U10

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Eligible birth years:

• U10: athletes born in 2017–2018

​U.S. Ski & Snowboard age classifications are based on the athlete’s age as of 12/31/26.

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U10 is a competitive alpine racing program for athletes ages 8–9 who are ready to expand their racing experience in a structured and supportive environment. 

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Program Highlights:

• Focus on athletic and competitive development

• Structured training in a fun and supportive team environment

• Introduction to racing fundamentals and competition preparation

• Development of confidence, independence, and mountain awareness

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Training Focus:

• Develop strong foundational skiing skills and all-mountain confidence

• Improve balance, edging, pressure control, and turn shape in varied terrain

• Introduce basic race tactics, course inspection, and gate training

• Build technical fundamentals in slalom and giant slalom

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Competition Opportunities:

• Participation in recreational home races

• Select athletes may attend regional travel races based on coach recommendation and athlete readiness

• Continued exposure to structured competition environments

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Primary Disciplines:

• Slalom

• Giant Slalom

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Athlete Requirements​:

• New athletes are subject to a tryout evaluation before acceptance or have a US Ski & Snowboard race profile established. 

• Maintain an active U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and Pennsylvania Alpine Racing Association (PARA) memberships. 

• Membership fees and race entry fees (race fees, lift tickets, travel, lodging) are separate from Blue Mountain program tuition.

• Athletes are required to hold a valid Blue Mountain season pass​​