athletes to attend as many sessions as possible. However, it is not mandatory for your child to attend all days in the schedule. 

Additional events / training opportunities planned for 2023/2024 are available to all athletes on a user pay per basis.  Details on MSRC events (race opportunities, Camps will be provided on the website and by email).