The FIS program is for motivated U18 - U21 athletes working with a team of dedicated and highly-experienced coaches. The program is designed around the individual needs of each athlete to help them reach their full potential in their final years of training and competing as a junior athlete, or to prepare them for their move up to competing at the collegiate level, at an international level, or with the U.S. Ski Team. 

The program coordinates comprehensive training in physical conditioning, big mountain free-skiing, technical and tactical training, mental skill development, and world-class gate training on a consistent surface that only JHSC can deliver. Our goal is to advance each individual's skiing and racing skills to maximize their athletic potential. Athletes will be trained to incorporate discipline, drive, and determination to succeed in whatever arena they choose after ski racing. 

This program covers all aspects of competitive racing, training, and conditioning, in conjunction with an academic-support program. The FIS program will train in the afternoons, with an early release from student-athletes' respective schools. Those athletes not academically eligible for early release will train with the U16 team and travel with the FIS team. Year-round dryland training is mandatory for FIS participants. Athletes will compete locally, regionally, and nationally at a level appropriate to their desire and ability, including Nor-Am, FIS, and USSA events.

Parent Athlete Handbook 

Training Schedule 

Strength & Conditioning

Year-round programming for the FIS team starts with strength and conditioning from May 1st - November 1st. Scheduled training times are:

• Weekdays 4:15pm - 6:15pm during School.
• Weekdays 7:00am - 8:15am during summer vacation.
• Fitness testing days are tentatively July 1, September 1st, and November 1st.

Spring/Summer/Fall Skiing

The FIS program offers a full suite of spring/summer/fall training camps. 

• May - Snowbird SL & GS Fundamentals Camp
• August - Chile Camp GS & SL
• November -  Winter Park GS & SL Camp

In-season on Snow Training & Competition

On snow training and competition begins November 28 - April 15. Dates dependent on when SK opens for November training. Scheduled training times are:

• Tuesdays - Fridays 1-4pm @Snow King
• Saturdays 8:45am - 1:00pm @ JHMR
• Sundays 8:45am - 12:00pm @Snow King

Competitions and Events 

FIS athletes will be encouraged to compete in 25-45 races per winter. Athletes will have individualized race plans based off the Western Region FIS and Intermountain USSS Calendars. Coaches will meet individually with each athlete and his/her family in the fall to map out a competition plan that will give the athlete the best chance of reaching their goals for the season and beyond. FIS athletes are expected to travel to races as a team and without the accompaniment of a parent/guardian.

2025-2026 WR FIS Races:

Dec 13-16: WR Devo Q 2SL/2GS at Big Sky

Dec 20-23: IMD Sean Nurse 2SL/2GS at Snow King

Jan 3-6: WR Devo 2SL/2GS at SugarBowl

Jan 13-16: WR Elite FIS 2SL/2GS at Snow King 

Feb 3-10: WR Devo Speed Series 2DH/2SG/2GS at Schweitzer

Feb 17-20: WR Elite Tech 2SG/2GS/2SL at Snowbird/UOP

Mar 1-8: U18 Nationals SL/GS/SG/DH at Mittersill, NH

Mar 3-8: WR Junior Champs SL, GS & SG at Grand Targhee

Mar 19-22: WR Devo 2GS/2SL at Mission Ridge 

Mar 30-Apr 2 : US Nationals at TBD

Apr 4-7: Elite FIS 2GS/2SL at Palisades

Apr 10-15: Spring Speed 2DH/2SG Bachelor 

University Races:

Jan 17-20: DU

Jan 31-Feb 2: UNR

Feb 21-23: UU

Feb 26-28: MSU

Fees and Obligations 

2025-2026 Program Fee

Through August 31	September 1 - October 31	After October 31
$11,800	$11,900	$12,000

Payment Plan

An installment plan of equal payments from the date of registration through December is available when you register. 
If this first payment presents a financial burden at this time, please contact info@jhskiclub.org

Scholarships

Need-based scholarships available, learn more here

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Membership

• Alpine Competitor membership (prices increase after 10/15)
• Intermountain Division membership (prices increase after 10/15)
• FIS membership (prices increase after 8/15)

Travel Payment Plans

General estimate for a full season (excluding summer training camps & regional projects) - $12,000
A payment plan will be set up prior to team registration from the date of registration through March 2026.  
If this first payment presents a financial burden for team registration, please contact info@jhskiclub.org

Ski Passes

Athletes need a Snow King Mountain & Jackson Hole Mountain Resort season pass. Pass prices are not included in program fees and must be purchased directly through Snow King and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Purchase early for best pricing.

Work Deposit

There is a 32 point work deposit commitment with this program. What is work deposit? Learn about it here. 

Team Meeting

FIS/PG Individual Meetings: Coaches will set up meetings to meet with athletes individually.

JHSC Policies

Parent Athlete Handbook 

Equipment Recommendations 

Contact FIS Staff

Academic Support and Early Release Program 

FIS athletes are enrolled in their school's Early Release Program. 

Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club staff works closely with Jackson Hole High School, Jackson Hole Community School, Jackson Hole Classical Academy, and the Mountain Academy of Teton Science Schools to further develop the Early-Release Program for each academic year and summer programs. The Club and local schools are highly motivated to create educational program options for students that enable them to maintain a rigorous academic schedule while supporting athletic growth and development.  Learn more.