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REGISTRATION PACKET
(Version: 20142015.1)
Mad River Glen Cooperative 1 Mad River Ski Club -­‐-­‐ DRAFT -­‐-­‐ Fall, 2014
Greetings from Mad River Glen.
Mad River Glen has received most of its summer haircut and we’re gearing up for another season on Stark Mountain.
We have few program changes as we adjust to new race schedules and USSA requirements.
Parent and Family Involvement:
We do a lot for a small club and we expect that everyone is involved and contributes. Ski Club families are required to help at 2 of our
four large race events as well as attend and participate in club functions. You can sign up your two (or more) events here or by visiting
the club website. Families are required to list the two events they will volunteer for when completing the club (family) registration.
Mad River Ski Club Membership and Involvement
The Mad River Ski Club (MRSC) is the sanctioned United States Ski and Snowboard Association/Vermont Alpine Racing
Association club that our athletes race under. They provide the season-long racing structure for the athlete age groups. Family
membership in the MRSC is required for all active athletes. For 2014, our club membership with USSA has increased and we are
required to complete additional steps to remain a registered club. In the coming year, Mad River Ski Club will pursue official USSA
certification, which requires additional structure and program audits to achieve. While your support through membership is vital to
our success, equally important and necessary is your involvement. Membership and payment require completion of the Mad River
Ski Club Membership Form. Social memberships for alumni and alumni family are available at discounted rates.
For 2014 we need help with the following:
• Race Secretary
• Race Volunteer coordinator
• Equipment manager
• and Equipment bin constructor (fall job only).
Registration and Payment:
The Mad River Glen Race Program is administered through Mad River Glen Cooperative and requires detailed form completion and
payment. For 2014, we have taken another step toward paperless registration with our online registration. Please use the online form
within the MRSC website to complete your athlete’s enrollment. For payment, you have the option of completing the additional
online form through the Mad River Glen website or submitting a check. A reminder that October 15th is the last day early season
program tuition rates; pass purchases and VARA/USSA memberships. This is a firm date; please don’t miss it.
Preseason Training
There are several early winter training opportunities available for athletes, including our dryland workouts, our preseason training
days and camps from ski academies and private coaches. We encourage all who can make it to use these to not only build fitness but
refine ski-specific motor skills that will lead to greater progress when we’re on snow. For those athletes and families who are
interested, there are opportunities in Colorado and Canada (Quebec).
Ski Club Socials
• Holiday Party: Join us for the annual MRSC holiday party on Saturday, December 27th. This is the annual kick-off and
welcome to the season. Enjoy great food, cold beverages and learn more about the season ahead.
• Ski Racing “Crash Course” for Parents: Learn the basics of modern race technique, understand course tactics and get
feedback on your own skiing. Saturday, January 3rd (weather and location providing)
• Mid-Season Party
• Family Tournament and Club Championships Weekend
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The 2014 Fall Dryland Program will consist of five Sunday training blocks.
Date
Time
Location
Sunday, October 26
10:00 – 12:00
Warren Elementary
Sunday, November 2
10:00 – 12:00
Warren Elementary
Sunday, November 9
10:00 – 12:00
Warren Elementary
Sunday, November 16
10:00 – 12:00
Warren Elementary
Sunday, November 23
10:00 – 12:00
Warren Elementary
Activity
Trail Run/Balance
Balance/Gymnastics
Agility/Speed
Speed/Coordination
Agility/Speed/Games
Club Website
The MRSC website is your go-to source for the latest MRSC communications and updated program information. Please see it for the
latest news, training sign-ups, calendar information and equipment sales. Please bookmark it and visit it often.
https://sites.google.com/a/madriverglen.com/mrsc/home
Best regards,
Jim Komarmi
[email protected] or 303-248-6018
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Fees and Memberships
1) Junior Race Programs:
U8:
Our U8 Program is designed for skiers born in 2007 and 2008 and meets each week on Saturdays from
9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. The Program serves as an informal introduction to racing with emphasis on
having fun and acquiring basic racing skills. MRSC family membership is required.
Program starts January 4.
Program Tuition:
$400
U10:
The U10 Program is for skiers born between 2005, 2006 and 2007. The Program meets Saturday and
Sunday, 8:30-2:30; additional training sessions are optional. Athletes focus on skill acquisition and
technique development while skiing all over the mountain. Athletes will spend 80% out of the course,
with 20% reserved for training and racing. U10s race and train both Giant Slalom and Slalom
disciplines. USSA, VARA and MRSC memberships are required
Program starts December 20.
Program Tuition:
$750.00 per child if paid in full by October 15th, 2014.
$800.00 per child if paid after October 15th, 2014
U12:
The U12 Program is for skiers born between 2003 and 2004. The Program meets Saturday and
Sunday, 8:30-3:00; additional training sessions are optional. Athletes focus on skill acquisition and
technique development in a fun, fast-pace environment. Athletes are expected to formally practice
balance, body position, edging. 65-70% of an athletes time will be spend skiing outside of
race/training courses; 30-35% will be reserved for gate training. U12s race and train both Giant
Slalom and Slalom disciplines. USSA, VARA and MRSC memberships are required.
Program starts December 20.
Program Tuition:
$750.00 per child if paid in full by October 15th, 2014.
$800.00 per child if paid after October 15th, 2014.
U14:
The U14 Program (born in 2001 or 2002) is focused on complete, well-rounded athletes, who are at
home in the trees, bumps or on a GS course. At this level, athletes refine their technique and begin to
apply tactics to their technical approach to ski racing. Individual athletes should show respect for their
equipment and have general understanding of how to care for and maintain their tune. Roughly 5565% of an athlete’s time will be spent skiing on the mountain; 35-45% will be in formal training/race
courses. Athletes train and compete in Super G, Giant Slalom and Slalom. USSA and VARA
memberships are required
Program Starts: December 20.
Program Tuition:
$850.00 per child if paid in full by October 15th, 2014.
$900.00 per child if paid after October 15th, 2014.
U16:
Our U16 Program (born in 1999 or 2000) takes a responsible and pragmatic approach to elite-level
junior racing. By balancing training needs and fun free ski model, athletes can continue to improve,
train and race while staying connected to the foundation of the sport. Athletes train and race Super G,
Giant Slalom and Slalom. USSA and VARA memberships are required.
Program Starts: December 20.
Program Tuition:
$850.00 per child if paid in full by October 15th, 2014.
$900.00 per child if paid after October 15th, 2014.
Program tuition increases take effect October 15th, 2014. Make your program payment via credit card on online
website or by the check made out to Mad River Glen. All online transactions and checks must be completed by
October 15th or postmarked on October 15th. THIS IS A HARD DEADLINE.
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P.O Box 1089
Waitsfield, Vt. 05673
2) We require members of the Jr. Race Program to join the Mad River Ski Club. Ski Club membership is
$125.00/family. Please send the attached ski club form and a separate check for $125.00 no later than October 15,
2014, payable to: Mad River Ski Club, and mail to:
Meg Singer-Huffman- Treasurer
55 Overlake Park
Burlington, VT 05401
3) Lift tickets/ season passes are not included in the program cost. Please see the Mad River Glen rate sheet. Children
12 and under are free this year provided that they sign up for a seasons pass prior to October 15. All rates go up after
October 15.
4) Friday Training will be offered weekly starting January 9th. There is no additional cost for the Friday Program
unless training occurs offsite. A Friday training schedule will be posted ahead of time. Friday sessions will be staffed
each Friday session by MRSC coaches unless otherwise noted.
5) Non-Ski Club members are welcome to “try” the program and participate in training, if there is space available.
Non-members should consult and meet with the Head Coach prior to joining the program on the hill.
6) All children who plan to race in the Northern Vermont Council Races (U10s – U16s) must be members of both
VARA ($15 -$35, depends on age) and USSA ($15-$60, depends on age). If you were a member last year, you have
received renewal forms in the mail. Please send these promptly to avoid a delay in receiving your membership cards. If
you are not currently a member, write or call them directly to request a membership form.
VARA Membership:
Online Registration:
VARA Website
VARA Email:
https://secure.adminsports.net/vara
http://www.vara.org
Julie Woodworth: [email protected]
USSA Membership:
Online Registration:
USSA Website
Mad River Glen Cooperative http://my.ussa.org/membership/start
http://www.ussa.org
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2015/16 Tentative Calendar of Club Events
October:
15th – Jr. Race Program/Season Pass Preseason Rate Deadline
26th – Dryland Session 1 (Fayston School)
November:
2nd – Dryland Session 2 (Fayston School)
9th – Dryland Session 3 (Fayston School)
16th – Dryland Session 4 (Fayston School)
23rd – Dryland Session 5 (Fayston School)
December:
10-14th - Canadian Training Camp (location TBD)
20th – U16-U10 program starts
27th – Jan 4th – Holiday Training Block (one day off TBD by weather/fatigue)
27th – MRSC Club Social
January:
3rd – U8 Program Begins
4th – Annual French Fry Cup Race
9th – First possible Friday Training
14th – First possible mid-week evening training day
18th – NVC U12 Stubbie Slalom at MRG
19th – MLK Day Training
February:
1st – NVC U14 Slalom at MRG
14th - Junior Mogul Challenge
21st – Unconventional Terrain Competition
22nd – NVC U10 GS at MRG
March:
3th – John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day Race
6th – Vertical Challenge
21st – Family Tournament
21st - MRSC Club Championships and Party
A more detailed calendar with all the training dates and races will be posted to:
http://www.madriverglen.com/skiclub/wiki
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U16 :
DATE:
EVENT:
LOCATION:
January 4
January 11
January 25
January 26
February 8
February 22/23
March 6-8
March 15-19 (tentative)
March 21
March 21
Slalom (3 runs)
Slalom
Giant Slalom
Super G Camp
Giant Slalom
State Slalom and Giant Slalom
State Slalom, Giant Slalom, SG
Eastern Finals/Championships
Family Tournament
MRSC Club Championships & Party
Cochran’s
Sugarbush/GMVS
Stowe
Stowe
Burke
TBA
TBA
Whiteface
Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen
U14:
DATE:
EVENT:
LOCATION:
January 11
January 25
February 1
February 8
February 9
February 15
February 22
March 1
March 3
March 13-15 (tentative)
March 19-22
March 14/15
March 21
March 21
Slalom
Slalom
Slalom
SG Camp
SG Race
Slalom
Giant Slalom
U14 Shootout
Town Meeting Day SL
U14 State Championships
U14 Eastern Championships
George Tormey Series
Family Tournament
MRSC Club Championships & Party
Stowe
Jay Peak
Mad River Glen
Sugarbush-ME
Sugarbush/GMVS
Cochran’s
Burke
Bromley
Mad River Glen
TBA
Stowe
Smuggler’s Notch
Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen
U12:
DATE:
EVENT:
LOCATION:
January 18
February 1
February 8
March 1
March 3
March 14/15
March 21
March 21
Stubbie Slalom
Panel Slalom
Giant Slalom
Dual Giant Slalom
Town Meeting Day SL
U12 George Tormey Series
Family Tournament
MRSC Club Championships & Party
Mad River Glen
Stowe
Jay Peak
Burke
Mad River Glen
Smuggler’s Notch
Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen
U10:
DATE:
EVENT:
LOCATION:
January 25
February 8
February 22
March 3
March 8
March 21
March 21
Giant Slalom
Giant Slalom
Giant Slalom
Town Meeting Panel SL
Stowe Duals
Family Tournament
MRSC Club Championships & Party
Smuggler’s Notch
Cochran’s
Mad River Glen
Cochran’s
Stowe
Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen
U8:
DATE:
EVENT:
LOCATION:
March 3
March 8
Town Meeting Day SL
Stowe Duals
Cochran’s
Stowe
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March 21
Family Tournament
MRSC Club Championships & Party
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Race Program Athlete Registration Form
2014-2015 Season
We encourage everyone to use the online registration at
https://secure.madriverglen.com/passapp/sh
But if you must use paper, please the forms below:
1. To register an athlete or group of athletes, please consult the fee structure in the table and complete
the form below. Program tuition rates are by POSTMARK DATE. NO EXCEPTIONS.
2. Tuition by check. All checks should be made out to: Mad River Glen
3. Mail this form and indicate payment selection to:
Mad River Glen
P.O. Box 1089
Waitsfield, Vermont 05673
Family Name:
Date:
Tuition Structure:
U16 (1999-2000)
U14 (2001-2002)
U12 (2003-2004)
U10 (2005-2007)
U8 (2007-2008)
Program Tuition before
Program Tuition
10/15/2014
after 10/15/2014
$850
$850
$750
$750
$400
$900
$900
$800
$800
$400
Parent/Guardian Information:
Father’s full name:
Phone (h):
Address:
Phone(w):
City:
Local Phone:
State:
Zip Code:
Email address:
Mother’s full name:
Phone (h):
Address:
Phone(w):
City:
Local Phone:
State:
Zip Code:
Email address:
Family Health Insurance Carrier:
Policy #:
Athlete Information:
Athlete’s full name:
1.
Medical
Concerns/Allergies:
Athlete’s full name:
2.
DOB:
/
/
Sex: M
F
USSA#:
Tuition:
DOB:
/
/
Sex: M
F
USSA#:
Tuition:
Medical
Concerns/Allergies:
Tuition Total
Mad River Glen Cooperative 9 Mad River Ski Club -­‐-­‐ DRAFT -­‐-­‐ Mad River Ski Club / Mad River Co-operative Liability Release Form
I, _______________________________________________, know that skiing is an action sport carrying
significant risk of serious personal injury, death, or property damage.
I also know that there are natural and environmental conditions and risks, which independently or in
combination with my activities may cause property damage, or severe or even fatal injuries to me or to others.
I agree that I alone am responsible for my safety while participating in competitive events and/or training for
competitive events and specifically acknowledge that the following persons or entities including the Mad River
Co-operative and its staff and the Mad River Ski Club or any organizers, promoter clubs, officials,
representatives, officers, member or any affiliate of any person or entity named above are not responsible for
my safety.
I agree to accept all responsibility for the risks, conditions, and hazards which may occur whether they be known
or unknown. Being fully aware of the risks, conditions, and hazards of the proposed activity as a competitor
and/or participant, I HEREBY AGREE TO WAIVE, RELEASE AND DISCHARGE any and all claims for
damages for death, personal injury, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue to me as
a result of any participation in competitive events or training for competitive events, against any person or entity
identified above whether such injury or damage was foreseeable or not.
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide my own medical and accident insurance. I agree that I will
accept and abide by the rules of the above mentioned organizations. This Acknowledgment and Assumption of
risk and Release shall be binding upon my heirs and assigns.
Signatures(s):
Participant_____________________________
Date:_____________
Parent ________________________________
Date:_____________
By signing this Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk and Release as Parent/Guardian, I am consenting to the
competitors’ participation in competitive skiing and /or training, and acknowledge that I understand that any and
all risk whether known or unknown is expressly assumed by me and all claims, whether known or unknown, are
expressly waived in advance.
Signature:_____________________________________________ Date:____________
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Athlete Code of Conduct
1.) Respect and listen to your coaches.
2.) Be courteous and respectful to Mad River Glen Ski Patrol, Mad River Glen employees and other
resort guests.
3.) Racing/training is only permitted in the designated training/event areas. Ski in control and
with the flow of traffic while skiing to and from your training/event area.
4.) Clean up after yourself in the Basebox, Birdcage, Stark’s Nest and on the hill.
5.) All athletes, coaches and assistants must have an appropriate day ticket or season's pass while
training
and on event/competition days.
6.) Leave other skier's equipment alone, including other athletes and coaches. All equipment must be
kept on a ski rack while not in use.
7.) Use of electronic devices during program hours is prohibited unless necessitated by emergency.
8.) Offices and other race-related areas are off limits unless your coach invites you into them.
9.) If you lose your coach or group, go back to the flagpole or the bottom of the last lift you rode and
wait for them.
10.) Vermont State Law enforces the ANSI Code B77 3.1.4.5.4., which requires that you ride all
chairlifts with your retention/safety bar down at all times.
11.) Appropriate public behavior is expected at all times at Mad River Glen and during MRSC
functions/events.
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
In the event that an athlete violates the Code of Conduct, one or more of the following may occur:
1.) Discussion with coaches, parents and athletes concerned.
2.) Suspension of ski/training privileges by any MRSC employee; NO REFUND
3.) Suspension of competition privileges.
4.) Suspension from Junior Program -NO REFUND
I, ______________________________________ have read and understand the above Code of Conduct
(printed of athlete)
and agree to respect it throughout the season.
________________________________________
_______________
(signature name of athlete)
(Date)
I, ___________________________________ have read, discussed and explained each of the points in the
(parent/guardian of athlete under age 18)
above Code of Conduct to my athlete(s), and agree to the terms thereof.
________________________________________
_______________
(signature of parent/guardian)
(Date)
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The Mad River Ski Club (MRSC) itself is the organization that is registered with USSA, VARA and is another terrific
bond we share with each other and Mad River Glen.
Ski Club Leadership and Board
President: Peter Salts
Treasure: Meg Singer-Huffman
Board: Jen Boland, Ellen Hauser, Rick Ruback, Tony Barbiero
MRSC Benefits:
In addition to the benefits listed below, MRSC membership supports activities and purchases above and beyond what
Mad River Glen can cover. They include social activities and program materials that will increase the value and quality
of our program. In the past club dues paid for radios, the television, a ski bench to take to races, ImPact Testing and
race hill homologation.
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Mad River Ski Club Benefits
USSA/VARA Approved Club Program
6 Dryland training sessions
Reciprocal training ticket discount to ski Sugarbush
Pre-Holiday/Holiday/February vacation training
Friday, weekday training
15 weekends of training/racing
Junior Race Support
Membership Types:
MRSC offers two types of memberships; social and family. Social Memberships are available to athlete and parent
alums, as well as supporters of the MRSC program. A social membership is a great way to continue to support the club
and participate in club events. All athletes and families skiing with the race program at Mad River Glen are required to
be members of the Mad River Ski Club through a Family Membership.
MRSC Member Registration:
Name or Family Name: _______________________________________________________
Please circle all the club events you will be able to volunteer at and choose your position. All positions require no previous experience or training. We will guide you! Gate Keeper Scoreboard Start/Finish Hand-­‐timing Course Setup/Take Down/Maintenance EVENT DATE NVC U12 Slalom – Jan 18, 2015 NVC U14 Slalom -­‐ Feb 1, 2015 NVC U10 Giant Slalom – Feb 21, 2015 John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day Slalom (U12/U14) -­‐ March 3, 2015 •
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Registration Lunch Crew Bib Collection Awards DESIRED POSITION Membership Level:
Family (valid through June 30, 2013)
$125
Social (valid through June 30, 2013)
$50
MRSC Members will be prompted during online registration. If you’d prefer to join/pay your dues, please use this
form, make checks out to: Mad River Ski Club, and submit to:
Mad River Ski Club/Race Program
P.O Box 1089
Waitsfield, Vt. 05673
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