Mt Baldy Alpine Club Program 2012-13

2012-2013 Program Information

1.     Nancy Greene Program- The club will once again offer this popular entry level developmental ski racing program.  The program runs 9:30 to 12:00 every Sunday from January 6^th to March 10^th. While the emphasis of this program is on having fun and improving general skiing technique, a segment of every training day includes leading the kids in introductory racing skills. Instructors are certified and under the direction of our Level 2 team coach Yanni Lou Gagnon.

The fee for 2013 Nancy Greene program will be $250.00 (no HST) for ages 5 to 9.  We offer the most inexpensive program in the zone- with other similar half day programs for the year ranging from 295.00 to 340.00. There are 2 race weekends scheduled on the calendar: January 27th at Big White and the Apex zone finals March 2 to 3rd.

2.     U12 and U14 Racing Program- The U12 and U14 racing program is for competitive ski racers in slalom, giant slalom and ski cross looking to race regularly through the season. This program starts at the end of November and runs through to early April.

Club fees for 2012-2013 are $1250.00 for two full days of training on Saturday and Sunday each week and $500.00 for one full day of training.  A team jacket is provided in the cost for the season but must be returned clean at the end. Race fees for 4 events taking place through the year at Apex (Dec. 15-16 zone), Sun Peaks (Jan. 12-13 zone), Silver Star (March 28-31 Provincials), and Revelstoke (April  13-14- zone final) are included in the registration. Additional races may also be added to the schedule and cost will be discussed with families for these as we progress through the season.

3.     Racing Camp- This year we plan to have a Christmas camp before the start of the season. If you bring a new friend to the camp and have paid your Club fees before the camp, it's free.  Camp will be on Saturday, Dec. 29th. The 1/2 day fee is $25.00 and a full day fee is $50.00.  This will include a hot chocolate and a treat.  A time trial race will also be done with a prize at the end for participating.

4.     Special offers- There are several special incentives for members this season:

Ø  New Season pass purchases for Mt Baldy are eligible for a 100.00 contribution to a Mt Baldy Alpine Club seasonal registration.

Ø  Families registering a 2nd child in a Mt Baldy Alpine Club program, will receive $50.00 off the second registration fee.

5.     Club contact and registration details- For more information or to register for race programs contact: Paul@okaped.com

Mt Baldy Alpine Club Program 2012-13

2012-2013 Program Information

1.     Nancy Greene Program- The club will once again offer this popular entry level developmental ski racing program.  The program runs 9:30 to 12:00 every Sunday from January 6^th to March 10^th. While the emphasis of this program is on having fun and improving general skiing technique, a segment of every training day includes leading the kids in introductory racing skills. Instructors are certified and under the direction of our Level 2 team coach Yanni Lou Gagnon.

The fee for 2013 Nancy Greene program will be $250.00 (no HST) for ages 5 to 9.  We offer the most inexpensive program in the zone- with other similar half day programs for the year ranging from 295.00 to 340.00. There are 2 race weekends scheduled on the calendar: January 27th at Big White and the Apex zone finals March 2 to 3rd.

2.     U12 and U14 Racing Program- The U12 and U14 racing program is for competitive ski racers in slalom, giant slalom and ski cross looking to race regularly through the season. This program starts at the end of November and runs through to early April.

Club fees for 2012-2013 are $1250.00 for two full days of training on Saturday and Sunday each week and $500.00 for one full day of training.  A team jacket is provided in the cost for the season but must be returned clean at the end. Race fees for 4 events taking place through the year at Apex (Dec. 15-16 zone), Sun Peaks (Jan. 12-13 zone), Silver Star (March 28-31 Provincials), and Revelstoke (April  13-14- zone final) are included in the registration. Additional races may also be added to the schedule and cost will be discussed with families for these as we progress through the season.

3.     Racing Camp- This year we plan to have a Christmas camp before the start of the season. If you bring a new friend to the camp and have paid your Club fees before the camp, it's free.  Camp will be on Saturday, Dec. 29th. The 1/2 day fee is $25.00 and a full day fee is $50.00.  This will include a hot chocolate and a treat.  A time trial race will also be done with a prize at the end for participating.

4.     Special offers- There are several special incentives for members this season:

Ø  New Season pass purchases for Mt Baldy are eligible for a 100.00 contribution to a Mt Baldy Alpine Club seasonal registration.

Ø  Families registering a 2nd child in a Mt Baldy Alpine Club program, will receive $50.00 off the second registration fee.

5.     Club contact and registration details- For more information or to register for race programs contact: Paul@okaped.com

New Head Coach for the Mt Baldy Alpine Club

The Mt Baldy Alpine Club has been evolving in a exciting direction over the last 5 years,  from a Nancy Greene racing program to full U12 and U14 ski racing program.  The coach behind this exciting growth and success has been Warren Everton and the great parent volunteers of the racers.  The program has taken the next step forward hiring a full time Head Coach, Yanni Lou Gagnon.

Yanni  is a 24 year old CSCF Level 2 certified ski racing coach.   Skiing since age 3, and cousin to Canadian Alpine Racer Marie-Michele Gagnon. Yanni started skiing in Lac-Etchemin around Quebec city on a ski hill called Mont-Orignal.   Raced from age 5 to 19.   In the K1 Quebec winter Games, she finished 1st in Super-G race and took the 2nd place on the GS.   Yanni raced for bigger mountains all over the province and  was always in the top 5.   At the age of 17 she attained her Level 1 in coaching and level 2 at age 18.  Yanni brings to Mt Baldy, five years of coaching experience from Quebec, a solid Province of technical ski racers.  Yanni is quoted, "I'll be the headcoach this winter,  it's the most amazing experience for me, I'm so happy".    Her philosophy with ski racers, " as long as I can transmit my knowledge, experience and passion to those kids while  having fun,  they will improving themselves as ski racers and people" .  Yanni has assisted coaching at Mt Baldy for one season,  this transition to Head Coach is exciting for both the club, racers and Yanni,  "I love coaching at Baldy and realize this is my lifetime dream. Go racers go !!!"

Yanni was asked who has had the most influence  in your skiing life?  "It was first of all my dad,  my best fan ever.   I needed him every morning before my race,  just to hear his voice .   Also, my coach Michel Paquette of 4 years,  he was really good for me".

If your interested in our great ski racing program and  have a son or daughter,  age 5 and older ,  please contact the club for registration for Nancy Greene starting the beginning of January,  and the  U12 and U14 starting with training at the end of November.   Contact Paul at okaped.com or check out our blog "baldyracers.blogspot.com/".  Our program is about fun, progression and just becoming a great skier with the friends of Mt Baldy.