MARA Program Information
The Four Levels of MARA Development
The MARA program consists of four levels of training.
Each designed to refine and enhance the athlete's skills and knowledge of the sport.
The level I and II are Saturday programs. The level III and IV have a greater time
commitment. Their goals are more focused. Consequently, prospective participants should
have a high level of motivation to match the demands of these programs.
Junior Development - Level I
Junior Development is a fun and exciting
season-long program for 6-8 year olds. It provides an opportunity for
children to improve their basic skiing skills, while enjoying the company of
their peers. The primary focus is skiing safety, but emphasis is also
given to skill development and enjoyment of the sport. The groups remain
the same throughout the season as much as possible to build team feeling and
spirit. This program meets on Saturday from 9:00am to 2:30 pm with an
hour lunch break. Cost $325 *If registered by Dec. 17, $275
Development - Level II
The Level II program is
for children ages 8 to 14. It has two basic goals. First, the
continued development of fundamental skiing skills. Second, is the added
element of learning basic race skills.
In support of competitive skill development, the skiers are encouraged to
participate in our races on Mt. Ashland. This program meets on Saturday
from 9:00am to 2:30pm with an hour lunch break. (A Sunday option exists for for
skiers of strong enough skiing ability to join an existing level III group. This option
must be approved by the program director.) Cost $325 *If registered by Dec. 17, $275
Competition Development - Level III
The Competition program
focuses on the further refining of race skills through increased gate training
and competition experience. Participants must have general race knowledge
and are encouraged to participate in races away from Mt. Ashland. Further
emphasis will be placed on free skiing, mental and physical conditioning,
equipment preparation, video analysis, and overall race preparedness. This
program is for participants ages 10-14 and meets on Saturday and Sunday from
9:00am to 2:30pm with a hour lunch break. Level III skiers are invited to a Christmas camp
Dec. 27-29. Participation is with Head Coach's recommendation. Cost $510
*If registered by Dec. 16, $480
PNSA Gold Pass Team - Level IV
Our USSA/PNSA full time
program focuses on the highest possible athletic standards and is geared toward
Jr. Olympic Qualification and regional FIS series racing. Gold Pass
athletes will have access to all MARA training sessions hosted at Mt. Ashland
including fall dryland training and a Christmas camp. This
program is for participants ages 13-18 who have past racing experience, current USSA license,
and with the recommendation of the Head Coach. Cost $1025. *If registered by Dec. 17, $975
Thursday Night Training
This training
opportunity is for Gold Pass and Level 3 skiers only. The focus will be gates, gates and more gates! Program meets 5:30 - 7:30 January 12 - February 23.
Cost $125. *If registered by Dec. 16, $100
Masters Program
Great news! The MARA Friday Masters program is back again this season. On selected Fridays MARA will be offering instruction for intermediate to advanced skiers and racers. So, for timid adult skiers to recreational racers MARA will have a program for you. Whether you are looking to simply increase your confidence, hone your overall skiing skills or improve your recreational ski racing abilities, the MARA coaching staff will be ready to help.
The Mt. Ashland Racing Association will offer the Adult Masters Ski Program on selected Fridays during January, February and March. The nine day Sunday program will remain the same as past seasons catering to one group of advanced skiers. Skip Fox, our MARA program coordinator and head coach along with other experienced coaches will share their love for the sport of skiing and racing with all participants.
The program incorporates performance skiing skills in different types of snow conditions and terrain with the practice of modern racing techniques. Video Analysis of participants will help in defining a proper mental image without which efficient skiing movements are not possible.
Friday Program: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: 27 hrs. of coaching... $220 Program Dates (Fridays): Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 Mar 3 - 2006
Sunday Program:12pm to 3pm
Cost: 27 hrs. of coaching... $220 Program Dates (Sundays): Jan 8, 15, 29 Feb 5, 12, 26 Mar 5, 12, 19 - 2006
Payment deadline December 23, 2005
For more information or a registration form phone:
Mt Ashland Racing Association 541-245-5353