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Ed Stuparitz
Intro to TBK Head Coach

Intro to TBK

Intro to TBK is designed for young skiers in 1st grade and up who are ready to explore Alpine, Terrain Park, and Big Mountain skiing in a fun and supportive team environment. Athletes build confidence while developing strong skiing fundamentals, all-mountain versatility, and a lifelong love for the sport.

Training focuses on skill development through varied terrain, introducing athletes to moguls, terrain parks, steeps, and all-mountain skiing in a safe and encouraging environment.

Athletes work on:

  • Strong skiing fundamentals and technique
  • SkillsQuest development
  • Terrain awareness and mountain safety
  • Confidence on varied terrain and snow conditions
  • Introduction to freestyle and big mountain concepts
  • Goal setting and personal progression throughout the season

Athletes must be confident, strong skiers who can put on their own equipment and ski in control with no wedge.

NEW THIS YEAR** Intro to TBK will meet at the base of the Gondola on Peak 8

 

Level Chart

New Family Application

 

Training Schedule 

Saturdays or Sundays 

  • Time: 8:45 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Location: NEW THIS YEAR** Intro to TBK will meet at the base of the Gondola on Peak 8

Early December – Late March (no training Dec 26–27)

Program Focus
  • Alpine fundamentals & intro to SkillsQuest
  • Terrain park safety and progression
  • All-mountain skiing, moguls, trees, and variable terrain
Requirements
  • Confident parallel turns on all runs (no wedge)
  • Comfortable skiing a full day
  • Must ski with poles
Fees and Obligations 

1st Grade +

All new families MUST complete an application prior to registering

Price:

Saturday - $2,691

Sunday - $3,001

Pass Requirements 

Epic Local Pass (or higher) required. Pass not included in program fee.

Equipment Recommendations 

Mandatory Equipment

  • Skis (between chin and forehead)
  • Poles (turn pole upside down, grab the pole just under the basket, your elbow should form about a 90* angle)
  • Ski Boots (3-4 buckles)
  • Helmet, Goggles

Recommended Equipment

  • Small chairlift safe backpack
  • Extra gloves/mittens

  • Extra buffs

     

Additional Info

  • NEW THIS YEAR** Meeting location: Base of the Gondola Peak 8
  • Program placement is subject to coach assessment

 

**Parents are not permitted to ski with the team unless they have completed and passed their on snow training, background check, SafeSport and obtained a coaching license.