QAST Development Programme

Coronet Peak in collaboration with QAST (Queenstown Alpine Ski Team) has developed a progressive and integrated approach to skiing terrain and alpine racing. 

Experienced coaches work with children to develop essential skiing skills through a combination of activation techniques, terrain skiing, drills and gate training.  

Ages:

• 6 – 12 years

Includes:

• 12 Days of coaching, split into four blocks of three days over the July school holidays.
• To register for the Coronet Peak National Junior Schools Champs, please register through www.snowsports.co.nz/register
• Equipment is not included and must be added to your cart separately. 
• Lift Passes are not and must be added to your cart separately. 

Dates for Training Blocks:

• July 6th & 7th : Athlete assessment and group development
• July 9th – 12th : Guided freeskiing drills and gate training
• July 15th – 18th : Gated training and race weekend preparation
• July 20th – 21st : Saturday GS Race, Sunday SL Race

Times:

• Daily coaching runs 8:30am to 2:45pm 
• Lunch from 11:30-12:20. Lunch is not provided.
• Please ensure snacks and water are available for breaks 

Ability Levels:

• Participants must be able to make controlled turns on intermediate terrain and ride a T-bar lift. 

For more details please email: race@coronetpeak.co.nz