The Freeride program gives skiers and snowboarders ages 12+ dedicated coaching to explore and compete in big mountain freeride competitions (whether they are skiing or snowboarding).
In freeride competitions, athletes are presented with a section of mountain to ski/ride, and the athlete chooses their own line. Athletes are judged based on their line choice down the course, control, fluidity, technique, style and energy. Most of our training time will focus on how to improve on each of these categories, and we'll also spend time learning how to inspect a run.
Primary competitions are with the International Freeskiers and Snowboarders Association (IFSA).
NEW FOR 2025-26: Freeride/Freeski Hybrid
HYBRID OPTION FOR AGES 13+
Since the start of Big Mountain and Park skiing, there has always been a crossover between the two disciplines. In the sport of Freeride (Big Mountain) we have seen an increased emphasis on air awareness, aerial maneuvers, and knowing how to ride transitions in competition. On the flipside, we have also
seen professional Freeski (Park) skiers finish their time competing in the park and transition into Big Mountain competitions with huge success. This program allows athletes to develop their riding in both areas regardless of which competition path they see themselves heading down.
This program will train three days a week.
Option 1: Thurs & Sat at Bridger with Freeride and Sun at Big Sky with Freeski
Option 2: Thursdays and Saturdays with the Freeski at Big Sky and Sun at Bridger with Freeride
You will need: A pass to both ski areas, appropriate equipment (avalanche beacon, skis that
they can hit rails/boxes on), and a desire to be committed.
Athletes will need to be a strong skier on the mountain. You do not need to be an expert in
the terrain park but foundational skills such as hitting table top jumps, some experience with
rails and boxes, and spinning rotations such as 360s are preferred.
Will you need to compete to be a part of this program? Yes, athletes will be required to
compete in IFSA/Big Mountain competitions and/or USASA Slopestyle and Rail Jam
competitions.
1.5 DAYS A WEEK
THURS: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
SAT: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
2 DAYS A WEEK
SAT: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
SUN: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
3 DAYS A WEEK
SAT: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
SUN: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
THURS: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
4 DAYS A WEEK
WED: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
THURS: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
SAT: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
SUN: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Sat & Thurs): Dec 13 - March 22
$1,300
Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 25
Winter (Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22
$1,700
Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 25
Winter (Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22
$2,000
Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22
$2,250
Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Wed, Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22
$2,490
Ramp Camp #1
July 15-19
Ramp Camp #2
August 14-19
REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 11.
August 11: Registration opens
September 22: Dryland Starts
October TBA: Team Highway Cleanup (9 - 11 a.m.)
October 15: Scholarship deadline
October TBA: Parent Info Meeting, online
Online: Concussion Baseline Testing
December 13: On-snow training begins
March 22: Last day
Baseline concussion testing recommended but not required. In the event an athlete does have a head injury, having baseline testing results on file allows your doctor to evaluate the injury and more accurately determine when an athlete can return to activity. Click here for info.