Devo (Jr. Freeride/YSL) Team

We ask that participants have 1-2 years of Griz Ski Team or equivalent program experience or appropriate technique and skill gained outside of programs to be on this team. 

Prospective participants are expected to be able to ski all aspects of Montana Snowbowl safely and confidently. 

*There will be an assessment day at the beginning of the season to ensure new participants are qualified. 

December 27, 28, and 29 - Holiday Camp

Saturday, January 4th - First day of programs

All programs run on Saturdays from January 4th until March 8th. 

The MSEF Devo Program focuses on the training and development of athletes aged 8-11. 

This program is a skill development program that will help kids grow their all-mountain and technical skills to become great all-mountain skiers and provide them with the foundation they will need to succeed in Freeride and/or Alpine.

This program is intended to combine both Jr. Freeride and YSL training techniques to give our athletes the most comprehensive training to grow their skiing skills.

The intention of the Devo Program is to offer quality training in both alpine race and freeride styles to give our athletes the foundational skills required to become great skiers before having to choose Alpine or Freeride. It also gives them a chance to experience both so they can make an educated decision for their future  skiing paths. 

We strive to offer high quality training to help our athletes become life-long skiers as well as give them the tools they need to be great competitors if they choose.

This program will have both an Alpine and Freeride lead who will work together to design the curriculum. These leads will be in charge of working with Devo Team Families to plan for competitions and races throughout the year and design a competition plan for the athletes. 

Alpine Lead: Tatum Phillips (US Ski Team alumni)

Freeride Lead: Owen Curry (PSIA level 200 certified) 

Our training time will be:

80% coached all-mountain skiing (including guided drills)

10% freeride-style jump training

10% gate training (learning carving and timing)

Athletes are divided into groups based on skill level and age regardless of their desired future path. 

All athletes will be trained in the skills they need to be great all-mountain skiers and give them the foundation of skills needed to succeed in whichever path they choose for their future.

Program: $668 

A $200 Fundraising fee will be charged per family.  This fee can be refunded back to you by finding a sponsor willing to donate $500 to MSEF through our Banner Sponsorship Program. 

Program fees do not cover competitions or races, membership fees through IFSA or USSA/USSS, lift tickets, lodging, and transportation costs related to competitions or races, and specific camps. 

No special equipment is required for this program. 

However, we do recommend a carving ski at this age. 

*If you are planning on attending Alpine races or Freeride Competitions, more equipment may become necessary based on the level of your athlete. 

For athletes desiring to go to Alpine races, we suggest adding at least 1 night training session/week for gate training.

Gate Training evening sessions are available to any athlete wishing to improve their thechnical skiing.