Winsport Season Passes are available now at Winsport.ca. and Early Bird Pricing is available until SEPTEMBER 17, 2023.

We recommend athletes who are registered for Winsport Add On Packages in U12, U14 and All Mountain purchase a season pass for 2023:24.  

All Mountain athletes MUST also add the $25 ADVANCED TERRAIN PARK PASS to their season pass as we frequently use facilities this pass is required for.

U10 Athletes planning to ski at Winsport should plan to purchase single day tickets to participate in their Winsport Add On Package based on the number of program days scheduled at Winsport. 

U16 Athletes will receive a program specific communication regarding some additional considerations when deciding if a Winsport season pass, or individual lift tickets are appropriate for your athlete.   Note there is no Add On Package for U16 Winsport training, it is included in the base program. 

If you are planning to register for evening Winsport training and have not yet added the package in RAMP, please do so as soon as possible. Not only will you get to take advantage of early bird passes, but it also helps us plan appropriate staffing for these sessions.  All Mountain has limited spots available for Winsport nights. 

Training Times By Program: 
Grizzlies U10 Plus and U12 - Wednesday evenings, 4:30 - 6:30
U14, U16 & FIS - Monday & Wednesday evenings, 4:30 - 6:30
All Mountain - Wednesday evenings, 4:30 - 6:30

**specific start dates and program specific Winsport schedules will be communicated by Head Coaches with Annual Calendars in September**

For Grizzlies and Race related questions about Winsport, please reach out to Athletic Director Jennifer Clarridge -jennifer@lakelouiseskiclubs.ca.  Questions regarding All Mountain Winsport Programs should be directed to All Mountain Head Coach Liam Morrison - liam.m@lakelouiseskiclubs.ca

Back for it's second year, Skis & Hearts  is a fundraiser for and hosted by a number of our Canadian National Ski Team athletes. Join Cassidy Gray, Kiki Alexander, Britt Richardson, Amelia Smart, Liam Wallace, Jeff Read, Erik Read and Asher Jordan Tuesday September 12th 2023 from 4pm- 8pm.  Keep reading to learn about the event and what Skis & Hearts hopes to accomplish in 2023 and beyond. 

"Last year, we could really feel the bridges being built between us National team athletes and the clubs. Our biggest goal last year was to create a community within ski racing that feels like Canada is one team chasing the same dream, because we are one team! We were the exact same as every club kid only 5 or 6 years ago.

This year our fundraiser will be in a very similar style to last year. It will be a family friendly backyard style event with free dinner and entry. All proceeds of the event goes directly to the athletes to cover the cost of their team fees. Come and enjoy the ski community and support your local national team athletes!

As much as this event is a fundraiser, the bigger goal here is to create a strong community in ski racing, so even if you are not able to donate much or at all, please still come join us! " 

- Cass Gray -  

The Lake Louise Ski Clubs are proud supporters of all these athletes as they pursue their ski racing dreams and inspire young athletes along the way.  We are extremely grateful to an anonymous member of the Lake Louise Ski Clubs who has generously donated to make this event FREE and accessible for everyone to attend.  We are excited to see you on September 12th to show our support for these incredible athletes and role models.  

To register please use the following link https://forms.gle/YbwEaYYCzqo38cs18  and head over to Instagram to follow @skisandhearts for further event details and to stay up to date with these athletes through the season. 

See you on September 12th 

Check out the opportunity below offered by club member Kelly VanderBeek!   

The motivation behind this event is anchored in my desire to encourage women explore to new genres of photography with skill, confidence and community.  (Especially SPORT!)
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I have 1 spot, sponsored by SONY, that I’m excited to offer to a lucky club member.  

To enter the draw, click on www.beginningsbykelly.com/branchout and join the mailing address. I’ll be selecting 1 lucky winner from those entrants. 
(Valued at $549+tx)

When: September 23/24
Where: Canmore, AB

 Kelly VanderBeek

Summer is flying by and we are getting very close to the beginning of our dryland season.  We are excited for athletes to get back to team activities, and more collaboration between Race and All Mountain athletes this fall.  Details on all programs are listed below and specific meeting locations can be found on your Team Snap calendars for your respective group once invites have been sent. For Jr Rippers and Rippers who have added the dryland package, you will be added into a Dryland Team Snap group so you get all applicable communication. 

FIELD DRYLAND: 
The following field dryland programs are open to all U12 and U14 Race, Jr. Big Mountain Comp and Big Mountain Comp, athletes.  U16 and FIS athletes, or those already doing CSI and Trampoline programming should connect with your respective Head Coach to discuss if Monday/Wednesday programs are appropriate for you.  Canmore Saturdays are strongly recommended for all Race and All Mountain athletes. 

Calgary Field Dryland:
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 7:00, St. Andrews Heights.

Banff Field Dryland:
Wednesday evenings, 5:30 - 7:00, Banff Central Park.

Canmore Dryland:
Saturday mornings 11:00-12:00, Eagle Terrace.


DIRT SERIES BIKE SKILLS PROGRAM:
We are thrilled to be offering a fall session put on by Dirt Series again.  This session is intended for athletes U14 age  (2010 yob and younger) and will have options for more specific skill levels. If you participated in the spring session, it is a great way to continue building your skills, and we can still accommodate those new to mountain biking.  Please use the following link to read more on their skill categories and to register. 

September 10th, 17th, 24th and October 1st from 11:00AM - 2:00PM.  Two sessions will be in Bragg Creek and two in Canmore.  Cost of the program is $295+tax.  Please use the following link to read more on their skill categories and to register https://dirtseries.com/product/llsc-youth-fall/

ALL MOUNTAIN VORTEX TRAMPOLINE: 
This year Vortex Trampoline will be in Wednesday evenings from 6:00PM - 7:30PM. We still have limited spaces available for athletes with and without experience. If you are in an All Mountain program and interested in this, registration can be completed in RAMP. 


We will have other exciting group specific team building activities available to athlete this fall. Please stay tuned for information from your Head Coaches as we get further into our dryland season. 

Can't wait tot work with all of you very soon! 

After a successful spring session, we are excited to be working with the Canadian Sport Institute this fall to offer strength and conditioning programming to our older competitive athlete population. Registration in the program gives athletes to high quality programming at Winsport's world class Performance Training Centre.  Our goal with this partnership is to build a stronger community amongst our competitive athletes in Race and All Mountain, while providing a fun and engaging environment focused on development of athletic abilities and long term injury prevention. 

DETAILS: 

• Tuesday & Thursday evenings, 5:30PM - 7:00PM, starting September 12 @ Winsport's PTC
• Approx $300 for the fall session (dependant on registration numbers)
• Eligible athletes must be born in 2009 or older from any LLSCs Race of All Mountain program
•  Strongly recommended for Two Day Big Mountain Comp, U16 and FIS athletes
• no previous gym experience is required

This is an amazing opportunity to train with your peer group in preparation for the season and scheduling allows athletes to also participate Mon/Wed/Sat Field dryland and Vortex trampoline programs. We are excited for athletes to join us and start putting the work in this September.

Click on your respective clubs button below to registration; while sign up is separate, all athletes will participate together in the same programming. 

New this season, parents must register independently from their athletes in RAMP. 

When registering you will find there is a $43/parent fee, this replaces the $84 Family Membership from past seasons.

Why is this important? 
In order to fulfill your volunteer commitment, you must first be registered with Alberta Alpine. In addition to providing parents with insurance when on the hill with athletes, it ensures you are covered in any on or off snow volunteer activities this season. Parent registrations also support our PTSO, Alberta Alpine. 

What you need to do:

1. If you have athletes in multiple clubs, you will only need to register yourself in one club 
2. Log into RAMP.  The links are as follows: Grizzlies, All Mountain, Race
3. Click on 'Executive/Volunteer Registration'
4. Make sure to repeat the process for all parents and any other family member who may volunteer over the course of the season