Welcome AGENDA Jan 2016 Introduction Training Schedule

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AGENDA Jan 2016 Introduction Training Schedule and Races Training Day Preparation Coaches Athlete Evaluations Equipment Race official levels Registration Training and races General information Athlete of the month awards Team benefits Open positions

Intro – Edelweiss Ski Racing Team Edelweiss Ski Team – 2 sections: Competitive Program – U 10, U 12, U 14, U 16 Individual results and more intense training (Saturday and Sunday, plus optional Tuesday nights and Fridays) Started in September with Dryland Training On snow since end November Nancy Greene Program Team results and a recreational approach to training Offered Saturday or Sunday Optional Christmas Camp FC

Intro – Nancy Greene (NG) Recreational approach Fun comes first, but serious training close second! Create an environment where athletes that WANT to come train - athletes develop best when they are motivated Learning goals Develop fundamental skiing skills and self-confidence in a ski race environment – while having fun. Spirit of competition Emphasis is on participation. Team effort – everyone contributes to team results. FC

NG Schedule - Winter 2016 13 week program (12 weeks for Sunday) Starts Saturday/Sunday January 2/3 Ends Saturday March 26 OR Sunday March 20 Training hours: Saturday – 9: 30 -11: 30, 12: 30 -14: 30 Sunday – 9: 30 -11: 30, 12: 15 -14: 45 Sunday Races – 4 as part of local Nancy Greene Ski League, and one Edelweiss in-house (with All Terrain program). Two scheduled athlete evaluations Week 5 and week 10 (Sundays) or week 12 (Saturdays) FC

Nancy Greene Races Schedule is posted in race room Date Location Sun 24 Jan 2016 Vorlage Sun 14 Feb 2016 MSM Sun 21 Feb 2016 Edelweiss Sun 28 Feb 2016 Edelweiss (In-house with All Terrain) Sun 13 Mar 2016 Vorlage FC

NG Training Day Preparation Ensure your athlete is dressed appropriately for the weather. Warming pouches (‘Hotshots’) are recommended for mits and toes. Bathroom break before we start – morning and lunch. Same applies for race days to avoid start delays. Arriving late – don’t stress: Get your athlete ready. Wait for your coach at the lift to be picked up for the next training run. FC

Nancy Greene Coaches Coordinator Federico Colasante - CSCF EL, CSIA Level 1 Saturdays Adam Derbyshire - CSCF EL Jager Ruck - CSCF EL Morgane Corcoran - CSCF EL, CSIA Level 2 Sundays Maddie Puttick - CSCF EL Stephen Wicklund - CSCF EL Xavier Marineau - CSCF EL FC

Nancy Greene Evaluations conducted based on Snow Stars program: CSCF standardized evaluation program. Seven levels, with Gold/Silver/Bronze assessment for each requirement of a level. Most Nancy Greene athletes will be Level 2 or Level 3. http: //www. snowstars. ca – check out the material for parents. Evaluations will be reviewed with the athletes twice per season. FC

NG Ski and Race Equipment Clothing: Regular skiwear, no skin suits. Skis: Junior race skis recommended – no twin tips. GS skis not required. Bindings pr 0 fessionally adjusted. At a minimum, tuned once at the beginning of the season. Poles: Mandatory, with baskets. Helmet: Hard ear helmet is mandatory. Week 1: coaches will discuss with parents if they observed potential safety issues with your child’s equipment e. g. Missing parts, cracked helmets and goggle lenses, end of life equipment, poor fitting bindings, etc. FC

Org chart President Head Coach Race coordinator Vice-President Rep-Nancy Greene Level Rep-U 10 Level Rep-U 12 Level Rep-U 14 Level Rep-U 16 Equipment manager Official Coordinator Treasurer Timing Manager Fund raising coordinator Branding Webmaster Registration Social activities Sponsor Banquet NL

Race Officials A race’s success depends on the number of qualified volunteered officials 30 -35 officials required per race All new parents are highly encouraged to take Level 1 training January 9 or 10, 2016 Français or English 09 h 30 -11 h 30 : Theory 13 h 00 -14 h 00 : Practical Get experience Level 2 Officials: yearly in Fall SJ

Parent involvement Race official and volunteering: All families should complete level 1 training All families: encouraged to complete level 2 All families should contribute to 4 racing activities (penalties? ) 2015 Statistics – Official levels Level 1: 48 parents Level 2: 29 parents Level 3: 1 parent

Inscription pour le bénévolat Volunteering Register l Utilisation de Google Drive Parents volontaires Edelweiss saison 2015 / Volunteer Parents Edelweiss 2015 season Please fill in your name in the yellow boxes only/S. V. P. inscrire votre nom dans les cases jaunes seulement Catégorie/ Category Official Race Position/Poste d'officiel pour la course Préparation/ Preparation Niveau qualif requis/Qua lif Level required 0 0 9 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 10 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 0 Jury Chef de Course/Chief of Race Jury Chef de Course en formation/ In-training Chief of Race Jury Délégué Technique/Technical Director Jury Juge au départ/Start Referee Jury Juge à l'arrivée/Finish Referee Chef Chrono/Chief Timing Chrono Chef Chrono en formation/In-training Chief of Timing Chronométreur manuel à l'arrivée/Manuel chrono finish line Chronométreur 1 + Ordinateur/Timer 1 + Computer Chronométreur 2 + Ordinateur/Timer 2 + Computer Chrono Starter Chrono Assitant Starter/ Starter assistant Chrono Annonceur/Announcer Chrono Tableau affichage/Board results update - Voir/See note 1 Piste/Course Chef de Piste/Chief of Course Chef de Piste en formation/In-training Chief of Course 1Équipe de piste/Course team 0 0 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 2 1 0 2Équipe de piste/Course team 3Équipe de piste/Course team 0 1 Dérapeur/Snow plow 2 Dérapeur/Snow plow 0 3 Dérapeur/Snow plow 4 Dérapeur/Snow plow Juges de Porte/ Gate Judges 0 4Équipe de piste/Course team 5Équipe de piste/Course team 0 0 0 Chef Juge de Portes/Chief Gate Judge 1 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 1 1 4 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 5 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 1 6 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 7 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 1 8 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge Admin Date : Race Type / Type de course Date : Préparation Date: 2 2 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 3 Juge de Porte/Gate Judge 1 7 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 8 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation Date : Race Type / Type de course 1 Chef préparation de piste/ Course preparation chief 2 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 5 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 6 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation Chrono 3 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation 4 Préparation de piste/Course Preparation Race Type / Type de course 1 Secrétaire de course/ Race Secretary 1 Secrétariat, inscription/ Secretary, Registration, see/voir note 2 2 Secrétariat, inscription/ Secretary, Registration 3 1 1 1 0 0

2015 Statistics 2015 Race Volunteer U 10 -U 16 Statistics Approx 80% families did 4 + volunteer days 2015 Race Volunteer – NG Statistics 70% families did 2+ volunteer days Merci de votre contribution ! Thank you !

Races at Edelweiss – Winter 2016 NG and U levels Schedule is posted in race room Date Location Level Sat 16 Jan 2016 Edelweiss U 12 Sun 17 Jan 2016 Edelweiss U 14 Sun 21 Feb 2016 Edelweiss NG Sun 28 Feb 2016 Edelweiss NG (in-house) Sun 13 Mar 2016 Edelweiss U 10 Sun 20 Mar 2016 Edelweiss U 12 SJ

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Winter – Race team fees Category Age Total NG 6 -9 $332 NG 10 -12 $347 • Includes: ACA, SQA, OSZ, Audi, Races & Equipment NL

Selection of volunteers Nancy Greene rep: Jacquie Vandenberg Inform race secretary if Edelweiss had any scratches for their upcoming race Circulate race notice to all NG parents Organize video of NG races (for website) Provide pictures from athletes Provide feed-back end of season NL

NG Races Race against other teams – Vor, MSM, Edelweiss Great fun! for athletes and parents Kids love racing at other mountains Parents can cheer on side or finish of course. Get your cow bell! Special priced parent lift passes Brings the training home in a fun environment AF

Race day routine Scratches: inform NG level rep in advance of race if known Race day Arrive at hill at 7: 45 Each athlete will receive a bib Course inspection Warm-up with coaches Be present at lunch time Be present at medal time Bring cash for ticket Bring lunch- do not rely on cafeteria- no microwave It will be controlled chaos – work with the coaches to ensure the team stays together at all times. AF

Edelweiss – Team Gear Team Jackets (optional) Ordered in March for November delivery Some used jackets available Hats, hoodies, long-sleeves, T-shirt, etc. Badge for ski boot bag Cow bells (cheering) AF

Communication Website : Google calendar with up-to-date information on training, and a « for sale » section Facebook: training, racing, pictures I will send you an invitation to join Email: provide address if you did not receive prior communication White board : happening this week, do not forget next week End of season parent feedback survey for club evaluation (including coach evaluations) NL

Race Room Ideal for dressing, lunch, post training Good place for parents to meet & eat lunch with other families and for athletes to lunch with or near their team mates. When we host races – best to use main lodge. Consult race schedule. NL

Parent Expectations Edelweiss ID card with health card info in athlete jacket pocket Guardian (if other than parent) identify themselves to coach each training or race day If athlete is leaving training or race early - notify coach that morning NL

Athlete of the month award Six levels (NG Saturday, NG Sunday) (U 10, U 12, U 14, U 16) Given in mid Jan, mid Feb, mid March. NL

Social events Jan 9: Tubing and Potluck TBD: ski tune-up clinic Feb 28 : NG in-house Potluck celebrations March 20: bake sale March 26: Scavenger hunt and annual BBQ April 8: Outaouais ski zone banquet and awards April 16: Edelweiss banquet NL

Edelweiss – Team Benefits Kunstadt - Race Team 15% Discount Regular prices Skis, Equipment, Clothing Sporting Life – get your blue card Dinardo’s – specify you belong to Edelweiss race team NL

Vacant positions Coordinator and 2 -3 team members- Edelweiss banquet 2 -3 Members- OSZ banquet team Race officials Edelweiss Jacket- Sales coordinator NL

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