Block 20*—Advanced Development Flexible Block 20 Alpine Ski Racing & Ski Cross programs are designed for athletes U18 and older. The Block training package enables Athletes to train 20 days of on-snow and dryland training throughout the season.

Team Hotham Advanced Development Alpine Ski Racing & Ski Cross U18 Plus FIS programs are performance-based Pathway Programs that are designed to optimise the development of the whole athlete – technical, tactical, physical, mental and social. Our Pathway performance program focuses on athlete development, focusing on technique and skills to enable them to compete in various disciplines. Athletes choosing a focus discipline will still have exposure to the other disciplines.

Team Hotham is an accredited Snow Australia Pathway Program Provider; our programs align with Snow Australia’s best practice athletic and sports development framework FTEM Foundation, Talent, Elite, Mastery, as part of a whole sport pathway continuum.

Click on the relevant link for more information on Athlete Pathways (FTEM) or Snow Australia Pathway Program Providers

Team Hotham builds on the athlete’s desire to compete and perform in races. The program does allow for participation in the ANC (Australian and New Zealand FIS Championship) Race series events, which are hosted in Australia in August each year.

Team Hotham’s FIS program provides an increase in the level of challenge and activities, and Athletes will spend more time in gates and specific training environments. The overall focus remains on the execution of strong fundamental technical and tactical skills on all terrain and in all snow conditions, especially in training and race environments.

The Performance Program provides athletes with an opportunity to;

• Further, develop their racing technique;
• Understand and develop an optimal race line;
• Implement event-specific technical and tactical skills;
• Increase gate training intensity
• Develop a customised physical conditioning program;
• Enhance tuning skills and techniques;
• Refine goals and identify what preparation works on race day.
• Developing stamina, suppleness, strength and power;
• Short drill and full-length courses;
• All-mountain technical skiing in all snow conditions

Entry Requirements: The Advanced Development Alpine U18 Plus FIS programs are designed for Alpine Skiers who have completed the Team Hotham Advanced Development U16 or have gained similar experience with another Pathway Program Provider Club. Please contact  office@mhrs.org.au, to check the suitability of this program for your child or to discuss an alternative program.

*Block Conditions 

• • This offer is open to prior Team Hotham participants or with Team Hotham Sports Director approval (subject to group mix, ability, and numbers).
  • Team Hotham reserves the right to limit enrolments in Block Programs due to coaching capacity.
  • Nominate days prior to the commencement of the program to help with scheduling.
  • Refunds will only be provided for a medical certificate or approval by the treasurer.
  • Official Team Hotham Jacket must be rented from the club for $150. Athlete wears own black ski pants.