Purpose: HYST is a program that gives children age 5 to 14 the opportunity to train with qualified (volunteer) coaches and also an opportunity to race competitively if they desire. For those youth age 15 and older who want to learn we can still help them, and they can help us. It is designed for children that can already ski and ride the chair lift independently. We will have coaches available to teach new skiers. Children without ski experience are often ready to join the rest of the team after one or two sessions.
How it works: The season begins with dry land training in mid November. Children are categorized by level of expertise and age. Once the slopes open, the children practice with their team and coaches every Saturday from 1200 to 1500 hours with optional training at other times at the discretion of the coaches and parents. There are several ski races during the season in which children can compete against other ski teams in the state (Hilltop Spyders, Alyeska Ski Club, and Alyeska Mighty Mites primarily). There are also several family fun races where parents and siblings can also compete. The season usually ends in mid-March. Children less than 13 years old need a responsible adult to stay at the ski slope.
Registration: Registration will be on Saturday, 8 November 10:00-2:00 at Hillberg. Requirements are:
• Completed HYST Registration Form for each youth
• Completed Youth Sports Physical for each youth
Costs associated with joining the team:
• HYST Registration Fee (E5 and below: $30 per up to a $60 maximum for a family; E6 and above: $50 per up to a $100 maximum fee for a family) ($20 Late Registration Fee)
• Helmets are required (We have helmets to rent for $10/season plus deposit.)
• A lift ticket is needed (**Season individual and family passes are also available) (552-4838 Hillberg Pro Shop)
• Ski equipment (**The team hosts a Ski Swap on 8 November this year 10:00-2:00 (**Season rentals are also available both at EAFB and FRA)
• Minimal racing fee for Anchorage YSL races ($20 for all four races, or $8 per race) (also must purchase a reduced price lift ticket for away races)
• Minimal racing fee for Family Fun Races ($2 participant)
Coaches: We really need help from volunteers to coach. Skill is not as important as dedication to our young skiers. Parents who are interested in coaching should call Bobby Stone at 770-4958 and annotate this on the registration form.
Questions:
Call Suzi and Bobby Stone 770-4958.
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