Copper Mountain, Colorado
Camp 2024 Details
Logistics
Arrival: Fly to Denver International Airport (DIA) on November 16th, arrive after 4 PM at Copper Mountain Village. You can take the shuttle with our staff or arrange your own transportation to Copper Mountain. We will be staying within walking distance from the chair lift, ensuring easy access to the slopes and village.
Departure: November 22nd, with flights departing in the evening (after 5pm) from DIA.
Basics
Where Copper Mountain, Colorado
When November 16th - 22nd, 2024
Who Ski Racers u12 - u18
What Giant Slalom and Slalom
Meet the Staff
We are proud to have an exceptional team of coaches this year, all of whom bring a high level of racing experience, ranging from Olympians and World Cup Racers to NCAA racers. In addition to our coaching staff, we are excited to introduce a Cultural Facilitator. This role is designed to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all campers by assisting with meals, homework, and travel arrangements. Our Cultural Facilitator will be available to meet athletes at DIA upon arrival for those traveling alone and will also help them check in for their flights at departure.
Staff includes:
Marie Pier Prefontaine (2x Olympian)
Kaitlyn Harsch (NCAA All American)
Codie Richards (Cultural Facilitator)
Weekly Schedule
11/16 Arrive at Copper / Intro meeting
11/17 Free skiing / GS training
11/18 Double session of GS training
11/19 Double session of GS training
11/20 Free skiing / SL training
11/21 Double session of SL training
11/22 SL in the early morning / fly home
Training sessions in Copper are offered in 2.5 hour time slots. Every day our lane space time can vary slightly depending on availability and organization from the mountain. Outside of our allotted lane space times we will make use of the mountain by free skiing and working on our skills out of the course.
Typical Daily Schedule
7:00 AM: Breakfast at condo
8:00 AM: Warm-up, ski specific dryland
9:00 AM: On-snow training session (free skiing)
11:30 AM: Lunch break
1:00 PM: Afternoon training session (in gates)
4:00 PM: Return to lodging and free time / homework help
6:00 PM: Dinner buffet
7:00 PM: Evening activities (e.g., video analysis, workshops)
9:00 PM: Lights out
Cost
The total cost for the camp is $3,000 USD. Please note that lift passes, transportation, and flights are not included in this fee. GST will be calculated at checkout for Canadian customers.
Lift Passes:
Ikon passes are accepted at Copper.
Child Athlete $309
Teen Athlete (13-17) $429
Packing list
Giant Slalom skis (2)
Slalom skis (2)
Ski boots
Helmet(s)
Goggles
Lenses
Chin guard
Shin pads
Poles GS/SL
Extra poles
Race suit
Pads
Arm guards
Training shorts
Ski pants
Jacket
Miscellaneous
Running shoes
Water bottle(s)
Work out clothing
Rain coat
Ski layers
Ski socks
Sweater
Hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Passport
US Dollars
Computer
Positive attitude :)
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Copper Blog - 2023 Camp recap
Dear Evolvers,
Our six days in Copper were amazing! The balance we struck between free skiing and gate training really paid off, allowing everyone to sharpen their skills while still enjoying the freedom of the mountain. Over the course of the camp, we dedicated the first three days to Giant Slalom (GS) and the following three days to Slalom. The variety kept things fresh and challenging, ensuring that everyone had the opportunity to push their limits and grow as skiers. We were lucky to have amazing weather and blue skies everyday.
We were also incredibly fortunate to have our mentor, Kaitlyn, join us on the slopes. Kaitlyn, an NCAA All-American and World Pro Ski Tour athlete, trained in the course alongside the kids, providing a great visual example and inspiration for everyone. Her presence on the mountain was invaluable, as she not only demonstrated high-level technique but also shared her experiences and insights, helping to elevate everyone’s skiing.
Off the mountain, our days were just as productive. We started the mornings with dryland exercises designed to get us moving and ready for the day ahead. The agility ladder competitions became a camp favorite, with everyone pushing their speed and creativity to the next level. It was fantastic to see how these exercises translated to better balance and quickness on the slopes.
One of the week’s highlights was our American Thanksgiving dinner at the buffet. Sharing a hearty meal together after a long week on the slopes was the perfect way to bond and celebrate the camaraderie that made this camp so memorable. Not to mention that everyone definitely went back for seconds that night!
What stood out the most was the fun, high-energy vibe that our group brought to the mountain each day. Whether we were ripping through gates or cruising down the slopes, the positivity and encouragement from everyone made this camp something truly special. It was inspiring to see the camaraderie and support within the group, with skiers hyping each other up.
The progress made during those six days was phenomenal. We saw breakthroughs in technique, confidence in challenging conditions, and a noticeable boost in everyone’s overall skiing ability. The hard work and dedication were evident, and we couldn’t be more proud of the evolution each of you made.
We’re already looking forward to our next camp together, but until then, keep that same energy and attitude as you prepare for the winter season ahead. Thank you for being a part of our Evolve Race Camps, and for bringing your A-game to Copper Mountain.
See ya soon on the slopes!
