Snow Australia HOTHAM SKI CROSS FUTURES - under fis age EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

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2026 HOTHAM SX FUTURES - UNDER FIS AGE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

WHAT IS SNOW AUSTRALIA FUTURES?

Snow Australia FUTURES has a vision to inspire the next generation of Snowsport competitors by offering unique opportunities for participants to engage with High-Performance athletes, staff, and facilities.

We remind ourselves that achievements of high performance are often built upon an enjoyment and passion for Snowsports and for the experiences it allows us to share with others.

With this in mind, Snow Australia FUTURES programs may aim to:

• Introduce participants to unique sporting opportunities and expert Snowsport athletes and coaches.
• Engage National Team athletes and programs in pathway development initiatives.
• Encourage participation in domestic ski and snowboard events.
• Facilitate interactions between competitive Snowsport participants within the national cohort.
• Introduce participants to elements of high-performance sport and practices.
• Provide education on the Snow Australia FTEM athlete pathway and the various opportunities, resources, and programs available to Australian Snowsport participants.
• Connect areas of the athlete pathway between interschools participation, Snow Australia pathway providers and ETP.

Snow Australia Hotham SX FUTURES

SX FUTURES is a Talent Identification (TID) and skill development initiative by Snow Australia with support from the OWIA and NSWIS Athletes and Coaches. The program is designed to lead into the ANC Races.

Participants will be given an authentic high-performance training experience over two days on course with the OWIA and NSWIS SX Teams.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The program is targeted at recognised Snow Australia Pathway Club athletes looking to compete in future FIS events when of age. However, Club membership is not a pre-requisite. Participants that are not affiliated with a Club must have the skills required to ride on a FIS level Ski Cross track.

AGE LIMITS

Athletes aged 11 – 15 years old (DOB 2015 - 2011). Please note that the minimum age to compete in the Ski Cross races at Hotham is 16 (FIS age only)

Decisions regarding FUTURES registration for athletes 15 years old and younger will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Johnny for any inquires – jlipzker@snow.org.au

ON-SNOW ACTIVITIES

Participants will be guided through the technical and tactical elements of Ski Cross including starts, jumps, rollers, turns, aerodynamics, and gliding.

Participants will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test during the camp and train on the course that will be used for the ANC events that follow.

WHEN AND WHERE?

Monday 10^th and Tuesday 11^th Augustat Mt Hotham

All participants will meet outside of the MHRS Club House at 9:00am on Monday Morning. A full schedule will be provided to registrants via email closer to the event date.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• World Class Coaching Training Sessions
• Access to Discounted Competitor Lift Passes – Instructions on how to access your discounted competitor pass will be emailed to you upon registration. Currently, this is still unconfirmed.
• Access to Facilities and Courses
• FUTURES T-Shirt

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?

• Transport
• Accommodation
• Race entry for FIS events
• You will need to bring your own food and water.
• You will need to source your own equipment.

FUTURES & EVENT SCHEDULE

PRICING & REGISTRATION

PARTICIPANT FEE: $200.00

SMEGS and JCS Full Time Students: $100.00

Thanks to the RKYF the first 15 SMEGS and JCS students will receive a $100 discount for their FUTURES registration fee. The discount will be rebated to eligible participants once registration is confirmed.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• 2x GS Skis
• 2x Poles
• Ski Cross or Alpine Suit
• FIS Certified Helmet (mandatory)
• Boots
• Goggles, Gloves, Back-protection (recommended)
• Hip protection (optional)

TRANSPORTATION

Transport to and from the training facilities at Hotham will not be provided. You will need to organise your own transport.

COACHES

Shawn Fleming: Alpine Director/National Ski Cross Coach

National Alpine Ski Team Athletes

WHATSAPP GROUP - EVENT INFO 

WhatsApp Group will be created, and QR code available here, when Event Registration openS on the 26th June. 

CONTACTs

Johnny Lipzker - Sport Development Coordinator

P: +61 3 9696 2344

E: jlipzker@snow.org.au

Chloe Nightingale - Sport Development Officer

P: +61 3 9696 2344

E: cnightingale@snow.org.au