Freeski & Snowboard DEVO TEAM:

For ages 8-12

Welcome to Freeride! The DEVO TEAM is JHSC's first step for athletes new to the disciplines of competitive Freeskiing and Snowboarding. The DEVO TEAM emphasizes JHSC's core value of FUN.

Athletes will develop strong skill foundations in a recreational environment. Fun, safety, and self-empowerment through snowsports are priorities of the DEVO Team. DEVO team is designed for athletes with at least two seasons of experience, athletes should already be comfortable on groomed and un-groomed terrain.

DEVO athletes have the option to do a 1 Day (Saturday or Sunday), or 2 Day (Saturday & Sunday) training schedule.

USASA and IFSA certified Freeride Program Coaches will guide athletes through steeps, bumps, trees, powder, and terrain park features with an emphasis on safety, etiquette, and FUN! All training is designed around USSA's Long Term Athlete Development Matrix. 

**This is not a learn to ride program. Prerequisite skill is ability to ride groomed and un-groomed terrain at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort**

Skill Development Focus:

• Fundamental body movement, balance & edge control

• Terrain Park SMART Style

• Intro to small/medium park and natural features 

• Intro to jumping, switch riding, rails/boxes & grabs

• Intro to expert terrain (Corbet's, Alta chutes etc.) 

• Basic rotations (180s, 360s)

• Sportsmanship and Team Participation

• Intro to local competition

   

*Ski/SB groups based on age/ability*

Parent Athlete Handbook 

Training Schedule

Winter Training Schedule

DEVO - 1 Day:

December 5, 2026 - March 14, 2027 

Saturday OR Sunday - 8:30 am – 3:00 pm at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

 

DEVO - 2 Day:

December 5, 2026 - March 14, 2027 

Saturday - 8:30 am – 3:00 pm at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

Sunday - 8:30 am – 3:00 pm at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

 

Optional Additional Training:

All DEVO athlete training schedules allow for participation in same age group Nordic or Alpine training on weekdays.

 

We recommend enrolling in Axis Gymnastics "Big-Air" classes. Trampolines help athletes develop air awareness!

 

Competitions and Events

2026/2027 Competitions

***Home competition highly recommended***

***IFSA and USASA Competition schedule has not been publicly released***

 

• USASA - Slopestyle & Rail-jam (Optional)

  • Early January (JHMR)

• IFSA - Jr 2* (Optional)

  • Early January (JHMR)

  • Late Febraury (SK)

• Snow King Wednesday Night Lights Rail Jam Series (Highly recommended)

  • Dates TBA

 

Fees and Obligations

2026-2026 DEVO 1-Day Program Fees: TBA

Through August 31	September 1 - October 31	After October 31
TBA	TBA	TBA

2026-2026 DEVO 2-Day Program Fees: TBA

Through August 31	September 1 - October 31	After October 31
TBA	TBA	TBA

Payment plan:

An installment plan of equal payments from the date of registration through December is available when you register. 

Scholarships:

If the tuition listed above is unattainable, we are here to help. Freeride is for everyone. Contact collin@jhskiclub.org with questions regarding scholarships.

Learn more about our Scholarships HERE.

Season Passes:

DEVO athletes need a Jackson Hole Mountain Resort season pass. Athlete season pass is not included in program fees and must be purchased directly through Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Please purchase early for best pricing. 

Memberships:

• USASA needed if competing USASA events

• IFSA needed if competing IFSA events

Competition Expenses:

Wednesday Night Lights- estimate $25 per event
Local USASA/IFSA Events - estimate $150 per event.

Work Deposit:

There is an 8-point work deposit commitment with this program. What is work deposit? Learn about it here. 

Parent / Athlete Team Meeting:

Date: TBD September/October

JHSC Policies

Parent Athlete Handbook 

Equipment Recommendations

Participants are required to have the following:

• *Helmets are REQUIRED for all training*

  • Make sure all gear is DRY for each day of training (especially gloves/goggles)

• Snowboard, boots, bindings (Snowboard Program).

• Skis, boots, and poles (Freeski Program).

  • Skis must have twin tip

  • Junior rental skis are adequate for DEVO team. 

• Water-resistant snow pants and jacket.

• Warm wool or synthetic base layers.

•  Goggles.

  • We recommend multiple lens options for low and high light

Local opportunities to purchase new & used gear:

• JHSC Annual Ski & Gear Swap (new & used gear) 

Academic Support and Early Release Program 

There is no early release schedule required for DEVO athletes. 

Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club staff works closely with the local 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.