For Athletes Ages 18-20

The U21 program represents the pinnacle of junior ski racing at Mountain Creek. At this level, athletes refine every aspect of performance — technical, tactical, physical, and mental — to compete successfully at the FIS and collegiate level. Training is individualized and rigorous, emphasizing precision, speed, and consistency under pressure.

The U21 program represents the final step in the Mountain Creek racing journey — preparing athletes for elite collegiate, national, or FIS racing careers.

What ATHLETES Learn

• World-Class Technique – Fine-tuning body position, timing, and edge engagement to maximize efficiency and power.
  
• Race Specialization – Continued mastery of Slalom (SL), Giant Slalom (GS), and Super-G (SG); optional Downhill (DH) depending on athlete goals.
  
• Elite Tactics & Strategy – Understanding terrain flow, race-day adaptation, and data-driven feedback for line optimization.
  
• Professional Preparation – Focus on equipment setup, tuning mastery, physical conditioning, nutrition, and mental resilience.
  
• Leadership & Mentorship – U21 athletes often take on leadership roles within the program, mentoring younger racers and modeling professionalism.
  

Program Goals

• Compete successfully at FIS and national-level events.
  
• Perfect technical skills to meet or exceed FIS performance standards.
• Build peak physical conditioning through structured year-round training.
  
• Develop full athlete autonomy — self-reliant, disciplined, and mentally strong.
  
• Prepare for college racing, national teams, or lifelong involvement in the sport.
  

Parent Info

• Age Group: 18–20 years old (expert-level, career-oriented racers).
  
• Training: Year-round training and conditioning, with advanced on-snow and off-snow coaching support.
  
• Competition: FIS, regional, and collegiate-level races; national travel and international opportunities.
  
• Commitment: Elite-level dedication — athletes manage training, travel, and competition independently with staff support.
  
• Gear: Full race quiver (SL, GS, SG, DH), professional-level tuning setup, full FIS-approved gear, and strength-conditioning equipment.