FREERIDE & SNOWBOARDING


FREERIDE COMP TEAM 

ABOUT THE TEAM

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).

REQUIREMENTS
  • age 12 - 18
  • 1 to 2 years in BSF's Alpine, Freestyle or Freeride Devo or Comp programs (or equivalent experience)
  • Must be able to ski all terrain, including the Ridge and Schlashmans at Bridger Bowl

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.

SCHEDULE 

Fall: September 22 - October 24, 2025
Dryland is included for all athletes.

Mon & Fri 4:15 - 5:15 at Bogert Park
Optional: come as you can!

Winter: December 13 - March 22
You choose 1.5, 2, 3, or 4 days a week at Bridger Bowl.
Includes holiday camp dates (Dec 27 - 29) as well.

NEW FOR 2025-26: Freeride/Freeski Hybrid
Three days a week you split your time between Freeride and Freeski. Develop both Big Mountain and aerial skills. For ages 13+.

Option 1:  Thurs & Sat Freeride at Bridger, Sun Freeski at Big Sky.
Option 2: Thurs & Sat Freeski, with Sun Freeride at Bridger.  

  • 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

2025-26 Freeride
1.5 DAYS A WEEK

Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Sat & Thurs): Dec 13 -  March 22

$1,300

2025-26 Freeride
2 DAYS A WEEK

Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 25
Winter (Sat & Sun): Dec 13 -  March 22

$1,700

2025-26 Freeride & Freeski HyBRID
3 DAYS A WEEK

Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 25
Winter (Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 -  March 22

$2,000

2025-26 FREERIDE
3 DAYS A WEEK

Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22

$2,250

2025-26 FREERIDE
4 DAYS A WEEK

Fall: Sept 22 - Oct 24
Winter (Wed, Thurs, Sat & Sun): Dec 13 - March 22

$2,490

ramp Camp

Ramp Camp #1
July 15-19


Ramp Camp #2

August 14-19



REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 11.

BEFORE YOU REGISTER:
 Please be sure that your child has the necessary skills for their program and that you understand our refund policy.

 
REGISTERScholarships
Note: In order to register for a BSF program, you must have a current BSF 2025-26 annual membership. You can add your membership to your cart during registration.
 

2025-26 Important dates

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

IMPORTANT INFO

ADDITIONAL COSTS

PAYMENT PLANS

SCHOLARSHIPS

TEAM COMMUNICATIONS

VOLUNTEER HOURS

EQUIPMENT & THINGS YOU NEED

Transportation

CONCUSSION TESTING

BASE-LINE CONCUSSION TESTING

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.

COLD WEATHER POLICY

PARENT & ATHLETE RESOURCES

LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Questions?


Mike Papke, Freestyle Program Director
mike.papke@bridgerskifoundation.org