QAST DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2024

 

QAST Development Program

NZSKI Race Department in collaboration with QAST designed a program to develop the base technique and skills necessary to discover the world of ski racing and make new friends. The program provides a combination of terrain and set environments to challenge the participants and help them build the confidence to participate in the sport. 

The 2-week program is held in the July school holidays at Coronet Peak and suitable for primary school aged children, with an ability to ski the full mountain and ride the T-bar. 

Once an athlete has completed the Development Program they have the opportunity to apply for the follow-on QAST Interfield Team weekend programs. (Note: The follow on program is only available for the ages range whose DOB is between 2017-2018).

Enrolments and further details for the QAST Development Program can be found on the NZSki website (Will be available May 2024)

https://shop.coronetpeak.co.nz/shop/product/89/qast-development

Includes:

  • 12 days of coaching, focusing on development of fundamental ski skills
  • Program hours: 8:30am - 2:00pm
  • Participation in Schools Race, registration through Snowsports New Zealand 
www.snowsports.co.nz/register

    Dates:

    • Training in July 6th - 21st. 
    • Interfield Race Dual Slalom July 21st - Register through Snowsports NZ  
    www.snowsports.co.nz/register

      QAST Development Follow-on Program

      Training:

      • 2 half days per week on weekends for Birth Years 2017-2018 (U8)

      Start date: Saturday 27th July 2024

      End Date: Sunday 29th September 2024

      Fees:  U8 Follow on Program $950

       Skiing Level 

      • I can put my skis on by myself
      • I can get up by myself
      • I can ski at a consistent high speed
      • My skis are parallel in the traverse and in a little wedge at the turn
      • I can ride all lifts
      • I can ski all groomed runs
      • I can do jumps and ski easily off piste (lower exchange to keyhole)

       Equipment

      • Skis must be level with the athlete's nose, well maintained with sharp edges and waxed. Binding must be adjusted correctly to the ski boot.
      • Ski Boots must be 3 buckle boots and the correct size and 50 flex (a foot well held in the boot will enable your athlete to improve faster)
      Equipment Requirements Here