Performance Programs

Designed to prepare athletes with advanced abilities and previous competition experience for a progression into elite Snowsports competition. Performance programs are offered to a variety of ages (10-17) and are discipline specific. 

• Specialised competition training
• First class training facilities of international standards
• Aligned with Snow Australia athlete development program
• Pathway to State and National programs

Alpine Team

Our Alpine Team program is designed to prepare advanced athletes for progression into elite ski racing.

The program aims to refine ski specific skills and techniques in and out of racecourses that will set the foundation for high performance in GS, Slalom and ski-cross.

More details about Performance Programs for 2024 will be released early in the new year.

Moguls Team

Perisher’s mogul program is unparalleled with access to Australia’s top mogul training facilities and a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced specialist coaches.

Our Mogul Team program is designed for athletes who wish to pursue a competitive career in mogul skiing. The program aims to refine a range of mogul specific skills to extend adaptability and enhance successful competition.

Freeski Team

Ready to take on Perisher’s award-winning terrain parks? Our Freeski Team program is aimed at taking advanced athletes slopestyle and big air skiing to competition level.

Freeski training includes slopestyle, big air and all mountain skiing. Regular free-ride activities combined with competitive opportunities, such as Snow Australia Park and Pipe Series Events, will help provide a foundation for high performance.

Snowboard Team

Utilising exclusive snow facilities including award winning terrain-parks and courses, Perisher’s Snowboard Team program is designed for athletes who wish to take their boarder-cross, big-air and slopestyle riding to competition level.

Aspiring boarder-cross and park athletes will refine skills, learn tricks and develop tactics to create a foundation for high performance.

Alpine Team

Program focus:

The program aims to refine ski specific skills, including technical, tactical, physical and psychological components that lay the pillars that are necessary to successfully compete in high calibre races.

Exploring more challenging aspects of skiing disciplines through regular freeski activities and developing techniques in and out of racecourses will set the foundation for athletic skiing and racing.

The Alpine program covers Giant Slalom, Slalom and Skier-Cross elements throughout the season whilst having fun in a safe environment.

Program specifics:

Full Time:

• Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays) from June to mid-September

Part Time:

• Includes weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from June to mid-September (includes 3 weekdays per week during the 2 weeks of NSW public school holidays)

Minimum program requirements:

• Programs are suited to the confident and dedicated alpine skier who is proficient on all terrain and conditions.

• An advanced skill level and previous competition experience is required.

• Program age: 10+ years

• Participation requires an advanced skill level and previous competition experience. If you have not participated in similar programs before with little competition experience, you will be directed to our pathway programs. If you purchase in error, we will work to transfer you to the most suitable program.

Additional details:

The Perisher Winter Sports Club is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Our Child Safety statement can be found here.

Participating in age appropriate programs is a vital part of a successful program design. Age ranges for each program are designed to optimise each athlete’s physical and mental development and follow the recommendations of Snow Australia. Please reach out to Winter Sports Club, if you wish to discuss age criteria related matters.

Coaching staff will be confirmed prior to the commencement of on-snow training. Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block. Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from may to assist with questions in the lead up to the season. Program costs do not include lift access, we recommend that program participants purchase the Epic Australia Pass.

For further details, please visit our website and check our FAQ section.

Moguls Team

Program focus:

The program aims to refine mogul specific skills, including mogul skiing, jump and air training as well as, technical, tactical, physical and psychological components to extend adaptability and enhance successful competition.

Our team of highly qualified, experienced and specialist coaches focus on maximising time on snow to bring out the best in your child’s competition development.

Effective programming combined with athlete’s motivation for learning and physical fitness will support a pathway to high performance. As physical fitness is a vital part of the training regime, we highly encourage trampolining, gymnastics and multi-sport training to promote versatility, balance, coordination and control.

Program specifics:

Full Time:

• Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays) from June to mid-September, start date TBC.

Part Time:

• Includes weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from June to mid-September, start date TBC (includes 3 weekdays per week during the 2 weeks of NSW public school holidays).

Minimum program requirements:

• Programs are suited to the confident and dedicated alpine skier who are strong all-terrain parallel skiers and confident in moguls.

• An advanced skill level and previous competition experience is required.

• Program age: 10+ years

Additional details:

The Perisher Winter Sports Club is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Our Child Safety statement can be found here.

Participating in age appropriate programs is a vital part of a successful program design. Age ranges for each program are designed to optimise each athlete’s physical and mental development and follow the recommendations of Snow Australia. Please reach out to Winter Sports Club, if you wish to discuss age criteria related matters.

Coaching staff will be confirmed prior to the commencement of on-snow training. Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block. Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from may to assist with questions in the lead up to the season. Program costs do not include lift access, we recommend that program participants purchase the Epic Australia Pass.

For further details, please visit our website and check our FAQ section.

Freeski Team

Program focus:

The program aims to develop young athletes who want to learn, progress and refine freeskiing skills, fundamental movement skills and physical literacy required for athletic development. Freeski training includes: Slopestyle, big air and all mountain skiing.

Our team of highly qualified, experienced and specialist coaches focus on maximising time on snow with an emphasis on safety, fun and learning.

Physical fitness is a vital part of the training regime, we highly encourage trampolining, gymnastics and multi-sport training to promote versatility, balance, coordination and control.

Program specifics:

Full Time:

• Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays) from June to mid-September, start date TBC.

Part Time:

• Includes weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from June to mid-September, start date TBC (includes 3 weekdays per week during the 2 weeks of NSW public school holidays).

Minimum program requirements:

• The program is suited to participants who are strong all-terrain skiers with strong all-mountain skills ready to take their slopestyle and big air skiing to the next level.

• An advanced skill level and previous competition experience is required.

• Program age: 10+ years

Additional details:

The Perisher Winter Sports Club is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Our Child Safety statement can be found here.

Participating in age appropriate programs is a vital part of a successful program design. Age ranges for each program are designed to optimise each athlete’s physical and mental development and follow the recommendations of Snow Australia. Please reach out to Winter Sports Club, if you wish to discuss age criteria related matters.

Coaching staff will be confirmed prior to the commencement of on-snow training. Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block. Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from may to assist with questions in the lead up to the season. Program costs do not include lift access, we recommend that program participants purchase the Epic Australia Pass.

For further details, please visit our website and check our FAQ section.

Snowboard Team

Program focus:

Our Snowboard Team training programs will utilise Perisher's exclusive snow facilities including award-winning terrain-parks, boarder-cross courses, pump-tracks and start sections, as well as giant slalom gate training.

Aspiring park athletes will learn tricks and develop tactics to bring together competition style runs.

Boarder cross athletes will refine skills such as balance, edging, jumping and timing in a high paced environment while enjoying access to Perisher’s several cross courses and other race training facilities.

Program specifics:

Full Time:

• Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays) from June to mid-September, start date TBC.

Part Time:

• Includes weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from June to mid-September, start date TBC (includes 3 weekdays per week during the 2 weeks of NSW public school holidays).

Minimum program requirements:

• The program is suited to participants who are strong all-terrain snowboarders with strong all-mountain skills ready to take their slopestyle, big air and boarder-cross riding to the next level.

• An advanced skill level and previous competition experience is required.

• Program age: 9+ years

Additional details:

The Perisher Winter Sports Club is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Our Child Safety statement can be found here.

Participating in age appropriate programs is a vital part of a successful program design. Age ranges for each program are designed to optimise each athlete’s physical and mental development and follow the recommendations of Snow Australia. Please reach out to Winter Sports Club, if you wish to discuss age criteria related matters.

Coaching staff will be confirmed prior to the commencement of on-snow training. Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block. Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from may to assist with questions in the lead up to the season. Program costs do not include lift access, we recommend that program participants purchase the Epic Australia Pass.

For further details, please visit our website and check our FAQ section.