Alpine  Programs

U-8 (6 or 7 years old as of 12/31/25):

This age group is for 6 and 7 year olds, many of whom are being introduced to the ski racing for the first time and for whom every day is an exploration of what the mountain has to offer in a fun and supportive environment. Participants must be able to ride the lift on their own, ski with poles, and ski the entire mountain. Our coaches are a mix of seasoned instructors and former racers who will guide these future stars down side trails, through glades, across mogul fields, and down terrain parks as well as through the occasional race course. Learning the concepts of fore-aft balance, ankle flexion, and the introduction to a pole plant are all attainable goals at this age. It is amazing how much this age group can learn when more is expected! There will be a lead coach providing direction and guidance exclusively to this age group. Athletes are strongly encouraged to participate in age appropriate off mountain races, as well as fun races held at Pleasant Mountain. These young boys and girls are the future of our race team. Our goal is to provide a fun, adventurous environment where each youngster can into a future high-caliber ski racer. We take great pride in the progress made each year by this age group. For details on U-8 gear click here.

U-10 (8 or 9 years old as of 12/31/25): 

The U-10 training group consists of youths who are 8 and 9 years old (Under 10). This age level will be encouraged to play hard on the mountain while beginning to develop sound technical ski fundamentals and race tactics. There are a wide variety of abilities at this age level. Some children are being introduced to advanced ski technique, others have considerable racing experience. Regardless of experience and ability, PMRT wants weekend ski-race training at this age level to be the highlight of every child’s week. Coaches recognize that results at this age level are practically meaningless and that enthusiasm and sound fundamentals are more appropriate measures of success. Athletes will be introduced to gate training, however the emphasis will be on being able to ski the entire mountain, and to ski it well. Athletes will have the opportunity to participate at races off-mountain in Maine and New Hampshire. There will be emphasis on balance, pole touch and high-angle carving skills; skiing the mountain with control and surgical precision during free-ski runs. At the end of the season, we want parents to be amazed and proud at their children's love of skiing and fundamental/technical improvement. For details on U-10 gear click here.

U-12 (10 or 11 years old as of 12/31/25): 

The U-12 training group consists of 10 and 11 year olds eager to seek finer skills and an improved understanding of how balance correlates to success. This age level represents a window of opportunity for the development of ski-racing fundamentals. U-12s are old enough to focus and young enough to make radical improvements in a relatively short time frame. The mission at this age level is loads of mileage and lots of vertical, skied with prowess under the direction of coaches. Technique drills, gate drills and directed free skiing will be incorporated in equal amounts.  Coaches will assist U-12 athletes in making the transition from viewing the mountain simply as a playground, to also viewing it as a playing field where perfect practice makes great progress and where putting in the work is just as important as talent. For details on U-12 gear click here.

U-14 (12 and 13 years old as of 12/31/25): 

The U-14 training group consists of youths who are 12 and 13 years of age. This age level has the potential to be both the most exciting and the most challenging point in a young racer’s career. Children are turning into adolescents with commensurate changes in emotional and physical development, both of which can affect race results. At the U-14 level, mental skills (focus, resilience and emotional control) are integrated into training to help channel appropriate excitement and diffuse inappropriate pressure that may be brought to bear on young athletes. Coaches will prepare training programs that build on the skills developed at younger age levels. PMRT’s commitment is to teach (develop) fast skiing habits and competitive skills while safeguarding long-term athlete development. For details on U14 gear click here.

U-16 (14 and 15 years old as of 12/31/25):

The U-16 training group consists of athletes who are 14 and 15 years of age. This age group will transition into “seeded” competition. This means they will begin being seeded in races based on their USSA points earned in prior competitions (seeding determines start order and selection to higher level events). Athletes at this age continue to focus on development of both technical and tactical skills. As tempting as it can be, PMRT does not support athletes “chasing points” by entering as many races as they can find. PMRT is committed to managing starts while assisting athletes in becoming better skiers and more competitive athletes; a strategy that will result in better long-term race results. Finances and school schedules permitting, athletes will be encouraged to be 3-event skiers, engaging in the disciplines of Slalom, Giant Slalom (GS), and Super-G. The club also recognizes that for some athletes, high school racing will be their primary focus. At PMRT, these high school racers will receive the best weekend training in the region. For details on U-16 gear click here.

U-18 and U-21:

The U-18 and U-21 training group consists of athletes who are 16, 17, 18 and 19 years of age. For the most part, this age group will already have had considerable racing and training experience. However, we also welcome relative newcomers to the sport, particularly high school skiers. With an ambitious attitude, a new athlete can make great strides. For veteran athletes, there is focused preparation for racing at the highest level of USSA events. Because of their age and experience, this age group is expected to bring a higher degree of responsibility to their program and to show leadership on and off the hill, including as role models for their younger teammates. If an athlete is considering ski-racing in college, PMRT is dedicated to assist in making that transition. For details on U18+ gear click here.

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