Welcome to MRT Programs

Meadows Race Team provides a number of training options for athletes of all ages beginning at age six. These programs are designed to provide a comprehensive skill development system to take the athlete as far in the sport as desired.

 

"From a Wedge to the World Cup" 

 

MRT's consistent philosophy is to achieve greatness through developing, skilled all-mountain skiers with a life-long love of the sport.

 

Follow the links above to find more information about the appropriate program for your athlete and to register ONLINE.

 
   
 
   

 
   
     
     

 

 

 Volunteer Commitment

 

Meadows race team has a long and proud history of hosting the highest quality ski races.  Races at Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort ensure a fun and successful experience for our youngest athletes and gives our older athletes the opportunity to compete in high level FIS races on their own hill. 

The goal of the volunteer commitment is two fold.  First is to continue providing high quality ski races.  Second is to keep program fees to a minimum (revenue created through our higher level races is a critical part of the MRT annual budget.)  

We require a $400 volunteer deposit check at the time of enrollment.  This check will only be cashed if volunteer commitments are not fulfilled.  Volunteering for races is a fun and exciting way for families to be involved with the sport of ski racing.  

Check out the following website for a list of some volunteer opportunities:  http://www.ussa.org/magnoliaPublic/ussa/en/formembers/officials/education.html

 

  • Weekend/One Day Programs require 4 volunteer days. 
  • Any family member or friend can serve on any MRT race day. Example: If you bring three friends or family to help on race day, this would count as your 4 volunteer days!
  • Race days will be posted in the Fall. Race Volunteer positions are limited per race and are first come, first serve.
  • Full Time Programs require 5 volunteer days.  Any family member or friend can serve on any MRT race day.  Race days will be posted in the Fall.  Race Volunteer positions are limited per race and are first come first serve.

 

Away Race Fees

 

Away race fees help cover coaches expenses for away races (logding, travel, food, etc.)  Away race fees are applied to any race that is not on Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort, Cooper Spur Resort, Ski Bowl, or Timberline.  

 

  • Weekend, One Day, High School, and College Programs require a $75 away race fee plus $40 per race day.
  • Full Time Programs only require $40 per away race day.

 Links
http://www.pnsa.org/ Pacific Northwest Ski Association
www.ussa.org  United States Ski Association - membership renewals & information
www.fis-ski.com International Ski Federation - FIS results, points, rankings 

Program Specifics
FIS Team:   For Alpine racers 15 and older who will ski at the FIS (international) racing level.  They will travel anywhere. 

J3 Team:    For 13-14 year old Alpine Racers, who show desire and passion for this sport.  The J3 Team can be designed as a year round team and the travel/training commitment is significantly greater than the Mighty Mite Programs.  They will travel within the Pacific Northwest Ski Association (OR, WA, ID) and Western Region when applicable.  Winter training Tuesday through Sunday and year round conditioning program and summer camp training opportunities are available.

J4 & J5 Team:   This team provides an introduction to travel.  Athletes will travel with parents.  Athletes compete in the Mt. Hood Mighty Mite Council, as well as additional regional races.  Winter training Wednesday through Sunday and Dryland training in the fall (October) is available for these athletes.  Summer Camps are recommended for these athletes. 


J6 Team: This team provides an introduction to ski racing.  They will compete in local races. 



 

Alpine Glossary of Terms and Information
J Class:  Your J (Junior) Class is the age group that you compete with.  Each J class covers 2 years (except for J1’s).  It is determined by the year you were born.  Alpine J classes are as follows (YOB begins Jan. 1):
    J1 – ages 17-19
    J2 – ages 15-16
    J3 – ages 13-14
    J4 – ages 11-12
    J5 – ages 9-10
    J6 – ages 8 and under

Alpine Disciplines
Slalom(SL): A slalom course is the shortest in distance, but contains the greatest number of turns.  Turns are short, quick and continuous.  Slalom is considered a technical event, as opposed to a speed event.
Giant Slalom (GS):  The Giant Slalom is the most fundamental alpine event.  Most young racers will start with Giant Slalom races.  Gates are placed at a maximum of 28 meters and a minimum of 12 meters apart.  GS is also considered a technical event.
Super Giant Slalom (Super G):  Super G is the bridge between Giant Slalom and Downhill, and is considered a speed event.  Athletes compete in Super G starting at the J4 level.
Downhill (DH):  Downhill is the fastest of the 4 alpine disciplines.  Athletes compete in Downhill starting at the J3 level. 

Equipment: All four disciplines require a different set of skis.  As athletes get older, the more specific their equipment becomes.    

Equipment Maintenance:  When athletes reach the J3 level, they learn how to become responsible for tuning and maintaining all equipment.

   
USSA: The United States Ski and Snowboard Association.  USSA is the governing body for the sport of skiing in the US.  It comprises three regions (Western, Eastern and Rocky Central). 


Western Region:  The Pacific Northwest Ski Association is one of five divisions that make up the greater Western Region.  These include the Intermountain Division (IMD), Far West (California), Northern Division (Montana) and Alaska.

Pacific Northwest Division (PNSA):  We are a part of the Pacific Northwest Ski Association which consists of clubs in the states of Oregon, Washington and Idaho.

FIS:  FIS is the International Federation of Skiing.  FIS represents the international ranking system versus USSA’s national ranking system.  FIS races are open to international competitors.  Athletes must be 15 and have a FIS license in order to race in a FIS Race.  Athletes will be advised when they are eligible and when they need to purchase the license.

Points Lists:  Once you have a competitive USSA license (J3 and older), you will have access to the Points List, which is broken down by discipline (Slalom, GS, Super G and DH).  Your points will be tabulated by USSA and your standing on the points list will both qualify you for certain competitions including Junior Olympics, and Junior Nationals.  It’s like golf – the lower the points the better.

Junior Olympics:  A J3 Western Region Championship event.  Athletes qualify through a PNSA Division Qualification Series of races.

J2 Nationals: A J2 class National Event.  Invitations to compete are based on a Western Region J2 Qualification Series.

Western Junior Champs: A J1-J2 class Western Region Championship Event in all disciplines.  Qualification is based on a PNSA Division Race Series. 

Western FIS Finals:  A J1-J2 class Western Region Championship Event in the technical disciplines.  Qualification is based on a PNSA Division Race Series.