ASCENT JUNIOR - SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
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LOVE SKI RACING.
A fun, safe, and professionally coached introduction to alpine racing for athletes ages 6-14. Train at Pine Knob, Mt. Holly, and Alpine Valley while building strong skiing fundamentals, confidence, race-day experience, and a lifelong love of the sport.
Ascent Junior Ski Racing
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
AGES
6-14
LOCATIONS
Pine Knob
Mt. Holly
Alpine Valley
OPTIONS
1, 2, or 3 training days
SEASON
Approximately 10 weeks + races
(12/9 - 2/25)
Choose Your Path to Ski Racing Success
CHOOSE THE RIGHT PROGRAM
1 DAY
$675 for 10 training sessions and approximately 16 total opportunities. Ideal for new racers and busy multi-sport families.
2 DAYS
$895 for 20 training sessions and approximately 26 total opportunities. Most popular choice for families seeking balance in progress and flexibility.
3 DAYS
$1,095 for 31 training sessions and approximately 37 total opportunities. Best for athletes who are passionate about skiing and want accelerated development.
Confidence, fundamentals, and a pathway forward.
Why Families Choose Ascent
Development at Every Stage
Ascent Junior Ski Racing welcomes both first-time racers and athletes with racing experience who are continuing to build their skills before moving into Pinnacle. Professional coaching develops strong skiing fundamentals, race technique, confidence, and independence, with training adapted to each athlete’s experience and readiness.
STRONG SKIER DEVELOPMENT
Training develops balance, edging, pressure control, movement, and all-mountain skiing—the foundation behind every successful ski racer.
COMPETITION & A CLEAR PATH
Positive Sunday race opportunities help athletes use their skills, measure progress, and enjoy race day. Athletes ready for more have a direct developmental pathway into Pinnacle Alpine Racing.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Multiple hills. Purposeful progression.
TRAINING OPTIONS
Monday - Pine Knob 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Monday - Alpine Valley 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday - Mt. Holly 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday - Pine Knob 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday - Alpine Valley 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Saturday - Alpine Valley 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Sunday - Sunday Race Series (6 races)
Families select fixed training days during registration. Two- and three-day athletes may combine available locations, allowing them to experience different terrain while remaining part of one connected Ascent team.
WHAT ATHLETES WILL LEARN
- Strong fundamental skiing skills
- Balance, edging, pressure control, agility, and athletic movement
- Slalom and giant-slalom fundamentals
- Course inspection, starts, finishes, line choice, and basic race tactics
- Confidence, resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship
Confidence, fundamentals, and a pathway forward.
PROGRAM DETAILS
THE ASCENT RACE EXPERIENCE
Approximately six positive, age-appropriate race opportunities with coach support, race-day guidance, team camaraderie, and a focus on personal progress—not just finishing place.
IS THIS THE RIGHT FIT?
Designed for athletes ages 6–13 who can load and unload a chairlift independently, ski and stop with control, participate in a group environment, listen to coaches, and enjoy learning outdoors. Prior racing experience is not required.
WHAT THE FEE INCLUDES
Your selected training days, professional coaching, Sunday Race Series support, technical skiing, drills, gate training, race preparation, team communication, and a developmental pathway into Pinnacle Alpine Racing.
Season passes or lift tickets, equipment, transportation, lodging, food, race-entry fees when applicable (non-Sunday Race Series), and optional camps are separate unless specifically identified as included.
READY TO REGISTER?
Choose your package and preferred training schedule during registration.
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