Jasper Freeride
snowboard team
“It aint Easy Being Steezy!”
Jasper Freeride Snowboard Team is a Freestyle Snowboarding Program designed to introduce and progress riders ages 6 to U18 in the following snowboarding disciplines:
Freestyle – Slope/Park
Freestyle – Big Air
All-Mountain Freeride
We focus on a fun, group-oriented environment where snowboarders are coached and encouraged to progress alongside like-minded athletes.
⚠️ Important : NOT a Learn To Snowboard Program!
(We love enthusiasm… but we are not the place for first-ever turns!)
Prior to joining our programming please ensure your rider meets the readiness checklist below.
If your rider still needs to learn the basics, we highly recommend scheduling lessons with Marmot Basin’s Snow School prior to your athlete joining our program.
Our program
Training Days
We run:
Saturdays & Sundays
School Break camps
From December 1 – April 30 at Marmot Basin.
Competitions
We target attending AB Snowboard / Canada Snowboard sanctioned events sending athletes with Coach guidance.
Grassroots events and activities are an important part of the snowboarding community will be shared with the team for attending on your own accord.
Snowboarders — Readiness Checklist
To participate in our programming your rider should at minimum be able to:
✔ Link Heel and Toe turns - Carve
✔ Ride in control
✔ Show confidence on green runs
✔ Be comfortable on blue runs
We highly encourage that your snowboarder has 2–3 seasons of lessons or equivalent experience with a knowledgeable adult.
Not sure if they’re ready? Book an evaluation: jfboarders@gmail.com
Before registering any new athlete, families must consult with the Board, Head Coach, or a Team Manager.
Why? Because this quick conversation ensures:
✔ Your athlete is actually ready
✔ They enter the correct program
✔ No surprises for families or coaches
If a family registers a new athlete not ready for our programming without consultation, the registration will be refunded BUT SnowReg processing fees are non-refundable.
(Translation: please check with us first… it saves everyone headaches.)
additional requirements
As a sanctioned club with Alberta Snowboard it is mandatory that all participating athletes have an annual membership with Alberta Snowboard/Canada snowboard when participating in our program.
- Prompt to purchase this membership in our registration process if you do not already have it.
Lift Passes are not included in our programming registration. A Marmot Basin ski pass/ticket will be required.
Due to the number of training days a Season Pass is recommended.
Competitions and training at alternative venues will require additional lift passes.
Gear and equipment requirements
are listed as per program categories below.
categories
Please read below on programming category descriptions. In our program; groups may work together on targeted skill development.
This allows for mentorship and team work. Coaches may rotate between groups so your athlete is exposed to different instruction methods and techniques.
Fundamentals
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Target Age: For Eager Shredders age 6+
Exploring all snowboard disciplines with a focus on having fun and learning positive snowboard culture. This group nurtures the younger riders who are keen to progress their skills and confidence across the whole mountain.
Eager 5 year olds who meet the minimum requirements may be accepted at coaches discretion. Please reach out to jfboarders@gmail.com to inquire.
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Item description
Position & balance
Carving
Ollies
Pop,
Turning down black runs
Small jumps & boxes.
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2-3 seasons of riding experience either with a parent or through a Snow School is recommended prior to starting.
Riders should be able to link turns with confidence on green runs and be comfortable on most blue runs.
Gear
Snowboard
Helmet
A Marmot Basin ski pass/ticket will be required.
Due to the number of training days a Season Pass is recommended.
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The Fundamentals program is designed to provide young athletes with consistent coaching, steady progression, and a fun, supportive group environment.
As Fundamentals operates on a shorter season (December 12, 2026 – April 11, 2027) and includes holiday blackout weekends, registration options have been structured to maximize time on snow and maintain consistent coaching groups throughout the season.
To support athlete development and dedicated Fundamentals coaching, the following registration options are available:
Weekly Single-Day (Saturday OR Sunday)
Alternating Weekend (Saturday & Sunday every second weekend)
Alternating Single-Day registration will not be available for the Fundamentals category.
Families requiring additional flexibility may participate through the Drop-In Program, subject to availability.
Season Dates: Dec 12, 2026 – Apr 11, 2027
Blackout Dates: Dec 26–27 • Jan 2–3 • Feb 13–14 • Mar 27–28
Freeriders
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Target Age: 10+
For experienced riders who want to push themselves and improve all aspects of their snowboarding. These athletes may have an interest in competing but are mostly looking for a fun group to learn with.
Riders should be able to ride fast, approach most black runs with confidence, hit small and medium jumps and box features, ride switch on green runs and love pow days.
Introduction to competitions if interest is presented.
Younger riders may join this program at coaches discretion.
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Advanced carving
Riding advanced terrain/double black runs,
Generating lift,
Cliff drops & chutes,
M & L jumps, boxes & rails.
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Rider:
Is comfortable on Blue and some Black runs.
Must be able to link turns.
Gear
Snowboard
Helmet
Goggles
Gloves
A Marmot Basin ski pass/ticket will be required.
Due to the number of training days a Season Pass is recommended.
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The Freeriders and Advanced Riders programs run from December through April and offer flexible training commitments to accommodate athlete goals, travel requirements, family schedules, and participation in other activities.
The Alternating Single-Day option is intended for athletes who may be travelling from outside the Jasper area, participating in other activities, or spending additional time riding independently outside of club training.
📅 Season Dates: December 5, 2026 – April 26, 2027
🗓️ Training Commitment Options
🟢 Full Weekend
Every Saturday & Sunday🔵 Weekly Single Day
Every Saturday or Sunday🟠 Alternating Weekend
Saturday & Sunday every second weekend🟣 Alternating Single Day
Every second Saturday or Sunday💡 Athletes should register in the option that best aligns with their availability, goals, and desired level of participation throughout the season. More frequent training generally provides greater opportunities for progression, coaching consistency, and group development.
Advanced Riders
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Target Age: Age 12+
For confident, experienced park riders with a competitive edge who want to unlock the best version of themselves. This is a fast paced group with a focus on park riding and training for slopestyle competitions.
Riders should be able to:
Ride fast,
Spin all four 180s on a small jump,
Spin 360s both ways and hit M & L features with confidence.
Competition attendance and readiness is a program target
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Air awareness
M & L jumps
L & XL rails,
Competition runs
Cliff drops on pow days
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Rider
Has Previous park experience and is eager to progress in park features.
Is comfortable on Blue and Black runs.
Is Comfortable riding at a fast pace.
Gear
Snowboard
Helmet
Goggles
Gloves
Mouth Guard
A Marmot Basin ski pass/ticket will be required.
Due to the number of training days a Season Pass is recommended.
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The Freeriders and Advanced Riders programs run from December through April and offer flexible training commitments to accommodate athlete goals, travel requirements, family schedules, and participation in other activities.
The Alternating Single-Day option is intended for athletes who may be travelling from outside the Jasper area, participating in other activities, or spending additional time riding independently outside of club training.
📅 Season Dates: December 5, 2026 – April 26, 2027
🗓️ Training Commitment Options
🟢 Full Weekend
Every Saturday & Sunday🔵 Weekly Single Day
Every Saturday or Sunday🟠 Alternating Weekend
Saturday & Sunday every second weekend🟣 Alternating Single Day
Every second Saturday or Sunday💡 Athletes should register in the option that best aligns with their availability, goals, and desired level of participation throughout the season. More frequent training generally provides greater opportunities for progression, coaching consistency, and group development.
