Racing
Ski racing at Bryce has been a tradition at Bryce since the late 1960's. In recent years competitive snowboard racing has also gained popularity. Children who grew up racing at Bryce have gone on to compete regionally, nationally and internationally. Our mountain may not be as high or as steep as others, but our coaches are very adept at teaching proper racing techniques - the same techniques which are used competitively across the world. Strength, balance, agility, focus and determination are all part of the process. Children and adults alike enjoy the exhileration, competition, and comraderie. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 800 821-1444 or 540-856-2121 ext 229.
Ski Race Training Clinics
Bryce Resort now boasts the largest ski team, with over 60 racers, in the Southern Region. Children may start Race Training Clinics as young as six years of age. They must be able to get on and off the chair lift, and they must be able to ski with poles. Our recreational Future Star program is mainly for children ages six to ten years and emphasizes development of sound skiing and NASTAR racing technique. Students will engage in drills which improve balance, develop edging technique and introduce the skier to speed.
The Ski Team program is tailored for more skilled and aggressive juniors, ages seven and older, who desire more extensive gate training and who want to travel to different ski resorts to compete in SARA slalom and giant slalom races. Each season, skiers are evaluated by the coaches and are placed in the race group most appropriate for their skiing ability. Not to worry if you are starting at an older age - adolescents often progress quickly, as their core muscle strength is more developed.
All clinic participants enjoy learning a new sport, challenging themselves physically and mentally, and developing camaraderie with new friends.
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Investment in ski equipment $350 Investment in ski race clinic $420 |
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Watching your child rise to meet the challenge.... WORTH EVERY PENNY! |
Dependant on snow conditions, race clinics are held weekends beginning in December and continuing through the month of February. Future Star clinics are split into two sessions on Saturdays and Sundays. Participants should plan to attend both morning and afternoon classes. Junior Ski Team race events count as clinics on those respective weekends.
| Race Clinics | Days | Hours |
| Future Stars | Saturday and Sundays | 10:00am - 11:30am, and 1:30pm - 3:00pm |
| Junior Ski Team | Saturdays, Sundays, as well as designated dates over Christmas break. |
8:30am - 11:30am |
| Adult Racing Clinic* | Saturdays, Sundays | 8:45am - 9:45am |
* Adults interested in gate training should contact the Ski School office at 800-821-1444 or 540-856-2121 ext. 229 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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Race Clinic Fees are for instruction only. Lift tickets, USSA, SARA and Race Event registration fees are separate. For more information see the Bryce Ski Team Website.
Snow Board Clinics
Snow Boarding has become the fastest growing sport in the snowsports industry and Bryce Resort is committed to teaching children both the carving skills required to improve their NASTAR handicaps, as well as the skills required to move safely through the terrain park.
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Learn to ride the rails safely and with style! Hanging on by a tip... |
| Bryce Snowboard Team member competes in USASA Bordercross Nationals held at Copper Mountain, Colorado. |  |
Clinics offered will focus on the fundamentals of riding, including proper heel and toe turns, carving to improve speed on the race course, and balancing techniques required on terrain features. Rider safety will also be emphasized and participants are strongly encouraged to wear a helmet.
All clinic participants will enjoy learning a new sport, challenging themselves physically and mentally, and developing camaraderie with new friends. This season Bryce will offer 1 1/2 hour sessions on Saturdays, Sundays and certain holidays. Clinic dates are as follows:
| Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | |
| December | 26th | 27th | 28th | 29th | 30th |
| January | 2nd | 3rd | |||
| 9th | 10th | ||||
| 16th | 17th | ||||
| 23rd | 24th | ||||
| 30th | 31st | ||||
| February | 6th | 7th | |||
| 13th | 14th | ||||
| 20th | 21st |
Clinic Cost: $290*
*Clinic fees do not include the price of lift tickets, snowboard equipment, USSA, SARA, or race event registration fees.
Bryce full membership includes unlimited lift/slope use tickets, unlimited golf course green fees, access to the swim and tennis sports complex and Lake Laura, discounts at all Resort food and beverage and retail outlets, and more. Click here to learn more about membership, or call 800-821-1444 or 540-856-2121 ext. 220 to discuss details.
Register Now: To register for the Snow Board Clinic, call the Bryce Resort Ski School at 800-821-1444 or 540-856-2121 ext. 229 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Parent or legal guardian of each participant must sign a Liability Waiver.
USSA Racing
The Bryce Resort Ski Team is a United States Ski Association (USSA) member club whose objectives are to focus on fun and to build strong fundamental skills for junior and adult racers. In addition, ski team members compete in USSA-sanctioned ski races within the Southern Alpine Ski Association (SARA), which encompasses Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. Ski Team participants must become members of both the USSA and SARA organizations in order to participate in USSA races.
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USSA Core Values
* Team
* Loyalty
* Integrity
* Respect
* Perseverance
* Accountability
For more information about joining the Bryce Ski Team, USSA and SARA organizations, go to www.bryceskiteam.org.
NASTAR
The National Standard Race offers recreational skiers of all ages the opportunity to test their abilities against the national NASTAR pacesetter. Platinum, gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded based on an individual's time, as handicapped by age category and sex. Don't miss the opportunity to see your NASTAR results on the Internet at www.nastar.com.
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Nastar Races are held Saturday, Sunday and Holiday afternoons at 3:30pm or as announced by Ski School. One Run - $5.00 Two Runs - $6.00 Come join the fun and challenge yourself! |
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Bryce Race Schedule
| Events 2009/2010 | ||
| Bryce Holiday Giant Slalom USSA | December 28 | 12:30 pm |
| Bryce Holiday Slalom USSA | December 29 | 9:00 am |
| Shenandoah Slalom USSA | January 9 | 9:00 am |
| Collegiate USSA Giant Slalom | January 23 | 12:00 pm |
| Collegiate USSA Slalom | January 24 | 9:00 am |
| Collegiate USSA Giant Slalom | January 30 | 12:00 pm |
| Collegiate USSA Slalom | January 31 | 9:00 am |
| Bryce Resort Open GS Championship | February 14 | 12:30 pm |
| Locher Dual SL Challenge | March 7 | 12:30 pm |
